Location: Odeon
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Things to do in Paris, Ile-de-France: The Best Fountains
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. Medici Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 197 reviews
This fountain in the Luxembourg Gardens is a popular destination for local students.
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
One of our favourite spots in the park is the outstanding Fontaine Medici and its grotto, (sitting along the pond, in the lovely chairs provided), - a super spot for a traditional Paris picnic - a ham & cheese or ‘jambon et fromage’ baguette. The fountain is located to the side of the palace, surround by tall trees, not easy to see unless you know its there, which seems to keep the crowds down. There is so much to look at (don't forget to look at the back of the fountain as well), the fountain was crafted in the Italian Renaissance style of architecture, built in 1630. Definitely a must when visiting the gardens.
2. Fontaine des Quatre Parties du Monde
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
This late 19th-century fountain in the Observatory Garden depicts four women holding a globe of the world.
Reviewed By israroz - Ra'anana, Israel
The "Four parts of the world" fountain which in some tour guides is also called the "Observatory fountain" because of its location at the entrance of the "Garden of the Great Explorers". This fountain is a very impressive statue and well worth visiting on your way to (or from) the Luxembourg Palace from the south gate of the “Jardin du Luxembourg”. The central part of the statue is a group of 4 women supporting the globe, which is decorated with signs of the zodiac, symbolizes the 4 parts of the world, Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The periphery of the fountain around the large basin contains horses, turtles and fish, all splashing water and fog that create an impressive memorable look.
3. Fontaine de la Guerison
4. Fontaine Saint-Sulpice
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 136 reviews
This fountain, located in front of the St. Sulpice church, honors four of France's most famous Christians.
Reviewed By rayrest - London, United Kingdom
Saint Sulpice is a fantastic church to visit and also outside is this amazing fountain with water coming out of lions and statues of bishops at the top. Truly amazing fountain.
