All Saints’ Day holidays 2026 in Paris with the family
The French All Saints’ school holidays, from 17 October to 2 November 2026, are the perfect opportunity for a family trip to Paris: fewer crowds than in summer, a city dressed in autumn colours and activities for all ages. Around the Eiffel Tower, the 7th arrondissement has plenty to keep children and adults busy. Here is our guide.
Key takeaways. All Saints’ holidays 2026: from 17 October to 2 November (all zones). Near the Eiffel Tower: going up the tower, a Seine cruise, the Champ-de-Mars, the Musée du Quai Branly and the Musée de l’Armée. For families, go for a centrally located family room.
All Saints’ holidays 2026: the dates
For the 2026-2027 school year, the All Saints’ holidays run from Saturday 17 October to Monday 2 November 2026, two weeks in total, and the dates are the same for all three school zones in mainland France. It’s a pleasant time to visit Paris: queues are shorter than in summer, and autumn beautifully colours the gardens and quays.
Going up the Eiffel Tower and cruising on the Seine
Two must-dos for children. Going up the Eiffel Tower remains the highlight of any stay in Paris: book your tickets in advance to avoid the wait. Right next door, at Port de Suffren, boats offer cruises on the Seine: a relaxing and fun way to watch the monuments go by, ideal for children who are tired of walking. Two activities just a short walk from the hotel.
Museums and the outdoors for all ages
The area is full of ideas whatever the weather. The Musée du Quai Branly often runs a family programme around world cultures, and the Musée de l’Armée, at Les Invalides, fascinates older children with its suits of armour and its history. Outdoors, the Champ-de-Mars is a huge playground at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, perfect for running around, having a picnic or riding a merry-go-round. Enough to alternate between visits and free time without ever going far.
Planning a successful family stay
With children, logistics make all the difference. Stick to one or two activities a day, leave some free time, and choose central accommodation so you can easily head back for a break. A quiet neighbourhood like the 7th lets you recharge between outings, away from the bustle of the busiest tourist areas.
Hôtel du Cadran, designed for families
For a family stay, comfort and space matter. A 4-star hotel at 10 rue du Champ de Mars, Hôtel du Cadran offers family rooms and children’s beds, a spa for parents, and an ideal location at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, just steps from École Militaire metro station. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday.
Your family holiday at the foot of the Tower
Family rooms and children’s beds, a spa for parents, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and École Militaire metro.
Book a family roomThe All Saints’ holidays only last two weeks, and well-located family hotels fill up fast. For a family stay at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, book your family room at Hôtel du Cadran.
Frequently asked questions
When are the 2026 All Saints’ school holidays in France?
The 2026 All Saints’ holidays run from Saturday 17 October to Monday 2 November 2026, for all three school zones in mainland France, two full weeks in total.
What can you do with children near the Eiffel Tower?
Going up the Eiffel Tower, taking a Seine cruise from Port de Suffren, running around and picnicking on the Champ-de-Mars, or visiting the Musée du Quai Branly and the Musée de l’Armée at Les Invalides are among the family-friendly activities in the area.
Where can families stay in the 7th arrondissement?
A central, well-connected hotel with family rooms or children’s beds makes the stay easier. Hôtel du Cadran, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, offers family rooms just steps from École Militaire metro station.
