1 - The star of Paris: the Eiffel Tower
Stop at the Metro Trocadero and there she is, standing in front of you. She is turning 120 this year.
Go down the Trocadero (plenty of photo opportunities), play by the fountains, and go to its feet. Even better, take the elevator and admire the view from up there.
If you have teenagers with you, try the stairs! I did twice when I was a teenager. Let’s say that I am glad I did it.
If you have younger children, go to the Cineiffel desk at the 2nd floor (1st floor for the French) and your children will obtain a game book.

Thais and her cousin Noah at the Trocadero

2 - Pay your respects to Mona Lisa

You HAVE to visit le Louvre (Metro Louvre). For an enjoyable experience, limit yourself to a small part of the museum. Ask for a map at the information desk and go to the area where the Mona Lisa is, you do not want to miss the most famous painting in the world!. You will also be able to see the Victory of Samothrace of and the Venus de Milo as well as beautiful paintings like the Radeau de la Meduse (one of my favorites). If you hold a museum pass (you can buy one at any participating museums), you can skip the line at the entrance. Children (and anybody under 25) do not pay an entrance fee at National Monuments and Museums (list here)

A very happy Olivia in front of the Mona Lisa

3- Live the Parisian Life
Browse the Rue Montorgueil (Metro Etienne Marcel), a very lively street in Paris and go eat an ‘éclair au chocolat’ or any pastry of your choice at Storher. Simply delicious! My children love their macarons. This is the Parisian life!
This pastry place opened at this particular place in 1730!

Thais with her goodies

4 - Does Paris really have a beach?
It does from July 20th to August 20th: discover Paris Plage. Part of the banks from the River Seine will be transformed into the beachside with lots of fun things to do. The beaches are voie Georges Pompidou (Paris 4) and from the Bassin la Villette to Stalingrad (Paris 19).
Rive droite (right bank): Louvre-Rivoli, Pont-Neuf, Châtelet, Hôtel de Ville, Saint Paul, Pont Marie, Sully-Morland.
Rive Gauche (Left Bank): Bibliotheque Francois Mitterrand

 © Paris Tourist Office - Photographe : Marc Bertrand

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Lydie Thomas is a Travel Whisperer and mother of two little avid travelers. She is sharing her tips and tricks on visiting the San Francisco Bay Area with children. She also loves to share her French culture and tips on vacationing in France with little ones. Subscribe to her blog www.travelismorefunwithkids.com or follow her on twitter @lydiethomas.