Where to see Santa Claus in Paris?

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Updated on 22/12/2025

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Enchanted forests, glittering markets, musical shows, panoramic tours, creative museums… In Paris, Santa Claus is hiding everywhere!

In his chalet in the Enchanted Forest at City Hall

This year, the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville (Paris Centre) is transformed into a promenade, with snow-covered fir trees, decorated walkways and magical illuminations. At the heart of this enchanted forest, Santa Claus will be on hand regularly to greet children, strike a pose and listen to the most ambitious lists. It's one of the capital's warmest and most accessible spots, perfect for a winter stroll that ends in a "Ho, ho, ho".
City Hall Enchanted Forest
Where? 29, rue de Rivoli (Paris Centre)
When? Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, from 3 pm to 9 pm; and every day during school vacations until December 24.

On a Christmas market

La Maison du Père Noël (17th arrondissement) opens its doors to welcome children in a magical setting. Here, young and old alike can immortalize this magical moment with a photo and enjoy a unique encounter with the old man in red. Here's wishing you well!
Santa's House
Where: Place Richard-Baret (17th)
When? Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays until December 21

At the Palace of Versailles

For the festive season, the Château de Versailles (Yvelines) is transformed into a showcase where the magic of Christmas blends with monarchic splendor. With Le Parcours du roi, visitors plunge into the world of Marie-Antoinette, from the Salon d'Hercule to the Queen's bedroom, via the Hall of Mirrors illuminated by fireworks. Musicians, dancers, singers, fencers and actors accompany this enchanting stroll, all the way to the Galerie des Batailles, where a very special guest awaits innocent minds: a… baroque Santa Claus.
At the Palace of Versailles
Where? In the Hall of Mirrors at the Château de Versailles (Yvelines)
When? December 13 to January 3

On a theater stage

At the heart of the À la Folie Théâtre (11th arrondissement), mini Parisians will applaud a musical Christmas tale filled with humor and tenderness, where Santa Claus has a cold! It's impossible for him to get out of bed and prepare the presents: disaster is imminent for the festive season. Fortunately, Mrs. Claus and Gus the elf are on the case.
À la Folie Théâtre
Where? 6, rue de la Folie-Méricourt (11th arrondissement)
When? Until January 4th

On a borough tour

The 16th arrondissement is decked out in a thousand lights for December! This year, Santa Claus will park his sleigh in several neighborhoods, offering residents unique moments: souvenir photos, magical mailboxes, sweet treats and musical entertainment. A tour that will make children's eyes shine.
In the 16th arrondissement
Where? 71, avenue Henri-Martin (16th district)
When? December 6 to 14

At the Montparnasse Tower

From the top of the Observatoire Paris Montparnasse (15th arrondissement), we'll climb to the roof of Paris for a summit meeting! Santa Claus will welcome us in a setting bathed in lights, perfect for immortalizing the moment with a souvenir photo.
And for those who like to dream bigger, the magic will be spread out all along the route: selfies with the Eiffel Tower (7th) in the background, wishes written on cards, and little treats to savor with your eyes in the Parisian sky. A moment of poetry!
Paris Montparnasse Observatory
Where? 33, avenue du Maine (15e) > entrance to the tour is on rue de l'Arrivée
When? Weekends of December 6-7, 14, 17 and 20-21, from 12 am to 4 pm

At Denmark House

From December 5 to 23, the Maison du Danemark (8th arrondissement) is offering a "Danish-style" Christmas to fill us with wonder. Between creative workshops on the 7ᵉ floor, a treasure hunt inspired by Andersen fairy tales and an ephemeral boutique showcasing Danish design and gastronomy, there's plenty to spend an enchanting moment. Santa Claus will be stopping off at this address to meet the children.
Denmark House
Where? 142, avenue des Champs-Élysées (8th district)
When? Every Friday, 2 pm to 6 pm, and weekends, 11 am to 6 pm

At the Musée de La Poste

On Sunday December 14, the Musée de La Poste (15th arrondissement) will open its doors for a magical afternoon. On the program: a guided tour of Nino le petit facteur et le Chapeau magique, the show Gribouille et la Lettre du Père Noël, a workshop to write a letter to Santa and another to make Christmas decorations. Santa will spend most of the day in the school hall.
La Poste Museum
Where? 34, boulevard de Vaugirard (15th arrondissement)
When? December 14 only, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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