Here are the best places in Paris to relax or read a book!
Le Jardin Shakespeare
In the Bois de Boulogne is where the Shakespeare garden is hidden. It offers a romantic setting formed by vegetation, caves and waterfalls to transport the visitor to another world, recreating the world of the famous playwright.
Le Jardin du Luxembourg
Nicknamed “the Luco” by Parisians, the Jardin du Luxembourg is a magnificent French garden. It’s ‘’the green lung’’ of the Left Bank. You can play chess, bridge, tennis or even admire the statues all around the garden. After a long morning of classes, you can simply sit down on a chair and enjoy a moment of tranquility (this garden is located a few minutes from the Panthéon).
Le Jardin des Tuileries
Nicknamed “the Luco” by Parisians, the Jardin du Luxembourg is a magnificent French garden. It’s ‘’the green lung’’ of the Left Bank. You can play chess, bridge, tennis or even admire the statues all around the garden. After a long morning of classes, you can simply sit down on a chair and enjoy a moment of tranquility (this garden is located a few minutes from the Panthéon).
Le Parc Monceau
A park which is both family-friendly and romantic, Parc Monceau is the perfect place for a picnic with friends. It was in this park that the first parachute jump in history took place!
Parc Monceau is also a true source of inspiration for many artists, including Monet, who chose it for some of his works.
Le Parc Montsouris
A large green area in the south of the city that is not very well known to tourists, or even to Parisians. This park is famous for its large lake!
L’Esplanade des Invalides
Between the Alexandre III bridge and the Hôtel des Invalides, this large open esplanade bordered by a mall of lime trees offers magnificent views of some of the most beautiful monuments in Paris.
The steps of Sacré Coeur
How about a bit of altitude? Located in Montmartre, the Sacré Coeur steps are the perfect place to soak up the sun around an improvised picnic with a panoramic view of the city.
The Terrace of Galeries Lafayette
On the 7th floor of the Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann is a very large terrace which offers you a magnificent view over all of Paris. In addition, access to this terrace is free. A perfect place for students!
The narrowest street in Paris
The rue du Chat qui Pêche, is located in the Latin Quarter! The perfect place to eat a delicious Greek Pita or a good Turkish Kebab, do not hesitate to discover this small alley like the ones found in Milan!