Paris is famously a destination for romance, but Paris with kids can be just as fabulous (although in a different way). If you’re in Paris with kids and a baby, this walking tour daytrip will cater for everyone.
Paris with kids: a daytrip on foot for parents, babies and older kids alike.
Start by strolling the Latin Quarter by the Seine.
The left bank area is busy but beautiful. Plenty to look at, although the cobbled stones are a bit wobbly with a pram. But worth it!
Next, wander the backstreets to the Jardin du Luxembourg (Luxembourg Gardens).
There are playgrounds, sandpits and sailing boats for kids to control here… but you’re headed to somewhere even better, right in the middle of the gardens!
Take in a puppet show at the Marionette Theatre du Luxembourg.
Older kids will love this, but babies of 9 months or so might also be intrigued. Either way, the theatre is next to a wonderful playground, suitable for all ages. There’s also a carousel next door good for the older kids (babies will need to wait till the Tuileries – read on).
Cross the ‘love lock’ bridge – Pont des Arts.
Sure, the locks are on, then off, then on again, but either way, romance will likely reign in Paris! (Pont des Arts is about a 20 min walk from Jardin du Luxembourg and enroute to your next stop.)
Picnic in the playground at the Tuileries gardens.
Don’t miss a ride on the carousel at the Tuileries – good for kids of all ages, but especially babies. There IS a cafe nearby, but if you’re organised, bringing a picnic will give you more flexibility.
You’re now just next to the Louvre but probably out of energy.
Save that for another day!