Which gardens to visit in Paris
Paris, the City of Lights, is not only famous for its iconic monuments and exceptional historical heritage, but also for its magnificent gardens and parks, true havens of peace amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. Here is a selection of the must-see gardens to discover during your stay in Paris.
These Parisian gardens and parks offer a diversity of landscapes and activities that will delight nature lovers and history buffs alike.
Whether you're looking for tranquility, botanical discoveries, or family strolls, Paris will satisfy all your greenery cravings.
Located in the 6th arrondissement, the Luxembourg Gardens are a true gem. Created in 1612 by Marie de Medici, this French-style garden is famous for its vast lawns, flowerbeds, and numerous sculptures. It is also home to the Luxembourg Palace, seat of the Senate.
✨ Don't miss: Puppet shows, small sailboat rentals on the pond, children's play areas
📜 Fun fact: The garden is home to over 100 statues, including a replica of the Statue of Liberty!
🚗 20 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde, the Tuileries Garden is a popular strolling spot for Parisians and tourists. Designed by André Le Nôtre in 1664, this French-style garden offers magnificent views, ponds, and numerous statues.
✨ Don't miss: Playgrounds, rides, ponds with small boats
📜 Fun fact: The garden hosts a funfair every summer, a favorite with families.
🚶♂️ Stroll idea: After your stroll, visit the Musée de l'Orangerie, located at the western end of the garden.
🚗 20 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Located near the Louvre, this garden is a haven of peace surrounded by historic galleries. It is famous for its Buren columns, magnificent flowerbeds, and fountains.
✨ Not to be missed: The Buren Columns, the historic shopping galleries
📜 Fun fact: In the 18th century, the garden was a focal point of Parisian life, frequented by the greatest writers.
🚗 30 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Located in the 5th arrondissement, the Jardin des Plantes is both a botanical garden and a scientific research center. It houses the National Museum of Natural History, numerous greenhouses, themed gardens, and a zoo.
✨ Don't miss: Large greenhouses, zoo, rose garden, temporary exhibitions
📜 Fun fact: The zoo at the Jardin des Plantes is one of the oldest zoos in the world, having opened in 1794!
🚗 25 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Located in the 15th arrondissement, this park pays tribute to the famous French singer. It features themed gardens, a vineyard, an apiary, and a weekend antique book market.
Georges Brassens Park is a charming place for a family stroll.
✨ Don't miss: Vineyard, playground, puppet theater, antique book market (Saturday and Sunday)
📜 Fun fact: The wine produced on site is sold at a local festival every fall!
🚗 15 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Ideally located south of Paris in the 14th arrondissement, our Acropole Hotel offers quick access to Paris's tourist districts, making it an ideal choice for exploring the City of Lights.
Make yourself comfortable in one of our 43 spacious and cozy rooms that can accommodate up to 4 people.
In the early morning, enjoy a delicious hot and cold breakfast buffet.
Book your stay in Paris at our Acropole Hotel now!
🌳Our top 5 gardens to visit in Paris
These Parisian gardens and parks offer a diversity of landscapes and activities that will delight nature lovers and history buffs alike.
Whether you're looking for tranquility, botanical discoveries, or family strolls, Paris will satisfy all your greenery cravings.
🌷The Luxembourg Gardens
Located in the 6th arrondissement, the Luxembourg Gardens are a true gem. Created in 1612 by Marie de Medici, this French-style garden is famous for its vast lawns, flowerbeds, and numerous sculptures. It is also home to the Luxembourg Palace, seat of the Senate.
✨ Don't miss: Puppet shows, small sailboat rentals on the pond, children's play areas
📜 Fun fact: The garden is home to over 100 statues, including a replica of the Statue of Liberty!
🚗 20 minutes by public transport from the hotel
🌿The Tuileries Garden
Between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde, the Tuileries Garden is a popular strolling spot for Parisians and tourists. Designed by André Le Nôtre in 1664, this French-style garden offers magnificent views, ponds, and numerous statues.
✨ Don't miss: Playgrounds, rides, ponds with small boats
📜 Fun fact: The garden hosts a funfair every summer, a favorite with families.
🚶♂️ Stroll idea: After your stroll, visit the Musée de l'Orangerie, located at the western end of the garden.
🚗 20 minutes by public transport from the hotel
🌸 The Palais-Royal Gardens
Located near the Louvre, this garden is a haven of peace surrounded by historic galleries. It is famous for its Buren columns, magnificent flowerbeds, and fountains.
✨ Not to be missed: The Buren Columns, the historic shopping galleries
📜 Fun fact: In the 18th century, the garden was a focal point of Parisian life, frequented by the greatest writers.
🚗 30 minutes by public transport from the hotel
🌺The Jardin des Plantes
Located in the 5th arrondissement, the Jardin des Plantes is both a botanical garden and a scientific research center. It houses the National Museum of Natural History, numerous greenhouses, themed gardens, and a zoo.
✨ Don't miss: Large greenhouses, zoo, rose garden, temporary exhibitions
📜 Fun fact: The zoo at the Jardin des Plantes is one of the oldest zoos in the world, having opened in 1794!
🚗 25 minutes by public transport from the hotel
🍇Georges Brassens Park
Located in the 15th arrondissement, this park pays tribute to the famous French singer. It features themed gardens, a vineyard, an apiary, and a weekend antique book market.
Georges Brassens Park is a charming place for a family stroll.
✨ Don't miss: Vineyard, playground, puppet theater, antique book market (Saturday and Sunday)
📜 Fun fact: The wine produced on site is sold at a local festival every fall!
🚗 15 minutes by public transport from the hotel
Stay at our hotel in Paris
Ideally located south of Paris in the 14th arrondissement, our Acropole Hotel offers quick access to Paris's tourist districts, making it an ideal choice for exploring the City of Lights.
Make yourself comfortable in one of our 43 spacious and cozy rooms that can accommodate up to 4 people.
In the early morning, enjoy a delicious hot and cold breakfast buffet.
Book your stay in Paris at our Acropole Hotel now!
