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Disneyland Paris 1-Day Ticket

1. Disneyland Paris 1-Day Ticket

Disneyland® Park: Until September 30, 2023, enjoy the Grand Finale of Disneyland Paris' 30th Anniversary. Dream bigger, laugh louder, and smile wider, with jaw-dropping shows, new attractions, and experiences that will make the end of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration more special than ever. In a fantasy world not so far away, Disney heroes and heroines live in fairytales that are, happily, never-ending. Enjoy endless fun in different magical lands. Experience your favorite Disney stories just as you remember them from classic Disney films. Here's where fairytales really do come true. Thrills at Disneyland® Park come in all shapes and sizes. Big Thunder Mountain and Star Wars® Hyperspace Mountain offer a rush for grown-ups, while little ones can sail high into the moonlit sky with 'Peter Pan's Flight'. Of course, family fun can be found in every corner of the Park, from the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' to the 'Mad Hatter's Tea Cups.' Meet Disney characters. Don't miss the main attraction: a meet 'n' greet with beloved Disney characters. Have your pen and camera ready and meet the characters you love. Every day is a party at Disneyland® Park. On top of all the wonderful attractions and characters, there are lots of spectacular family parades and shows to enjoy all year round. This year, enjoy the 30th Anniversary festive aura, including music and decoration, as it transforms the park into a vibrant wonderland. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy are delighted to show their dazzling new outfits and dance on a joyful daytime show specially created for the 30th Anniversary. As night falls, prepare to be amazed as a brand-new, magical moment uses ground-breaking technology to illuminate Sleeping Beauty Castle, followed by the spectacular Disney Illuminations. Walt Disney Studios® Park: Discover the magical world of cinema and television at Walt Disney Studios® Park. Explore 4 Cinemagic studio lots featuring thrilling attractions and spectacular shows. Take center stage at the Studios, just footsteps away from Disneyland® Park. You never know which star you might meet. Team up with the Avengers and take on the mightiest MARVEL missions Avengers Campus land. Go behind the scenes and try the Worlds of Pixar area. Get whisked off to colorful worlds full of attractions, entertainment, food, and fun with Characters in settings straight from Ratatouille, Finding Nemo, Toy Story, and beyond.

Les Invalides: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Entry

2. Les Invalides: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Entry

Discover the Hotel National des Invalides, now home of the musee de l'Armee. Walk through the collections of the museum, at your own pace, and immerse into over 500, 000 pieces from the Middle Ages to present day. Witness the temporary exhibition of Special Forces L'exposition, dedicated to the French special forces. Step into the heart of Paris and integrate into the History of France at the Hotel National des Invalides. Created by Louis, XIV to house veterans and wounded soldiers, the hotel national is now also the home of the musee de l'Armee. Admire the world-renowned gilded Dome, which has been, since 1861, the resting place of Napoleon. Explore the collections and wander through the armor and weapons of the kings of France. Gaze around at swords, cannons, uniforms, paintings, photographs, and personal belongings of France's major figures. Look beyond the artifacts, and participate in an interactive digital experiences with devices that allow visitors to get a better understanding of some of the battles that forged the country's history. Make sure to examining the Special Forces l'exposition temporary exhibit, that celebrates the 30th anniversary of the creation of the Special Ops Command.

Paris: Disneyland Multi-Day Entry Ticket

3. Paris: Disneyland Multi-Day Entry Ticket

Explore Disneyland Paris with an entry ticket to the wonders within Disneyland Park and the magic of Walt Disney Studios. Enjoy childhood delights brought to life as you see Sleeping Beauty's castle and fly with Peter Pan to Neverland. Choose your own adventure with 2, 3, or 4-day tickets. Until 30 September 2023, enjoy the Grand Finale of our 30th Anniversary Dream bigger, laugh louder and smile wider, with jaw-dropping shows, new attractions and experiences that will make the end of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration more special than ever! Begin your experience at the park of your choice. At Disneyland Park, encounter fairytales as they are brought to life. Meet your favorite Disney characters and explore attractions across the 5 lands. Discover the world of the Pirates of the Caribbean and see Buzz Lightyear's Laser Blast.  Continue your adventures at Walt Disney Studios, where you can see firsthand the star-studded film lots and behind-the-scenes movie magic. Join the Avengers to take on missions, or step into the larger-than-life world of Ratatouille and Toy Story Playland. During the day, catch a delightful performance by Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy to celebrate the park's 30th anniversary. Later, at nightfall, watch as the parks of Disneyland Paris create a stunning light show to illuminate Sleeping Beauty's Castle and commemorate classic Disney tales.

Paris: Grévin Wax Museum Ticket

4. Paris: Grévin Wax Museum Ticket

In the very heart of Paris, more than 200 personalities from the past and the present are waiting for you to experience some unforgettable encounters with your family and friends. Pose alongside some of the most in vogue people on earth for an unexpected and surprising photo! This has been an unmissable site of Parisian fun since 1882 that welcomes visitors, young and old alike, to share an experience that transcends time. A sumptuous marble staircase, built in 1900, leads you to a world which is one-of-its kind worldwide, beginning with the Hall of Mirrors. This unique sound and light show, created in 1906 and entirely rebuilt for its centenary has amazed generation after generation of visitors. The Museum is pleased to welcome its latest characters: Mick Jagger, Lang Lang, Katy Perry and Ranveer Singh You will also have the opportunity to visit the new "The Voice" area. 

Paris: Stade de France Behind the Scenes Tour

5. Paris: Stade de France Behind the Scenes Tour

Tour France's largest stadium on this unique 90-minute tour. Sit in a spectator's seat and take in the incredible panorama. As a privileged visitor, you’ll get to see the private boxes and locker room and walk through the same tunnel that players use to access the pitch. Your expert guide will tell you about the stadium’s history, its unique architecture and the stars who have appeared on its manicured pitch. Apart from sporting events, the stadium also hosts international shows. The Rolling Stones were the first group to perform at the Stade de France. International stars such as Madonna and ACDC also chose this venue for their concerts, witnessed by 80,000 spectators each time. End your visit at the museum, where you’ll find heaps of items that are testament to the stadium’s legendary history. On display are archives, models, autographed guitars, jerseys and much more. On this unique tour you’ll be able to follow the footsteps of football legends Zidane and Ronaldo, who played the 1998 FIFA World Cup final. This is also the site where Cristiano Ronaldo lifted his first major Trophy for Portugal!

Paris: Parc Astérix Full-Day Entrance Ticket

6. Paris: Parc Astérix Full-Day Entrance Ticket

Skip the long ticket line and enjoy all the adventures and activities of Parc Astérix with a full-day entry ticket. Enjoy a memorable day out with all your favorite characters from the Gaul village just 22 miles (35 kilometers) from Paris. Discover 6 themed zones, and more than 40 different attractions and shows with new sensations and excitement at every turn. Go on your very own odyssey to the lands of the Romans, Gauls, Greeks, Vikings, and Egyptians. Board the Menhir Express for plenty of laughs and take up Caesar's challenge to spy on the Roman Legion at the mad-house Défi de César. Sign up to serve the Roman Empire at La Légion Recrute and dive into the wacky world of the comic strip to experience the final battle between the Roman Legionnaires and the battling Gauls. Admire the only performing dolphins and sea lions this close to Paris at the Poseidon Theater. Discover the Forest of Idefix, a new area for the family right at the heart of the park, with 5 new attractions for young Gauls from 3 years of age. A short distance from the Gaulish Village, Idefix introduces you to a few druids that are friends of Panoramix, as well as their strange inventions.

Paris: Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie Entry Ticket

7. Paris: Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie Entry Ticket

Explore the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie with your family, friends, or on your own. Get access to all the exhibitions and shows with this "Exhibitions" entry ticket, see the Argonaute, and enjoy an immersive show at the Planetarium. Step into this fascinating science museum and visit the many permanent and temporary exhibitions. Learn about the human brain in the BR4IN exhibit and uncover the secrets of the universe in the Great Story of the Universe. Take an audio-guided tour through the Argonaute, a submarine from the 1950s, before looking up to the stars in a show at the Planetarium. Finish your visit with the Solar Impulse aircraft, the first airplane to fly without fuel. Watch the plane land in the museum on the big screens and try landing it yourself in the flight simulators. This ticket gives access to the permanent and temporary exhibitions, outside the Cité des enfants. Reservations for the planetarium are made directly on-site, subject to availability on the day of your visit. "Crowds": From October 18, 2022, to August 6, 2023 What is the crowd? What does it do to us? At the crossroads of many scientific disciplines – fluid mechanics, granular physics, mathematics, cognitive sciences and social psychology, is the study of the crowd Explore how crowds, whether compact, dilated or at a distance, reveal the social character of our species. "Cancer" Until August 6, 2023 Today, cancer is still taboo; it is time to understand its scientific, psychological and social dimensions. The exhibition, conceived through the prism of the patient, the nursing staff or the accompanying person, has chosen to put the human being at the heart of its system, in order to free up speech on life during and after the illness. From 14 years old. “Industrial Evolution” Until March 5, 2023 The exhibition invites you to understand the current evolution of the industrial world and offers you a comparison with the major upheavals of yesterday. An immersive journey, punctuated by artistic and didactic installations. Uncover the impact of these industrial developments on your daily life. Question if people should be worried or excited about this process. Form your own opinion on this constantly changing subject.

Paris Louvre: 2-Hour Private Tour for Families & Children

8. Paris Louvre: 2-Hour Private Tour for Families & Children

Visiting the Louvre with a special children’s guide is a fantastic way to give kids a taste of this important museum. Covering more than 650,000 square feet of space it is one of the largest, and busiest, museums in the world and an important landmark in Paris. The Louvre exhibits over 35,000 objects and it is said that it would take a visitor up to 9 months to see them all. Visiting a museum of this size with children may seem like a daunting proposition, but a successful visit is possible. Your tour guide will focus on 2-3 exhibits to keep the kids from becoming overwhelmed and losing interest or having a meltdown. Many children (as well as adults) are excited about seeing the Mona Lisa, so your visit will start there, and continue on after this requirement has been met!

Paris: Aquarium de Paris Entrance Ticket

9. Paris: Aquarium de Paris Entrance Ticket

Head to the Trocadéro Gardens in the heart of Paris to enjoy an access to the Aquarium de Paris. Boasting more than 10,000 fish from around the globe, the 3,500-square meter venue offers an exciting introduction to the world’s oceans and rivers. See fearsome sharks and sweet sea urchins. Look out for shy clown fish, and marvel at the sting rays. The marine life hails from areas as diverse as the Reunion Islands of the Indian Ocean to the estuaries and basins of the River Seine. There’s even a touch pool that allows you to stroke and feed the fish. Aquarium de Paris also boasts 2 cinemas that show fascinating National Geographic documentaries, as well as fish related cartoons for the kids. The young ones will also love the ever-changing program of pirate shows and water dances. Spend a magical day with your family or friends, learning more about the life under the water, and enjoy free access to the daily program of interactive workshops (no reservations required).

Paris: Jardin d'Acclimatation 1-Day Unlimited Pass

10. Paris: Jardin d'Acclimatation 1-Day Unlimited Pass

Discover the Jardin d’Acclimatation created in 1860 by Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie. Find out why the park is considered to be the capital's green lung, proudly displaying its architectural heritage and its landscapes and combining an amusement park with the perfect location for pleasant walks. Explore 18 hectares within the park including the aviary and Korean garden, small farm and green meadows, peaceful pathways and 48 new and modernized attractions.   Try out thrill rides including the Speed Rocket, the Steam Machine, the Dragon, and the Clock Tower. Immerse yourself in a range of interactive experiences such as the Kinetorium or the Rafting Adventure. Whether you are a child or an adult, enjoy yourself on the historic Merry-Go-Rounds, on the Galloping Horses, on the Flying Chairs, the Steam Train or the Enchanted River. Encounter nature and animals as you walk among the 1,800 trees, meet the goats and sheep in a semi-open habitat or observe bees buzzing around their hives.

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Family-friendly activities: Things to do in Paris with kids

Searching for things to do in Paris with kids? Let your kids shine in the City of Lights. They can reach for the skies from the top of the Eiffel Tower or the Montparnasse terrace. Inspire their creativity with masterpieces at the Louvre or by watching aspiring artists along the Seine. Share a sweet tooth? Learn how to make eclairs from world-famous pastry chefs or sample tasty delights at the Chocolate Museum Paris. Paris is for love – the love of families and family-friendly things to do.

Visit Musée Grévin: Rub shoulders with your favorite stars 

Hundred-year-old entertainments still delight at this wax museum. Let your imaginations take hold for a picture-perfect moment. Sing karaoke with Katy Perry or Jimi Hendrix jamming along. Walk the red carpet with Angelina Jolie or interview Al Pacino, then go to the House of Mirrors. This moving kaleidoscope of wax figures against elaborate backdrops has been thrilling kids long before television, smartphones, and virtual reality goggles. Show the kids how a little creativity, and a lot of mirrors, can amaze.

There’s a coat room to store bags for a fee, and strollers are allowed inside. You’ll be happy to hear that baby changing facilities are available, and children under 5 can get in for free. Food and drink are not allowed, but there is a café offering a children’s menu.

Visit Musée du Quai Branly: Discover the explorer in everyone

See the world on a walk. With thousands of items on display (there’s around 9,000 musical instruments from around the globe.), it may be hard to know where to begin. The museum offers an app and a guide to help focus young minds as they walk through the museum. A Maori dugout canoe from New Zealand, a cobra headdress made of lucky stones from Tibet, a voodoo doll from Morocco – each item is selected to spark kids’ curiosity so that they’ll explore more. After exploring inside, you’ll want to walk through the gardens outside that extend up the walls of the building.

There is a coat room to store bags and strollers for free, although strollers are welcome in the museum. There are baby changing facilities, and you should check the calendar for family-focused activities. There’s also a café looking out over the terrace and a more upscale restaurant with city views on the roof that requires reservations.

Visit Jardin d’Acclimatation: Fifty acres of fifty amusements

Actually, it’s more like 49, but 50 is a nice round number. Jardin d'Acclimatation is an ideal family-friendly thing to do in Paris. Your little thrill-seekers can ride with you on rollercoasters designed just for kids. They can also test their skills at duck fishing and the shooting gallery for prizes or get their hands dirty in the Kitchen Garden. Spend some time in the fresh air and let your kids explore at an amusement park, French-style.

Strollers are welcome, and there are baby changing facilities. There is food and drink for sale and a first aid station on site. The park is open all year round, but you should check ahead if any attractions are closed, especially if the weather gets hot or cold.

Visit Flyover Paris: Take to the skies on a jetpack

Soar over the city and see Paris from above. Everyone gets fitted with their own jetpack and flies virtually – an awesome way to see Paris’s landmarks. With VR technology, this flight simulator ride takes you to all the sites. You and your kids can explore angles you’d never get in real life. Fly up and around the Eiffel Tower or between the towers of Notre Dame. Cruise along the Seine or glide along the Champs Elysée to the top of the Arc de Triomphe.

There is no age limit, but you must be at least 4 feet tall. Note that food and drink are not allowed, and there is no restaurant on site.

Visit the Paris Catacombs: Go deep beneath the city

See the darker side of the City of Lights. What started out as quarries ended up as cemeteries, specifically boneyards. It is an integral part of Paris history, as the expansion of the city and the French Revolution increased the need for graveyards. This visit takes you through a small part of this network, but it still holds six million people. This will definitely fascinate young minds, but not too young or too impressionable.

This is recommended for children 10 years and older, but you know your kids best. There’s no coat room, and strollers aren’t allowed in. Be prepared to walk for about a mile, including up and down a lot of stairs (over 100 each way). Food and drink are not allowed.






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What people are saying about Paris

Made getting into Paris so easy! The bus itself was very clean. It took us straight to the Eiffel Tower and then we were escorted to the river cruise. All were very informative and helpful. The bus was back ready to pick us up exactly when it said it would be. I would highly recommend.

Perfect pace (fast) for kids. See the highlights and learn a few things you might not have otherwise. Very engaging. Time after to explore on your own too.

This was very informative and really nice! we loved our guide so much and he was very easy to deal with. Would definitely recommend it.

Was the best experience in my life everyone needs to go to Disneyland, favorite place everrr

Rebecca was our guide, Friendly, prompt and very helpful.