About
The Jardin des Tuileries is a historic formal garden in the heart of Paris, stretching between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde. Its address on the Place de la Concorde places it in the 1st arrondissement, in the Île-de-France region, and it makes an easy stop for anyone already exploring the city's central museums and squares.
What a visit is like
The garden is laid out in a formal style, with straight walks, clipped lines and open lawns that run in an axis from one end to the other. Most visitors come to stroll. The paths are wide and level, so it suits a slow walk between sights, a pause on a bench, or a longer wander that takes in the length of the grounds.
Sculptures are scattered through the gardens and are part of the appeal, giving you something to look at as you go. Because the park joins two major landmarks, it works well as a link in a larger route rather than a place to visit on its own.
Planning your time
- Start at the Louvre end and walk toward the Place de la Concorde, or go the other way.
- Allow time to sit and watch the life of the park, which is popular with locals and visitors alike.
- Combine the visit with nearby museums, the riverside, and the wider streets of central Paris.
If you are in central Paris and want a relaxed, open-air walk with sculpture and classic formal design, the Jardin des Tuileries is a natural choice.
