Travel Guide to Paris Canal Parc de la Villette

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Paris Canal Parc de la Villette, start by navigating to the address 211 Avenue Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris. Depending on your starting point in Île-de-France, use the A1, A3, or A4 highways to reach the Boulevard Périphérique, which encircles Paris. Take the exit towards Porte de la Villette, and follow the signs for Avenue Jean Jaurès. There is limited street parking available, so be prepared to find a nearby parking garage if necessary. Please note that parking fees may apply, typically ranging from €2 to €4 per hour.

• Metro

  To reach Paris Canal Parc de la Villette by metro, take Line 7 (the pink line) and get off at the 'Corentin Cariou' station. From there, exit the station and walk approximately 10 minutes towards Avenue Jean Jaurès. As you exit the station, head east on Rue de l'Ourcq, then turn right onto Avenue Jean Jaurès. The canal park will be on your left. A single metro ticket costs €1.90.

• Bus

  If you prefer to take the bus, you can catch Line 75 from various locations in central Paris. Board the bus and get off at the 'Avenue Jean Jaurès' stop. The bus journey will take about 30 minutes, depending on traffic. A single bus ticket costs €1.90, and you can use the same ticket for metro transfers if needed.

• Tram

  For those traveling via tram, take Line T3b and get off at the 'Porte de la Villette' stop. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to Paris Canal Parc de la Villette. Walk north on Avenue Jean Jaurès and you will reach the park. A single tram ticket costs €1.90.