Gare du Nord to Montparnasse walking tour [closed]

In August, I've got a 3.5 hour gap between arriving at Gare du Nord and my onward train from Montparnasse. I have two toddlers and would like to walk between the two stations. What are the best sights to see en route? Traditional sights are welcome, but also anything which is particularly toddler friendly.

Best Answer

Taking into account possible delays with childs walking speed and drink/food pause, here's a suggestion :

Take subway from Gare du Nord to Etienne Marcel. Although it is a lively and populous area, it's the part that I would remove from the walking path in order to have more time on other parts.
Walk to the Centre Pompidou, where depending on time of day you could see various street artist showing besides an outside view of the museum itself.
Walk to Jardin du Luxembourg, walking thru Ile de la Cité. The Jardin du Luxembourg is a large public garden, where kids might rest and go a few playgrounds.
Depending on how the kids are tired and the remaining time, either take the subway or bus from Luxembourg or walk to Montparnasse train station.

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How long Gare du Nord to Montparnasse?

The journey time between Gare de Paris-Nord and Montparnasse Bienvenue is around 21 min and covers a distance of around 6 km. Operated by Paris Metro, the Gare de Paris-Nord to Montparnasse Bienvenue service departs from Gare du Nord and arrives in Montparnasse Bienvenue.

Is it easy to get a taxi at Gare du Nord?

The Gare du Nord is a terminus with easy, flat & level access between the taxi rank, concourse & all mainline platforms, making it painless to navigate with wheeled luggage. You can find a detailed plan of the station and its facilities at www.gares-sncf.com.

Where is the taxi rank at Gare du Nord?

Taking a taxi in Paris The taxi rank at Paris Gare du Nord is near Eurostar arrivals. Head to the concourse at the front of the train then take the exit on the right where you'll see the line of taxis.

When was the Gare Montparnasse railway station built?

The station opened in 1840, was rebuilt in 1852 and relocated in 1969 to a new station just south of the original location \u2013 where subsequently the prominent Montparnasse Tower was constructed....Gare Montparnasse.Paris-MontparnasseHistoryOpened10 September 1840Passengers201854.8 million19 more rows

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