There are plenty of hidden gem picnic spots in Paris, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect the heavy hitters merely on principle. “If you’re on vacation in Paris, picnic in front of the Eiffel Tower,” Floral Designer Ryan Norville suggests. “It is truly something I think everyone should do at least once. And don’t feel too cool about it. If you’re a tourist, who cares?”
If you’d rather skip the chaos of Champ de Mars, Andelman points to the Trocadero Gardens. “In the Trocadero garden, in front of the Eiffel Tower, behind the Musée de l’Homme, there’s a secret little area that looks like you’re in Japan with a mini pond with Koï carps. And it’s close to Carette, where you could pick up their little wrapped sandwich (and nothing else!)”
Pro Tip: “Try bringing something unexpected and everyone will love you,” suggests Norville. “Whether it’s a thoughtful dessert, an exceptional wine, or even bug spray and hand sanitizer.”
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