Embracing Nature in Paris: A 4-Day Itinerary

• Day 1: Start your day with a visit to Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, an enchanting park with scenic views of the city. Stroll along its winding paths and explore the lake, waterfalls, and grotto. Continue to Jardin des Plantes, the main botanical garden in France, and take a leisurely nature walk among its vast collection of plants and flowers.
• Day 2: Start your day by visiting the Bois de Boulogne, a tranquil park on the outskirts of the city. Take a relaxing boat ride on its lake and enjoy stunning views of the park. Next, head to the Jardin d'Acclimatation, a children's amusement park with attractions like pony rides and a mini-zoo. Walk in the park and hike the trails.
• Day 3: Begin your day with a visit to the Parc de la Villette, a vast and modern park dedicated to science, music, and art. Go on a boat ride on the canal and visit the Geode for a 3D movie experience. Next, explore the Bois de Vincennes, a vast natural area with a stunning lake at its center. Visit the Chateau of Vincennes, which dates back to the 14th century and learn about the history of the city.
• Day 4: Start your day with a visit to the Parc Floral de Paris, a beautifully landscaped park near the Chateau of Vincennes, take a stroll and admire the flowers. Afterwards, head to Le Jardin Suspendu, a rooftop garden where you can enjoy a greenhouse setting and a stunning, panoramic view of Paris. End your trip in Le Bois de Clamart, a preserved natural area that is perfect for hiking and bird watching, wander along its trails.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Parc des Buttes-Chaumont (2-3 hours, Free)
• Jardin des Plantes (2-3 hours, Free)
• Bois de Boulogne (3-4 hours, Free)
• Jardin d'Acclimatation (3-4 hours, 5€)
• Parc de la Villette (3-4 hours, Free)
• Bois de Vincennes (3-4 hours, Free)
• Parc Floral de Paris (2-3 hours, 5€)
• Le Jardin Suspendu (2-3 hours, 5€)
• Le Bois de Clamart (3-4 hours, Free)
Total Estimated Costs: 15€

Transportation

While travelling, take the bus or metro. If you prefer to do it by bike, rent a Vélib, the city's bike-sharing system. Expect to pay about 1.90€ for a single metro ticket, 4€ for a one-day pass or 8€ for a week-long pass. Biking is faster and you can rent a Vélib bike for around 5€ a day.

Useful tips

If you have more time, visit the famous gardens of Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and painted his famous water lily series. It's a 90-minute train ride from Paris. If you're travelling with kids or you're a fan of amusement parks, include a visit to Disneyland Paris. If you have less time, pick your favourite parks from the itinerary and spend quality time in those places.

Airports

Paris has 3 major airports: Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Orly (ORY), and Beauvais (BVA). Most airlines fly to CDG and ORY airports. CDG is the largest international airport in Paris, while Orly serves mainly domestic and European flights. Beauvais is mainly served by low-cost airlines.