Parc Monceau
Parc de Monceau in Paris will captivate you with its impressive beauty, charm, unique features and monuments
A visit to Paris would not be complete without a visit to the world renowned Parc de Monceau, one of the most beautiful and attractive parks in all Paris. Originally the brainchild of the Duke of Orleans who created the park in the 18th century to provide a sort of sanctuary to the people of Paris who felt like getting away from all the noise and chaos that is part and parcel of living in any modern city.
If you are looking for a place to spend some tranquil time away from the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours, then stop off at the park and enjoy the peace and tranquility, the beautiful flower gardens and the multitude of very interesting sculpture pieces and statues that are scattered throughout the park. The park was originally purchased by the Duke of Orleans who intended to create a beautiful and expansive garden. The Duke did not want the garden to resemble the normal traditional French style of garden which is characterized by very formal shapes and patterns, instead he decided to follow the English style of garden which is far more informal in design and so he commissioned Louis Carmontelle to design it in this manner distinguishing it from all the other gardens in Paris.
There are many different ages and Wonders of the World represented in the Parc de Monceau. Each monument is a replication built to scale of the much larger original. This is a great way to see a number of Wonders of the World without having to go to the original.
Unfortunately for the Duke he was executed during the French Revolution and his beloved park was appropriated by the French Republic and so became open to the public. It was a delightful park appreciated by many, filled with quirky art pieces like a miniature windmill and pyramid as well as a number of statues of famous French characters. In 1860 a grand rotunda was built in the centre of the park and the style of garden was changed to a more traditional French style.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoParc Monceau Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Address: 75008 Paris, France
Phone: 01 49 52 53 00
Official Website: Parc Monceau
Parc Monceau Reviews
Rated out of 5
Beautiful public park located in the 8th arrondissement. Lovely sculptures, mature trees and a water feature that looks like a painting. Filled with locals on their everyday walks, jogs and school groups. Nice to get away to a quiet place in the middle of the city.
Seema Jolly - a month ago
It's a beautiful park for the stroll, with 150 years of history and famous colonnades.
It also has many things from small eating stall to merry-go-round to swings for kids, to trees and playground with things worth climbing.
There are many sculptures as well, I saw Chopin!
Visit it if in the neighborhood, and if you want to explore some more of Paris.
Simran Bhullar - a month ago
A park that still retains its charms even in early October. A grab bag without a clear theme, a medley of world history: Roman columns, Chinese pavilions, miniature pyramids. Slightly quirky with something for everyone.
Martin K. - a month ago
Lovely and nice but not my favorite. The plants around the fountain could use more upkeep but in the grand scheme of things, places like this in Paris are beautiful. I had a lovely walk and sought refuge in the shade of trees as it got uncomfortably hot.
Marion - 5 months ago
For me, Parc Monceau wasn’t just a park. It was a reminder of why I travel. Yes, it’s important to see the icons, to marvel at the monuments that define a city. But equally important are the quiet places where a city reveals its soul. Parc Monceau isn’t famous in the way the Eiffel Tower is, but it tells you something about Parisian life: elegance without pretension, beauty without spectacle.
I left with the sense that I had discovered a secret, even if thousands of Parisians already knew it well.
Steven Guntur - a month ago
Directions
| Metro / RER Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| M2 | Monceau | 0 minutes |
| M3 | Villers | 7 minutes |
| RER A, M1 or M6 | Charles de Gaulle - Étoile Station | 12 minutes |
How to get to Parc Monceau by Metro / RER
By Metro: Take Metro Line 2 to Monceau Station and you are there or take Metro Line 3 to Villers Station; exit and walk straight west down Blvd de Courcelles to the park entrance.
By RER A or M1 or M6: Make your way to Charles de Gaulle - Étoile Station; take the Hoche Avenue exit and follow Avenue Hoche northeast from the traffic circle all the way to the park gates.
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