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Gardens of the Observatory of Paris, Faubourg Saint-Jacques
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Gardens of the Observatory of Paris

  • 3.9341 reviews
  • Free
  • Closed now

Tucked beside the Paris Observatory, these landscaped gardens offer a tranquil, historic escape framed by scientific monuments and mature trees. Visitors come for peaceful strolls, well-kept beds, and close-up views of sundials, statues and the observatory’s architecture—ideal for photography, study breaks, or quiet reflection. Expect gentle paths, benches, and seasonal blooms rather than commercial amenities.

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When is Gardens of the Observatory of Paris open?

Mon–Fri 3–6:30 PM; Sat–Sun closed.

When is the best time to visit Gardens of the Observatory of Paris?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Gardens of the Observatory of Paris indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Gardens of the Observatory of Paris?

98 Bd Arago,75014 Paris,France.

Right now · 9:00 pm

Why it fits right now

Closed right now.

Opens tomorrow 3 pm.

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Hours

Closed now
monday
3–6:30 PM
tuesday
3–6:30 PM
wednesday
3–6:30 PM
thursday
3–6:30 PM
friday
3–6:30 PM
saturday
Closed
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Closed

Where and how

  1. 1 Gardens of the Observatory of Paris
  2. 2 Lion of Belfort · 5 min
  3. 3 Catacombs of Paris · 5 min
  4. 4 Georges-Lamarque Square · 7 min
  5. 5 La Rotonde · 16 min
98 Bd Arago, 75014 Paris, France(opens the map)DirectionsTo Faubourg Saint-JacquesCall+33153906714Websiteparis.fr

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

3.9from 341 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Nature walks
  • Gardens
  • Historic landmarks
  • Scenic views

The feel

  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Couples
  • Solo friendly

Around Faubourg Saint-Jacques

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

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  • JacketThe whole time