Parc Monceau

Parc Monceau was built in the 17th century, at the instigation of the Duc de Chartres. Located between the 8th and 17th arrondissements, it is now one of the most elegant gardens in Paris, reflecting the character of the district. Visitors enter through large wrought-iron gates embellished with gold. The walk is full of surprises: numerous marble statues of famous writers and musicians, the Renaissance arcade of the former Paris Town Hall, spectacular trees, a wide variety of birds and a large pond. Children's play areas are available. Parc Monceau is surrounded by luxury buildings and sumptuous private mansions, including the Musée Cernuschi, dedicated to Asian art.

Opening times and prices

Free access to everyone

Free access to everyone

Guided tours are organized by the 'Direction des Espaces Verts et de l’Environnement' (parks and environment head office). For further information www.paris.fr.

Free access to everyone

In Summer, the Monceau park is open til 10pm.

Summer: 7am-10pm. Winter: 7am-8pm.

• Ascension Day
• 15 August
• 25 December
• Easter Monday
• Easter
• 1 January
• 14 July
• 1 May
• 8 May
• 11 November
• Whit Monday

• Free for young people and children
• Free
• Late opening

Services

• Gardens
• Restaurant

There is a snack bar and takeaway.

Disability

Ground-level entrance on Boulevard de Courcelles and Avenue Valesquez. The toilets are not accessible (5 steps).

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