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Paris in Bloom: Top Gardens to Visit This Spring
The city of Paris dresses in pink for spring, as the gardens bloom with cherry trees, where fountains, ponds, arcades, and statues illustrate these poetic landscapes and soften the illustrious streets of Paris.
Jardin des Plantes
Jardin des Plantes is unquestionably one of the most beautiful gardens in Paris. Though its beauty remains all year round, there is a gentle sense of softness that blossoms between the end of March and mid-April, when the cherry trees bloom. This sweet embrace, however, is rather short, as the blossoms only last for around two weeks. To enjoy a blissful visit to Jardin des Plantes, it is recommended to go early in the morning to best admire the garden quietly, under the dim morning light.
Parc Monceau
Situated in the 8th arrondissement, Parc Monceau is an 18th-century park originally established by the Duc de Chartres. It features diverse marble statues of celebrated figures, a romantic arcade, a wide pond, and countless varieties of flowers, plants, trees, and birds. Considered one of the most romantic and elegant gardens in Paris, Parc Monceau offers a wonderful stroll amidst lush greenery.
Jardin du Luxembourg
If you wonder which garden is the most beloved by Parisians, you will likely find yourself at Jardin du Luxembourg. Its octagonal basin near the center faces the Luxembourg Palace and serves as the heart of the garden, where multi-generational gatherings create its warm atmosphere. The Medici Fountain remains one of the most emblematic symbols of Jardin du Luxembourg, surrounded by canopies of trees and carefully curated flower beds.
Jardin des Tuileries
Jardin des Tuileries is best experienced in the late afternoon, when a golden tone is beautifully reflected off the façades of the Louvre and the buildings along Rue de Rivoli, creating the perfect frame around the garden. While enjoying the inviting weather and light, take a moment to glimpse the tip of the Eiffel Tower and sit by the fountains.
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The magic of Paris is present all year round, though spring brings a tender light, as pink hues embrace the city’s gardens and soften an already poetic landscape.
Explore the 7-day Paris Digital Travel Guide to discover these and many other gardens, with suggested day-by-day itineraries, favorite hotels, Airbnbs, and restaurants. The guide also includes 30+ exact location pins, video links, an FAQ section on travel costs, and much more.