This expansive 17th-century formal garden, nestled between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, offers a serene escape with bronze statues, fountains, and vibrant seasonal markets.
"The Jardin des Tuileries is recommended as the perfect spot for a date night. It is a place where Carla Bruni-Sarkozy went for a walk with her husband at the beginning of their relationship." - Edward Barsamian
"It isn’t the sparkle of holiday lights that transforms the grounds of the Jardin des Plantes into an illuminated wonderland each night from late November, but rather the glow from hundreds of large scale lanterns in the shape of plants and animal species common to tropical forests. Put on by the National Museum of Natural History, the walk takes guests throughout the park and its menagerie to discover the biodiversity of the tropical rainforests spanning four continents with a themed exhibition that kids and families will love. Advanced booking required; runs through January 19, 2025." - Lindsey Tramuta
"This sprawling, spectacular park is the beating heart of Paris' public spaces. Standing proudly between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, and along much of the Seine's Right Bank in the 1st Arrondissement, Tuileries Garden ("Jardin des Tuileries") has a history as long and distinguished as it is impressive, from its inception as an aristocratic playground in the 16th century, to becoming a public space in the 17th century, to serving as the site of numerous French Revolution skirmishes in the 18th century. With more than 55 acres, the park offers plenty of room to stroll and lots of photo ops. Keep an eye out for Auguste Rodin's iconic "Le Baiser" ("The Kiss") on the West Terrace. If you have anywhere to go in this part of Paris, skip the taxi or the metro and walk there on foot through the Tuileries. You'll see something different every time." - Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, Julia Eskins
"Unwind in the Tuileries Before the French Revolution, this park used to be the site of the Royal Palace. Today, the garden, which separates the Louvre from Place de la Concorde, is a place where Parisians and tourists stroll amid Rodin and Maillol statues or relax alongside the many fountains after a long afternoon spent at the city's museums. Done in a formal French style, the garden features manicured rows of trees and grassy areas punctuated by gravel walkways. There are benches throughout but the green metal chairs are the most popular choice of seating; pull one around the ponds as the Parisians do and enjoy your book or a snack while taking in the view. On warm days, people gather at shady cafés around the park; during chilly months, vendors sell mulled wine. Whenever you come, though, we recommend you don't wear your finest shoes, as the gravel paths will get your kicks quite dusty. By Katie Goldstein"
"Unwind in the Tuileries Before the French Revolution, this park used to be the site of the Royal Palace. Today, the garden, which separates the Louvre from Place de la Concorde, is a place where Parisians and tourists stroll amid Rodin and Maillol statues or relax alongside the many fountains after a long afternoon spent at the city's museums. Done in a formal French style, the garden features manicured rows of trees and grassy areas punctuated by gravel walkways. There are benches throughout but the green metal chairs are the most popular choice of seating; pull one around the ponds as the Parisians do and enjoy your book or a snack while taking in the view. On warm days, people gather at shady cafés around the park; during chilly months, vendors sell mulled wine. Whenever you come, though, we recommend you don't wear your finest shoes, as the gravel paths will get your kicks quite dusty. By Katie Goldstein"
