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"Once Upon a Time" Family Tour at the Arc de Triomphe
Forget standard tours where you just stand around and listen; here, the monument comes alive to tell its own tales. This theatrical experience turns history into an interactive adventure perfect for the whole family to discover together.
Arc de triomphe (Paris 8th)
About
The Arc de triomphe invites families to experience the « Il était une fois » dramatized tour, specifically designed for children aged 6 and up. This interactive visit turns the iconic monument into a storybook setting, encouraging participants to engage with its history through theatrical storytelling. Held on Saturdays, October 17, November 21, and December 19, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30, this event requires advance booking. Located in the 8th arrondissement, the site is wheelchair accessible, with the meeting point situated inside the tunnel near the stone benches.
Overview
What if we listened together to a new story that starts with Once upon a time... at the Arc de Triomphe!
Immerse yourself in the adventures of the monument during this theatrical tour where both children and adults are invited to participate.
Good to know before your visit
- Tour accessible to people with reduced mobility
- In French only
- Meeting point in the tunnel, by the stone benches
Our take on this event
Step into a legendary narrative at the Arc de triomphe during this unique dramatized tour. Tailored for families with children aged 6 and over, the experience moves beyond traditional sightseeing by weaving the monument's history into an interactive tale. Visitors are invited to play an active role in the storytelling, ensuring an engaging and memorable morning for all ages.
The tour takes place from 10:00 to 11:30 on three specific dates: October 17, November 21, and December 19, 2026. Please gather at the designated meeting point in the tunnel, located by the stone benches. Please note that all sessions are conducted strictly in French.
Tickets are priced at 16 euros for accompanying adults. A reduced rate of 9 euros applies to children, holders of the Passion monuments subscription, and individuals receiving social welfare benefits. The monument is fully accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.
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