The House of Olden Times
This house’s nine exhibition halls present scenes from the 19th and 20th centuries showing visitors how our ancestors live. Detailed models portray many aspects of life such as marriage throughout history; includes a classroom from the 1940s…plus hundreds of varied artefacts from headdresses to tools, and general clothing to toys. A trip back in time for the whole family!
3 rue de la poste, Chasseneuil-du-Poitou – Tel: (+33) 5 49 55 98 63
Open from May to September, every day except Tuesday, from 2.30pm to 7.30pm; from October to April only open on Sundays from 2.30pm to 6pm 

Pierre Mendès France Museum
Discover and be entertained by the world around us: microbes, ants, water, the origins of the human race, and also of the planets! Parents and children alike will experience scientific and technical culture in a new way via countless exhibitions, animated displays and workshops for all ages. The museum has one of the finest planetariums in France where you’ll discover, the mysteries of our universe under a starry sky. Ideal for families!
1 rue de la Cathédrale, Poitiers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 50 33 08
Open from 9.30am to 6.30pm Tuesday to Friday; and from 2pm to 6.30pm Saturdays and Sundays 

‘Chez Manuel’ Museum
A museum in name only, the unique Chez Manuel houses all kinds of treasures from the past: Thai rickshaws, a fire engine, a steam engine, a helicopter, a circus wheel for dwarfs…but also smaller items such as toys, advertising signs, shoes…all in an assortment of jumbled rooms! After a visit, even the untidiest child’s bedroom will seem immaculately neat!
Avenue de Châtellerault, Migné-Auxances – Tel : (+33) 5 49 52 70 05
Open every day from 9am to noon and from 2pm to 6pm

Snake Island
Come and discover the world of snakes, iguanas, alligators, crocodiles, turtles and many different lizards! The 250 animals of Snake Island can live in their natural habitat thanks to accurate recreations of their tropical and desert habitats: including vegetation as well as prey and predators! The island has a number of animated displays and one educational film show. This experience is sure to change your outlook on our reptile friends.
Route de Montmorillon, La Trimouille – Tel: (+33) 5 49 91 23 45
Open every day from 10am to noon and from 2pm to 6pm 

Blossac Park
Covering 9 hectares, this park is the ‘green lung’ of the city of Poitiers. A walk with the family will take you from fountains to shady paths, from flowerbeds to 100-year-old trees, from classical statues to the pergola… Stop in the English garden to admire the grotto, the basin and the gazebo, then pop into the zoo and meet the geese, ducks, budgies, parrots, dwarf goats and fish. A really relaxing time for the whole family!
1, Bis rue Léopold Thézard, Poitiers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 41 39 37
Open every day from 6.45am to 9.30pm 

Monkey Valley
Roaming completely free in a natural environment, the 350 primates of Monkey Valley are waiting for you to visit: chimps, spider monkeys, baby gorillas… Go behind the scenes of this park and watch the carers looking after the animals and feeding the young, and hear about the births. You’ll be in direct contact with over 30 species!
Le Gureau, Romagne – Tel: (+33) 5 49 87 20 20
Open from March to November, every day from 10am

Futuroscope
If you’re in the region, you can’t escape Futuroscope, the theme park centred on cinema, audiovisual technology and robotics. Climb on board giant articulated robots, cross strange universes as you walk on the ceiling, dive under the seas of the world, take the Lapland Express, meet dinosaurs – intense and creative encounters for the whole family!
Jaunay Clan – Tel: (+33) 5 49 49 30 80
Open every day from February to December from 10am to 6.30pm (times vary depending on the seasons – phone for information) 

Vieux Cormenier Museum
Take your family on a guided tour back in time as you revisit the farming world of the 1900s, brought to life with exciting special effects. National and local historical events are recalled, and the museum of agricultural machinery will show you all the secrets of modern rural life.
Chez Bernardeau, Champniers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 87 32 33
Open every day from 11am to 6pm 

The Norée Caves
The stalagmites and petrified waterfalls of these caves will amaze the whole family! You’ll spend 45 minutes marvelling at the beauties of nature. You’ll hear the legend of the Princesses of Darkness, a tale that has its roots in the surrounding landscape. Plus a small challenge for the family: who’ll be the first to spot the stalagmites that look like the local cheese, the chabichou?
2 rue de l’Hermitage, Biard – Tel: (+33) 5 49 41 30 30
Open from April to October, Saturdays and Sundays, from 3pm to 6pm; and from 15th June to 15th September, every day except Monday, from 10am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 6.30pm

Les Bons Enfants
This beautiful 16th century house is now a restaurant decorated with school slates, school photos and exercise books. With a children’s menu featuring regional cuisine, the welcome is warm and the service fast.
11 bis rue cloche perse, Poitiers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 41 82 11
Open Tuesday to Sunday from noon to 2.30pm and from 7pm to 10pm 

Le Piccolino
For great family pizza feasts! A friendly atmosphere, huge selection, good portions, quick service, a children’s menu – and dessert with a surprise…
35 rue Monseigneur Angouard, Poitiers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 01 84 53
Open Tuesday to Sunday from noon to 2.30pm and from 7pm to 11.30pm 

Jasmin et Citronnelle
In a quiet cul-de-sac in the centre of Poitiers, this relaxing tea lounge offers a set midday lunch and fresh patisserie all day long. How about an ice cream on the terrace?
32 rue Gambetta, Poitiers – Tel: (+33) 5 49 41 37 26
Open from Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 6.45pm


KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels wish you an excellent stay in Poitiers.