WITH KIDS
Le Cirque d'hiver - Winter Circus
— In the heart of Paris, the 11th, this circus has been running since 1934. Acts from Russia, USA and Germany make up the team of trapeze artists, lion tamers and of course clowns (from Italy in 2008). Winter show commences October 2008. Check their site for correct pricing. M:Ligne 8 Filles du Calvaire
www.cirquedhiver.com
110 rue Amelot, 75011 t: 01 47 00 62 32
Disneyland Highlights
— Sleeping Beauty's castle will regularly be dazzled with fireworks every evening commencing 15 July until 31 August Tuesday to Sunday at 10am.
The Fantillusion Parades will be held from July 5 until August 31. It is easy to book online. There are several hotels in the area and of course the very expensive Disneyland Hotel situated in the Park.
www.disneylandparis.com
Parc Astérix
— The French competition to Disneyland. The park is themed around different periods of history, the Roman Empire, Vikings, La Gaule etc. Lots of rides similar to Disney. Activities all year round.
www.asterix.tm.fr
Puppeteering workshops
— A wonderful atelier offering puppet shows and workshops. Learn how to make hand, glove, stick or shadow puppets. There are different workshops held throughout the year. Grouped by ages of 6 or 10 years they are reasonably priced, between 8 and 10 euors. See their website for the full program of show and ateliers or email atbgresa@free.fr
M: Ledru-Rollin
atelierbonnegraine.free.fr
Enter via 117 rue du Faubourg St. Antoine
Cite de la Musique
— There are numerous concerts and workshop for the under 12s. Most are in French however some offer audio-guides in English for exhibitions.
www.cite-musique.fr
Parc de la Villette
Musée de la Poupee (Museum of Dolls)
— Dolls throughout the ages, including Barbie! Visit the ‘Doll Hospital’ where repairs are carried out. Also appraisals on any dolls, for a fee! A lovely little museum for the girls (and boys).
"Par amour pour les poupées"
October 14, 2008 - March 15, 2009
Open: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm
closed on Monday and on Holidays. Entry €7 -- Children 3-11 €3
Metro: Rambuteau
www.museedelapoupeeparis.com
Impasse Berthaud P: 01 42 72 73 11
Musée Picasso
— You’ll never have enough time to fully appreciate the diversity and magnitude of art in this museum. But do go along with the kids there’s a wonderful garden with sculptures and cafe serving very healthy food. There are many stairs throughout this museum so no strollers are permitted
M : Saint-Paul/Saint-Sebastien Frossat or Chemin Vert
www.musee-picasso.fr
Hotel Sale, 5 rue de Thorigny. P: 01 42 71 25 21
Espace Dali-Montmartre
— If you are a fan of this surrealist artist you will enjoy this exhibition, particularly the interiors and unusual lighting for a museum. Walls are black and many of the exhibits are sculptures that reflect the artists obsession with objects with know his art by, melting watches.
Entry 10€. Children under 8 free otherwise 6€. Open 10am - 6pm. Metro: Anvers or Abbesses
www.daliparis.com
11 rue Poulbot, Montmartre. M: Anvers or Abbesses