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Champ-de-Mars

★ 4.6 (224,389)Free

The Champ-de-Mars was originally a parade ground for the adjacent military academy before becoming the public park it is today, hosting the 1889 and 1900 World's Fairs along with countless picnics and gatherings at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. It remains one of the best free spots in Paris to sit, picnic, and watch the tower, especially as it lights up at night.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Originally laid out as a military parade ground for the adjacent Ecole Militaire before becoming a public park.
  • 2Hosted both the 1889 and 1900 World's Fairs, the former for which the Eiffel Tower itself was built.
  • 3Offers a free nightly view of the Eiffel Tower's light show, which sparkles on the hour after dark.

💡 Good to know

  • 1Bring a picnic and watch the Eiffel Tower's nightly light show, on the hour after dark
  • 2arrive early on weekends, prime picnic spots fill up fast
  • 3keep an eye on belongings, it's a popular spot for petty theft.

⏱️ Typical visit

45 min

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

75007 Paris, France · Champ-de-MarsGoogleApple
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Hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Best season

Summer
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Booking

Walk-in
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