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Family Visit: European Parliament Strasbourg

Explore the hemicycle and democratic process with your children in the heart of Strasbourg.

The European Parliament Visitor Experience offers a unique insight into the heart of European democracy. Use this guide to prepare for your family visit and ensure you have all the necessary information for a comfortable experience with children. Please verify the latest entry requirements and visitor guidelines via official sources before your trip.

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Family visits to the European Parliament Strasbourg Visitor Experience

An all-ages interactive introduction to European lawmaking in all 24 official EU languages.

The European Parliament Strasbourg Visitor Experience offers an interactive introduction to the workings of the European Union. Designed for visitors aged six to seventeen, the route features multimedia stations that explore parliamentary processes and the daily impact of EU legislation. Families follow the standard visitor path, which includes learning about the role of Simone Veil and visiting the seasonal panoramic terrace. Children under the age of fourteen must be accompanied by an adult during the visit.

Recommended age: Ages 6–17

Family highlights

24-language multimedia
European lawmaking
Simone Veil
Seasonal panoramic terrace

Family visit essentials

Useful expectations and practical guidance in one place

What children can see and do

Self-guided interactive exhibits and, depending on the calendar, access to parliamentary visitor areas. Expect the family experience to use the same visitor route as the general visit unless the current programme advertises a separate workshop or guided session.

Age guidance

All ages are accepted; under-14s must be accompanied by an adult.

Practical information

Every visitor needs physical accepted ID and passes airport-style security. Useful confirmed facilities include Accessible visitor offer; consult the amenity details for limitations and exact access. Confirm the current session or activity at arrival even when general admission is free.

Family Visits to the European Parliament

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The European Parliament Strasbourg Visitor Experience offers interactive opportunities for families to explore how the institution shapes daily life. Visitors can engage with the multilingual Parlamentarium Simone Veil, which provides a comprehensive look at the parliamentary process through a self-guided experience lasting between 60 and 120 minutes.

Interactive experience

Parlamentarium Simone Veil

60–120 minFree

A multilingual interactive family visit explaining European Parliament and its effect on daily life.

Age guidance: All ages can visit; visitors under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Practical information: Check the linked official page for the current schedule, capacity and arrival requirement.

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