A real Parisian favourite, the Luxembourg gardens are a beautiful 25 hectares green oasis on Paris fashionable left bank.Spread with statues, fountains and flowers, the gardens have many attractions for children (poneys, merry-go-round, puppet shows).

They are constantly animated by lovers, students and outdoor chess and tennis players.Located in the Luxembourg gardens, the Luxembourg palace  was built in the 17th century by Marie deMedicis, a French queen, on the model of Palazzo Pitti in her native Florence.

Near-by the Luxembourg gardens, the traditional and lively student district called "Le Quartier Latin" was the stage of the spectacular 1968 student riots which shaked traditional French society. With the Sorbonne university and the Odéon theater as landmarks, they are now a very beautiful and pleasant district of Paris.

Very crowded in the afternoon on sunny days, the Luxembourg gardens will often be the romantic setting of your falling in love with Paris. Staying in a hotel near Luxembourg is a great idea for your stay in Paris. The Luxembourg gardens are close to the RER B Luxembourg metro station.