Theme parks and gardens in France

Theme Parks, Zoos & Gardens

This selection spans France's most significant outdoor and family-oriented destinations, from the Baroque grandeur of the Palace of Versailles to the specialized educational exhibits at Vulcania and Cité de l'Espace. Wildlife enthusiasts can explore world-class conservation sites like ZooParc de Beauval and the Bioparc of Doué-la-Fontaine. The collection also highlights unique botanical landscapes, including the hand-pruned boxwoods of Marqueyssac, the largest Japanese garden in Europe at Maulévrier, and the plant-focused attractions of Terra Botanica in Angers.

Theme Parks, Zoos & Gardens — Map

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Palace of Versailles

Historic royal residence and baroque architectural masterpiece featuring ornate interiors and significant cultural heritage. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its extensive gardens, fountains, and role in French history.

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Disneyland Paris

Major theme park and entertainment resort featuring family-friendly attractions, rides, shows, and character meet-and-greets. The complex includes themed lands and offers a variety of experiences suitable for all ages.

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ZooParc de Beauval

The ZooParc de Beauval, more commonly called Beauval Zoo or, more simply, Beauval, is a French zoological park located in Saint-Aignan-sur…

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Plopsaland de Panne

Plopsaland De Panne is a theme park located in Adinkerke, Belgium - part of the municipality De Panne - owned and operated by Plopsa.

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Zoo de Doué

The Zoo de Doué is a 14-hectare zoo that opened in 1961 in Doué-la-Fontaine, Maine-et-Loire, France.

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Space City

The Cité de l'espace is a scientific discovery centre in France focused on spaceflight.

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Marqueyssac Gardens

Hanging gardens featuring 150,000 hand-pruned, centuries-old boxwood trees spread across 22 hectares of paths and stone huts. A belvedere provides panoramic views of the Dordogne valley and its castles.

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Vulcania

Vulcania, the "European Park of Volcanism", is an educational French amusement park and museum with a volcano theme.

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Terra Botanica

Terra Botanica is an amusement and botanical park in Angers.

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Zoo de la Flèche

The Zoo de La Flèche is a 18-hectare zoo that opened in 1946 in La Flèche, Sarthe, France.

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Parc Oriental de Maulévrier

The Parc Oriental de Maulévrier is a Japanese garden located in Maulévrier, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, France.

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Zoo and Botanical Garden of Branféré

The Zoo and Botanical Garden of Branféré is a 35-hectare zoo and botanical garden located in Le Guerno, Morbihan, Brittany, France.

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