Where is the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris?
Jardin du Luxembourg. Description. Situated on the border between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter, the Luxembourg Gardens, inspired by the Boboli Gardens in Florence, were created upon the initiative of Queen Marie de Medici in 1612. The gardens, which cover 25 hectares of land, are split into French gardens and English gardens.
How many statues are in Jardin du Luxembourg?
The garden has 106 statues spread throughout the park, the monumental Medici fountain, the Orangerie and the Pavillon Davioud. There are many activities and facilities for children such as puppets, rides and slides.
When is the best time to visit the Jardin du Luxembourg?
There are several kiosks selling beverages, confectionery, food and toys in various parts of the Jardin du Luxembourg. Guided tours led by one of the park’s gardeners are generally available on the first Wednesday of the month from April to October. See the Jardin du Luxembourg website for details.
Where are the accessible toilets in Jardin du Luxembourg?
Accessible from boulevard Saint-Michel, rue du Vuagiraud, rue Guyenemer, rue Auguste-Comte and rue Médicis. There are two accessible toilets at the Auguste-Comte entrance (11am to 1pm, and 1.45pm to 7pm) and next to the Sénat (9am to 7pm).
Is there an orangerie in the Jardin du Luxembourg?
The orangerie displays art, photography and sculptures. The model boat pond in Conservatory Water in Central Park in Manhattan, New York City, is loosely based on that of one in the Jardin du Luxembourg. The École nationale supérieure des Mines de Paris and the Odéon theatre stand next to the Luxembourg Garden.
Who are the women in the Jardin du Luxembourg?
Surrounding the central green space are twenty figures of French queens and illustrious women standing on pedestals.
Where did the name of the Luxembourg Garden come from?
The name Luxembourg comes from the Latin Mons Lucotitius, the name of the hill where the garden is located.