Water park Paris: the best addresses for summer 2026 (and why book now)

Every year, it’s the same story: we wait until the first warm days to think about water outings, only to find ourselves searching for tickets at the last minute on a July weekend that’s already sold out. In 2026, there’s no need to repeat the mistake. The best slots are taken as early as spring, and prices climb as the weeks go by. The right strategy? Plan ahead and use a specialized platform like Funbooker to consult the water park offer in Paris and the surrounding area, and book your tickets. The advantage? Prices are the same as direct booking, and cancellations are free!

Why book your Paris water park now?

The Île-de-France region is home to millions of people, all of whom share the same reflex during heatwaves: to flee to the water. As a result, weekends in July and August at Paris’s major water parks are sold out weeks in advance. Aquaboulevard limits its admissions, the Aqualagon in Marne-la-Vallée sees its day tickets fly out the door as soon as summer bookings open, and the Ile-de-France leisure islands welcome thousands of visitors every sunny Saturday.

Booking now also means choosing the most advantageous date, time slot and rate before the pressure of summer pushes up prices or forces you to fall back on a plan B.

Must-see water parks around Paris in 2026

Aquaboulevard: book early to avoid queuing

An institution in the 15th arrondissement for over thirty years, Aquaboulevard remains the absolute benchmark for water parks in Paris intramuros. Waves, waterfalls, Jacuzzis, eleven giant slides and 4,000 m² of fine sand: the offer is complete, and available all year round thanks to its indoor/outdoor configuration. In summer, however, the days quickly reach their capacity limit, so it’s best to reserve your date several weeks in advance. From €22, free for children under 3.

Address: 4 rue Louis Armand, 75015 Paris

Aqualagon (Villages Nature Paris): day tickets go on sale in just a few days

Just 35 minutes from Paris, Aqualagon is the region’s big aquatic surprise. This 9,000 m² park, one of the largest in Europe, features an outdoor lagoon heated to 30°C all year round, a wave pool, seven slides including the Crater (30 km/h), and a balneotherapy area with hammam, sauna and jacuzzi under a 7,000 m² glass pyramid. The water is treated with 90% less chlorine: ideal for sensitive skin and children. July weekends are the first to go – families who plan ahead in April or May are often the best off. From €35.

Address: Route de Villeneuve, 77700 Bailly-Romainvilliers

Île de Loisirs du Port-aux-Cerises (Draveil): a classic of the Ile-de-France summer season

In Essonne, just forty minutes from Paris, the Île de Loisirs de Draveil is a sure bet for a family day out. With a 1,650 m² wave pool, giant slides, paddling pool, solarium and beach sports, the program is generous. The site is very busy in high season, and sunny weekends here resemble a summer migration. We strongly advise you to plan your visit during the week or book in advance.

Address: Chemin des Mousseaux, Rue du Port aux Cerises, 91210 Draveil

L’Île de Loisirs de Créteil: the accessible option just a stone’s throw from Paris

62 hectares of greenery, a 40-hectare lake, a 1,300 m² wave pool and a 70-meter waterslide, all from €7.50. Créteil is undoubtedly the most affordable and accessible option of the selection, just a few RER stations from Paris. Kayaking, sailing and water sports complete a day out that can easily be scheduled at the last minute… provided you don’t aim for a scorching Saturday.

Address: 9 rue Jean Gabin, 94000 Créteil

Aquajump 95 in Cergy: the inflatable spot that’s a hit every summer

On the Île de Loisirs in Cergy, Aquajump 95 offers a 2,500 m² inflatable park directly on the water. Pyramids, climbing walls, slides, a human catapult: this is the place to be for groups of friends and adrenaline-seeking teenagers. July and August are very busy, and the most popular slots on Saturday mornings and Wednesday afternoons are quickly booked up. Prices start at €7.

Address: 1 Rue des Étangs, 95000 Cergy

Aquapark Vaires-Torcy: an unmissable attraction in eastern Paris

Open only in high season, the Aquapark at Vaires-Torcy is one of the most affordable entry points in the region (from €4.10). Inflatable course, slides, giant swing and access to the beach: a simple and effective formula, particularly popular with families from Seine-et-Marne and Val-de-Marne. As its opening is limited in time, the early season dates are often the quietest and therefore the most pleasant.

Address: Route de Lagny, 77200 Torcy

Before you leave

Book on weekdays rather than weekends. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays are systematically less busy. For an optimal experience and reduced queues, this is the best time to visit.

Check authorized outfits. In France, swimsuits such as Bermuda shorts or board shorts are forbidden in most pools – only tight-fitting swimsuits are accepted. It’s best to know this before you arrive at the entrance.

Bring what you need for the children. Sunscreen, armbands or life jacket (often required for under-5s), hat, snack. Some parks prohibit bringing food into swimming areas, but have picnic areas outside.

Arrive early. Water parks in Paris generally open between 8 and 10 am. Arriving at opening time means taking advantage of the best hours before the mid-day rush.

Summer 2026 will be hot, literally and figuratively. The best water days around Paris are being played out now, before the ideal slots disappear. Not waiting is the only real strategy.