Parc floral de Paris: 2026 prices, opening hours, gardens and access
The Parc floral de Paris is a large botanical garden in the Bois de Vincennes, in the 12th arrondissement, opened in 1969 and run by the City of Paris. It belongs to the Jardin botanique de Paris, along with Bagatelle, the Arboretum and the Auteuil greenhouses. Entry is paid from 1 April to 30 September (about €2.80 full price, €1.60 reduced, free under 7 according to Visit Paris Region) and free from 1 October to 31 March. Prices differ between sources (€2.50 to €2.80), so check paris.fr before you go.
Highlights
Ponds and flowerbeds
The park alternates ponds, lawns and seasonal beds: tulips and daffodils in spring, irises and dahlias later, according to the flowering calendar.
Concerts and festivals
In summer the park hosts concerts, including the Paris Jazz Festival and Classique au vert, as well as fairs such as Marjolaine in early November.
A family outing
A quiet place to picnic and stroll away from the bustle of the centre, easy to combine with the Château de Vincennes.
Practical info
Tips
- Online ticketing was unavailable when we checked in October 2026; buy on site. The park is easy to visit together with the rest of the Bois de Vincennes. For other gardens of the same family, see the Parc de Bagatelle and the Auteuil greenhouses.
How to get there
Esplanade Saint-Louis, route de la Pyramide, 75012 Paris. Metro Château de Vincennes (line 1), then bus 112; parking in the wood is paid.
Opening hours
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