Before transforming into the elegant gateway to one of the capital's most beautiful gardens, the renowned Rotunda of Parc Monceau had a less glamorous role — that of a customs house! Dive into the history of this unusual monument, a rare survivor from a time when entering Paris didn’t come free of charge!
Born and died in Paris, Alfred de Musset is one of the most intimate faces of Parisian Romanticism. From the streets of his childhood to his tomb in Père-Lachaise, via the literary salons of the time, Paris bears the traces of his passionate wanderings.
An alley in the Parc Monceau, a shared tomb in Montmartre, song studios... Paris keeps the discreet footprints of France Gall and Michel Berger in its streets.
Why not take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine to find out all about Parc Monceau, this sublime green space nestling between the 8th and 17th arrondissements of Paris. Join us on Sunday, September 21, 2025 for a historical discovery walk to find out all about the history of Parc Monceau.
From April 16 to June 30, 2025, dogs will be able to roam freely every morning from 7am to 9am in a dedicated area of the Parc Monceau. This first-of-its-kind experiment in Paris is organized by the 8th arrondissement town hall, in partnership with the Monceau Dog Club.
Among the most beautiful parks in Paris is the Parc Monceau, located between the 8th and 17th arrondissements. With its ancient columns, pond and waterfall, it's the perfect place to take a Valentine's Day stroll.
For the duration of the 2024 Games, Parc Monceau will be transformed with the arrival of Club 24, a celebration zone where you can join in the Olympic festivities!
Parc Monceau, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful flower gardens in Paris, nestling between the 8th and 17th arrondissements, is a romantic haven of peace where ruins, artists' sculptures and lush vegetation stand side by side. We take you on a tour to discover its history and special features.
Who would have thought it? Thrill seekers have been around for a long time and parachute jumping has been around since the 18th century. Much less secure than today, André Jacques Garnerin made the first jump in history above the Parc Monceau, in 1797.
