Royal garden of medical plants, Botanical garden and urban park in Latin Quarter, Paris, France
The Royal Garden of Medical Plants extends across 28 hectares, featuring specialized gardens, greenhouses, and collections of medicinal plants from around the world.
King Louis XIII established this garden in 1635 through a royal edict, appointing physician Guy de la Brosse to organize educational demonstrations about botany and chemistry.
Scientists and naturalists conduct research at the garden, contributing to medical advancements through the study of plant properties and their applications.
The garden opens daily with guided tours available, offering visitors detailed information about medicinal plants through a mobile-friendly platform accessible on site.
The garden houses an amphitheater built in 1673 specifically for medical dissections and courses, marking its role in early medical education.
Location: Paris
Official opening: 1635
GPS coordinates: 48.84390,2.35972
Latest update: May 24, 2025 22:09
Jardin des plantes
1 m
Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes
178 m
Galerie de Paléontologie et d’Anatomie comparée
287 m
Buffon Gazebo
294 m
Grandes serres du Jardin des plantes
160 m
Gallery of Mineralogy and Geology
273 m
Galerie de Botanique
168 m
Botanic school of Jardin des Plantes
20 m
Hôtel de Magny
219 m
Galerie de Paléobotanique
295 m
Premier Artiste
230 m
The Ring of Fire
259 m
Monument to Bernardin de Saint-Pierre
157 m
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck
284 m
Dénicheur d'oursons
225 m
L'Amour captif
261 m
Venus Genetrix
200 m
Amphithéâtre Verniquet
203 m
Michel Eugène Chevreul
251 m
Buffon
208 m
Amazon
224 m
Science et mystère
167 m
Nymphe tourmentant un dauphin by Joseph Félon
229 m
"Le Chasseur de crocodile" by Charles-Arthur Bourgeois
5 m
Le Charmeur de serpent by Charles-Arthur Bourgeois
167 m
Labyrinth of the Jardin des plantes in Paris
289 m
Maison de Cuvier
196 m
Esplanade Milne-Edwards
256 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes