Paris Family Adventure- a Fun City Quest for Kids
Description
This immersive experience blends history, mystery, and adventure, making it the perfect family quest in Paris! More than just a tour, this interactive journey turns kids and parents into time-traveling explorers on a thrilling mission. It all begins at the Stravinsky Fountain before we race past the Centre Pompidou and reach the Defender of Time, who holds a crucial secret. Along the way, we uncover hidden symbols at the House of Nicolas Flamel and explore Saint-Eustache Church, steeped in history. In the Jardins du Palais Royal, the Buren Columns offer a playful puzzle before we pause at a charming bakery for a well-earned treat. A free pastry is included! The journey continues through the Louvre and ends at the banks of the Seine river where you will spot the towers of Notre Dame and charming clocks of Musée d’Orsay. Can your family solve the mystery before time runs out? The clock is ticking!
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We start at the Stravinsky Fountain, where whimsical sculptures move like pieces of a giant puzzle. Here, your mission begins!
We pass by the Centre Pompidou - a bold architectural marvel in the heart of Paris. Home to Europe’s largest modern art museum, it houses masterpieces by Picasso, Kandinsky, and Duchamp.
We reach the Defender of Time, who holds the secret to your next challenge. It is a mesmerizing mechanical sculpture in Paris' Quartier de l’Horloge. Designed by Jacques Monestier, this kinetic masterpiece once came to life as a warrior battling the elements—wind, water, and earth—every hour.
Along the way, we uncover hidden symbols at the House of Nicolas Flamel is the oldest stone house in Paris, built in 1407 by the famed alchemist and philanthropist.
Les Bains Guerbois was once a luxurious 19th-century public bathhouse. A favorite retreat for Parisian high society, it later transformed into a stylish hotel and cultural hotspot. Here we find our next clue!
We will take a well-earned break at a charming French bakery, where kids can enjoy a delicious treat. Bo&Mie is a must-visit bakery for an authentic Parisian snack, blending tradition with creativity.
L’Écoute is a striking sculpture by Henri de Miller, located near the Saint-Eustache Church in Paris. Blending surrealism with urban charm, it’s a hidden gem that adds a touch of mystery and whimsy to the Les Halles district.
We step into the stunning Saint-Eustache Church, which has connections to Mozart, Richelieu, Molière, and Berlioz. This historic site hosted the funeral of Mozart’s mother, the baptism of Richelieu and Molière, and the grand premiere of Berlioz’s Te Deum with 950 musicians.
Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection is a stunning fusion of history and contemporary art in the heart of Paris. Once a bustling commodities exchange, this 18th-century rotunda has been transformed into a cutting-edge museum showcasing François Pinault’s world-class modern art collection.
Jardin du Palais Royal is a hidden oasis in the heart of Paris, offering a perfect blend of elegance and tranquility. Surrounded by historic arcades and the iconic black-and-white Colonnes de Buren installation that provide a playful setting for the next clue.
La Comédie-Française is France’s most prestigious theater, a symbol of artistic excellence since 1680. Located near the Palais Royal, it is home to the world’s oldest active theater troupe, founded by Molière himself.
The Louvre is the world’s most famous museum, a treasure trove of art and history nestled in a former royal palace. Home to iconic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, its vast galleries span centuries and civilizations. Here we reveal the secret of the quest!
A jewel of Napoleonic grandeur, the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel stands as a gateway to history. With its elegant pink marble columns and gilded chariot on top, this triumphal arch celebrates military victories while offering a stunning view leading to the Louvre.
We solve the last puzzle! Here you can decide if you want to continue the journey by boat (at your own expense).
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(57)
This was a marvelous activity for kids! LJ was truly wonderful; he kept the kids' attention for the entire time (and kindly took a detour for a cold drink for my daughter on our very hot day). It got us all to pay attention to details we would not have ordinarily seen and was a welcome break from Paris' "big sights." I cannot recommend this enough for people traveling with kids.
This tour was perfect for my 10 yr old son and 7 yr old daughter. It was engaging, interactive and educational. We all learned some really cool things about Paris and those who live there. We ate scrumptious snacks while solving puzzles and rhymes. I would highly recommend this tour for any with 5-16 year olds. The fun spans many ages. Thank you Remi for being the best guide we have had!
A friend recommended this tour and I am so happy we did it. Rami kept our kids engaged and entertained throughout the entire experience - he was excellent! My husband and I learned a lot along the way too. My kids recognized and were on the hunt for hidden art for the rest of our trip. I highly recommend this tour for families with kids (ages 6+) to learn about Paris in a fun, nontraditional way.
Lily was a wonderful and interactive tour guide. My 11 year old daughter really enjoyed the tour and so did I! She knew exactly where to go to get us right in front of all the art exhibits we were viewing.
We had a fantastic experience on the Paris Family Adventure Tour. Noée, our guide, was fun and engaging. Our 3 children, ages 11, 9, and 6 were a bit tired and jet lagged but she immediately captured their attention and had them fully committed to the quests for the entire 2 1/2 hours in the hot Paris sun. We saw different sights and learned interesting facts about buildings and monuments while taking in the streets of Paris. It was a great start to our trip and had the kids loving all that Paris has to offer.
My 9-year-old and I both loved this adventure! Even when we got home that evening, my son was asking to Google some of the places and fun facts he learned about. The framing of being on a quest was perfect: solving secret codes, working as a team with the other kids on the tour, observing details that we would've never seen on our own.
Our tour guide Rami was really thoughtful and knowledgeable about Paris and the places we saw. He made the tour really fun for our girls. I had no idea what to expect with the space invaders but afterwards with his help we downloaded the app and my 10 year old daughter loved spending the rest of our time in Paris finding them. So great to find out about that art scene and to have something to do as we walked around. Highly recommend this tour. Rami was fantastic!
My kids (5, 8 and 11) had SO much fun with Rami. He kept everyone entertained and moving and they were very into the adventure. We had flown from the States earlier that day and I was a little hesitant to book such an active experience but it was a great way for them to explore Paris for the first time (and took pressure off of us to entertain them when we were so tired!). They had fun looking for pixel art for the rest of the trip — we even saw lots in Strasbourg and Colmar. Very fun and highly recommend!
Fantastic experience-hunting for pixels was the best part of our trip! Thank you to Nowah, our great guide!
Sasha and LJ were great with my very energetic 4 boys. The tour was really fun, even with rain and colder temps. They kept the kids engaged, covered a lot of ground, and taught the kids a lot without it feeling like a traditional tour.
