Flower Market
The Paris Flower Market has been held since 1808 on Place Lépine, on the Ile de la Cité.
On June 7, 2014, it was renamed the Marché aux Fleurs – Reine Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II Flower Market) to pay homage to the Queen of England during her visit to France for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings’ commemorations.
Nestled between the Tribunal de Commerce (Commercial Court) to the west, the Police Prefecture to the south, the Hôtel-Dieu hospital to the east and the Quai de la Corse along the Seine, the market benefits from a privileged location, easily accessible by the Metro station Cité.
Since its creation, it has been housed in a series of Art Nouveau metal pavilions, built in 1900 along the Allée Célestion Hennion, which forms a U. They provide a picturesque setting to showcase the abundance of colourful, vibrant flowers, plants, and shrubs.
Although the market mainly features native plants from Western Europe, it also offers an impressive selection of tropical plants and flowers to satisfy all tastes.
The Flower Market is open every day from 8 am to 7:30 pm, except on Sundays when it gives way to the Bird Market, from 8 am to 7 pm.
Marché aux Oiseaux – Birds Market
Although the Bird Market does not reach the grandeur of the Flower Market, it exudes an undeniable picturesque charm, albeit a more intimate one.
Specialising in the sale of birds, including rare species, this market also caters to pet enthusiasts looking for small rodents.
It also offers a wide selection of grains, food, cages and accessories necessary for animal care.
However, for those who cannot wait until Sunday, the Flower Market sometimes offers a limited selection of birds and accessories during the week.
Opening hours:
Flower Market: Monday to Saturday 8am to 7.30pm
Bird Market: Sunday 8am to 7pm
Directions: 4th district – Place Lépine
Metro: Cité on Line 4
Coordinates: Lat 48.855375 – Long 2.347489
