Free National Museums Under 18 & TGV Family Perks
Almost all French national museums and monuments—including the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Arc de Triomphe, Sainte-Chapelle, Panthéon, Versailles Palace, and Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey—are 100% free for visitors under 18 of any nationality (up to 25 for EU residents). On SNCF TGV InOui trains, children under 4 ride free on a lap or €9 in their own seat, and every trainset includes a baby-changing nursery table and Espace Famille four-seat table booths.
Kid-Favorite Parks, Bakeries & Compact Strollers
Break up museum mornings with wooden toy sailboats ('les voiliers') on the Jardin du Luxembourg pond, carousel rides beneath the Eiffel Tower, or afternoon 'goûter' (4:00 PM snack of pain au chocolat from any boulangerie). Bring a lightweight foldable umbrella stroller ('poussette canne') since classic Paris Métro stations rely on stairs rather than elevators.
Key Takeaways & Local Tips
- Verify schedules and book high-speed train tickets directly on SNCF Connect or the Bonjour RATP app.
- Save our offline French Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards on your phone before boarding your flight.
- Always greet staff with 'Bonjour' before asking a question in English or French.
Official sources & further reading
Rules, prices and schedules change. Confirm details here before you travel: