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Paris in June, any tips
Posted on 1/4/19 at 9:02 pm
Posted on 1/4/19 at 9:02 pm
Okay me and my wife were trying to set up a vacation in Europe this coming summer. We thought about Scotland, Copenhagen, other cities. Well, the wife just told me she booked us (me, wife, elementary age kid) a week in Paris and already booked the flights and the Airbnb and everything.
So, what are some good things to do in Paris in June? My kid likes to ride horses. Is there anywhere in or around Paris for horseback riding?
TIA
So, what are some good things to do in Paris in June? My kid likes to ride horses. Is there anywhere in or around Paris for horseback riding?
TIA
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Posted on 1/4/19 at 9:28 pm to white perch
For a grade schooler, a tour of the catacombs is probably a fun idea.
Posted on 1/4/19 at 9:39 pm to white perch
2nd Catacombs. Versailles, Normandy, Louvre, Eiffel Tower and all the other sights should be able to keep you plenty occupied. You could spend months in Paris and not do all the things.
Posted on 1/4/19 at 9:48 pm to white perch
Utilize Fat Tire Tours. Great group. Anything you do, pay extra to skip lines. It's worth every penny to do that.
Catacombs, Eiffel, Norte Dame and climb the tower, River cruise, Versailles, go out to Montmartre, and just enjoy some slower days at cafes, etc..
Catacombs, Eiffel, Norte Dame and climb the tower, River cruise, Versailles, go out to Montmartre, and just enjoy some slower days at cafes, etc..
Posted on 1/4/19 at 10:23 pm to white perch
Not sure whether the little kid would really appreciate it but I would make sure to go see the stained glass windows at Sainte Chapelle.
Posted on 1/5/19 at 2:11 am to white perch
Suck in June:
-Versailles (indoor portion)
-dining in Eiffel Tower
Find a nice local and gets recs for fruit, sandwiches, and wine. Picnic in the shadow of Eiffel Tower was memorable.
Can’t help with horseback riding, but if your kid likes driving Ferraris, you’re in luck.
-Versailles (indoor portion)
-dining in Eiffel Tower
Find a nice local and gets recs for fruit, sandwiches, and wine. Picnic in the shadow of Eiffel Tower was memorable.
Can’t help with horseback riding, but if your kid likes driving Ferraris, you’re in luck.
Posted on 1/5/19 at 5:13 pm to BobABooey
St. Chapelle is a smaller church, so a child shouldn't be overwhelmed by it. Also, quicker tour than Notre Dame.
Check to see if there is an evening concert at St. Chapelle (or another church/landmark) during your stay. I saw an opera in the courtyard of Les Invalides, and the setting added to the special evening.
Check to see if there is an evening concert at St. Chapelle (or another church/landmark) during your stay. I saw an opera in the courtyard of Les Invalides, and the setting added to the special evening.
This post was edited on 1/5/19 at 6:06 pm
Posted on 1/5/19 at 6:04 pm to white perch
For horseback riding, Bois de Boulogne probably is your best bet close into central Paris (although Versailles may have options, too). For a different horse riding experience, there are the carousels near the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre.
Other fun things to do with kids that have not been mentioned:
Luxembourg Gardens - Sailing boats across the fountains. Check the schedule for puppet shows. Pentaque courts usually have older men playing a game, which can be amusing to watch. They might let you try your hand at it, too. The park is the perfect place to have a picnic. (Gerard Mulot patisserie is nearby or pick up crepes from the stand across the entrance at Blvd St. Michel and Rue Royer-Collard)
Centre Pomipdou Fountain - silly and fun. Perfect for kids. The museum building is cool, too.
Disneyland Paris - RER train will take you directly to Disneyland.
Ile de la cite - stroll the charming residential island behind Notre Dame and browse the stores. It is a great place to pick up a nice souvenir for parents and kids alike. Prices were reasonable since it is not a tourist hotspot. To conclude the visit, stop at Berthillon for ice cream. Ile de la City is less crowded than other parts of Paris and has a vibe all of its own.
Notre Dame - climb to see the gargoyles. Lovely park in back of Notre Dame (and a restroom) if you need a break from walking.
Le Concierge - medieval building that housed Marie Antoinette in her final days. Her cell has been recreated, and there is a guillotine on display.
Metro bus - Bus 24 does a circuit of Paris passing by some of the famous landmarks. Sightseeing on the cheap.
Markets - find a local market and pick out items for a picnic. Browse the stalls for a unique gift.
Updated to add:
Sewer Tour - I don't know if I'd want to do it, but kids might love it.
Other fun things to do with kids that have not been mentioned:
Luxembourg Gardens - Sailing boats across the fountains. Check the schedule for puppet shows. Pentaque courts usually have older men playing a game, which can be amusing to watch. They might let you try your hand at it, too. The park is the perfect place to have a picnic. (Gerard Mulot patisserie is nearby or pick up crepes from the stand across the entrance at Blvd St. Michel and Rue Royer-Collard)
Centre Pomipdou Fountain - silly and fun. Perfect for kids. The museum building is cool, too.
Disneyland Paris - RER train will take you directly to Disneyland.
Ile de la cite - stroll the charming residential island behind Notre Dame and browse the stores. It is a great place to pick up a nice souvenir for parents and kids alike. Prices were reasonable since it is not a tourist hotspot. To conclude the visit, stop at Berthillon for ice cream. Ile de la City is less crowded than other parts of Paris and has a vibe all of its own.
Notre Dame - climb to see the gargoyles. Lovely park in back of Notre Dame (and a restroom) if you need a break from walking.
Le Concierge - medieval building that housed Marie Antoinette in her final days. Her cell has been recreated, and there is a guillotine on display.
Metro bus - Bus 24 does a circuit of Paris passing by some of the famous landmarks. Sightseeing on the cheap.
Markets - find a local market and pick out items for a picnic. Browse the stalls for a unique gift.
Updated to add:
Sewer Tour - I don't know if I'd want to do it, but kids might love it.
This post was edited on 1/5/19 at 6:45 pm
Posted on 1/5/19 at 6:10 pm to lagniappe14
The line to get into Ste Chapelle is often ridiculously long, as the church is within the police/court judicial complex & you have to go through security to get into the compound. So queue up early or you’re gonna have a looong boring wait (for a kid).
Nearby is Notre Dame, and there is a subterranean archaeology exhibit accessed beneath the plaza in front of the church. You can see some ancient Roman building foundations and some cool animations/computer images of medieval Paris.
If your kid likes to eat, you can make a game of trying as many (croissants, financiers, versions of fries, madeleines) as you find in various pastry shops, etc.
I’d take a good-eater kid who likes meat & potatoes to Le Relais d’Entrecote...it offers only one thing: basic sliced steak, cooked simply in butter with a buttery herb sauce, and fries. Comes with a simple frisée salad w/walnuts, and as much steak and fries as you can eat. Various desserts available as well. LINK
Nearby is Notre Dame, and there is a subterranean archaeology exhibit accessed beneath the plaza in front of the church. You can see some ancient Roman building foundations and some cool animations/computer images of medieval Paris.
If your kid likes to eat, you can make a game of trying as many (croissants, financiers, versions of fries, madeleines) as you find in various pastry shops, etc.
I’d take a good-eater kid who likes meat & potatoes to Le Relais d’Entrecote...it offers only one thing: basic sliced steak, cooked simply in butter with a buttery herb sauce, and fries. Comes with a simple frisée salad w/walnuts, and as much steak and fries as you can eat. Various desserts available as well. LINK
Posted on 1/5/19 at 6:41 pm to hungryone
Notre Dame can have long lines, too. The crypt is a good suggestion, and it is much less crowded.
To beat the crowds at museums/top sites, look for late/after hours options. Paris Pass can also help bypass lines, and some tours offer a fast pass where you go to head of line.
To beat the crowds at museums/top sites, look for late/after hours options. Paris Pass can also help bypass lines, and some tours offer a fast pass where you go to head of line.
Posted on 1/6/19 at 8:20 am to lagniappe14
We did a Louvre tour that was geared towards our 8 yr olds. It was a scavenger hunt led by a woman who had a masters degree in Classically Art. It was us four and her and we skipped the line too. Our kids still talk about things they learned on it.
Posted on 1/6/19 at 12:59 pm to white perch
I wouldn’t do the catacombs if you have a kid. As others have said, the Louvre is good. Also, your kid may enjoy a trip to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
You may also want to consider a train ride to London if you have time.
You may also want to consider a train ride to London if you have time.
This post was edited on 1/6/19 at 1:04 pm
Posted on 1/7/19 at 2:51 pm to white perch
This year is the 75th anniversary of the D-day invasion. There are going to be lots of commemorative activities around Normandy around the 6th.
D-Day Events
D-Day Events
Posted on 1/9/19 at 11:13 am to hungryone
We're going to France for 2 weeks at the end of June - fly over 19th, come back July 4th. We'll be in St Remy Provence for 10 days with a big group at this amazing house - LINK - and then just us - me, wife, 2 boys, 7 and almost 3 by then - will go back to Paris for 4 nights. Still need to get an airbnb for the Paris portion. We're looking for a spot from the 1st - 6th arrondissement.
Anyone been with a 3 year old before? The 7 year old will be fine, but I'm stressing about having a 3 year old there.
Any any Provence area recs would be nice. My in-laws are going to be there and they have been to Provence several times, so we've already got some stuff planned, but figured any more recs would be nice.
Anyone been with a 3 year old before? The 7 year old will be fine, but I'm stressing about having a 3 year old there.
Any any Provence area recs would be nice. My in-laws are going to be there and they have been to Provence several times, so we've already got some stuff planned, but figured any more recs would be nice.
Posted on 1/9/19 at 11:34 am to kage
The central square (Place d'Horlogie) in Avignon has a carousel, that might be fun for a 3 year old. Plenty of cafes nearby for rose and citron-presse.
Posted on 1/9/19 at 1:19 pm to kage
Was in Provence last summer with my two kids (3 and 5 at time) and another couple with same aged kids.
Things kids enjoyed in Provence were as follows:
1)The Roman Amphitheater in Arles
2)Every town's carousel of which most towns have and cost about 1-2 Euro per ride.
3)Markets (a word of caution about these below)
4)Hanging out by the pool and running around
5) Eaitng gelato, sweets, and anything else
6) The bridge and old Pope's castle at Avignon
So basically anything a kid would normally like doing.
The markets in Provence: This was something we were excited about. We spent weeks researching market days in which towns, etc...First night we were in Provence had a chef come cook for us. We asked him about the markets and got a well reasoned diatribe on how shitty they are. How the produce is garbage, they are just for tourists, the goods crap, etc...
We thought no way could this guy be right, surely someone would have told us this on the internet. (Narrator voice) He was right. Visiting one was a worthwhile experience in listening to locals over shite you read on the internet.
Now I will add, Provence is gorgeous and you are going to want to see a lot, but be prepared for a lot of 45 minutes - 2 hour drives to get between towns. But the drives are interesting and fun. You will love the absence of stop signs or red lights, I know I did.
Things kids enjoyed in Provence were as follows:
1)The Roman Amphitheater in Arles
2)Every town's carousel of which most towns have and cost about 1-2 Euro per ride.
3)Markets (a word of caution about these below)
4)Hanging out by the pool and running around
5) Eaitng gelato, sweets, and anything else
6) The bridge and old Pope's castle at Avignon
So basically anything a kid would normally like doing.
The markets in Provence: This was something we were excited about. We spent weeks researching market days in which towns, etc...First night we were in Provence had a chef come cook for us. We asked him about the markets and got a well reasoned diatribe on how shitty they are. How the produce is garbage, they are just for tourists, the goods crap, etc...
We thought no way could this guy be right, surely someone would have told us this on the internet. (Narrator voice) He was right. Visiting one was a worthwhile experience in listening to locals over shite you read on the internet.
Now I will add, Provence is gorgeous and you are going to want to see a lot, but be prepared for a lot of 45 minutes - 2 hour drives to get between towns. But the drives are interesting and fun. You will love the absence of stop signs or red lights, I know I did.
Posted on 1/9/19 at 1:25 pm to BlackenedOut
quote:
The markets in Provence: This was something we were excited about. We spent weeks researching market days in which towns, etc...First night we were in Provence had a chef come cook for us. We asked him about the markets and got a well reasoned diatribe on how shitty they are. How the produce is garbage, they are just for tourists, the goods crap, etc...
Disappointing to hear. This is not the case in all regions of France, fortunately. I encountered loads of local produce and seafood in Brittany/Normandy, with vendors obviously selling to locals. I'd imagine Provence's relentless tourism tips things in favor of kitsch.
This has certainly happened to some of the markets in Rome...like Campo di Fiori. 20 years ago, it had legit local vendors selling produce to the neighborhood. Fast forward to today, and there isn't anyone still living full time in the area. The city center has been hollowed out by short term rentals. The big city market near Termini is still full of life, though, as is the one in Testaccio.
Posted on 1/9/19 at 1:56 pm to hungryone
He did recommend some true farmer's markets, but the Provencal markets (which have food, goods, crafts, etc...) are sort of like the French Market.
But have had other luck with markets in France, just not in Provence.
But have had other luck with markets in France, just not in Provence.
Posted on 1/9/19 at 3:03 pm to BlackenedOut
quote:
The markets in Provence: This was something we were excited about. We spent weeks researching market days in which towns, etc...First night we were in Provence had a chef come cook for us. We asked him about the markets and got a well reasoned diatribe on how shitty they are. How the produce is garbage, they are just for tourists, the goods crap, etc...
We thought no way could this guy be right, surely someone would have told us this on the internet. (Narrator voice) He was right. Visiting one was a worthwhile experience in listening to locals over shite you read on the internet.
Interesting. The one in St Remy is supposedly amazing and I've read several blogs/websites that say so, but we'll probably go anyway for a morning and see what we get.
The house has a heated pool, so I know my 7 year old is going to want to live in that thing while we're there.
I know we want to take 1 or 2 trips to the coast while we're there. From St Remy, is that an hour? More?
And the thing I'm most worried about is just getting a 3 year old around Paris. I think we're just gonna take a stroller with us. I know you can rent them, but I haven't looked to see what that costs, and how easy it is to do.
This post was edited on 1/9/19 at 3:09 pm
Posted on 1/9/19 at 5:29 pm to kage
I’d steer away from a stroller. You are gonna lug that thing around for very little return.
How 3 year old are we talking? Just turning three or about to be 4?
Public transportation in Paris is very good, easy, and reliable (unless there is some sort of strike). Also cabs and ride share make getting around a snap. As much as it sucked It was easier to carry my almost 4 year old when she complained a few blocks then lug a stroller.
IIRC, st. Remy is northeast of Arles which is west of the traditional French Riviera and Marseille. There may be beaches due south worth exploring but the Camargue is down there which is marshland river delta. So you probably have to east and then head south. I’d say hour and a half each way at least. Maybe longer. And if you want to get there quickly the Autoroute tolls will add up (Regional roads better anyway for sightseeing).
House does look dope tho. I wish we would have spent more time just relaxing around the house we rented but we kept saying “we didn’t come all this way to swim” but that is what the draw to that area is.
I’m in the process of formulating a theory, that traveling to Europe and visiting the places that’s Europeans may escape to for vacation is tougher and less travel rewarding than just going to a city. It’s a hack brained theory. Provence is awesome don’t get me wrong but I can see why it is a popular place for parisians or londoners to escape the summer at home. Of course on the flip side it’s very close to some of the greatest wines in the world which Destin most certainly isn’t.
How 3 year old are we talking? Just turning three or about to be 4?
Public transportation in Paris is very good, easy, and reliable (unless there is some sort of strike). Also cabs and ride share make getting around a snap. As much as it sucked It was easier to carry my almost 4 year old when she complained a few blocks then lug a stroller.
IIRC, st. Remy is northeast of Arles which is west of the traditional French Riviera and Marseille. There may be beaches due south worth exploring but the Camargue is down there which is marshland river delta. So you probably have to east and then head south. I’d say hour and a half each way at least. Maybe longer. And if you want to get there quickly the Autoroute tolls will add up (Regional roads better anyway for sightseeing).
House does look dope tho. I wish we would have spent more time just relaxing around the house we rented but we kept saying “we didn’t come all this way to swim” but that is what the draw to that area is.
I’m in the process of formulating a theory, that traveling to Europe and visiting the places that’s Europeans may escape to for vacation is tougher and less travel rewarding than just going to a city. It’s a hack brained theory. Provence is awesome don’t get me wrong but I can see why it is a popular place for parisians or londoners to escape the summer at home. Of course on the flip side it’s very close to some of the greatest wines in the world which Destin most certainly isn’t.
This post was edited on 1/9/19 at 5:29 pm
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