PLAN YOUR VISIT

Visit Tuileries Garden

Opening hours, free entry, entrances, transport, toilets and a map for planning a smooth visit in central Paris.

Tuileries Garden urn and greenery
Special closure: the Louvre states that the Tuileries Garden will be closed on 26 September 2026 because of the mass service at Place de la Concorde. Check the official Louvre site before travelling that day.

ENTRY

Free admission

The garden is free to enter. Seasonal closing times apply.

LOCATION

Between Louvre & Concorde

Its east–west axis makes it an easy link between major central Paris sights.

TOILETS

Free public facilities

The Louvre lists two year-round toilet areas, with extra facilities in summer.

OFFICIAL SEASONAL HOURS

When the garden opens.

MonthsHours
January, February, March, November, December07:30–19:30
April, May, September, October07:00–21:00
June, July, August07:00–23:00

The Louvre asks visitors to leave 30 minutes before closing. Hours and exceptional closures can change; verify them on the official Louvre website before your visit.

Check official Louvre hours

GETTING HERE

Easy to reach by Metro and on foot.

The Louvre's official directions list Palais-Royal / Musée du Louvre on lines 1 and 7, and Pyramides on line 14. Concorde station is also convenient for the western end of the garden.

  • From the Louvre: walk west through the Carrousel area into the garden.
  • From Place de la Concorde: enter at the western end and walk toward the Louvre.
  • From the Seine: approach from the riverside edge for a scenic route.
  • By taxi: choose an entrance based on what you plan to see next.
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MAP

Find the garden in central Paris.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

GOOD TO KNOW

Practical questions.

Do you need a ticket for Tuileries Garden?

No. The garden itself is free to enter. Nearby museums and paid activities have their own admission arrangements.

How long should I allow?

A direct stroll can be short, but 60–90 minutes is more comfortable if you want to sit by the basins, look at sculpture and take photographs. Add more time if combining it with the Louvre or Orangerie.

Which end should I start at?

If your next stop is the Louvre, start at Concorde and walk east. If you are heading toward Champs-Élysées or Place de la Concorde afterward, start near the Louvre and walk west.

Is it useful with children?

Yes. The garden has long-running family activities and open space; see our dedicated family guide for practical ideas.

PLAN CENTRAL PARIS

Make the Tuileries your starting point.

Pair the garden with the Louvre, a Seine cruise, a nearby hotel, or a full day exploring Paris.