With blooming blossoms, pleasant weather, and fewer crowds, spring is one of the best times to visit Paris. Check out these gorgeous Parisian gardens and greenspaces for your next springtime holiday in Paris!
Luxembourg Gardens
Nestled in the heart of Paris, Luxembourg Gardens is one of this city's most renowned green spaces, so it's a must-visit any time of the year. However, it's most beautiful in the spring, showcasing lush pathways, lawns, and a small pond in the center. During this time of the year, you'll see multicolored flowers blooming in the English and French-style plots. You can also check out the concerts showcased at the music kiosk!
The Garden of Plants
This massive botanical garden has several gardens and greenhouses, with hundreds of vegetable species popping up in March. At the on-site menagerie, you can see several different bird species, felines, and primates—this is the second-oldest zoo in the world!
Monet's Garden in Giverny
Monet settled in Giverny towards the end of the 19th century, where he painted his iconic water lilies growing in the pond. Today, you can visit this site, which is blooming with white water lilies and other gorgeous flowers. Cross the Japanese bridge that crosses the peaceful lily-covered pond and enjoy the explosion of blue, green, orange, yellow, and pink.
Gardens at the Château de Versailles
The Gardens at the Château de Versailles boast over 350,000 trees, millions of flowers, and 2,000 basins, so they are a must-visit during the warmer months. Walk or relax in one of the many green spaces or explore the many marble relics, statues, and vases. During the spring, you can also enjoy the Grandes Eaux Musicales—a musical performance showcasing the fountains and live performers.
Tuileries Garden
Located between the Louvre Museum and Place de la Concorde, this park is ideal for exploring in between sightseeing. This has been a public park since the French Revolution, and today, it's home to numerous sculptures, flower gardens, and basins. Enjoy a picnic in the shade before visiting the Louvre or Orangerie!
Monceau Park
Monceau Park is one of the most romantic places in Paris, surrounded by luxurious buildings and massive mansions. While this isn't a very large park, it is home to several statues, gorgeous trees, and many bird species. Enter through the gold-embellished wrought-iron gates and stroll around the pond while admiring the Renaissance archways. This is a great spot to feel like a local!
Champs-de-Mars
The Champs de Mars garden is one of the best places to picnic while enjoying a gorgeous view of the Eiffel Tower. This sizable rectangular park features playgrounds, sparkling basins, manicured grass, and pathways lined with blooming trees and flowers. During the spring, you'll often come across live concerts and music within this park.
Jardin des Plantes
Jardin des Plantes was established in 1640 and was originally a spot for the King of France's doctor to grow medicinal plants and herbs. Today, this garden comes alive in the spring, with blooming cherry blossoms and even a rose garden featuring over 170 types of European roses.
Final thoughts
While there's never a bad time to visit Paris, the best time to visit is definitely during the spring. As you explore beautiful gardens and leafy neighborhoods, don't forget to pack a picnic blanket so you can lie down and stay awhile!
