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Jardin des Plantes

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Jardin des Plantes

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Jardin des Plantes
4.5
1,750
#119 of 3,274 things to do in Paris
Zoos • Gardens
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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In addition to serving as the site for the city's huge Museum of Natural History, this park is also home to a small zoo.
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: 5th Arr. - Panthéon
How to get there
  • Quai de la Rapée • 5 min walk
  • Gare d'Austerlitz • 6 min walk
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Popular mentions
4.5
1,751 reviews
Excellent
853
Very good
663
Average
146
Poor
59
Terrible
31
pj pleasants
Boston, MA58 contributions
Lovely Stroll
Jul 2021
We enjoyed walking through the gardens, seeing the wide array of plants, flowers and enjoying the afternoon.
Written July 26, 2021
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thanks for telling us. We are delighted that you enjoyed walking around the Jardin des Plantes. Goodbye !
Written July 28, 2021
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Plaas
Zutphen, The Netherlands53 contributions
Walk the Garden
Feb 2020 • Couples
What a lovely park for your Sunday morning walks. Gardens are well kept and must be beautiful in Spring and summer. We visited a wee bit early to see everything in bloom but got a good impression of the variety of plants and trees. A must visit in Paris!
Written February 25, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you very much ! Spring is just around the corner, a little more patience :)
Written February 27, 2020
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Michelle Joseph
Croissy-sur-Seine, France1,631 contributions
Interesting for any age
Feb 2020 • Family
There are so many nice museums in this area. We’ve now done several. This was one of the best in my opinion. All the animals looked so realistic. The taxidermy was just incredible. The fact that the place has a lot of interactive areas makes it interesting for everyone. They had a great display of endangered and vulnerable animals. Places to sit and enjoy the scenery plus a small cafe.
Written February 23, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thanks for your feedback. We are glad you had a good time :)
Written February 27, 2020
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia10,245 contributions
Beautiful exhibition
Jan 2020
It being winter, not at its most lush, but to make up for it they had illuminated sculptures, (similar to the ones in Hoi An, Vietnam). Wow - a lovely walk in the sun via the turtles, hermit crabs, coral reefs, plenty of seating, to enjoy the park and have lunch.

We popped out on the far side of the Jardin and came across one of the Wallace fountains I mentioned in passing - in fact the only one remaining of the mural model, (see review).
Written February 13, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thanks for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your visit :)
Written February 13, 2020
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Luisguiper
Bogota, Colombia1,016 contributions
Interesting flora
Jun 2019
Many species with explanatory labels, beautiful plants and flowers, very interesting for a specialist or fan in botanics. Nice area to relax or for exercising; actually, several people were jogging the day I was there. A small zoo found on site; I did not enter, but full entrance fee was E$13. Architecture is also part of this magnificent area: Museum of Natural History, Botanical Gallery, Gallery of Mineralogy and Geology. Public toilettes available on site.
Written February 10, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you very much for your very specific comment. We are glad you had a great time with us. See you soon :)
Written February 11, 2020
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kcanavan2010
Miami Beach, FL588 contributions
Fantastic walk and labyrinth
Jan 2020 • Solo
This great open door museum is fantastic to see different ecosystems . It is close to the natural history museum and the zoo. Highly recommended for a walk
Written January 20, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you very much for your reply. We are glad you enjoyed your ride :)
Written January 21, 2020
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alex_surfeur
San Francisco, CA49 contributions
Ocean en Voie d'Illumination exhibit is amazing
Dec 2019
We really enjoyed the Ocean en Voie d'Illumination exhibit, it is very well done, colorful, lot of different animals.

This show is a must see to me, even if it is a bit crowed, we also enjoyed the organisation and the food area and the vin chaud that help to warm us up during the cold nights.
Written January 6, 2020
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you very much ! We are very happy that you enjoyed the exhibition :)
Written January 14, 2020
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martijn s
Zutphen, The Netherlands136 contributions
Wow! What a beatifull place
Dec 2019 • Couples
Very nice, museums were closed due to strikes. Wild parrequiets... In the spring must be superb 👍👍👍👍
Written December 16, 2019
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you for this review. Due to public transport strikes, the opening time might change. Please check the jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/en home page for updated information.
Written January 2, 2020
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SNB
Southworth, WA265 contributions
Not worth 16 euro ticket unless you have small children
Dec 2019 • Couples
Visited the Jardin des Plantes at night for the Ocean en Voie d'Illumination exhibit where the creatures of the sea came alive in lights. Colorful and vibrant, this display is not worth the time as you walk thorough the garden where giant turtles, jumbo shrimp and a myriad of undersea inhabitants come to life. This is really intended for small children to enjoy. You'll have to dodge the myriad of strollers and small children as you stroll past the light displays.

Not recommended unless you have very small children.
Written December 10, 2019
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thanks for your feedback. The exhibition is for everyone. We are sorry that you did not like it.
Written December 26, 2019
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NR-Miami
Miami Beach, FL112 contributions
Visit at Night to Enjoy Ocean en Voie d'Illumination
Nov 2019
Visited the Jardin des Plantes during my time in the Latin Quarter and I enjoyed the Ocean en Voie d'Illumination exhibit where the creatures of the sea came alive in lights. Colorful and vibrant, this display is worth the time as you walk thorough the garden where giant turtles, jumbo shrimp and a myriad of undersea inhabitants come to life.
Written December 9, 2019
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Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
Thank you very much for your very positive feedback :)
Written December 26, 2019
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