Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: free tour of the Conciergerie

Published by Caroline de Sortiraparis, Anne-Christine de Sortiraparis, Cécile de Sortiraparis, Graziella de Sortiraparis · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Published on July 18, 2024 at 11:19 a.m.
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Conciergerie is opening its doors to visitors free of charge on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. What's on the program? Free tours of this former Parisian prison steeped in history.

Fancy visiting one of Paris's historic monuments? Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 to delve into the fascinating history of the Conciergerie!

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In 2023, for the new and 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Conciergerie will once again open its doors to you, offering free tours on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2024, to discover this castle-like building, part of the history of the City of Paris. This remarkable example of 14th-centurycivil architecture is a must-see for families and friends alike.

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This part of the medieval Palais de la Cité (the former residence of the kings of France) was transformed into a prison during the French Revolution. Today, the Salle des Gardes and the huge Salle des Gens d'Armes, built under Philip the Fair, remain, as do the kitchens built under John the Good, still in their original state. On the dungeon side, visitors can discover the cell where Queen Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned just before being guillotined.

Take advantage of your visit to the Conciergerie to discover the Sainte-Chapelle, a jewel of Gothic architecture just a few steps away.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Conciergerie, the program

  • Self-guided tour of the Conciergerie
    September 21 and 22

    Visitors are free to tour the monument. A waiting time is required to access the revolutionary sections.



Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    2 Boulevard du Palais
    75001 Paris 1

    Route planner

    Access
    Metro line 1 "Chatelet" station, line 4 "Cité" station

    Prices
    Free

    Official website
    www.paris-conciergerie.fr

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