Jardin du Luxembourg
Luxembourg Gardens
"The crown jewel of Left Bank parks, featuring French formal gardens, a palace, and the iconic green metal chairs."
Logistics
Free
Vibe
Stately and Relaxed
Duration
2 hours
Best For
Picnics
The Backstory
Created in 1612 by Marie de' Medici, widow of King Henry IV, to remind her of her native Florence and its Pitti Palace.
Local Secret
"Locals know that the 'Medici Fountain' (Fontaine Médicis) is the most romantic, shaded spot in the park for reading or a date."