Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

Back to the parks, I know. But did you know that such a place even existed in our favorite city?

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont was once the site of a gypsum quarry and was designated a park in the 1860's. Meandering paths, waterfalls, caves and a bridge, cheerfully named Pont des Suicides, are all features of the park.

Les Jardins de Paris: Parc de la Villette

Parc de la Villette is certainly Paris' most interesting garden attraction. The park features a series of themed gardens, such as an exotic bamboo garden or one displaying stream and water jets. There are playgrounds scattered about among other attractions.

If you've been to the Cité des Sciences et l’Industrie museum, Parc de la Villette is a must-see.