Museum of Magic (Museum of Curiosity and Magic), Paris

This dimly lit, subterranean museum of magic offers many things to bewitch a young mind. But while it is filled with numerous interesting curios and props that track the history of magic from the 18th Century to the present (think magic wands and early Ouija boards), children will doubtless be primarily intrigued by the interactive games, optical illusions and other hands-on "magic" items that are scattered throughout the museum. In addition, a magic show, performed several times daily, is included in the price of the ticket. Don't miss it: the kids will love it – and so will you. -Barbara Diggs