It’s not always easy to motivate your little ones to spend the day in a museum! Often considered boring by children, museums are fabulous places to learn things and have fun at the same time! Here are the best museums in Paris for kids!
Immersive Viking City
Vikings have taken over the Westfield Carré Sénart shopping center. At Cité Immersive Viking, halfway between theme park and traditional museum, an immersive experience catapults visitors back to the era of the Viking invasions. Digital video mapping projections, 360-degree spatialized sound, smoke machines, smells, monumental decors… The immersion is complete and the experience is 100% fun: perfect for kids!
📍 Location: on level 0, next to the BERSHKA store and next to exit/entrance 1B, Westfield BLAST – Carré Sénart 3 All. du Préambule, 77127 Lieusaint, France
📆 Date: multiple dates
The Musée du Chocolat, a free museum for children in Paris
Here’s a great gourmet activity to do with your kids! The Musée du Chocolat, a paradise for the curious and gourmands of all ages, opens its doors to you to learn all about cocoa. A child’s ticket (7-12 years) costs just 6 euros, but access is FREE for children under 6! Discover the history of chocolate, taste it, make it… that’s the recipe for a great day out!
📍 Location: 28 Bd de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
L’Atelier des enfants, the most enchanting of all
Well-known to grown-ups, the Atelier des Lumières unveils a space entirely dedicated to our little ones. In the Atelier des Enfants, budding artists can interact with the works and learn about digital art. In the latest immersive exhibition, dedicated to the world of Douanier Rousseau, the works come to life and appear according to the children’s actions. They can also project their drawings in the studio, bringing them to life digitally!
📍 Location: 38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris
Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, for future astronauts
This interactive museum is a paradise for curious children, offering exhibitions on science, technology and industry. Little ones can explore dedicated areas such as the Cité des Enfants, specially designed to stimulate their imagination and learning. A fun-filled museum where your little ones will learn a lot!
📍 Location: 30 Avenue Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris
Le Musée en Herbe, a tiny museum for children in Paris
Designed to introduce children to art, this museum offers fun and educational exhibits. The works are presented at children’s height, and creative workshops are regularly organized, such as wall coloring or interactive quizzes throughout the museum.
📍 Location: 23 Rue de l’Arbre Sec, 75001 Paris
The Musée Grévin, one of children’s favorite museums
Although famous for its wax statues of celebrities, the Musée Grévin is also a fascinating place for children, who can see their favorite heroes in life-size. Asterix and Obelix, the Rabbids or youtuber Squeezie and his dog Natsu… They’re all there!
📍 Location: 10 Boulevard Montmartre, 75009 Paris
The Musée d’Histoire Naturelle, the place to go to understand animals and nature
Located in the Jardin des Plantes, this museum boasts an impressive collection of fossils, skeletons and naturalized animals that will fascinate young explorers. An integral part of the Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle, the galerie de l’évolution presents a spectacular exhibition on the evolution of species, with life-size dioramas. Enough to put stars in the eyes of young and old alike!
📍 Location: 57 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris
Musée des Arts Forains, in the enchanting world of funfairs
This magnificent museum plunges you into the enchanting world of funfairs! You’ll discover antique merry-go-rounds, period games and objects linked to the world of entertainment. An unforgettable visit for the whole family.
📍 Location: 53 Avenue des Terroirs de France, 75012 Paris
Discover the Paradox Museum in Paris
Immerse yourself in a world of illusions and surprises at the Paradox Museum, located in the heart of Paris. This unique museum offers an immersive experience with 90 experiments spread over 1700 m², including optical illusions and mirror games. Whether you’re with the family or just curious, there’s something for everyone.
📍 Location: 38 Boulevard des Italiens, 75009 Paris
🗓️ Date: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.