All ages fun; ten great family outings in Paris

Paris is one of the world’s most child friendly cities. Theme parks, museums, zoos, gardens, outdoor activities…there’s a whole host of fabulous things for the kids to enjoy in the capital. There’s lots to learn about, great fun to be had, fascinating places to see and plenty of ways to burn off some of that excess energy.

So why not bring your family to Paris for a holiday or a short break? Here at the Grand Hotel du Bel Air you will be made most welcome, and we love to hear the laughter of children. To tempt you even further here’s our choice of ten great family outings that Paris can offer.

10 fun-packed and fascinating adventures for kids in Paris

1. Disneyland Paris
   One of the world’s great theme parks. With more than 50 attractions, here you can ride a runaway train, follow in the footsteps of Indiana Jones, explore the Star Wars galaxy and dare the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.
2. Parc Asterix
   The world’s craziest theme park. Here you can be a Gaul and test yourself against the might of the Roman Empire, watch legionnaires in the arena, visit Ancient Greece and explore the Parisian streets from medieval times to the 19th century.
3. Parc Zoologique de Paris
   Recently extensively remodeled, this astonishing zoo recreates a wide variety of natural habitats for over 1,000 animals, including an exceptional range of endangered species, for an immersive experience.
4. Sea Life Aquarium
   With more than 5,000 fascinating sea creatures, including sharks, turtles, seahorses and rays, plus regular activities and games and an interactive rockpool, this is an oasis of fun and education.
5. Louvre Museum
   For entertaining and educating inquiring young minds, there can be nowhere better than this former residence of French royalty, jam-packed with enthralling artifacts from all of history.
6. Musée de la Poupée
   A doll’s museum with a vast collection dating from 1800 to 1959 carefully arranged in charming settings, this provides an enchanted world for the kids.
7. Jardin d’Acclimatation
   This beautiful park is a great way for the kids to get some fresh air while enjoying such attractions as a puppet show, merry-go-round, miniature railway and lots of animals.
8. Les Calèches de Versailles
   There can be no better way for the kids to enjoy the sights of Paris than from a horse drawn carriage. Enjoy a family ride from locations all across the capital.
9. Ballon de Paris
   Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the city from 150 metres in the sky by booking a ride on the world’s largest hot air balloon, located in André-Citroën Park.
10. A cruise on the Seine
    Kids just love being on a boat, and when some of the world’s most iconic sights can be enjoyed, it makes it even better. The Bateaux Mouches ply the Seine, offering a uniquely enjoyable way of seeing the city.

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Disneyland Paris, 77777 Marne-la-Vallée
RER A : Marne la Vallée - Chessy
Parc Astérix, reopening on April 11, 2015
60128 Plailly - 30 km North of Paris
Tel. 0 826 46 66 26
Easy access by car, or by shuttle bus from the Louvre (underground station: Palais-Royal)
Parc Zoologique de Paris-Vincennes : Avenue Daumesnil, Route de la Ceinture du Lac, 75012 Paris
Metro : Michel Bizot, line 8
Louvre Museum, 99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris 1e
Tel. 0033 (0)1 40 20 53 17
Metro : Louvre Rivoli, line 1 – Palais Royal Musée du Louvre, lines 1 and 7
Ballon de Paris, Parc André Citroën - 2 rue de la Montagne de la Fage, Paris 15e
Metro Javel André Citroën, line 10
RER C : Javel

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Picture 'Parc Astérix' copyright holder : Les Editions Albert René / Goscinny-Uderzo

Grand Hotel du Bel Air, in the heart of the lively Nation area in Paris