Tuileries Garden (Jardin des Tuileries) is the classic Paris “walk-and-reset” spot between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde—formal French geometry, long promenades, sculpture-filled lawns, and the iconic green chairs by the ponds. The best part: Tuileries Garden is free, and it’s open early to late (with seasonal closing times).

Why Tuileries Garden is worth a stop 🌿📍

Tuileries Garden feels like the “central corridor” of Paris: you can stroll from the Louvre area toward the Champs-Élysées direction, sit by the water, and see art outdoors without committing to a museum ticket.

Highlights you can actually plan around:

  • 🪑 Chair culture by the ponds (grab a seat, people-watch, stay as long as you want)
  • 🗿 Outdoor sculpture and manicured alleys (easy photos)
  • 🏛️ Nearby museums you can add in minutes (Louvre, Orangerie, Musée d’Orsay across the river)

What to see in Tuileries Garden ✅

1) The two main ponds (best “Paris pause” spots) ⛲

The pools are the natural “centers” of the park—perfect for a quick break or sunset light.

2) Sculpture walk (open-air museum vibes) 🗿

The garden is known for displaying major sculptures; Paris’ official tourism office notes works from artists like Maillol, Rodin, Giacometti across the grounds.

3) The grand axis stroll: Louvre → Concorde 🚶

This is the signature experience: straight lines, trimmed trees, and long sightlines that feel very “royal Paris.”

4) Add Musée de l’Orangerie (Monet) nearby 🎨

Paris’ tourism office highlights Musée de l’Orangerie as a Tuileries-side neighbor where you can see Monet’s works.

Tuileries Garden opening hours ⏱️

The Louvre’s official visitor info lists Tuileries Garden opening hours by season/month:

  • Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Apr, May, Sep, Oct: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Jun, Jul, Aug: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

You’re also asked to start leaving 30 minutes before closing.

✅ Practical tip: if you arrive “at closing time,” you’ll likely be encouraged to exit early—aim for at least 45–60 minutes before the posted closing.

Tickets / prices / cards 💳

  • 🎟️ Tuileries Garden: Free entry (officially listed as free).
  • 🚇 If you’re budgeting transport: a single Metro–Train–RER ticket is €2.55 (2026 fare pages).

How to get there 🚇🚌🚖

Tuileries Garden is ridiculously easy by public transport. The RATP “Visiting Paris” page lists the most useful options:

метро (best and simplest) 🚇

  • Line 1 → Tuileries (closest, easiest)
  • Line 7 → Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre (short walk)
  • Line 14 → Pyramides (short walk)
  • Concorde station (Lines 1, 8, 12) (walk in from the west side)

RER (fast access from bigger hubs) 🚆

  • RER A → Auber (then walk)
  • RER C → Musée d’Orsay (beautiful walk over the river footbridges)
  • RER E → Haussmann–Saint-Lazare (then walk/metro)

bus 🚌

RATP lists these lines as stopping near the garden: 69, 68, 42, 87, 63.

taxi / rideshare 🚖

Easiest drop-offs:

  • “Jardin des Tuileries” near Rue de Rivoli (north edge), or
  • Place de la Concorde (west edge)

✈️ Airport connections (CDG / ORY → Tuileries Garden)

From CDG (Charles de Gaulle) ✈️➡️🌿

  • Take RER B into Paris (Paris Aéroport lists a €14 single ticket and service hours from CDG 2 TGV).
  • Then connect to Metro Line 1 (easy to reach central stops like Châtelet/Les Halles area) and ride to Tuileries (Line 1). For the final leg options, use the RATP access guidance above.

From ORY (Orly) ✈️➡️🌿

  • Paris Aéroport notes Metro Line 14 connects Paris and Orly, using the Ticket Paris Région <> Aéroports (€14) (or an all-zones Navigo pass).
  • In central Paris, switch toward Pyramides (Line 14) or continue and transfer to Line 1 → Tuileries depending on your route.

Seasonal events you might stumble into 🎡🎄

Tuileries isn’t always “quiet gardens.” Paris’ tourism office highlights big seasonal setups like:

  • 🎡 Summer funfair (Tuileries Festival) from June to August
  • 🎄 Christmas market + ice rink (seasonal dates vary)

✅ Tip: if you want peaceful photos, go early morning—events can add crowds and fences.

Tips & common mistakes ✅⚠️

✅ Use Metro Line 1 if you want the simplest “step out and you’re basically there” arrival (Tuileries station).
⚠️ Don’t ignore closing behavior: you may be asked to start leaving 30 minutes before closing—plan accordingly.
✅ Pair it smartly: Tuileries → Seine walk → Musée d’Orsay (RER C stop nearby) is a perfect half-day loop.
✅ Best light for photos: late afternoon toward golden hour (especially on the Louvre side).
⚠️ Overplanning is the mistake: this garden is best as a flexible “between attractions” experience.

FAQ

Is Tuileries Garden free?
Yes—official Louvre visitor info lists Tuileries Garden: Free.

What are Tuileries Garden opening hours?
They vary by season/month (earliest 7:00 AM, latest 11:00 PM in summer).

Which metro stop is best for Tuileries Garden?
Tuileries (Metro Line 1) is the most direct, with other easy options like Concorde, Pyramides, and Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre.

Which RER stop is closest?
RATP suggests RER C → Musée d’Orsay (nice walk) and RER A → Auber (walk).

Conclusion

Tuileries Garden is one of the best “no-ticket, high-Paris” stops in the city: beautiful symmetry, sculptures, ponds, and a perfect walking link between major landmarks. Check the seasonal hours, arrive by Metro Line 1, and treat it like a flexible, open-air break that upgrades your whole day.

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