Paris might have the “City of Love” moniker but it’s certainly not just a playground for couples.
There’s plenty to keep whole families entertained, and definitely enough to ensure it’s a city break that will leave children inspired, whether it’s because of the magnificent Eiffel Tower that dominates the skyline or the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo in the Louvre. The French capital brings art, architecture and history to life better than any book or lesson in school could.
The city’s small size, compared to other European capitals, means that you can walk everywhere, wearing out little legs and working up an appetite to enjoy delicious French treats, from such as croissants to macarons, cheese to crepe – wherever you go in Paris, you’re never too far from an open-air crepe stand serving up the delicious thin pancakes.
Hotels and aparthotels are increasingly geared up towards family stays, laying on special brunches or toy for the youngest guests. Some have swimming pools, which is an ideal way to use up any leftover energy at the end of the day. Others can arrange babysitters, leaving mum and dad free for a romantic evening a deux.
There’s almost too much to explore in just one visit. But if you want to make your children smile and create lifelong memories, here’s the place to start.
When is the best time to travel to Paris?
April and May are great months to visit Paris, as the weather is fresh and sunny and it’s not as crowded as summer. If you have children at school in the UK, you might want to make the most of the Easter holidays or end of May half-term to take a midweek break, especially as Eurostar prices tend to rise at the weekends. October can also be a good time of year as the weather is cool and pleasant. Fewer tourists in the city will allow you to enjoy the attractions peacefully.
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How to get there
Take the train
The Eurostar is the most convenient way to travel with children, arriving in the centre of Paris around two hours after leaving central London; time it right and it will also be the most affordable. Scroll through the calendar on the Eurostar website to see the cheapest days and times to travel, with prices from £49 per person for midweek trips. There’s no charge for children under the age of three and the luggage racks have plenty of space for foldable buggies and…
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