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When you arrive through the Main Entrance, continue straight on. The Salle de Musique de Chambre will be on your left-hand side. Also on level -2, but this time you’ll need to enter the Philharmonie through the Artists’ Entrance, not the Main Entrance, to get there.
- Take in The Beauty of The Gardens
- Go For A Picnic in Luxembourg Gardens
- Take A Walk Or Jog
- Visit The Apiary
- Explore Musée Du Luxembourg
- Admire The Medici Fountain
- Scout For Sculptures and Statues
- See One of The Replicas of The Statue of Liberty
- Watch A Puppet Show
- Relax by The Grand Basin
Since the Luxembourg Gardens are meticulously maintained and feature a variety of plants, flowers, and trees, you can sit on one of the iconic green chairs or the benches scattered around the park and leisurely admire the beauty of the manicured grounds, read a book, or chill by the basin. If you’re a nature enthusiast or want to explore a greater ...
Visiting the gardens on a sunny day? Then carry a blanket and picnic basket with some goodies and enjoy a picnic. You can read my ultimate guide to planning a Parisian picnicfor more tips. Do note, however, that most grassy areas in the park are off-limits so be mindful of where you sit. The areas that are off-limits are usually marked with a “keep...
Luxembourg Gardens is a beautiful place for a leisurely stroll or a brisk jog. There are several paths that wind throughout the park, so you can enjoy a peaceful walk or jog while taking in the scenery. It’s not uncommon to see Parisians jogging through the park’s wide-open spaces and tree-lined promenades.
One of the things that might surprise you about Luxembourg Gardens is the presence of the Apiary and a bee-keeping school. Constructed in 1867 by architect Gabriel Davioud, Pavillon Davioudhouses a horticulture school and a small apiary known as Rucher du Luxembourg. Pass by to see the wooden beehives and if you’re visiting Paris in the fall, be su...
Established in 1750, the Musée du Luxembourg is an art museum housed in the beautiful Luxembourg Palace within the Luxembourg Gardens. It was the first French museum to open to the general public and it started with just a mere 100 paintings with 24 being portraits of Medicis. The museum’s collection grew over the years to include an extensive coll...
La Fontaine Médicis or the Medici Fountainis one of the most monumental fountains in Paris. Built in the 17th century at the request of Marie de’ Medici, it features a grotto with a central statue of Polyphemus, the Cyclops from Greek mythology, a large basin, and trees lined beside it. The Medici Fountain also features the Medici coat of arms, whi...
Luxembourg Gardens is not only a beautiful park but also an open-air museum. With 106 sculptures scattered throughout the park, strolling through it will feel like a visit to an expansive open-air museum. You’ll find sculptures and statues about Greek and Roman mythology, including gods and goddesses, cherubs, and nymphs, and statues that celebrate...
If you didn’t know this already, Paris has its own version of the Statue of Liberty! While many are familiar with the one at Île aux Cygnes (Isle of the Swans) a Parisian artificial island in the 15th arrondissement since it’s the biggest, what many don’t know is that there are other replicas of the Statue of Liberty in Parisand one can be found in...
Can you imagine a puppet theater in a park? Well, that’s what the Theatre des Marionnettes du Jardin du Luxembourgis! In 1933, Robert Desarthis, son of a toymaker, found himself in a competition show among other puppeteers in a run to find who will conduct puppet shows in Luxembourg palace. With the help of the senates’ kids who were the judges on ...
One of the highlights of the Luxembourg Gardens in Paris is theGrand Basinlocated opposite the palace. For adults, you can just sit on one of the green chairs and watch the world go by, and if you’re traveling with little kids, you can rent small boats for them to sail around the octagonal basin. They’ll have so much fun trying to sail their boats ...
Sep 20, 2019 · To access the gardens, there are several main entrances: Place Edmond Rostand, Place André Honnorat, Rue Guynemer, or Rue de Vaugirard. All entrances to the Luxembourg Gardens and many of the paths are wheelchair-accessible. There are several handicap accessible toilets in the gardens. Service dogs are allowed.
- Courtney Traub
Our friendly guides will wait for you where musicians come in, that is, by the so-called « Entrée des artistes » (Artists' entrance), on the right-hand side of the building. If you arrive early, don't worry: a member of the Conciergerie Team at the reception desk will show you where to wait.
The Philharmonie Luxembourg, also known officially as the Grande-Duchesse Joséphine-Charlotte Concert Hall (French: Salle de concerts grande-duchesse Joséphine-Charlotte, German: Konzertsaal Großherzogin Joséphine-Charlotte), is a concert hall located in the European district in the Luxembourg City quarter of Kirchberg. Opened in 2005, it ...
- 1,500 (Grand Auditorium), 300 (Salle de Musique de Chambre)
- Christian de Portzamparc
- 26 June 2005
Prepare your venue: first visitor key information, how to get there, visit the Philharmonie, Food&Drinks, accessibility
Introduction to Luxembourg Gardens Overview of Luxembourg Gardens The Luxembourg Gardens, or Jardin du Luxembourg, is a cherished jewel in the heart of Paris. Covering 25 hectares, this public park is a haven of tranquility amidst the bustling city. The garden is renowned for its beautifully manicured lawns, vibrant flowerbeds, and an array of statues […]
