Parisian merry-go-rounds: let's go for a ride!

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Updated on 29/04/2025

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From wooden horses to helicopters, merry-go-rounds are an irresistible attraction for children. If you'd like to try out some new rides, discover Paris's finest merry-go-rounds, listed by arrondissement, and (re)discover your inner child!

Paris Centre

When we think of the rides in the Tuileries Gardens, images of thrill rides and the inevitable Ferris wheel immediately spring to mind. But away from all the hustle and bustle, there's a pretty merry-go-round where the music of childhood rhymes can be heard. The golden carriages and their horses are sure to delight the little ones.
Jardin des Tuileries
113, rue de Rivoli
75001 PARIS

The ephemeral merry-go-round at City Hall

It's one of the capital's most beautiful rides, and one that amazes both the old and the young. Built over two floors, it features wooden horses, small cars and large carriages. Please note, however, that it's not open all year round!

5th arrondissement

Nestled under the trees of the Jardin des Plantes, this 1930s-style ride features giraffes, ostriches, elephants, Tasmanian wolves, triceratops and lions.
Jardin des Plantes
2 rue Buffon
75005 PARIS

6th arrondissement

The Garnier merry-go-round in the Jardin du Luxembourg

Built in 1879 to match Paris Opera architect Charles Garnier's style, this is the oldest riding arena in Paris. Located in the heart of the Jardin du Luxembourg, its wooden horses and slow-moving rotation take us back in time. A delightful treat for the little ones: armed with a stick, they get to collect rings at every turn. It's all about the joy of showcasing their agility and parading with pride!
Jardin du Luxembourg
2, rue Auguste-Comte
75006 PARIS

7th arrondissement

The 1913 Eiffel Tower merry-go-round

A genuine attraction installed in 1913 just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, this merry-go-round turns on a human-powered crank, making it 100% environmentally friendly. You can't help but admire the fine detail of the original wooden horses, sculpted by the famous Limonaire brothers.
Manège 1913 du Champ de Mars.

8th arrondissement

The Parc Monceau merry-go-round

Trams, fire engines and horses: this little merry-go-round, lit up with soft lanterns, is sure to delight children for a ride… or two!
Parc Monceau
35, boulevard de Courcelles
75008 PARIS
Complément d'adresse
Accès : boulevard de Courcelles, avenue Vélasquez, avenue Van Dyck, avenue Ruysdael

12th arrondissement

The merry-go-round at the Musée des Arts forains

Step through the gates of the Pavillons de Bercy into the unusual Musée des Arts Forains. Here you can discover the velocipede merry-go-round. Manufactured in 1897, it was a real thrill ride at the time, with a record speed of 60 km/h. A must-try during your visit to the museum!

The merry-go-round in Parc de Bercy

In the heart of Bercy, this old-fashioned merry-go-round with carriages and horses is set amidst lush vegetation. It's very classic, but still fun for youngsters.
Parc de Bercy - Grandes pelouses
place Léonard Bernstein
75012 Paris
Complément d'adresse
Accès secondaires : rue de Bercy, rue Paul Belmondo et Passerelle Simone de Beauvoir

16th arrondissement

Nestled between the Eiffel Tower and the Palais de Chaillot, this carousel dazzles with its gilding and bright colors. With its old-fashioned two-storey design, it's particularly pretty. And we love its magnificent vintage hot-air balloon!

17th arrondissement

This little merry-go-round in the Parc des Batignolles offers you the chance to ride a bike, a beautiful blue plane or a red car. A very retro atmosphere!
Square des Batignolles, manège
Square des Batignolles
144 bis, rue Cardinet
75017 PARIS

18th arrondissement

Montmartre's famous carousel, celebrated in Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, has become a neighborhood staple. At the foot of the Basilica, this merry-go-round often sees children riding its wooden nags and dreaming in royal carriages. Enchanting.
Carrousel de Montmartre

19th arrondissement

It's easy to smile as you approach this beautiful double-decker merry-go-round, straight out of the vivid imagination of Jules Verne. Fantastic animals, a space rocket, a lunar hot-air balloon, a magical submarine: everyone escapes into a world full of wacky stories!
Carrousel Jules Verne du bassin de la Villette
Parc de la Villette
211 avenue Jean Jaurès
75019 PARIS

The Buttes Chaumont merry-go-round

Children will be gently lulled to sleep by charmingly old-fashioned songs while seated on a motorcycle, a goldfish, or a crocodile. The soothing melodies will serenade them into a peaceful slumber!
Prices and opening hours
Each ride has its own prices. Opening times vary according to weather conditions, so it's a good idea to find out beforehand to avoid disappointment. Some rides update their information on their social networks or on Google.

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