Luxembourg Gardens was a lovely respite after dealing with crowds of tourists at the Louve. It was fun watching the kids sail the little boats on the pond.

We enjoyed a quiet walk through the gardens in a light drizzle then had drinks on the terrace at the nearby Deux Magots bar. What a llife!

I loved going for a walk through the Gardens, even when the weather wasn't up to scratch. There s just something so immaculate and pristine about the place, it creates a sense of calm in a bustling city. You can always escape the weather in one of the museums or cafes very closeby!

Though a bit out of the way, the Luxembourg Gardens are definitely the best in Paris. I loved how statues were dotted around the area, and that it was big but not so much so that you are put off to explore it all. I was looking in particular for the original Statue of Liberty, and enjoyed hunting for it... More

The Luxembourg Gardens date to the time of the Medicis in pre-revolutionary Paris although many of the sculptures are 19thC. Still, the highlight for me is the octagonal pool where children sail toy boats. These are very traditional, not remote controlled. They run from side to side to push the boats with sticks. There is a lot of seating around... More

this is one of our favorite places for lunch. Midway between Louvre and Concorde, there are two outdoor cafes which look like they are in a French painting. And the food is inexpensive (for Paris) and delicious! Sit in the lovely gardens, people-watch, and pretend you're part of the royal court.

What can you say that hasn't already been said for this gen of Paris. Old surly men playing petanque, young children laughing and screaming, lovers kissing in the summer shade, and bees flowing from the 19th century hives. Yes, Paris has it's own little Eden, and it's called Jardin Luxembourg.

Enjoyed a lovely afternoon strolling this beautiful garden and watching young French children playing with toy boats in the pond there. Found a good inexpensive creperie, La Bolee, a short walk away.

I love to come here in the evenings, which can mean quite late, and stroll around or sit by the pond and watch the world go by. The beautiful trees and flowers, statues and walkways are an oasis in the city, and seeing magnificent buildings in the background only adds to the ambiance. Mornings have a different vibe, as joggers... More