Family trip to Calais with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
Calais is a quiet and calm French town which many travelers with children give preference. There are no large and noisy amusement parks, huge shopping and entertainment centers and nature reserves here, but there are many prospects for active recreation and cultural entertainment. In summer, Calais Beach is a favorite holiday destination for guests of the city. Despite the fact that one cannot swim in it, there are always a lot of tourists on the coast. The beach is noteworthy because, it is not far from the port area, so one can watch as ships cruise. The water on the coast is quite cold even in the height of summer. However, the beach is ideal for sunbathing and active outdoor games.
First of all, tourists should visit the heart of Calais – Place d'Armes. On this square, visitors can attend charming shops and admire gorgeous historic buildings. Twice a week, … Open
1. French is the official language in the country, but don’t be sad if you don’t know it. Intermediate English is more than enough for a comfortable holiday in Calais. As a rule, … Open
There are several beautiful entertainment centers in Kala. The Royal Kids Parc De Jeux is aimed at young children. This center has a huge number of playgrounds for children of all ages. They can play in special houses, work out on gymnastics shells, “swim” in a dry pool, and then go to a cafe to taste famous sweets. There is also an excellent rest area for parents in the center, where they can read a book and drink coffee.
Shopping in Calais will bring many unforgettable moments. Premium wine stores have already become one of the main peculiarities of this city. For instance, Calais Wine Superstore offers a … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Calais and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Calais
♥ Amusement park 'Dennlys Parc' Dennebroeucq, 47.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsaland De Panne' Adinkerke-De Panne, 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Dreamland Margate' , 58.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Bagatelle' Merlimont, 60 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Bellewaerde' Ypres, 79.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Dennlys Parc' Dennebroeucq, 47.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsaland De Panne' Adinkerke-De Panne, 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Dreamland Margate' , 58.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Bagatelle' Merlimont, 60 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Bellewaerde' Ypres, 79.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Calais
♥ Water park 'Plopsaqua De Panne' , 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' Oostduinkerke, 64.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' De Haan, 93.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Plopsaqua De Panne' , 55.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' Oostduinkerke, 64.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' De Haan, 93.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Aquariums in Calais and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'Nausicaä Centre National de la Mer' , 29.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Hastings Underwater World' Hastings, 87.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Sealife Adventure' , 100.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Nausicaä Centre National de la Mer' , 29.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Hastings Underwater World' Hastings, 87.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Sealife Adventure' , 100.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Zoos and gardens in/near Calais
♥ Zoo 'Wingham Wildlife Park' Kent, 56 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Howletts Wild Animal Park' Kent, 59.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Port Lympne Wild Animal Park' Kent, 60 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Wildwood Discovery Park' Kent, 65.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Bellewaerde' Ieper, 79.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Wingham Wildlife Park' Kent, 56 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Howletts Wild Animal Park' Kent, 59.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Port Lympne Wild Animal Park' Kent, 60 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Wildwood Discovery Park' Kent, 65.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Bellewaerde' Ieper, 79.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Famous sights of Calais
Euro Tunnel
From the series “The Greatest Tunnels in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Calais center - 25.8 km.
Eurotunnel can boldly be called a historic sight. The first construction plan was developed in 1802. The heavy political interactions between the states had suspended the project for nearly 200 years so the construction began in 1988 only. The tunnel has a length of about 51000 metres but a travel time is just 20 or 35 minutes. …
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Photogallery of best places of Calais
Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Calais
Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Calais - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Calais, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Calais for families with children.