Children will adore visiting Paris in summer months and, in particular, the Paris beaches which are created alongside the River Seine annually. Some of the many activities kids will enjoy include: kayaking, rowing boats, pedal boats, roller blading, tai chi, climbing and swimming. The summer vacation atmosphere is enhanced by the candy striped deckchairs adorning the sands and the live music concerts which take place daily.
Climbing the Eiffel Tower is one visitor activity that children will enjoy, which has the added benefit of using up their excess energies. It is possible to buy entrance tickets for the stairs to the second floor only, and prices range from 4.50 Euros ($6) for an adult to 3 Euros ($4) for a child as of 2010. You can take the elevator from the second floor to the top of the Eiffel Tower, although there may be long queues. Dining at the tower is one way to enjoy the splendid views of Paris. Meals and snacks can be purchased from the restaurants and buffets on levels one or two.
Eiffel Tower
5 avenue Anatole France
Champs de Mars, 75007
Paris, France
01 44 11 23 23
tour-eiffel.fr
Children will enjoy visiting the French theme park "Asterix" which will provide a full day's fun and entertainment. Entrance prices are 39 Euros ($49) for visitors aged over 12, 29 Euros ($37) for children aged 3 to11, and entry is free for kids under the age of 3 as of 2010. The theme park can easily be reached by car, and is located just off the A1 Motorway, or there is a regular shuttle bus, which leaves from the Louvre Museum.
Parc Astérix
BP8
60128 PLAILLY
France
+33-826-30-10-40
parcasterix.fr
Disneyland, Paris is a wonderful place for the whole family to visit. The theme park is close to Paris and easily reached by car, coach, bus or train. The standard entry price for a one day pass is £48 ($74) adult, £41 ($63) for children aged 3 to 11, and children aged under three years are free.
Disneyland, Paris
Place des Passagers des Vents
77700 Chessy, France
+44-844-8008-898
disneylandparis.co.uk
