Visiting Paris is always a good idea! Because this beautiful city has so much to offer, it’s hard to see everything in one visit. Whether you go there for a city break, or as a stopover on the way to your final vacation destination, it’s always worth it. And there is a wide range of campsites in Paris where you can stay overnight.
From Utrecht, it is just under 500 km to Paris. If you have booked a vacation heading south, for example the Dordogne or the Costa Brava, then a stopover at a campsite in Paris is a nice break from your trip. And you have an immediate fun start to your vacation. Paris is also super fun with kids. There are so many cool places and activities that the kids will love it here. We immediately give you some tips for visiting Paris with children.
Paris with children
Eiffel Tower
Visiting the Eiffel Tower is, of course, a top activity. The way to the top of the Eiffel Tower is an experience in itself, using the traditional elevator. And the insane view is really fantastic. But it’s not just the view that’s worth it, because there’s a really fun children’s trail inside the Eiffel Tower. This is a kind of scavenger hunt where children learn a lot about the Eiffel Tower and its history in a playful way. This is also a very fun and interesting route for parents. Outside the Eiffel Tower there are some traditional merry-go-rounds which the children will also love.
Walking along the Seine
A walk along the Seine is also a fine activity. The banks of the Seine have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site for several years. And since 2013, the quaysides of the Seine have had a fun extra for young and old alike. Walk on the Left Bank from the Musée d’Orsay toward the Eiffel Tower and you’ll have an incredibly fun walking tour for a few kilometers with your kids. Here they can take a break and play nice. In fact, there are all kinds of fun activities to do, such as a cool climbing wall (a favorite with our kids), games on the ground like goose board, relax on the floating gardens or go in the sound shower: under one of the bridges you can connect via your bluetooth and then play your favorite song.
Jardin des Tuileries and Louvre Museum
The park Jardin des Tuileries is also highly recommended. Order a crepe or ice cream at the front of the park and take a seat on one of the green chairs by the pond. Just a moment to relax. Walking through the park, you eventually arrive at Paris’ most famous museum, the Louvre Museum. You have a great view of the historic building and the museum’s modern glass pyramid from here. This museum is of course known for the painting the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, but the Venus of Milo can also be found here, and is well worth a visit.
Other attractions in Paris
In addition, of course, there are other great and recognizable landmarks, such as Notre Dame, Sacré Coeur, Champs-Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe. The artists’ district of Montmartre is also a must with all its artists and portrait painters. Furthermore, under some of the bridges over the Seine you will find so-called sports gardens. Residents of Paris come here to play sports, but our children really enjoyed playing here for a while. There are various sports equipment and sometimes there was even a climbing wall where they could play.
Disneyland Paris
If you have time, combine a visit to Paris with a visit to Disneyland Paris. Or make it a separate vacation. There are two different parks: the most famous is the Disneyland Park and right next to it you have the Walt Disney Studio Park. At Disneyland Park, you can take pictures with your favorite Disney characters and enjoy the cool rides and great shows. In fact, one day is not enough to see and experience everything. Anyway, you definitely need a day per park. The Disneyland App gives you all the information you need in one app: the Map and current attraction wait times. But in addition, the app shows you where the stores, restaurants, Disney characters and shows are. You can also use the app to make reservations at restaurants and order fastpasses for attractions.
Campsites Paris
Because the Paris area is quite large, we have divided the campsites in Paris into three categories: North, East and South.
Campsites Paris - NORTH
In the middle of the Seine you will find Camping International Maisons-Laffitte, part of Sandaya campsites. This is the most ideal campsite for exploring Paris, as just a 10-minute walk away is a metro station with a direct connection to downtown. After a day in Paris, this is where you’ll completely unwind. At the restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat while the boats slowly pass by. Or take a splash in the new swimming pool, with a small water playground. The children will also have fun in the playground or with a game of mini-golf, ping pong, soccer or one of the other sports. There is also a supermarket and a bakery. Ideally, then you don’t have to worry about that! There are several mobile homes for rent but you can also rent a camping spot here. See the entire offer of Sandaya Camping International Maisons-Laffitte.
If you are looking for a luxury campsite near Paris and Disneyland, then luxury and 5-star family camping La Croix du Vieux Pont is for you. At the campground, you won’t be bored. There are several (heated) pools, a water playground and a swimming lake. There is also a Pony club where your children can go horseback riding under supervision and there is even a children’s go-kart track! The climbing wall and the gameroom with multiple table football games and air field hockey will also please. And in the evening, enjoy a delicious meal in the cozy restaurant. You can choose from a variety of accommodations here, including mobile homes, safari tents, bungalows and apartments. But you can also come with your own camping equipment and book a pitch. Read all about Camping La Croix du Vieux Pont and its providers.
Campsites Paris - EAST
The location of Camping Paris Est is fantastic, right on the banks of the Marne River in eastern Paris. There is an excellent connection to the city center and Disneyland Paris is also nearby. Since this is mostly about location, location, location, it is a fairly simple campground. For example, there is no swimming pool, but there is a playground and a small wellness center with whirlpool. There is also a restaurant, a snack bar and a small supermarket. And around the corner you will find many outdoor cafes where live music is played regularly. This campsite in Paris is open all year round, making it suitable for visiting Paris outside the summer season. Book one of the luxury mobile homes or a camping spot now .
If you are looking for a cozy and small-scale campsite in Paris, near Disneyland, then Camping Les Etangs Fleuris in the east of Paris is for you. The campground is a perfect base for exploring Paris and visiting Disneyland Paris. There is a heated pool with a separate children’s pool and even slides. Children will have fun in the playground or on the trampoline. There is also a multi-sport court but you can also play table tennis or a game of mini-golf. Within 25 minutes you are at Disneyland Paris and within an hour you are in the center of Paris. Check out Camping Les Etangs Fleuris for all the different providers and accommodations.
Camping Le Chêne Gris in Paris is close to Disneyland Paris and has undergone a metamorphosis in recent years. There is a very nice lagoon pool, a water playground and an indoor pool. There is also a KidsClub and children will also have a great time in the playground. You can even go go-karting, kayaking and horseback riding. If you don’t feel like cooking then you can have a nice meal at the restaurant or get some from the snack bar. In the village you will find several supermarkets and bakeries. A variety of mobile homes can be booked, as well as safari tents and bungalow tents. View the entire offer of Camping Le Chene Gris.
Campsites Paris - SOUTH
In the middle of nature and yet close to the hustle and bustle of the capital: at Camping Parc des Roches, it is possible. You’ll stay in the middle of the woods and the campground is spread over 23 acres. There is a lovely pool to splash in with a separate children’s pool. Children can also enjoy playing in the playground. In addition, you can play a game of miniature golf, ping pong or bocce. But you can also play soccer, basketball and tennis. In the immediate vicinity there are beautiful cycling routes through the forests and picturesque villages. If you don’t feel like cooking, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. There is also a snack bar for a sweet or savory snack. Of course, a visit to Paris is a must. You can rent a mobile home here or a chalet. Read all about Camping Parc Des Roches.
