Parc des Buttes-Chaumont has been a public park in Paris since 1867, and it has several ways in: besides the rue Botzaris entrance by the metro, there are gates on rue Manin, rue de Crimée and avenue Simon-Bolivar, so you can pick the one closest to where the day starts.
For children, the draw is the play equipment spread through the park: a playground, sandpits, swings and carousels, plus a knock-down game called Les Pirates and a fishing game. Two puppet theatres, Guignol Anatole and Le Guignol de Paris, put on shows inside the park; like the cafés and snack stands, they are paid.
The trade-off right now is the lake. The island with the Temple de la Sibylle and both cascades are closed off because of unstable ground and rockfall risk, and part of the path around the lake is shut too, so a loop of the lake may mean doubling back. Access for visitors with reduced mobility is possible, but only in certain zones.
Family FAQ
How much does parc des Buttes-Chaumont cost?
The Guignol puppet theatres and the park's restaurants, bars and takeaway stands are paid.
Where are the toilets at parc des Buttes-Chaumont?
Public toilets are available in the park.
Is there baby changing at parc des Buttes-Chaumont?
A baby-changing table is available.
