5 Fun Things To Do in Paris With Kids for First-Timers

Bonjour! Home to the famous and beautiful Eiffel Tower, it’s no doubt that Paris is most people’s dream destination. Paris is officially known as the ‘City of Lights’ because of its leading role during the Age of Enlightenment and also because it was one of the first large European cities to use gas street lighting on its boulevards and monuments. But to most, Paris is simply the ‘City of Love’ because of the romantic vibe and atmosphere that the city has. 

Aside from the Eiffel Tower, Paris is also known for a couple of other things like outdoor cafés, chic fashion, Notre Dame, good wine, different types of baguettes, and of course, galleries and museums. There are so many things to explore and do in Paris but to get some weight off your shoulders, we’ve curated a list that you can use as your guide as you go ‘round the city with your family!

1. Disneyland Paris

2. Parc Astérix

3. Palace of Versailles

4. Grévin Wax Museum

5. Thoiry ZooSafari

There are so many Disneylands around the world and visiting any of them always feels so magical. Truly, for both kids and kids at heart, Disneyland is the ‘Happiest Place on Earth’ because here, we see how our favorite animated movies and characters come to life! You can’t just leave Paris without taking a stop at Disneyland and its two parks: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. They’re the perfect places for some family fun and activities!

Disneyland Park is where fairytales come to life as you take on some themed rides like Big Thunder Mountain, Disneyland Railroad, Les Voyages de Pinocchio, and more. You can also watch parades and shows with your favorite Disney characters like The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands show, Disney Illuminations, and Disney Stars on Parade. At the center of the park is Sleeping Beauty’s castle so remember to take as many photos as you can. 

The second theme park in Disneyland Paris is the Walt Disney Studios Park where fantastic shows and movies both from Disney and Pixar will no longer just be on your screens but along this park’s very streets! Step into the Worlds of Pixar and feel like you’re part of iconic movies like Ratatouille, Finding Nemo, Toy Story, Cars, and more. If you feel like you want a bit more action, head on over to Avengers Campus where you’ll get a chance to team up with Marvel superheroes to deal with the mightiest missions. 

Ready to kickstart your Paris trip? Grab your Disneyland Paris tickets through Klook and let the fun begin!

(By bus) A shuttle runs daily from Charles de Gaulle & Orly airports

Ever wondered what it’s like to be in a comic book? Wonder no more because during your visit to Parc Astérix, you’ll be living in a comic book series by Albert Uderzo and René Goscinny called Asterix. This theme amusement park is solely based on the comics and there are so many attractions to explore and shows to see! There are thrilling rides like The Flying Chairs, The Hooray Trail, and The Trojan Horse. There are also rides for the family, like Cauldrons, The Little Storm, and The King’s Horses. After taking on the fun rides, feel free to go around the park to see some shows like Chronos: Magic and Illusions and Meet Your Comic Heroes.

Make sure to map out which Parc Astérix attractions you’ll go to first because this park is France’s second biggest theme park (next to Disneyland Paris) and a day might not be enough to get to ride them all. Get your Parc Astérix tickets through Klook for a stress-free visit to the attraction!

(By train) Take the RER B from Paris Gare du Nord to Charles De Gaulle Airport. Get off at the "Charles De Gaulle 1 Airport" stop. Go to the Parc Astérix booth where hostesses will direct you to the park’s shuttle buses

Among many of the city’s wonderful gems is the Palace of Versailles. If you and your family just want to relax but at the same time still explore, then make sure to drop by the Palace of Versailles, which was a former royal residence founded by Louis XIV. Its magnificent interior is something that you can’t take your eyes off from and the gardens surrounding it are quite a visual treat as well. Feel free to take a stroll in the massive garden spanning 1,500 meters! 

Inside the palace, you’ll get to see the King’s Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and exhibitions of recovered masterpieces like Zéphyr and Flore et l’Amour. Depending on the tour package that you’ll choose, you can have the opportunity to visit the Musical Gardens or watch colorful fountain shows as well. Spend a day at the Palace of Versailles in Paris and learn more about its history and significance to the country. Buy your Palace of Versailles tickets through Klook and pick the Passport ticket to enjoy skip-the-line privileges.

(April-October) Tues-Sun | 9:00am-6:30pm

(November-March) Tues-Sun | 9:00am-5:30pm 

(By train) Take the RER C train line from Invalides (Central Paris) and stop at Gare de Versailles Château Rive Gauche Station. Once you exit the station, follow the signs to Versailles. It’s about a 10-minute walk

It’s almost always impossible to meet your favorite stars and it sucks, we know. But, museums like the Grévin Wax Museum got you covered! In this wax museum, you’ll get to see wax figures (which look so real, by the way) of politicians like Queen Elizabeth II, Emmanuel Macron, and Xi Jinping; athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo, Tony Parker, and Lionel Messi; music icons like Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger, and Edith Piaf; film stars like Leonardo Dicaprio, Marilyn Monroe, and Angelina Jolie; and more. 

Take lots of photos because it’s not every day that you get to see a lifelike wax replica of your favorite superstar. There are over 10 zones for you to explore at the Grévin Wax Museum so take your time and strike the best poses!

Mon-Fri | 10:00am-6:00pm

Sat-Sun | 9:30am-7:00pm 

(By metro) Take line 8/9 and stop at Grands Boulevards. The museum is on the left after the Hard Rock Café

Ready for a bit of an adventure? Then visit Thoiry ZooSafari — a zoological park with a safari and castle, so there are lots for you to do here! Inside the park, you’ll see over 800 animals like alpacas, ostriches, anacondas, and more. If you’re up for the challenge to come face-to-face with some wild animals like lions and tigers, then make sure to drop by the glass tunnels in the zoo. But, if you feel like you wanna visit some little crawlers, then go to the zoo’s Ark of the Little Beasts where you’ll get up close and personal with tarantulas, lizards, and chameleons. 

Aside from the zoo, you can also take a relaxing stroll in the picturesque gardens of Thoiry ZooSafari. There are benches there too if you feel the need to take a quick break from walking. 

Don’t forget to visit the Castle of La Panouse and marvel at different archives like letters and documents from Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Madame de Pompadour. Visiting Thoiry ZooSafari is the equivalent of taking a trip to three places all at once, so get your tickets through Klook now and head out!

(By bus) Take transit line 55/78 EXPRES and stop at Mairie station. The zoosafari is a 2-minute walk away from the station

There are so many places to visit in Paris and we’ve listed down some that we believe will add fun to your to-go list! Traveling anywhere in the world is always so exciting, but for you to have a smooth-sailing trip, here’s a Klook Tip: book all your tickets in advance so you won’t have to wait at the long ticket queues at the entrance of the venues that you plan to go to.