1. The Louvre Museum: Good Paris Museum for Toddlers & kids with its family room
Age suitable for 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
It’s surprisingly not that widely known that The Louvre Musem has a kid-friendly space – perfect for keeping children happy while you soak up this huge museum! The Studio is a place where children can be creative through colouring, drawing and more.
There are kid activities at The Louvre too, including:
- Weekly events include: ‘Petits Creatifs’ and a workshop to design your own ‘Carnet de Voyage/ travel diary’ – find out more info here at The Louvre, The Studio
- Kid-friendly tours of the Louvre Museum (duration 1.30 hours. More info, and reserve tickets here
- You may also want to check out my round up of kid-friendly Paris tours HERE (which includes some interactive Louvre tours)
See all the Louvre: The Studio workshop dates here
Find other things to do near the Louvre and Tuileries with kids HERE
2. Musée de l’Orangerie: Baby-Friendly Art Museum in Paris – Find the Family Room
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
Not many parents know about the family room at Musée de l’Orangerie either. Accessible all year. The room is inspired by the painting Nymphéas by Claude Monet, and also nods to his famous garden in Giverny, France, with aquatic motifs, tables inspired by water lilies and benches with cushions forming ripples. The cushions are no doubt going to be the biggest hit with any energetic 2 year old. Bring the kids to play while you tag team with your partner / friends / the grandparents for a quick spin around the gallery kid-free.
Good to know: Buggies are allowed right up the the family room but you’ll need to leave them when you go into the room
See all the L’Orangerie Family room opening dates here
3. Atelier des Lumières – Best Paris museum for kids over 4: Interactive Kids’ Room
Age suitable for 🧒 4–6+
This interactive kids’ room Atelier des Enfants is included with your ticket at Atelier des Lumieres. Themed on the current featured artist at Atelier des Lumieres – right now there’s two very different themes: Renaissance: Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and also: Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs. Each child can choose a themed template they can colour in. They then scan their drawing, which is then projected life-size onto the walls (how cool is that?!).
Important to note: Strollers are prohibited inside the viewing space for safety reasons.It’s recommend to bring a baby carrier if possible.
See all the Atelier des Lumieres opening times here
Find more things to do with kids near Atelier des Lumières HERE (Paris Baby & Toddler map)
4. Fondation Louis Vuitton – Interactive children’s museum tours and workshops
The Fondation Louis Vuitton is a fun building to wander around with kids – there’s a roof where you can see great views of the Paris skyline. But best news for the kids, the entrance fee to Jardin D’Acclimatation (a huge fairground right next door) is included for free as part of your ticket – not even many Parisians seem to know this, but it’s an amazing bonus!
The Fondation Louis Vuitton also runs baby and family tours of the museum and also kid workshops too. Find out more via the website
See the opening hours for Fondation Louis Vuitton here
5. Le Musée en Herbe – a kid-friendly Paris art museum
Age suitable for 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
Le Musée en Herbe is a modern art gallery dedicated to children, (stated on the website from 3-103..). Aiming to make art approachable and fun. There are also kid workshops and baby tours available too, where your children can make their own creations while exploring the museum see the Musee en Herbe website for more info.
See availability and ticket prices here for Le Musée en Herbe
6. *SEASONAL* Musée Rodin: Best Sculpture Museum for Toddlers
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
This interactive children’s room offers a art workshop space to allow kids to explore their creativity through sculpture and tactile art activities. There’s also a dedicated, calm space to relax and read art-related books. And for this year they’ve included a sensory area for babies too!
Open Tuesdays- Sundays, 10AM-18.00PM
Open during Spring and Summer months (2026). Find out more about Atelier Rodin here
Family friendly tours: The Musée Rodin also hosts family friend tours between April and June. Find out more here
Museum workshops for kids: Reserve a Musée Rodin workshop HERE
© Musée d’Orsay © Adagp, Paris, 2024 / © mercedescosano
7. *SEASONAL* Musée d’Orsay: Family-friendly Paris museum for kids all ages (when visiting the ‘family room‘)
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
During many school holidays, the Musée d’Orsay’s ornate Grand Salle des Fêtes is transformed into a huge, imaginative play and discovery space for kids. There are stations to be creative, with sculpture, drawing and more, along with a cushion abundant reading area with teepees to cosy up in. Then there are corners with boxes full of toys and activities, you could spend the whole day here!
Keep updated on pop-up Paris events for kids like these – check out this Paris weekly round up HERE.
(This family-friendly event re-opens during summer and some other school holiday dates throughout the year). Find out more info about the Musée d’Orsay – family room here
8. Musée de l’Homme *WATCH THIS SPACE **Currently closed for maintenance*
Age suitable for 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
*Not the space is currently closed for maintenance* Enjoy this 120 m² family space within Musée de l’Homme -completely dedicated to kiddies. Here children can learn at their own pace about the four prehistoric families: Sapiens, Neanderthal, Erectus, and Australopithecus through interactive games, obstacles and activities, for example – in the ice age, children are invited to build a shelter and dress like Neanderthals!
9. Free workshops at floating modern art museum on The Seine
Age suitable for 👧 5+
Fluctuart is Paris’s floating urban art centre on the Seine. Every Sunday they host free family workshops where children can get creative through drawing, painting and hands-on art activities inspired by current exhibitions (although recommended for kids 5-10yrs). There’s a riverside terrace for a pre or post-workshop snack or drink. Find out more or book HERE
Other kid-friendly Paris museums
Other must-visit Paris museums with kids include:
Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
Philharmonie des enfants (music playground)
Age suitable 🧒 4–6+ (site recommends best from 4 years old)
A space dedicated to inspire kids with music
National Museum of Natural History Paris
Age suitable for 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
Featuring huge beasts from accorss the earth, this museum has a real Wow factor
Musée de l’Air (with kids’ zone “Le Cocon”)
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+
This air-themed museum is perfect for plane mad kiddies. learn all about rockets and space at this museum adapted to children. It’s also great for babies too, with a separate baby and toddler areas in the kids’ zone with sensory and motor-skill activities.
ALSO.. IN THE PARIS SUBURBS
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Hangar Y (Meudon): Best kid-friendly museum near Paris – Interactive outdoor sculptures
Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+ (great space to walk outside with a baby, (garden is gorgeous) but the venue hasn’t got any baby specific areas)
Our ‘tots’ top pick!! Not many people are in the know about this new (ish) outdoor modern art museum is a great way to introduce little ones to art, with a beautiful (although expensive) alfresco restaurant overlooking the perfectly formed man-made hexagonal lake, interactive sculptures to discover and a hidden forest playground.
TIP: The garden is free to visit during the week! (A great tip is to visit on a Bank Holiday weekend – although check the Hangar Y Instagram before visiting)
See the Hangar Y opening hours: 11h – 19h. But be sure to double check the website before planning your visit as some part of the museum can sometimes be closed.
Musée Lambinet: Best kid-friendly museum in Versailles (Kid-focussed tours)
Age suitable for 👶 3 | 🧒 4–6+
Musée Lambinet museum makes a real effort for kids, with tailored tours to keep them engaged and entertained while exploring the museum. Finish off the tour in a dedicated space where the kids can colour an inspired artwork – a great souvenier to take home. Reserve your atelier/ workshop here
See Musée Lambinet opening hours here
Want more things to do with kids in Paris? Check out this list of the Best Paris Family Cafes
Frequently Asked Questions: Visiting Paris Museums with Kids
Which museum in Paris is best for toddlers?
For toddlers aged 2–4, Cité des Sciences – newly refurbished Cité des Enfants is our top pick thanks to its dedicated play spaces, hands-on exhibits and interactive activities. If you’re looking for an art museum, Musée du Louvre is surprisingly toddler-friendly thanks to Le Studio, a free family space designed for children.
Are Paris museums stroller-friendly?
Most major museums in Paris, including the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay and Cité des Sciences, are stroller-friendly with lifts, accessible entrances and baby-changing facilities. However, try to avoid visiting during busy periods, (after 11am) as you could end up waiting a long time for the lift. This is one of the drawbacks of visiting big museums like Musée d’Orsay with kids.
Are museums in Paris free for children?
Yes. Most national museums in Paris are free for visitors under 18 (and often under 26 for EU residents). Some special exhibitions and children’s workshops may require a separate ticket, so it’s worth checking (and booking in advance) before your visit. Also don’t forget some Paris museums are FREE on the first Sunday of the month.
What is the best rainy-day activity in Paris with young kids?
Museums are one of the best rainy-day activities in Paris. Cité des Sciences, the Louvre’s family area, Musée d’Orsay and indoor play cafés all make excellent options when the weather isn’t ideal. However, there are also great other options, such as Paris Baby Cafés. Find more Paris rainy day ideas with kids HERE
Can babies visit the Louvre?
Absolutely. Babies are welcome at the Louvre, and there’s a dedicated family space called Le Studio where little ones can play, read and take a break from exploring the galleries. Baby-changing facilities and lifts are also available throughout the museum.
How long should you spend in a Paris museum with toddlers?
Plan for around 1.5–2 hours. Young children usually enjoy shorter visits, especially if you combine your museum trip with a nearby playground, café or picnic afterwards. Find out what’s nearby your Paris museum of choice with this Paris Baby & Toddler Map
Which Paris museums have activities for children?
Many museums offer family trails, seasonal workshops and interactive spaces. Some of the best include Cité des Sciences (Cité des Enfants), Musée Rodin’s family workshops, the Louvre’s Le Studio and Musée d’Orsay’s family activities during school holidays.
What should I pack for a museum visit with a toddler?
Bring snacks, a refillable water bottle, a lightweight stroller or baby carrier, nappies, wipes and a favourite small toy or colouring book for café breaks.
Also, don’t forget to check out the Paris Baby & Toddler Map – which you can access via the Google Maps App on your phone when out in Paris.
PARENT HACK: Booking tickets in advance can also help avoid long queues. (Although usually you’ll be allowed to skip the queue when travelling with a baby or young children)
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