Ménagerie du jardin des plantes - activities

Discover the treasures of the Paris Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle - program

The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle de Paris with its Jardin des Plantes is an emblematic institution of the capital, founded in 1793. Accessible all year round, this museum offers an insight into the world's rich natural heritage. From plants and magnets to fossils and experiments, immerse yourself in the fascinating world of nature.

La Menagerie du Jardin des Plantes, the oldest zoo in Paris

The Menagerie, or rather the zoo of the Jardin des Plantes, belongs to the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle. Located next to the famous Jardin des Plantes, it's not only the oldest zoo in Paris, opened in 1794, it's also an area well worth a visit. Every day, hundreds of animals live in 5.5 hectares of greenery. Come and discover them!

A pair of red pandas will arrive at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie in spring 2024

While it's been some time since visitors have been able to catch a glimpse of the red pandas at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, the team at the site has just announced the grand return of the star animal of Paris's oldest zoological park, in April 2024.

All Saints' Day vacation 2023 at the Jardin des Plantes: dinosaurs, felines and plants on the program

During the All Saints' Day vacation in 2023, from October 21 to November 5, the whole family can enjoy a breath of fresh air at the Jardin des Plantes! The program includes a number of exciting exhibitions, as well as activities on plants and Halloween.

Halloween 2023: chilling visits to the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie

The Menagerie du Jardin des Plantes will be decked out in Halloween colors during the All Saints' Day vacations, from October 21 to November 5, 2023, with its most terrifying animals. Rats, vultures, snakes and spiders await you during a weekend of special, spooky activities!

Unusual: witness the feeding of the felines at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie

On certain days of the week, the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie invites you to take part in an exceptional experience in the fauverie, in the heart of the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, by attending a feline meal.

Jardin des Plantes: an association calls for the "liberation" of orangutans from the zoo

After the end of the pony rides, the PAZ association is calling for an end to the "imprisonment" of the five orangutans in the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, where the eldest has been kept since 1972.

Jardin des Plantes menagerie unfit for animals’ wellbeing?

The Paris Animaux Zoopolis association – working to defend animals – accuses the Menagerie of the Jardin des Plantes to be too dilapidated to provide animals it houses with a comfortable accommodation.