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A selection of family activities in the Var: museums (Musée des comtes de Provence, Musée des Gueules Rouges, the national naval museum in Toulon), amusement parks (Funnyland Parc, Kiddy-Parc), boat trips to spot marine mammals, and zoos (Fréjus zoo, Mont Faron zoo). Ideal for planning a family camping holiday in the department.
Planning a stay at one of the cheap campsites in the Var for your next holiday and wondering how to fill your days? In this département, ideas for family outings are never in short supply. It’s easy to find one or more ways to get away from it all and share unforgettable moments with your loved ones. Below, you’ll find a selection of great tips and recommended addresses for going out and having fun with your children in the Var.
This département boasts a fairly extensive range of museums. Make the most of your stay in the area and explore plenty of interesting addresses during the holidays or at the weekend. You can visit the Musée des comtes de Provence and appreciate the riches of the Brignolais region. The Musée des Gueules Rouges offers a fun tour that lets you discover the history of mining. At the Musée national de la Marine, you’ll experience a wonderful journey through time by discovering the ships of Louis XIV and the nuclear submarines of Toulon. Between models, sculptures and paintings, you’ll gain insight into the events that have marked the history of the French Navy.
The Var is packed with theme parks to try out with the family and your children. There’s such a wide variety of fun activities that you’ll be spoiled for choice. With your little ones aged 3 to 14, you can head to Funnyland Parc. Located by the sea, this leisure area offers nearly 15 attractions and rides: from trapeze rides to slides to bumper cars. Kiddy-Parc is also a great option for a family getaway. In summer, this space opens up water games to the public, with a water slide and a paddling pool. Everyone can mix things up as they please: go-karting, a jump tower, flying chairs…
Make the most of your stay in the Var to head out to sea and discover the biodiversity of this natural environment. Indeed, it’s possible to take a boat trip departing from one of the département’s ports. This is an adventure that lets you discover cetaceans in their natural habitat. During this cruise, you’ll have the chance to see whales, dolphins, turtles and seabirds.
Zoos are an excellent way to discover a region’s wildlife. There are many such addresses in the Var. For example, you could opt for a visit to the Fréjus zoological park. In this 20-hectare space, you’ll have the chance to get to know more than 110 animal species. Don’t hesitate to visit the Mont Faron zoo as well. This big-cat breeding centre, unique in France, is located at the heart of a protected natural site. As you wander through the park’s little pathways, you’ll find the enclosures of leopards, polar bears, tigers, and more.
Planning a stay at one of the low-price campsites in the Var gives you the chance to enjoy plenty of family activities and vary your outings.
Funnyland Parc, right by the sea, offers around fifteen rides suited to children aged 3 to 14. Kiddy-Parc offers water play with a slide and paddling pool in summer.
Yes, boat trips departing from the department's harbours let you observe marine mammals, dolphins, turtles and seabirds in their natural habitat.
Fréjus zoo covers 20 hectares with more than 110 species, while Mont Faron zoo is a unique big cat breeding centre in France, set within a protected natural site.
The national naval museum in Toulon offers a journey through time via the ships of Louis XIV and nuclear submarines, through models, sculptures and paintings.
