Square Trousseau — Local services in Paris

We take our granddaughter to visit many parks with playgrounds. This one is one of the BEST. It is not covered in cigarette butts like so many other playgrounds in Paris, but instead, it is covered with a soft surface to prevent serious injuries if children should fall while venturing to the next level on the climbers. The many benches that line the park are NOT covered in pigeon poop. There is a very wide variety of play apparatus for children of all ages. It is a few steps from Marché D'Aligre, and the surrounding streets provide choices for treats such as delicious patisseries, coffee, or local ice cream. Large trees provide shade, and a bandstand in the middle lets the children 'perform' to their heart's desire. There are ping pong tables as well. Well...

If you go to paris, there is one place you have to go before the Eiffel tower, ( was born and raised in Paris , trust me on this). I have been going several time to this place, never ever disappointed, lamb chops, the tartare, the fries, not mentioning the amazing entrecôte, lets not forget their « lemon tarte » or tarte au citron. You feel home , owner treat you like you belong here. A glass of wine , take a seat on the north terrace, and you will feel like a true parisian. I left paris 10 years ago, my annual Parisian “shot” is...

Are you near Bastille and your child feels bored from all day long hiking from one landmark to another? Just take a snack from the grocery store and have a break in this beautiful city playground. We enjoyed at least an hour in this park and the kids were happy and motivated to see new...