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Family Tour
Imagine a theater full of history, standing tall right across from the Eiffel Tower, waiting to reveal its best-kept secrets. With a fun, interactive trail designed just for little ones, it is the perfect spot for families to dive into the elegant world of dance and architecture.
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse (Paris 16th)
About
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse invites families to explore its historical halls located directly opposite the Eiffel Tower. Designed for children aged 5 and up, this 45-minute interactive tour unveils the secrets of the building constructed in 1878. Participants will uncover the beauty of Art Deco architecture and learn fascinating stories about this world-famous venue dedicated to dance today. A fun activity booklet is provided to ensure an engaging experience for everyone. This event is a paid activity with tickets ranging from 8 to 13 euros, offering a unique educational outing in the heart of the 16th arrondissement.
Discover, and introduce children to, a place steeped in history, facing the Eiffel Tower. During a lively and interactive 45-minute tour, young and old alike will uncover the secrets of the building constructed in 1878, discover the Art Deco movement as well as the works present in the theater, and learn anecdotes about this mythical place now dedicated to dance! The tour uses a fun activity booklet to learn while having fun.
Duration: 45 min
For ages 5 and up
Are you not available on that day? Check out our other tour dates here.
Programming - Guided Tour Paris - Chaillot National Dance Theatre 2026-2027
Our take on this event
Located at 1 Place du Trocadéro, the Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse offers a special guided tour for children from the age of 5. During this 45-minute journey, visitors explore the history of this iconic 1878 structure, focusing on its striking Art Deco design and the various artworks displayed throughout the facility.
This interactive experience uses a dedicated activity booklet to help young participants learn about the history of the building while discovering its current role as a premier center for dance creation. It is a fantastic opportunity to see the theater from a different perspective and learn curious anecdotes about this legendary Parisian landmark.
The sessions are scheduled on three specific Saturdays: January 16, 2027, from 11:00 to 12:00; March 13, 2027, from 11:00 to 12:00; and May 29, 2027, from 15:00 to 16:00. Tickets are priced between 8 and 13 euros. Advance booking is required to attend these family-oriented tours.
