Children's areas in Paris museums

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Updated on 29/04/2025

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Encouraging children's creativity and fostering experimentation and discovery through hands-on experiences, several new spaces have recently emerged in Paris museums to captivate young visitors. These are definitely worth a visit!

The Children's Philharmonic

Explore giant instruments, uncover the powers and tonalities of the voice, and follow unique sound trails at the Philharmonie des enfants, an extension of the Philharmonie de Paris (19th). This space, designed for young music enthusiasts, features five themed worlds with around thirty interactive installations, an immersive studio, and more.
  • Who's it for? Music lovers aged 4 to 10
Unleash creativity at the Galerie des enfants, situated on the 1st floor of the Centre Pompidou (Paris Centre). This exhibition space is specially designed for young children, aiming to introduce them to modern and contemporary art in a playful manner. Open to all disciplines, it allows children, accompanied by adults, to immerse themselves in art and develop a keen eye for detail.
Who's it for? Creative kids aged 6 months and above
Centre Pompidou
Place Georges-Pompidou (Paris Centre)
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The Studio at the Louvre

The world's most famous museum welcomes children to its Studio! This interactive space allows visitors to enhance their visit to la Petite Galerie with creative activities inspired by the current exhibition. Enjoy giant coloring pages, board games, a reading corner, and numerous workshops scheduled throughout the year.
  • Who's it for? The curious from age 4

Family area at the Musée de l'Orangerie

In 2024, the Musée de l'Orangerie (Paris Centre) opened a family-friendly space inspired by Claude Monet's Water Lilies and his garden in Giverny. This area encourages relaxation and discovery, allowing children to engage in multisensory activities to better understand Monet's famous painting and other works from the Orangerie collection focused on figures. For those looking for a peaceful retreat, there's a reading corner and a sound alcove dedicated to podcasts.
  • Who's it for? Contemplatives aged 0 to 12
Musée de l'Orangerie
Jardin des Tuileries (Paris Centre)
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The Studio at the Cinémathèque française

Curious about the secrets of film-making? Visit the Cinémathèque française (12th arrondissement) and step behind the scenes! The Studio, equipped with professional gear, offers workshops where film enthusiasts can learn to manipulate, frame, light, build sets, invent stories, act, watch, and perform tricks.
  • Who's it for? Film buffs aged 7 to 17

Le Cocon at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace

On April 14, the Musée de l'Air et du Bourget will unveil Le Cocon, a new space designed to provide children with a unique and inspiring experience. With events and activities that spark imagination, this new area promises to enchant young visitors. For its grand opening, a storytelling tour will be offered. It's an event not to be missed!
  • Who's it for? Dreamers aged 0 to 4
The Air and Space Museum
3, esplanade de l'Air et de l'Espace
93350 Le Bourget
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L'Atelier Rodin at the Rodin Museum

Experience art through hands-on practice at the Atelier Rodin (7th arrondissement), reopening on April 6 with a scenography inspired by the upcoming Olympic summer. Here, you can touch, explore, and experiment freely, breaking all the rules! Four distinct areas allow you to try your hand at modeling, collage, and drawing. Dive into the imaginative world of Auguste Rodin.
  • Who's it for? All-rounders aged 3 to 12

The Cité des enfants at the Cité des sciences

A true institution, the Cité des enfants (19th arrondissement) has been captivating curious young minds for over thirty years. With two distinct areas for 2-7 year-olds and 5-12 year-olds, this vibrant 5,000-square-meter facility allows children to explore their bodies, emotions, elements, and materials. Older kids can engage in hands-on activities, water games, and even observe an anthill. In short, it offers a unique approach to discovering science.
Who's it for? Explorers aged 2 to 12
Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
211, avenue Jean Jaurès (19th district)
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