Things to do in Paris

A day out in Paris is an excellent way of exploring the most beautiful city in France, giving your entire family an unforgettable experience

Museums and Galleries

A Day out in Paris is not complete without a trip to the most famous museum in Paris and in the world: the Louvre Museum. By visiting the Louvre, you'll get the chance to discover the best periods of history; its wars, artists and glories. Find out about the most famous artists, painters and sculptors of all times, notably the Joconde from Leonardo Da Vinci. Visit the museum and its glorious galleries giving you the opportunity to learn more about its beautiful architecture.

Finally, take some time out to visit the famous Musée du Vin (Wine Museum), where you will get the chance to learn about the history and future of the French Wine Industry, one of the most renowned in the world. Additionally, the Museum gives guests the opportunity to take part in a special wine tasting course with professionals leading the way. Similarily, regular themed nights are organized to help you discover wines and famous dishes from all over the world, giving you the chance to learn about new colours and tastes.

Activities with Kids

Unleash the chocoholic in you at Choco-Story Paris. Everyone can find something they like at the Chocolate Museum. There are several different places in the Museum where you can taste chocolate and really get the most out of your visit.

CineAqua based in the Trocadero Gardens is located in the heart of Paris. CinéAqua gives you the chance to explore more than 10.000 species including sharks and other endangered sea animals. The centre also has incredible cinema screens and an interactive exhibition area.for the whole family to enjoy together. Don't miss out on this fun, thrilling and educational trip.

Paris is also home to the famous "City of Science" better known as La Villette; a huge complex equipped with an incredible planetarium, aquarium, many interactive and kids areas. The building decoration boasts a scientific theme, helping you understand the secrets of the world around us. A trip to this destination will undoubtedly give you and your family an unforgettable experience.

To take advantage of your day out in Paris, why not visit the Zoologic Park of Vincennes with your family, where you can admire and discover more than 1200 animals including birds and mammals and see how they live in their natural environment.

Outdoor Activities and Things to See

Whilst visiting Paris, you cannot forget to visit the notorious Eiffel Tower; an international symbol of the city and the most-visited attraction in Paris. Known as the "Giant Lady " with its 324 meters and 1665 stair, gives you the opportunity to discover Paris like you've never seen it before, and gain the most spectacular view of France's most beautiful city. For a truly different way of enjoying all that Paris has to offer take a guided tour in a 2CV with Paris Authentic or Easy Dream Paris.

Why not take a guided tour of Paris on the river Seine with either Bateaux Parisiens or Vedettes de Paris the river that crosses Paris from one side to another. The excursion boasts the most spectacular views of Paris showing off the greatest architectural buildings of the city. All cruises are guided in both French and English, and on the cruise an explaination of the city's buildings and monuments takes place. A night cruise down the river is also recommended, giving you the chance to enjoy the city and its incredible sights.

There is also the Les Etoiles du Rex which is surrounded by the Grand du Rex cinema; a historic building in the heart of the city.The building contains 2,800 seats and is furnished with palm trees, Italian balconies and a Spanish hacienda as its surroundings. On the Grand Boulevard close to Galleries Lafayette, Les Etoiles du Rex offers a mesmerizing insight into the world of cinema. The 300m² screen will give you a breath-taking journey in the panoramic elevator, which is located right behind the huge screen of the Grand Rex. You will get to see the vast array of film sets and archive images as well as hear the amazing sounds and special effects shown at this cinema.Les Etoiles du Rex is not to be missed on a great day out in Paris as the whole family will experience a thrill from the magical world of cinema!

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End your stay in Paris by making a trip to Paris-Story, the only attraction that will give you an interactive discovery into the story of the city, its glorious periods and its dark anecdotes and how its ended up becoming the "romantic city" we all know and love today. A visual history lesson on a 50m wide screen will guide you around the streets of Paris giving you and your family an educational and entertaining trip that will last with you forever.