Quick answer: Paris is great with kids: the Eiffel Tower, boat rides on the Seine, the Luxembourg Gardens, science museums and a Disneyland Paris day.
Paris has plenty for children beyond the museums. Here’s how to plan a family trip.
Top things to do with kids
The Eiffel Tower, a Seine boat cruise, the puppet shows and toy boats in the Luxembourg Gardens, the Cité des Sciences, and a day at Disneyland Paris.
Getting around
The metro is efficient but has stairs — a lightweight stroller helps. Many sights are walkable in clusters.
Practical tips
Book the Eiffel Tower and Disneyland ahead, picnic in the parks, and pace museum visits with playground breaks.
Paris with kids: what to do & where to stay
Paris charms children too — parks, boat rides, science museums and Disneyland a short train away.
Top things to do with kids
- Disneyland Paris — a 40-minute RER ride from the centre.
- Eiffel Tower and a Seine boat cruise.
- Jardin du Luxembourg — playgrounds, puppet shows and toy sailboats.
- Cité des Sciences (La Villette) — a huge hands-on science museum.
- Jardin d’Acclimatation amusement park and the menagerie at Jardin des Plantes.
Where to stay & tips
Base near a park or central metro line; apartments suit families. The metro has stairs (tricky with strollers) — plan routes with elevators or use buses. Many museums are free for under-18s.
Paris With Kids FAQ
Is Paris good for kids?
Yes — parks, boat rides, science museums and Disneyland nearby.
Where should families stay in Paris?
Near a central metro line or a park; apartments are easier than hotel rooms.
Paris with kids: a family guide
Paris enchants children with the right mix of icons and fun.
- Do: the Eiffel Tower, sailing toy boats in the Jardin du Luxembourg, the Cite des Sciences (hands-on science), a Seine boat ride, and of course a day at Disneyland Paris.
- Museums: keep doses short — the Louvre’s mummies and the Pompidou work well for kids.
- Tip: the metro has many stairs (pack light), and most parks have playgrounds and carousels.
Balance one big sight a day with park and treat time — Parisian playgrounds and patisseries are lifesavers.
Paris With Kids FAQ
Is Paris good for kids?
Yes — the Eiffel Tower, parks with boats and carousels, a science museum and Disneyland Paris.
Should we do Disneyland Paris with kids?
It’s a highlight for many families — easily reached by RER train in under an hour.