Paris
Visiting Paris with the Children
It is very different taking the children to Paris than going on solo. It is true...
... however, for families, parents and children alike, it can be filled with enough activities that will please
everyone in the family.
The challenging part of visiting any city, when traveling with children, is getting to visit the parts of the city
without boring the children to the point where you miss out on the things that you have always wanted to see.
If you plan it well, you will not need to miss out.
In this Review:
* What to see and do
* How to get there
* Where to go
* Activities for the children
.. plus much more
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Firstly, we share with you the basics of Paris.....
Visa Requirements
Take a look at the Visa Website to find out if you require a Travel Visa for France.
Languages Spoken
French and English, predominately.
Visit our Language Apps to learn the basics of French.
For the basics of French, click here
Currency
Euro €
Use our recommended Currency Calculator to identify what your currency is worth against the Euro.
Taxi Ride Costs
A typical taxi fare from the Airport to the City will cost you approximately 60€, depending where in Paris you are staying.
For more Paris TAXI Information, please click here.
For Paris Airport Information, click here.
When is the best time to travel to Paris?
The weather is very cool between December and March (with an average of 41-47degrees F, and 5-8 degrees C). The most glorious weather is seen between June and August (ranging between 64-69F and 18-20C).
See here for more weather details for Paris.
Tips to Great Success in travelling through PARIS:
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Get yourself an Paris Pass Card - If you are likely to visit the major attractions (Monuments,
Historic Buildings, Museums) this is a must-have. It also provides special offers and access to
special pricing for Tours and Cruises.
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Get accustomed to the Metro Lines - these are a great way to get around. Paris has a great Metro system...
definitely make use of it.
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Definitely do a Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour - this will have you see a lot of Paris whilst relaxing.
How to get there?
Find out how you can get there... click here.
Where to Stay?
For Hotels in Paris,
search here...
The Map of Paris
How do you know where to stay, and where your base should be?
See below for a Map of the Districts of Paris with Landmarks.
courtesy of Parisia.com
Below are our Top Five Places- plus a few more just for the kids - to see and do:
1. Paris Disneyland - It really IS the happiest place on Earth!
2. Versailles Palace
3. Eiffel Tower
4. Museum de Louvre
5. Notre Dame
(A broader description is further below)
Plus directly below here, are a few more activities and exciting things for the children to see and do...
Bateaux Mouches
With daily departures throughout the day and in the evening, there are 9 boats enclosed in glass and
bathed in light to cruise along the River.
read more... http://www.bateaux-mouches.fr/en
Aquarium de Paris Cineaqua
Aquarium de Paris - Cinéaqua (combining an aquarium and a two-screen cinema) is a wonderful
attraction and a key element in the renaissance of the once moribund Trocadéro. Read more...
http://www.france.fr/en/sites-and-monuments/aquarium-paris-cineaqua.html
Les Catacombes
The World's Largest Grave.
Fascinating... but read more to ascertain if there will be more weirdness than curiosity from
your children.
Read more... http://www.catacombes.paris.fr/en/homepage-catacombs-official-website
courtesy of off.fr
or http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catacombs_of_Paris
Palais de la Découverte
A fascinating Science Museum (located at the Grand Palais) with permanent exhibits for
mathematics, physics, astronomy, chemistry, geology and biology.
Read more ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palais_de_la_Découverte
The Arc de Triumph
For more information about Paris, contact the Paris Tourist Office.
Note: If you are having any trouble clicking through to our links, please feel free to contact us and
we can rectify any issues.
Sacre-Coeur
Commonly known as Sacré-Cœur Basilica. The basilica is located at the summit of the butte Montmartre,
the highest point in the city of Paris.
Read more....
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacré-Cœur,_Paris
Our Top 5 Attraction Recommendations include:
1. PARIS DISNEYLAND
Whether your Children like Toy Story, Disney Princesses, Winnie the Pooh, Minnie & Mickey or any other Disney
character, they will just love Disneyland. So will you !!
Highlights: a) The Disney Parade and b) the evening fireworks are one of the most exciting things that you can do with your children. After experiencing Disneyland Paris it will be difficult to beat as a treat that you have shared with your family.
GPS coordinates-
Recommended time at the park: 2 days.
Don't forget to..
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The daily parade is sensational (remember to confirm the exact time of the parade times when you arrive - and remember to pre-plan and pick your viewing spot)
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Meeting the characters (Mickey, Minnie, Goofy etc), including the Disney Princesses
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Don't forget the Fireworks - they are amazing - take a look at this youtube video for a sneak peek.
How to get there?
Click here for instructions and advice.
Disneyland Paris is located in Marne-la-Vallee, 20miles (32 kms) east of the centre of Paris.
By Rail - The Railway Station is Marne-la-Vallee - Chessy station, located between the theme parks and Disney Village.
From the Charles de Gaulle International Airport, the TGV operates a high-speed train service to the resort from Terminal 2. The trip takes about 10 minutes.
By Car - click here for instructions
2. PALACE of VERSAILLES
Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful Palaces in
the World. In French, it is known as the Château de Versailles.
Mostly known as the home of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
GPS coordinates- 48.804404°N 2.123162°E
Highlights
* The Chapel
* The stunning gardens behind the Palace
* The Hall of Mirrors
Recommended Time to Spend there?
3/4 - 1 day
How to get there?
By Rail get to the Versailles Rive Gauche station - from there, the
Palace is a 5 minute walk.
3. EIFFEL TOWER
French: La tour Eiffel.
The Tower, built in 1889 is an iron lattice tower located on the Champ de Mars in Paris.
Did you know? ... that the Eiffel Tower was erected to be the arch of the 1889 World's Fair.
Recommended Time to Spend there?
1-2 hours + any necessary waiting time.
How to get there?
The Eiffel Tower is located in the centre of Paris.
GPS coordinates- 48°51′29.6″N2°17′40.2″E
Highlight
* The view is astounding. Make sure to climb the Tower.
* In the evening the Tower lights up, and occasionally lights up with sparkling lights.
4. MUSEUM de LOUVRE
French: Musée du Louvre
Is one of the world's largest museum and historic monuments. Nearly 35,000 objects from prehistory
to the 21st century are exhibited over an area of 60,600 sq m.
Highlights
* Most definitely the Mona Lisa painting (by Leonardo da Vinci)
Recommended Time to Spend there?
3/4 - 1 day
How to get there?
The Louvre is located on the Right Bank of the Seine in the 1st arrondissement
(district). GPS coordinates - 48.860339°N 2.337599°E
5. CATHEDRAL of NOTRE DAME
A historic religious French Gothic Cathedral, built and completed in 1345 (Construction began in 1163).
Unbelievable!! There are 10 Bells in Notre Dame.
Highlight
* The western facade as it it illuminated at night.. What a treat to see in the evening.
Recommended Time to Spend there?
1/2 day.
How to get there?
Notre Dame is located on the Eastern half of the Île de la Cité in the fourth arrondissement of Paris.
GPS coordinates- 48.8530°N 2.3498°E
