Jardín del Príncipe, Historical park and restaurant near Royal Palace of Aranjuez, Spain.
Jardín del Príncipe is a spacious green space adjacent to the Royal Palace that runs along the Tagus River. The grounds display French-style design with geometric layouts, multiple fountains, and planted areas, while a restaurant facility serves visitors.
Construction began in 1772 under King Charles III and continued through the reign of Charles IV, finishing in 1804. The project reflects royal taste for French garden design during the late 1700s.
The grounds house a museum displaying boats that Spanish monarchs once used for leisure trips on the Tagus River. Visitors can see how the royal family enjoyed water outings from this very location.
The site is accessible during daylight hours from sunrise to sunset, with plenty of space for walking along various paths. The restaurant area offers shaded seating with river views and serves food during standard opening hours.
The grounds contain an artificial hill called Montaña Rusa, which served as Spain's first roller coaster in the 1700s. This early amusement feature shows how gardens also functioned as places for entertainment and technical experiments.
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