GREEN SPACES

HOME TO SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GARDENS IN THE WORLD, PARIS OFFERS A W EALTH OF MAGNIFICENT GARDENS AND VERDANT ESCAPES.

R E GA L As the second largest park in Paris, the verdant Luxembourg Gardens spans 23 hectares in Paris’s 6th district. Home to the French Senate which is housed in the Luxembourg Palace, the extensive gardens boast manicured lawns, children’s playgrounds, outdoor concerts and cafes. You’ll nd local Parisians enjoying a leisurely stroll, reading the newspaper, and playing ercely competitive games of pétanque.

Luxembourg Gardens, 75006 Paris

E XQU ISIT E e Jardin des Tuileries is one of Paris’s most famous parks, spanning from the Louvre Museum to Place de la Concorde. Decorated with hundreds of metal chairs, the fountains o er a tranquil haven on sunny days, while the sculpture-lined pathways have o ered a popular promenade spot since the park opened in 1667. Enjoy a ride on the scenic ferris wheel which o ers spectacular panoramic views of the rooftops of Paris.

Tuileries Garden, 75001 Paris

TRA NQU I L Established in 1778 by Phillippe d’Orléans, Duke of Chartres (who was a cousin of King Louis XVI), this verdant park is a haven of tranquility in the upscale 8th district. Designed in an “English” style, which is unusual in France, the park features an informal layout with curved walkways and randomly placed statues. Popular with Parisians, this is where you’ll nd locals enjoying a summer picnic or a leisurely stroll.

Parc Monceau, 75008 Paris

4. Jardin des Plantes

BOTA N ICA L As the most important botanical garden in France with over 4,500 plant species, this 28-hectare garden is a verdant oasis in Paris’s 5th district. e grounds of the Jardin des Plantes includes four galleries of the Muséum: the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution, the Mineralogy Museum, the Paleontology Museum and the Entomology Museum. ere is also a small zoo, founded in 1795 by Bernardin de Saint-Pierre. 57 rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris | jardindesplantes.net

Nee D To K N Ow

Closing Tim es: Many of the major gardens in Paris’s city center tend to close their gates at sunset.

Wi F i: The local government in Paris had made WiFi publicly available in parks and gardens in central Paris, helping you to stay connected while you’re visiting the city.

5. Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

C H I LLE D Occupying almost 25 hectares in Paris’s 19th district, the Parc des ButtesChaumont was established in 1867 under the regime of Napoleon III. As the fth largest park in Paris, the garden was designed by Jean-Charles Alphand, the creator of Napoleon III’s major gardens. Enjoy a leisurely summer picnic, a walk or a game of football, or join the hipster crowd for drinks at the animated Rosa Bonheur bar. Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 75019 Paris

6. Le Jardin du Palais-Royal

H IDD EN Built in 1628 as the former private residence of Cardinal Richelieu and situated across from the Louvre, the exquisite gardens of the Palais-Royal are an oasis of calm in the heart of Paris. e picturesque garden is decorated with beautiful fountains, sculptures and manicured gardens, and you’ll also nd galleries, boutiques, cafes and a celebrated theater. e eye-catching columns of artist Daniel Buren were established in 1986 in the palace’s courtyard and are well worth a visit.

Le Palais-Royal, 75001 Paris

7. Parc du Champs-de-Mars

E IFF EL TOWE R e Parc du Champ-de-Mars boasts a breathtaking setting beneath the Ei el Tower. Established in the 17th century, Parisians and tourists gather on its lawns to enjoy picnics and to watch the Ei el Tower’s twinkling lights at nightfall. Visitors can also discover the Wall For Peace in front of the École Militaire, built in March 2000.

2 allée Adrienne Lecouvreur, 75007 Paris

8. Bois de Bologne

P E AC E F UL You’ll nd open tree-lined walkways, 15 kilometers of cycling paths, 28 kilometers of horse-riding trails and expansive sports elds at this peaceful garden located in Paris’s upscale 16th district. Boasting a wide variety of tree species including oak, cedars, plane trees and ginkgo-bilobas, the garden is also home to the Jardin d’Acclimatation, a zoo and botanical garden dating back to 1860. Enjoy a leisurely, romantic paddle on the lake in canoes that can be rented by the hour.

Bois de Bologne, 75016 Paris