Ah, the innocence of childhood! As the festive season approaches, your little ones are clamoring to meet Santa Claus? In Paris, a number of venues organize meetings with the man with the sleigh and the white beard. The perfect opportunity to entrust Santa with all their Christmas wishes and gift lists! Ho, ho, ho!
At the Eiffel Tower
On the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, a transparent dome has just been installed for the festive season. Once again this year, Santa Claus will be stopping off at the heart of the Iron Lady. He’ll be waiting for young and old on the 1st floor on December 7, 10, 11 and 14, then every day from December 17 to 24*, before embarking on his famous gift tour. * 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends.
Meet Santa Claus at Galeries Lafayette
Every year, Galeries Lafayette in Paris enchant us with their most beautiful Christmas trees. This year, Galeries Lafayette’s Christmas tale, Planète Sapin, is a feast for the eyes. In the heart of the department store, children can also meet Santa Claus! See you on Wednesdays, December 7 and 14, and then every day from December 17 to 23, 2022.
At La Samaritaine
La Samaritaine’s “Paris Mène la Danse” program promises a magical holiday season. Giant advent calendar, Santa’s mailbox… surprises aplenty! To the delight of children of all ages, a swinging Santa Claus will be dancing in the aisles of the store every weekend until December 24.
At the Tuileries Christmas Market
It’s one of Parisians’ favorite Christmas markets: the magical Marché de Noël des Tuileries! Wooden chalets as far as the eye can see, mulled wine, waffles, cotton candy… In addition to its deliciously regressive sweet treats, the Marché de Noël des Tuileries features French specialties, as usual. As well as taking advantage of the ice rink, children may also come across Santa Claus. He’ll be making his rounds until January 8, 2023.
Unusual: at the Paris Aquarium
Who said Santa came down the chimney to hand out presents? During the Christmas vacations, the Aquarium de Paris offers a range of magical activities for young and old alike. Among them: a visit from an aquatic Santa Claus! Immersed in a 600,000-litre water tank, the diving Santa will wet his beard to the delight of children!
Town Hall Christmas Village
Once again, an enchanted Christmas Village lights up the Hôtel de Ville in Paris. Toboggan rides, merry-go-rounds, climbing sessions… Everything you need for a magical family time! And of course, Santa Claus is on hand! He’ll be there every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoon, until January 1, 2023.
At BHV Marais
After transforming itself into a Swiss chalet last year for a “Summit Christmas” this year, the BHV Marais takes you on a journey to Provence! Just a stone’s throw from the Hôtel de Ville in the Marais district, magical window displays are revealed. Sheltered by a glittering sky, admire these pretty Provencal scenes adorned with fir trees, wicker baskets and large tables where mischievous animals take part in the festivities. Inside the BHV, on the 5th floor, visit Santa Claus every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday!
At Bercy Village
As usual, Bercy Village promises to fill you with wonder with its “Christmas in the Sky”, designed by Blachere Illumination. Along the aisles, visitors will discover a flight of glittering hot-air balloons, mingling with immaculate clouds. On Saturday December 17 and Sunday December 18, don’t miss the chance to share a photo and a special moment with Santa Claus. Mark your calendars!