Provence France: One Perfect Week with Kids
Looking for a relaxing (that’s obviously relative if traveling with kids) trip to Provence, France. Follow along for a guide to one perfect week in this idyllic region.
FIRST STOP: PARIS
It’s always a good time to visit Paris, and if you’re planning a trip to Provence, this is the obvious place to start.
STAY
Hotel Madame Reve in the 2nd Arrondissement is walking distance to all of the main sights of Paris. There are also great parks and restaurants nearby.
One of the suites at Hotel Madame Reve
ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
The parks here are all incredible. Some of our favorites for kids are the Palais Royal Gardens and the The Parc André Citroën.
Ride a carousel. Carousels can be found throughout Paris and are such a great way to make kids and their parents happy.
Take a boat ride on the Seine. Bateaux Rouge seems to have the most frequent trips and it’s easy to buy tickets the day of your trip.
Colonnes de Buren in Palais Royal Gardens are always fun for kids and adults.
Wandering Palais Royal Gardens in Paris.
Strolling the Seine with views of the Eiffel Tower.
STOP TWO: HOTEL CRILLON LE BRAVE
Getting here: We recommend taking the quick and super-convenient train from Paris to Avignon. From there we rented a car to travel around Provence. Our first stop was Hotel Crillon Le Brave, set in a charming historic hotel in the foothills of Mount Ventoux that has been converted to a 5-star hotel.
Late-afternoon swim in Crillon le Brave’s beautiful pool overlooking the surrounding area.
One of the many nooks in the old village converted to the beautifully renovated Hotel Crillon Le Brave.
Wonderful dinner at La Madeleine in Crillon le Brave.
The hotel has bikes to explore the surrounding area.
Visiting a nearby vineyard on our bike ride around the area.
STOP 3: AIRELLES, LA BASTIDE DE GORDES
Our third and final stop was to Airelles,La Bastide De Gordes, set in the picturesque (if slightly touristy) town of Gordes. The service here was impeccable and it was clear the staff was focused on the little details just as much as the big.
Beautiful view from Airelles.
Wandering the streets of Gordes.
KID’S CLUB/ACTIVITIES
The amazing service at this hotel isn’t reserved just for adults. They go out of their way to make kids feel like they are on vacation. From a stuffed animal upon arrival, to special kids menus, to a kid’s summer camp, and game room, this place is incredible for kids of all ages.
Outdoor games area at the hotel.
Indoor arcade/games lounge at the hotel.
Pool at Airelles, La Bastide de Gordes has incredible views of Gordes and the surrounding countryside.