Paris parks: the most famous green spaces and some secret gems

From the perfectly manicured Jardin du Luxembourg to the botanical majesty of Jardin des Plantes, Paris is brimming with green spaces and floral fragrances. Discover where to picnic in Paris with the best parks in Paris, France, during your Originals Hotels stay.
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Where to have a picnic in Paris and get picture-postcard views

You can take your pick of green spaces in Paris. Jardin du Luxembourg is one of the best parks in Paris. Founded in the 17th century as the ornate grounds of its Louis XIII-style palace, it’s beloved for its ornate English gardens, sculptures and pond. At Hotel Lecourbe, you’re a scenic 25-minute stroll from the park with mouth-watering boulangeries and fromageries en-route. Cosy and practical, the hotel is also within reach of another of Paris' most-visited parks, the Eiffel Tower-flanked Champ de Mars.

Further along the left bank beside the Seine, Jardin des Plantes is among the most beautiful parks in Paris, France. The tropical greenhouses are home to 24 hectares of botanical gardens and transport you to sizzling climates. For the “classic” Parisian aesthetic, you can't beat Jardin des Tuileries and the Monet-filled Musée de l'Orangerie. Enjoy the ambience from one of the benches overlooking the ponds.

Hidden gems and photogenic parks off the tourist trail

The 19th arrondissement-set Parc des Buttes-Chaumont provides waterfalls, slopes and grottoes. Thanks to stunning city views and frolicking wildlife, it's a local favourite. Connections to the park are swift from Hotel Parisiana, a welcoming hotel with tasteful interiors and classic breakfasts. Alternatively, the elegant Hôtel Paix République provides stylish 19th-century interiors of marble and wood to match its Grands Boulevards setting. The nearby Square Maurice Gardette is a tranquil hidden gem.

Heading southeast, Bois de Vincennes is Paris’ largest park at 955 hectares and was once used as royal hunting grounds. This is the spot for adventurous kayaking in soothing, landscaped surroundings. It’s a versatile park with over 1,500 different plant species to admire. The well-set Le Monde provides a modern Scandi-inspired stay 3 km from Bois de Vincennes. Unwind in the hotel's stylish bar in a former printing works.

From the best park in Paris for a picnic to the most romantic setting for a sunset kiss, the City of Light provides plenty of outdoor escapades. Book an Originals Hotel and explore Paris’ best green spaces for a memorable city break.