There are much more locals than tourists here. The park (opened in 1867) is really beautiful but it…read moreis less popular among visitors comparing to top Paris attractions. This is exactly why it's worth a visit - add something a bit different to your Paris trip. Landscape design is outstanding - you will find an artificial lake, a grotto and waterfalls. One of the two bridges was designed by Gustave Eiffel. The park is hilly and you can enjoy amazing views of Paris from different points. One of the highest points is Temple de la Sibylle (50m above the lake). You can see Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre from here. This place is great for running - you can do flat circles around the lake or hilly runs everywhere, there are some 8 kilometers of roads and paths. One of the three restaurants, Rosa Bonheur, is really popular, it may take an hour of waiting to get in on weekends. You can find 5 areas with free Wi-Fi in the park. Post to yelp from here and don't forget to FUC (funny/useful/cool) this review :) P.S. There's a renovation going on in the park from 2013 till 2016, some areas may be closed (Temple de la Sibylle is closed at the time of writing).

Each time I go to France, I love exploring different regions and neighborhood. This time, we…read morerented a beautiful 2 bedroom apartment in the Bellville area. Exploring the area, I found this gem of a Parc. I love exploring where the locals go for relaxation and where they eat. After a tasty meal nearby, my friend Mats flew in from London and we explored this lovely park. We mostly stayed under the tree lined paths because it was a hot day. For a park, we were here on a Wednesday around 2pm, lots of people looking like they are having a siesta or a break from work. Everyone seemed friendly, kept to themselves. The park is rich with different plants, trees and flowers. We hiked up to the highest point, from here you have an observation look out on the rooftops of Paris and a gorgeous view of Sacre Coeur. On the way to the top, you get to cross a bridge and below is a little lake. Some parts are rather steep, go at your own pace and bring a bottled water on a hot day and a plus if you wear a hat. Every turn you go into this park had something appealing. If you look at my images, there is also a cave. During raining season, the cave has a waterfall in it, it's very pretty. Plenty of grass room to have a picnic, take a nap or read a book. If you opt for something else, lots of park benches that faces the lake. A wonderful oasis in the heart of Paris. Everyone is welcome here, singles, couples, children, dogs...

An absolutely lovely public park created in the 1600s in the 6th municipality…read more It's huge, just over 60 acres of lush green, water, fountains, sculptures, park benches, vegetation (floral, etc.) and more. There's an orchard, tons of trees, flowerbeds, and so on. A wonderful place to spend a relaxing afternoon having lunch and watching the activity around you. Tranquil and inviting.

The garden was so beautiful and vast. As we wandered through it and exited it for a short detour, I…read moredidn't even realize that the park we entered back into was the same park. It was THAT big. At one side of the park, there were tennis courts that were filled with plenty of people walking about during the middle of a work day. And there were sand pits too with little kiddos running around. And as you continue walking, there was a palace looking structure with a fountain out front. It was a beautiful sight to behold. The shrubbery and flowers in the area were so pretty even in the fall. There were chairs aplenty so taking a moment to enjoy the scenery was such a Parisian thing to do. Walking throughout the park, there were interesting statues everywhere. We even stumbled upon a miniature Statute of Liberty that was gifted from the United States to France. If you have some time, take a quick walk through the garden. It's really pretty and clean.

My wife and I first discovered Jardin Villemin on on first morning is Pais…read more We love seeing the neighbors, the merchants, the children playing, the flowers and the ball courts & players. On our first visit, we accidentally stood on some grass for a photo, but were gently told by the park attendents that we were not supposed to. Once these graciouus ladies realized we were from outside of France, they permitted my wife stand on the grass for our first photo is Paris. What a Joy!!!

A little run down, but with its street art and Eiffel Tower views, it's a gem. There's plenty of…read moretrails and places to sit.

A lovely park where my family and I stopped for our first picnic on our first day in Paris. This…read morepark was within walking distance of our home and there were tons of grocery stores before the park so we could buy our food beforehand. From the top balcony you get a very nice view of Paris and there's even a little information plaque that tells you what you're looking at in the distance.

This park and surrounding buildings make feel like you have traveled back to the 17th century…read more Place des Vosges is one of the oldest gardens and public squares in Paris. Originally called Place Royale, it is located in the Marais. The large park and garden is surrounded by elegant buildings erected in 1605. They were once home to Catherine de Medici and Victor Hugo. Today the park is still beautiful and open to the public. It was a great spot to enjoy my pain au chocolate one morning. The buildings now house a couple of 5 star hotels. Wouldn't you wake up like royalty staying here ? There also several art galleries, restaurants and cafés along the ground level with gorgeous interiors and fabulous outdoor dining under the porticos. My favorite shopping spot is in the north west corner- Juliette Has A Gun. I packed a more affordable hotel a couple of blocks away, but passed through here daily. Grabbing breakfast or snacks as heading to other parts of Paris.

Unless you're a Parisian, it's not the most famous city square in the world, but it's been around…read moresince 1612 as Paris' oldest planned square and remains undoubtedly one of the most aesthetically pleasing plazas I've ever visited. What's more, the four identical stone fountains and the uniform architectural style of red brick and stone lend a graceful elegance that feels like how you envision Paris. Jamie W and I were staying nearby in the upper part of Le Marais, so we ended up here several times during our vacation. While there are plenty of benches, sitting on the manicured grass appeared de rigeur. Besides which, the lure of Carette beckons on the northern side of the square. Their undeniably delicious hot chocolate and pastries perfectly complement this cherished public space. RELATED - Exploring Paris? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/TDhdgjoONI

Is it strange that I'm reviewing a park? Nevermind. Jardin…read moreAnne Frank is hidden away - you have to go in a cul-de-sac to find it. Need a clue? Follow the signs to the doll museum ("Musée de la poupée"). I have never been there mind you, dolls are way too scary. Lots of benches, a lovely alleyway under am arbour (is that the right word? some kind of metal or wooden structure that covers the alley and has lovely flowers/plants on it), and a little vegetable patch in the back. You can barely hear the noises from the very busy main street, even though you're literally a stone's throw away form Beaubourg. I think they do tours because I saw a bunch of tourists listening to a guide last time I went there (see how good I am at figuring out clues?). Which might be good if you want to actually know more about this history of this lovely garden, because the only thing I can tell you as that its name comes from its chestnut tree. Apparently, it grew from a graft from the one Anne Frank used to see from her window.

Good spot if you want to jog or cycle for a long distance or just get from A to B…read more Summertime is quite beautiful in Paris and while this parc is more like a track still ok for some spontaneous exercise or a regular running track.

From the owner: Promenades au fil de l'eau Le Parc de la Bergère implanté sur la commune de Bobigny longe le canal…read morede l'Ourcq ce qui promet au promeneur de belles promenades au bord de l'eau. Il couvre une surface de vingt trois hectares et donne ainsi lieu à des ballades à pied ou à vélo. Pour les plus sportifs, un parcours sportif jalonne la parc qui met également à la disposition du public des aires de jeux et des caniparcs.

While missing the pomp, circumstance and crowds of Place de Vosges, Square du Temple is the perfect…read morepiece of urban green space for me. Located on Bretagne amidst shops, pretty homes and cafes, the small (!) slice of greenery offers a peaceful respite in the middle of a big city with one single, dramatic piece: a waterfall. There's a waterfall in the middle of Le Marais and it's incredible. How anyone could not get lost in the peace & quiet of the running water is beyond me. The waterfall empties into a still pool that's surrounded by vibrant flowers, a jungle gym for the little ones, a good amount of park benches, and a running trail. With powerful trees of impressive age (either the park's been here for a long time or the planners built around the trees), Square du Temple invites you in not from its opulence but with its honesty. While I walked around, sat and contemplated life, I saw a couple of handfuls of visitors. Some ran. Some walked hand in hand. A mother tended to her rambunctious boy. These were the scenes from Paris I was hopeful to take in during my visit. I had no idea they would occur in such a small setting... but I am so grateful they did. This park is worth your time, your peace and your quiet.

From the owner: Louis XVI et Marie Antoinette y vécurent leur captivité Ce petit jardin occupe l'emplacement de…read morel'enclos des Templiers, qui fut transformé en prison d'état sous la Révolution. Aujourd'hui, le Square du Temple est caractéristique du Second Empire par les éléments qui le composent: une pièce d'eau artificielle, une grille dessinée par Davioud, un kiosque à musique et un chalet de nécessité, sans oublier la statue en pierre du poète et chansonnier Béranger.

Worth dropping by if you're in the neighborhood, but the place is mainly fenced off and it's…read moreinteresting just because it's only vineyard left in this neighborhood and it has an interesting history. That said, it's a beautiful little place. You can get closer to it through the Montmartre museum which is adjacent.

It's coming up... that huge October party for the harvest fête! Rue Lamarck is gonna get plugged up…read morequite soon, and all for good reason. Merci beau coup, monsieur Francisque Poulbot, mister illustrator who helped to save the vineyards from being sold to developers in the 1930's. There remains only 2 vineyards in Paris city, and how lucky for me that I was able to walk right by them, during a wonderful sunrise morning. Not open to the public, these vines yield an approximate 500 bottles of red Clos Montmartre wine, whose bottles are then decked out by local artistes! aint that just too cool? PS. if possible, walk south along Rue des Saules (see the murals, Lapin Agile, the vines, St vincent cimetiere, etc), then turn left onto Norvins or Saint-Rustique (as I did) to get to Place du Tertre and Sacre Coeur.