There are hives with honeybees in many big cities and places around the world. Some of the most famous ones are featured here.

Bees at the rooftop of Opera Garnier (Paris, France)
The most curious and probably best known apiary in Paris is the one located on the roof of the Palais Garnier, the old opera house. Its keeper, Jean Paucton (photo by Adilson Felix) eventually placed two on the roof of Paris' newest opera house at Place de la Bastille (photo by Nemorino) as well. Paucton's honey is sold in the boutiques at the Opera as well as at Fauchon, one of Paris' most exclusive fine grocers. | More...

Jardin du Luxembourg city park (Paris, France)
In 1856, the Paris government gave permission to one Henri Harnet to establish an apiary in the Jardin du Luxembourg. He was given space for twenty hives, and he taught interested pupils the craft of beekeeping. This apiary still exists today, having been refurbished in 1991. | Photo

Ginza Honey Project Creates Buzz in Tokyo (Tokyo, Japan - world's largest city, over 26 mln inhabitants)
The Ginza, Tokyo's most exclusive shopping area in Japan (also known as most expensive real estate on Earth), recently welcomed honey bees as the newest residents of this wealthy community. From the hives located on top of an 11-story commercial building, the bees are collecting nectar at the grounds of Imperial Palace, home to Japan’s royal family, and nearby government quarters. Members of the "Ginza Honey Project" are collecting the honey to be used by neighborhood bars and restaurants. | Photo