Domaine National du Palais-Royal

The Palais-Royal is a historic palace walkable near the Louvre Museum. Besides the stunning view of the palace, it has perfectly maintained & peaceful gardens complete with water fountains. The tree lined path is one of Paris’s most photographed iconic spots. Surrounding the garden, you'll find beautiful boutiques, cafes, and shops. In the courtyard of the former palace, they have these beautiful black & white striped columns which was installed by an artist. Very iconic & great for photos. Worth a visit to see the gardens, palace & art installations you don’t want to skip!

While we were in Paris, we visited the Domaine National du Palais-Royal, and it truly felt like a hidden gem right in the heart of the city. The gardens are peaceful and beautifully maintained, offering a picturesque escape from the bustling streets. The historic architecture and iconic black-and-white columns make it a perfect spot for photos and a quiet stroll. It’s definitely worth a visit, especially if you’re planning to go to the Louvre Museum—it’s just next door! I would have given it five stars if there were a few more amenities like cafes or clearer signage, but overall, it’s a lovely experience.

This is one of my favorite places to visit in Paris. My son loves playing on the columns and the rose garden is also gorgeous. I can't find a rhyme or reason to when it's busy or not- sometimes it will be totally clear in the middle of the day. Definitely worth the stop! Photographed a cute couple from Poland here last time I was there and it always makes for cute photos.

Really beautiful and has an air of magic about it. It’s great when you can find real world locations for video games as it makes it all come to life and hit you in the nostalgic. Go in the late afternoon and it’s not too busy, you can have some nice food here and be away from the pollution.

The Royal Palace was built in 1629 by architect Jacques Lemercier at the request of Cardinal Richelieu. Originally called the Cardinal’s Palace, it was bequeathed to King Louis XIII upon Richelieu’s death in 1642 and took its current name. The gardens of the Royal Palace are among the most peaceful and charming green spaces in Paris. With their tree-lined paths, basins, and statues, they offer a haven of peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The Palais-Royal is a former palace in the city center, near the Louvre Museum. In the garden, formed by the galleries surrounding the green space, you can relax in the shade of the trees or enjoy the sun in the benches near the fountain. In the galleries surrounding the garden, you'll find beautiful boutiques, cafes, and antique shops. In the courtyard of the former palace, you can take photographs and have fun climbing the columns (contemporary art).

Free entry to this park, could have skipped this place, not really worth anything. Visit only if you have time to kill. Otherwise it's just a big garden with lot of greenery, a fountain and some seating areas.

Nice interlude from all the museum with lots of interesting history. Worth a visit!