Parisian Picnics: 5 Picturesque Parks for a Midway Rendezvous

What's the most authentic way to meet a friend in Paris? 🇫🇷

It's not a formal restaurant. It's a picnic.

All you need is a bottle of wine, a fresh baguette, some cheese, and the perfect spot of grass.

Here are 5 of the best parks in Paris that make for a perfect, picturesque midway picnic.

1. Champ de Mars

The Iconic Choice

You can't beat the view. This huge green space stretches out from the base of the Eiffel Tower.

It's big, it's central, and it's an unforgettable place for a meetup.

Yes, it's popular, but the park is so large you can always find your own little patch of grass. A classic for a reason.

[Visual: A beautiful picnic spread on a blanket on the Champ de Mars, with the Eiffel Tower perfectly framed.]

2. Place des Vosges

The Elegant Choice

Located in the chic Marais district, this is arguably Paris's most beautiful square.

It's a perfectly symmetrical park surrounded by stunning 17th-century red brick architecture.

It's a fantastic midway point if you're exploring Le Marais. Pick a spot on the lawn, and feel like royalty.

[Visual: People relaxing on the grass in the Place des Vosges, surrounded by its famous arcades.]

3. Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

The Dramatic Choice

This park in the 19th arrondissement is a local's favorite. It's not flat and manicured; it's wild and dramatic.

It has a huge cliff, a lake, a waterfall, and a temple perched on top of the cliff with amazing views.

A more adventurous midway point for those who want to get off the beaten path.

[Visual: The Temple de la Sibylle on top of the cliff at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont.]

4. Jardin du Luxembourg

The Left Bank Classic

The quintessential Parisian park. It has beautiful formal gardens, the famous Medici Fountain, and countless green chairs you can move around to create your own perfect picnic circle.

It's a huge and central midway point, especially for anyone on the Left Bank.

[Visual: The iconic green chairs scattered around the Grand Bassin pond at the Jardin du Luxembourg.]

5. Along the Canal Saint-Martin

The Hipster Hangout

Not a traditional park, but this is where cool, young Parisians go to hang out.

Find a spot along the banks of the canal, dangle your feet over the water, and watch the boats go through the locks.

The surrounding area is full of amazing bakeries and wine shops to stock your picnic. A perfect midway for a relaxed, trendy vibe.

[Visual: A group of friends sitting along the edge of the Canal Saint-Martin with a picnic.]

A picnic is the best way to soak up the real atmosphere of Paris.

Use midway@ to find a park that's easy and fair for everyone to get to. All you have to do is bring the baguette. Santé! ✨