Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Romantic gardens
- Great view on the Eiffel tower
Time required: 20 minutes
Public transport:
- Metro Line 9: Trocadéro station
- Metro Line 6: Trocadéro station
Address: 11, place du Trocadéro
Photos: (see more photos)
Photo: Jeff Cooney Photography
Things you need to know:
- Trocadéro Gardens is a 10-ha (25-acre) public garden opposite Eiffel tower on the other side of the Seine
- The building on the north end is called Chaillot Palace (Palais de Chaillot)
- The park descends gently from the palace to the Seine and the Pont d'Iéna
- Beautiful trees, quiet walkways and bridges over small streams make it a romantic place to take a stroll
- The highlight of the park is the rectangular pool lined with stone and bronze statues
- The park was established in 1937 for the International Exposition dedicated to Art and Technology in Modern Life
What to do there:
- Walk along the romantic garden
- Admire the statues, fountains, and the flowering trees
- It is one of the best spots for taking the unmissable photo of the Eiffel tower
Tips & Insights:
- The park offers an excellent view on the Eiffel Tower
