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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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..

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)
Meeting the characters (Mickey, Minnie, Goofy etc), including the Disney Princesses
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