{"id":7715,"date":"2011-02-09T17:02:03","date_gmt":"2011-02-09T21:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=7715"},"modified":"2012-12-27T12:05:28","modified_gmt":"2012-12-27T16:05:28","slug":"traveling-paris-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2011\/02\/09\/traveling-paris-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Traveling to Paris with Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"img alignleft size-medium wp-image-7716\" style='width:300px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/istock_000001860067xsmall-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Carousel in Paris near Sacre Coeur\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" \/>\n\t<div>Carousel in Paris near Sacre Coeur<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The\u00a0glamour\u00a0of the City of Lights can sometimes make you forget that Paris is a charming destination for children. \u00a0It is a city that has never forgotten its sense of whimsy\u2014something you will be reminded of over and over again as you find delightful corners of the city with your children. \u00a0<strong>Timeless memories await you in the place where a happy childhood is always picturesque<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>No visit to <a title=\"Paris Travel tips\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/paris\/\">Paris<\/a> is complete without a trip to one (or several!) of the <strong>beautiful parks<\/strong>. \u00a0The <strong>Jardin du Luxembourg <\/strong><strong>in the <a title=\"Travel tips about the 6th arrondissement of Paris\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/paris\/paris-travel-guide\/paris-neighborhoods\/saint-germian\/\">6th arrondissement<\/a><\/strong> and the <strong>Tuileries Garden<\/strong><strong> in the <a title=\"Travel tips about the 1st arrondissement of Paris\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/paris\/paris-travel-guide\/paris-neighborhoods\/louvre-halles-chatelet\/\">1st arrondissement<\/a><\/strong><strong> <\/strong>are two that will enchant your children. \u00a0At both of these gardens, miniature <strong>sailboats <\/strong>are available for epic sea voyages across the central fountain. \u00a0The boats may need a little prodding to make it from one side of the fountain to the other, but children of all ages\u2014and the young at heart\u2014will enjoy piloting their very own yacht.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Be sure to take a ride on one of the beautiful <strong>wooden carousels<\/strong>. \u00a0Each garden in the city boasts its own merry-go-round. \u00a0In the Tuileries Garden, the carousel is a gorgeous 19th century antique with brightly painted horses and the traditional calliope music. \u00a0Children riding the Luxembourg Garden carousel each try to hook a brass ring with a lance. \u00a0A simple ride becomes an exciting quest!<\/p>\n<p>If energies are flagging, one of the famous <strong>marionette puppet shows <\/strong>would be the perfect rest and pick-me-up. \u00a0These colorful productions transcend language, so even the littlest spectators will find themselves giggling at Guignol\u2019s crazy antics. \u00a0There are marionette theaters in nearly every park in the city, each with daily showtimes, so you may find yourself bringing your children back again after they\u2019ve fallen in love with the old-time entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>Round out your visit to the park with a snack. \u00a0All children love finger food, and no Parisian food will entice quite like a crepe. \u00a0Stopping at a <strong>creperie<\/strong> is part entertainment\u2014watching the simply elegant construction of the crepe will be unforgettable for an American child\u2014and all delicious. \u00a0Introduce your child to savory crepes for lunch, and a crepe \u00e0 Nutella for dessert. \u00a0Licking the chocolate hazelnut sauce from her fingers will give your little one an unforgettable appreciation for food.<\/p>\n<p>No matter how young or old your children, <strong>Paris is where happy memories can be made<\/strong>. \u00a0New York Habitat has beautiful <a title=\"Paris Vacation Rentals\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/vacation\">apartments available for a family vacation to Paris<\/a>. \u00a0These furnished rentals can provide your brood with the perfect housing for building lovely memories and new family traditions. \u00a0Get your search started with one of these <a title=\"Apartment Rentals in the 6th arrondissement of Paris\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/furnished\/saint-germain-luxembourg\">apartments in the 6th arrondissement<\/a> and <a title=\"Vacation Rentals in the 1st arrondissement of Paris\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/vacation\/louvre-halles-chatelet\">vacation rentals in the 1st arrondissement<\/a>, all within easy distance of Jardin du Luxembourg and the Tuileries Garden:<\/p>\n<p>This lovely and spacious <a title=\"Paris : Vacation Rental in St. Michel (PA_2646)\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/vacation\/2646\">3 Bedroom Vacation Rental \u2013 St Michel \u2013 St Germain \u2013 Notre Dame \u2013 Paris (PA-2646)<\/a> has room for up to six occupants, with patterned hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, a fully equipped kitchen and gorgeous views. \u00a0This is a perfect vacation rental for an active family.<\/p>\n<p>This welcoming <a title=\"Paris Accommodation: 2-bedroom vacation rental in Opera _ Le Louvre (PA_3231)\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/vacation\/3231\">2 Bedroom Vacation Rental \u2013 Opera \u2013 Le Louvre \u2013 Paris (PA-3231)<\/a> is just steps from the Tuileries Garden, and features high ceilings, a balcony overlooking the Louvre, and gorgeous furnishings.<\/p>\n<p>A family wanting to be in the center of it all should look no further than this <a title=\"Paris Apartment: 2-bedroom vacation rental in St Germain (PA_4071)\" href=\"\/paris-apartment\/vacation\/4071\">2 Bedroom Vacation Rental \u2013 St Michel \u2013 St Germain \u2013 Notre Dame \u2013 Paris (PA-4071)<\/a> With exposed beams, two private bathrooms, a gorgeous tiled kitchen, and plenty of space, this rental will guarantee you a wonderful visit to Paris.<\/p>\n<p>What aspect of a French childhood would you most like to give to your children?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The\u00a0glamour\u00a0of the City of Lights can sometimes make you forget that Paris is a charming destination for children. \u00a0It is a city that has 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