Best Things to Do in Paris for Multigenerational Groups
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From the classic Jardin des Plantes and Great Gallery of Evolution, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.6 · 51,030 reviews
Discover the Jardin des Plantes, Paris's historic botanical garden by the Seine. Wander tree-lined paths and flowerbeds, step into the Grandes Serres greenhouses, visit the Ménagerie zoo, and explore galleries on evolution, geology, and mineralogy.
★ 4.6 · 16,484 reviews
Step into the Great Gallery of Evolution inside the Jardin des Plantes. Walk among taxidermied animals from an African wildlife caravan to marine and endangered species, all staged under modern lighting that turns natural history into vivid storytelling.
★ 4.4 · 88,160 reviews
Set sail on a one-hour Seine cruise departing right at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Glide past Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and Hôtel de Ville while multilingual audio commentary in 14 languages fills you in on each landmark.
★ 4.5 · 1,603 reviews
Skip the line at the Eiffel Tower, Paris's defining landmark. Head up to the 2nd floor or all the way to the summit for sweeping city views, with guided assistance included along the way.
★ 4.7 · 3,840 reviews
Discover the Luxembourg Palace, seat of the French Senate on the Left Bank. Stroll through the surrounding Jardin du Luxembourg, taking in the fountains, tree-lined paths, and iconic green metal chairs.
★ 4.7 · 492,552 reviews
Discover the Eiffel Tower, Paris's iconic iron landmark. Climb by elevator or stairs to platforms at 154m or 276m for sweeping city views, then unwind over dinner or champagne before browsing the boutique.
★ 4.7 · 127,929 reviews
Discover the Jardin du Luxembourg, the Senate's historic garden in the heart of Paris. Stroll past the Médicis Fountain and statues, join a guided tour or horticulture course, and check out the Musée du Luxembourg, beehive school, and music kiosk along the way.
★ 4.6 · 118,775 reviews
Discover the Jardin des Tuileries, the formal garden linking the Louvre to Place de la Concorde. Stroll tree-lined paths past fountains and statues, pause at the central café, and rest on manicured lawns between museum visits.
★ 4.7 · 97,386 reviews
Step inside Notre-Dame de Paris on Île de la Cité, one of Gothic architecture's greatest achievements. Admire the sculpted portals and stained-glass windows, explore the nave and chapels, and view the treasury's relics, tapestries, and icons.
★ 4.5 · 520 reviews
Spend a full day at the Jardin d'Acclimatation, Paris's historic amusement park tucked into the Bois de Boulogne. Wander between rides, gardens, and family attractions at your own pace, with access lasting from open to close.
★ 4.6 · 33,160 reviews
Step into Place des Vosges, Paris's oldest planned square in the heart of the Marais. Wander the arcaded walkways beneath matching brick-and-stone townhouses, relax by the fountains on the lawn, and peek into Victor Hugo's former home.
★ 3.8 · 7,596 reviews
Explore the City of Sciences and Industry in Parc de la Villette. Wander through interactive exhibits on space, health and the environment, catch a planetarium show, and let kids discover science through play in the Cité des enfants.
★ 4.3 · 8,000 reviews
Set sail on an evening cruise along the Seine, departing from Port de Suffren near the Eiffel Tower. Watch illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and the Musée d'Orsay glide by, with background music and an optional app-based commentary in over 10 languages.
★ 4.3 · 19,426 reviews
Explore Paris Zoo's sprawling 14-hectare grounds in the Bois de Vincennes. Wander through themed biozones spotting lions, giraffes, and calaos, and join an interactive trail or keeper workshop along the way.
★ 4.9 · 400 reviews
Discover the art of macaron making in a hands-on Paris baking class. Join a pastry chef with the family to mix, shape, and garnish your own macarons, then take home a box you made yourself.
★ 3.8 · 2,335 reviews
Discover the Butte-aux-Cailles Pool, a 1920s neighborhood gem tucked into one of Paris's quirkiest districts. Swim in naturally warm water drawn from an artesian well, surrounded by handsome vintage architecture and a lively local crowd.
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★ 3.6 · 3,475 reviews
Discover the Centre Sportif Édouard-Pailleron, a local favorite tucked into the 19th arrondissement. Take a dip in the indoor pool alongside Paris residents, and enjoy the complex's other sports facilities away from the tourist crowds.
★ 4.6 · 21,384 reviews
Explore the Palais-Royal, a former royal residence just across from the Louvre. Wander through the landscaped garden and arcaded galleries lined with shops, pausing to take in art installations set against the historic courtyards.
★ 4.7 · 166,345 reviews
Discover Sacré-Cœur, the white-domed basilica crowning Montmartre. Step inside to see the ornate choir mosaic, stained glass, and Savoyarde bell, then climb to the terrace for panoramic views over Paris.
★ 4.4 · 69,629 reviews
Explore Parc de la Villette, a sprawling green space in the 19th arrondissement. Wander themed gardens and sports facilities, visit the small farm, catch theatre or music performances, or join a free weekend tour of the grounds.
Discover Place du Trocadéro, the hilltop square with the city's best Eiffel Tower views. Snap photos from the terraces, wander down past the cascading fountains toward the Seine, and enjoy street performers along the way.
★ 4.6 · 6,975 reviews
Discover the Coulée verte René-Dumont, Paris's elevated garden walkway built along a former rail viaduct. Stroll above the streets of the 12th arrondissement through greenery, accessing the path via convenient stairs or lifts from Bastille to rue Édouard-Lartet.
★ 4.7 · 1,100 reviews
Step inside Notre-Dame with an expert guide, right after its landmark 2024 reopening. See the Gothic facade's carved symbols and flying buttresses up close, then walk through the light-filled, freshly restored interior and rose windows.
★ 4.5 · 2,879 reviews
Discover La Crêperie Bretonne, a cozy family-run spot near Montparnasse station. Savor buckwheat galettes and crêpes cooked to order, paired with a staff-recommended cider in a dining room dressed with Breton furniture and Quimper pottery.
★ 4.7 · 373,193 reviews
Step inside the Louvre, the world's most-visited art museum set within a former royal palace. Wander past the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace before entering through the iconic glass pyramid.
★ 4.1 · 1,663 reviews
Rise 150 metres above Parc André Citroën aboard the Generali Paris Balloon, the world's largest tethered balloon. Enjoy a ten-minute flight with sweeping city views, joining up to 30 passengers on this weather-dependent, walk-up experience.
★ 4.4 · 33,811 reviews
Step into Musée Grévin's world of wax. Pose alongside lifelike figures of film stars, athletes and historical icons in themed, immersive sets that recreate iconic scenes.
★ 4.1 · 1,482 reviews
Step inside the mirrored sphere of La Géode at the Cité des Sciences. Settle under the 180° dome screen for an immersive nature or science film, wrapped in powerful sound and sweeping visuals.
★ 4.5 · 37,109 reviews
Step into the Atelier des Lumières, a former 19th-century foundry turned digital art centre. Walk through floor-to-ceiling projections that wrap the walls, floor, and ceiling around you, bringing works like Van Gogh's to life alongside contemporary digital shows.
★ 4.6 · 224,389 reviews
Discover the Champ-de-Mars, the great lawn stretching from the Eiffel Tower to the École Militaire. Settle in for a picnic and watch the tower light up at night from one of Paris's best free viewpoints.
Paris · 🌳 Nature
Jardin des Plantes
45 min
Paris · 🎨 Museum
Great Gallery of Evolution
2h
Paris · 🧭 Tours
1-hour boat tour - La Seine
1h
Paris · 🏛️ Landmark
Eiffel Tower: 2nd Floor Access or Summit Access
Luxembourg Palace
20 min
Tour Eiffel
1h30
Jardin du Luxembourg
Jardin des Tuileries
Notre-Dame de Paris
Paris · 🎭 Entertainment
1-Day Access Pass to Jardin d'Acclimatation
4h
Place des Vosges
15 min
City of Sciences and Industry
Hour-long evening boat tour - La Seine
Paris Zoo
Macaron baking class
2h30
Paris · ⚽ Sport
Butte-aux-Cailles Pool
Édouard Pailleron Sports Center
Palais Royal
30 min
Sacré-Cœur
Parc de la Villette
Place du Trocadéro
Coulée verte René-Dumont
Guided tour Notre-Dame
Paris · 🍽️ Food
La Crêperie Bretonne
1h15
Louvre
3h
Generali Paris Balloon
Musée Grévin
Planetarium Geode
Atelier des Lumières
Champ-de-Mars