PARISIAN GEMS FOR FAMILY FUN A collection of activities designed by Family Twist
CULTURE With a twist
2 1 TREASURE HUNT AT THE LOUVRE Turn the world s most famous art museum into an exciting treasure hunt site where a fun-filled interactive adventure awaits you and your children. You and your young treasure hunters are in for a wonderful experience. Follow our private experienced guide through 9 of the most famous highlights of the Louvre, including the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Discover masterpieces of the Middle Ages, the Italian Renaissance and Ancient Egypt! This cultural activity includes skip-the-line tickets to the Louvre, an experienced guide and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
3 CLIMBING UP THE EIFFEL TOWER 2 Climb up the Eiffel Tower, Paris most iconic monument, with your private, certified guide and witness the amazing views from the top floor. Forget about the hassle of buying the tickets online or having to wait in line for hours on end! You have got everything lined up to make this climb as smooth and memorable as possible. Follow your guide and discover the secrets and fascinating stories about the Iron Lady and how it was almost taken down a few years after its construction. This cultural activity includes skip-the-line tickets to the Eiffel Tower, a private experienced guide and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
4 A DAY AT THE PALACE OF VERSAILLES 3 Spend a day at the Palace Of Versailles, with a private guided tour of the King s State Apartments of the Palace, the Hall of Mirrors as well as the famous gardens. Turn this cultural visit of one of Paris most beautiful landmarks into an experience you will always remember. Follow your private guide and discover the beauty of the Palace, including the Hall Of Mirrors and other off-the-beaten path curiosities. Then take the time you want to explore the gardens and park (non-guided). You can even rent a bicycle! This cultural activity includes skip-the-line tickets to the Palace and Gardens, a private experienced guide (palace only) and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
5 SCOOTER RIDE ALONG THE SEINE 4 Hop on a scooter and take a family-friendly ride along the banks of the Seine River, seeing the Eiffel Tower and other iconic monuments along the way. Your experienced guide will be waiting for you in front of the Invalides (Napoleon s Tomb). Once your knee and elbow protections are on (safety first!), follow her as he/she lets you discover iconic Parisian monuments such as the Pont Alexandre III, the amazing glass dome of the Grand Palais, the banks of the Seine River and of course, the Eiffel Tower. This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, scooters and protections for everyone and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 4 years
6 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MUSEE D ORSAY 5 Discover the works of Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, Degas and many more in the world s biggest collection of Impressionist paintings. Follow your private experienced guide and step into a fabulous museum full of magnificent artworks that will please both adults and children. Even the history of the building is fascinating as it was once a train station turned into a museum quite recently From the Impressionist masterpieces to the small version of the Statue of Liberty, this is one museum you will love visiting! This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, skip-the-line tickets and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
7 NOTRE-DAME AND MEDIEVAL PARIS 6 Discover the highlights of Medieval Paris through an exciting walking tour taking you from the small medieval streets of le Marais to the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Start this engaging cultural tour by discovering one of the last standing medieval palaces in Paris: Hôtel de Sens. Then make your way towards l île de la Cité through small medieval streets, passing by parts of the old fortification wall. Some 800 years ago, knights, ladies, kings and queens walked these streets! The tour ends at one of the main landmarks of Paris: Notre-Dame Cathedral. This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral, and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 5 years
8 THE CHARMS OF OLD MONTMARTRE 7 Discover the charms of old Montmartre, including the iconic Sacré-Coeur Basilica and the artistic ambiance of the neighborhood, through an exciting orientation game. Montmartre is like a village in Paris. No other district in the City of Lights can compare with its beauty, its charm and vibrant artistic ambiance. Follow your expert guide as he/she takes you through the narrow cobblestone streets in search of the vineyards, the traces of the world famous artists that once lived here and the iconic white Sacré-Coeur Basilica. This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, entry to the Montmartre Museum, and a game booklet for each child. 2 hours, minimum age 5 years
9 CRACKING THE DA VINCI CODE 8 Discover the secrets of the charming Saint-Germain neighborhood, including the colossal Pantheon and Saint- Sulpice church through an exciting live escape game. Inspired by Dan Brown s best selling novel The Da Vinci Code, enjoy this private real life escape game. Along with your full-licensed guide, solve the puzzles and find the clues that will help you beat the time and save the world From the impressive Pantheon to Saint-Germain-des-Prés church by way of the charming Luxembourg Gardens, you are in for a great time in the Saint-Germain district of Paris. This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, entry to the Pantheon, and a game booklet for each child. 2,5 hours, minimum age 10 years
10 CHOCOLATE WALKING TOUR 9 AND WORKSHOP Enjoy a fun-filled chocolate experience in Paris, with tastings in the city's finest chocolate boutiques followed by a private hands-on workshop to make your own chocolate creations. Paris is home to some of the world's best finely-skilled chocolate artisans. Start this exciting and engaging experience by exploring and tasting several of the awardwinning chocolatiers in the Saint Honoré area. Once back at the privatized chocolate atelier, follow your private chocolatier's simple instructions and start creating some of your very own chocolates to take home. This activity includes a private chocolate expert, tastings in luxurious chocolate boutiques, and a hands-on workshop. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
11 GIVERNY AND MONET 10 Discover the house and gardens of one of the most famous Impressionist painters, Monet, in the quaint charming town of Giverny, and see how he got all his inspiration. Located at about 1 hour drive away from Paris, Giverny is the perfect place to get outside of the city and discover a typical countryside French town. Follow our guide as he/she takes you to Monet s house and gardens. There, you will see the water lilies and other places that he painted. Before leaving, our guide will also take you to see Monet s final resting place. This cultural activity includes a private, experienced guide, private chauffeur at disposal, entry to Monet s house, and a game booklet for each child. 5 hours, minimum age 7 years, from April to October
WORKSHOPS Hands-on
13 A PASTRY CLASS IN PARIS 11 Learn how to make your very own French pastries (choux, éclairs etc.) as well as a delicious hot chocolate during a funfilled 2,5 hour private pastry baking class in Paris. This is your one and only chance to learn the secrets of how to make delicious French pastries. In the comfort of a private kitchen, our experienced chef will introduce you to this art. And after a short introduction everyone will get their hands deliciously dirty! During 2 hours, you will be kneading the dough, baking and adding mouthwatering fillings and toppings. This hands-on workshop includes a private kitchen and chef, and lots of delicious pastries! 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
14 TAKING ON FRENCH FASHION 12 Take on French fashion with this fun-filled hands-on workshop perfect for girls and boys as you accessorize a T-shirt or bag according to the latest fashion trends. Meet your private fashion expert and get ready to customize your own accessory or clothing item. After viewing a fashion video, identify the trends with your fashion expert and select the item you will want to customize (T-shirt, bag). Use all the decoration materials available to create your own personalized French haute couture garment or accessory. This hands-on workshop includes a private workshop and fashion expert, a customizable bag or T-shirt. 2 hours, minimum age 5 years
15 MAKING FRENCH MACAROONS 13 Learn how to make your own French macaroons in the comfort of a private professional kitchen, with the help of an experienced, family-friendly chef! Macaroons are delicious, and have become a reference when it comes to French pastries. These sweet round treats look easy to make, but it is quite a challenge. Just follow the instruction of your private chef and everything will be fine! After all, the fun of making macaroons is as important as their taste! This hands-on workshop includes a private kitchen and chef, as well as a lot of savory little macaroons! 2 hours, minimum age 9 years
16 BAKING FRENCH BREAD & CROISSANTS 14 Get your hands deliciously dirty and learn how to bake your own French bread and croissants just like a real traditional French baker. This cooking class is perfect for all ages, including the smaller children. In the comfort of a private kitchen in the heart of Paris, everyone will have fun creating French bread and other bready delights like croissants! And once everything is finished, you ll have the pleasure to eat everything! Simply delicious! This hands-on workshop includes a private kitchen and chef, and a lot of bread everyone will nibble on! 2 hours, minimum age 5 years
17 CARVING LIKE RODIN 15 Discover the world of Rodin through a quick visit of the Rodin Museum followed by a private carving hands-on workshop in the heart of the Saint-Germain district. Rodin is one of the most talented and famous sculptors of all time, and thanks to this cultural visit and hands-on workshop, you will be able to crawl in Rodin s life and understand his carving technique. After a quick visit to the Rodin Museum and seeing the highlights, you will be driven to the workshop where you will work on your very own artwork using a carving technique in a foam-like material. This hands-on workshop includes a private art teacher, a visit to the Rodin Museum, a transfer in Mercedes V-class, and a family-friendly carving workshop! 2 hours, minimum age 5 years
18 CREATE YOUR OWN PERFUME IN PARIS 16 Learn all about the art of perfume making and how to use your nose through a fun and interesting workshop that will let you create your own perfume in Paris. This fascinating and fun-filled hands-on workshop is not only your chance to know a lot more about the art of making perfume, but you will also create the fragrance that suits you best. Through a unique game, unveil the power of your nose and discover the real smell of things. Then, choose your favorite extracts to create very own perfume. This hands-on workshop includes a private perfume expert and private workshop, as well as a small bottle of your own perfume for each member of the family. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
19 IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE IMPRESSIONISTS 17 After a quick visit to the Orangerie Museum to see Monet s Water Lilies, this hands-on workshop will have you create a family masterpiece inspired by Monet and the Impressionists. Meet your family-friendly art teacher and let her talk to you about Monet s painting technique and the colors behind his Water Lilies at the Orangerie Museum. After that, our driver will then take you to our private art studio where you will create your family impressionist masterpiece inspired by the paintings you saw at the museum. This hands-on workshop includes tickets to the Orangerie Museum, a transfer to the workshop, a private art teacher and your family s Impressionist masterpiece. 2 hours, minimum age 6 years
20 LEARNING FRENCH THE FUN WAY 18 Learn the basics of the French language through a fun-filled and very efficient private class, focusing on the vocabulary you ll need during your stay in France. Stop struggling with complicated and boring French grammar, and start learning the useful things that will help you during your stay in France. In a traditional French café, our eversmiling French teacher will take you on a linguistic journey like never before. Learning French has never been so much fun! This hands-on workshop includes a private teacher in a quiet area of a French café in the heart of Paris. 1,5 hours, minimum age 6 years
21 PHOTOGRAPH PARIS LIKE A PRO 19 Learn the basics of photography with a professional photographer and use your smartphone or digital reflex cameras to take the best pictures of Paris, like a pro. Here is your chance to snap some amazing pictures of Paris, thanks to our family-friendly photography teacher. The spot (Trocadero) has been selected for its best views of the Eiffel Tower. Just follow the instructions and you will have fun taking pictures of your family members with a stunning background! This hands-on workshop includes a private photography teacher, a drink in a Parisian café and a USB stick with professional pictures taken by the teacher of your family. 2 hours, minimum age 7 years
TRANSPORTS To remember
23 PARIS SIGHTSEEING IN A CLASSIC CAR 20 Hop on board an iconic French Citroën 2CV classic car and enjoy a great sightseeing tour of the City of Lights, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Elysées and more! Nothing beats hopping into a classic vintage car such as the Citroën 2CV for an authentic sightseeing tour. Not only will you be able to see the beautiful monuments that Paris has to offer, but you ll be feeling really French in this classic car! Needless to say that the kids will love it too! This sightseeing tour includes 1 car for maximum 3 people, 1 chauffeur per car, and a 2 hour sightseeing tour. 2 hours, minimum age 7 years
24 PRIVATE SEINE RIVER PARIS CRUISE 21 Take a private day-or-night family-friendly cruise along the Seine River on a beautiful luxurious boat for a calm and relaxing discovery of some of Paris most iconic monuments. There is just no better way to discover Paris most famous monuments: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Invalides and it s famous golden dome There are just so many things to see, and the pleasure of taking the time to see them (especially at night when they are illuminated) is a privilege that you and your whole family will surely enjoy! This sightseeing cruise includes a private Venetian speedboat, a captain and snacks and champagne on board. 1,5 hours, no minimum age
25 PARIS HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDE 22 Hop on a beautiful, luxurious horse and carriage and take a ride through the streets of Paris, passing by some of the most iconic monuments of the city. Let the friendly coachman take you to some of the most iconic places in Paris: the Eiffel Tower, the Invalides and it s famous golden dome and eternal resting place of Napoleon, and the most beautiful avenue in the world: the Champs-Elysées. This very relaxed one hour tour will leave you and your children with unforgettable memories. This horse and carriage ride includes a private sightseeing tour of a part of Paris and private coachman. 1 hour, no minimum age
26 PRICE LIST CULTURE with a twist Public prices in Euros 1. Treasure Hunt At The Louvre 2. Climbing Up The Eiffel Tower 3. A Day At The Palace Of Versailles 4. Scooter Ride Along The Seine 5. Highlights Of The Orsay Museum 6. Notre-Dame And Medieval Paris 7. The Charms Of Old Montmartre 8. Cracking The Da Vinci Code 9. Chocolate Walking Tour 10. Giverny And Monet WORKSHOPS hands-on 385 695 485 495 385 350 350 385 545 1,095 11. A Pastry Baking Class 12. Taking On French Fashion 13. Making French Macaroons 14. Baking French Bread & Croissants 15. Carving Like Rodin 16. Create Your Own Perfume In Paris 17. In The Footsteps Of The Impressionists 18. Learning French The Fun Way 19. Photograph Paris Like A Pro 585 595 655 595 595 495 575 260 460 TRANSPORTS to remember 20. Paris Sightseeing In A Classic Car (3/6 pax) 21. Private Seine River Paris Cruise 22. Paris Horse And Carriage Ride 280 / 560 895 195 Public prices for a family up to 6 people.