Nestled in the heart of Paris, this 17th-century park boasts stunning gardens, lively fountains, and a perfect vibe for picnicking and people-watching.
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"A park with a duck pond for sailing antique model boats and includes a crêperie and a playground." - Lauren Matison Lauren Matison Lauren Matison is a writer and editor specializing in outdoor adventure, sustainability, and family travel. She is a frequent contributor at National Geographic, Thrillist, The New York Times, Condé Nas
"A large, wheelchair-accessible garden offering beautiful sights with plenty of seating options."
"Located in the heart of the Sixth Arrondissement, the famous Jardin du Luxembourg is an inviting green oasis for Parisians and visitors alike. Come for people watching, romantic strolls, picnics, or just to admire the mash-up of English, Italian, and French landscaping influences. If you're feeling athletic, join the early-morning joggers or stake out one of the tennis and pétanque courts." - Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, Julia Eskins
"Sure, this is home to some serious business (the French Senate occupies the adjacent Luxembourg Palace and the formal gardens are some of the city's prettiest), but this giant park really shines when it comes to occupying little kids. Children can expend copious amounts of energy here, whether it's by sailing model boats in the fountains, watching shows at the puppet theatre, riding donkeys on the vintage carousel, or working the jungle gym at the large enclosed playground."
"Lily Kwong, a landscape designer, values spending time in parks such as the Jardin du Luxembourg to see how people interact with their environment."
