Parc de la Villette: A Playground of Culture and Innovation
Explore Paris's largest urban park: a hub of culture, science, and green spaces in the 19th arrondissement, offering activities for all ages.
Parc de la Villette, located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is a sprawling urban park offering a unique blend of nature, science, and culture. Built on the site of former slaughterhouses, it's now a vibrant space for recreation and discovery, featuring museums, concert halls, gardens, and more.
A brief summary to La Villette
- 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, Paris, 75019, FR
- +33140037575
- Visit website
- Monday 6 am-1 am
- Tuesday 6 am-1 am
- Wednesday 6 am-1 am
- Thursday 6 am-1 am
- Friday 6 am-1 am
- Saturday 6 am-1 am
- Sunday 6 am-1 am
Local tips
- Check the park's event calendar for festivals, concerts, and outdoor film screenings, especially during the summer months.
- Visit the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie for interactive exhibits and family-friendly activities.
- Take a walk or bike ride along the Canal de l'Ourcq, which runs through the park.
- Explore the park's thematic gardens, each offering a unique landscape and atmosphere.
- Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the park's vast lawns.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Parc de la Villette via public transport, take Metro Line 5 to Porte de Pantin station or Metro Line 7 to Corentin Cariou or Porte de la Villette stations. Tram Line 3b also stops at Porte de Pantin and Porte de la Villette. From any of these stops, it's a short walk to the park entrance. A single metro or tram ticket costs €2.10.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
If arriving by taxi or ride-sharing service, use the address 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris as your destination. Drop-off zones for taxis are available in front of the park. A short taxi ride from Gare du Nord to Parc de la Villette typically costs between €12-€18, depending on traffic.
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Walking
Parc de la Villette is accessible on foot from surrounding neighborhoods such as Jaurès or Laumière. Follow the signs for green spaces to reach the park entrance. From Porte de la Villette metro station it is approximately a 9 minute walk to the park.
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