Journées du Patrimoine 2024: 10 great ideas not to be missed in Paris this weekend

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Published on September 18, 2024 at 02:04 p.m.
To make the most of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris and the Île-de-France region, here are 10 not-to-be-missed events on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September 2024!

Thousands of places to visit, and just two days to enjoy them all. On Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, we're taking advantage of the 41st Heritage Days to discover the most beautiful historical and cultural sites, and places usually closed to the public, near us.

An unlikely weekend full of surprises awaits us: museums, monuments, churches, but also institutions, ministries and unusual places open their doors to us. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, over 1,500 sites welcome the general public on September 21 and 22, 2024. With such a rich and varied program, it can be hard to choose!

So how do you decide? How do you select the most interesting places to go and spend a great weekend in Paris? Don't panic, we're here to help! To make it easier for you to plan your next outing, we've selected the best deals for this cultural event.

Participating sites often open their doors free of charge during the Journées du Patrimoine. Here's a small selection of free places to visit over the weekend.

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Every year, the Palais de l'Élysée opens its doors to the public for the Journées du Patrimoine. This high place of power, usually closed to the general public, confirms its participation in the 41st edition. An opportunity to discover the prestigious salons of the Hôtel du Comte d'Évreux. Ticket sales open this Monday, September 16, 2024 at 6pm. [Read more]

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Located in the Grands Boulevards district, the L'Echiquier Opéra Paris hotel will be opening its doors to visitors from September 21 to 22, 2024, to mark the Journées du Patrimoine. [Read more]

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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. [Read more]

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For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, the Hôtel de Ville de Paris is exceptionally opening its doors for free tours. Join us on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024 to discover the office of the Mayor of Paris, the Hôtel de Ville library, the Council Chamber and the salons d'apparat. [Read more]

Cité FalguièreCité FalguièreCité FalguièreCité Falguière Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: discover the Cité Falguière, an artistic hidden treasure
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 unveil a hidden treasure: the Cité Falguière in Paris. Join us on September 21 and 22 for a unique journey through the capital's artistic history during this 41st edition. [Read more]

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The Institut de France is taking part in the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, held on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. An opportunity to discover one of Paris's least-known institutions, steeped in history and tradition. [Read more]

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais du LuxembourgVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais du LuxembourgVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais du LuxembourgVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Palais du Luxembourg Journées du Patrimoine 2024 Paris, exceptional visit to the Senate Palais du Luxembourg and its greenhouses
The Senate takes part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024! Take advantage of the weekend of Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22 to discover the Palais du Luxembourg, the Petit Luxembourg and the greenhouses of the Jardin du Luxembourg. An exceptional opening not to be missed! [Read more]

Visuel Paris LouvreVisuel Paris LouvreVisuel Paris LouvreVisuel Paris Louvre Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: visit the art studios & backstage at the Louvre Museum
Event for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024! On Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, the art studios of the Musée du Louvre in Paris will be opening their doors to you (registration required). It's an opportunity to learn more about their unique expertise. And it's also a chance to go behind the scenes of the famous Parisian museum! [Read more]

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Le 19M, otherwise known as the Manufacture de mode Chanel, joins the program of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22! A rare opportunity to discover the savoir-faire of Chanel's Maisons d'art in a multi-faceted setting combining fashion, gastronomy and contemporary art. [Read more]

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This new edition of the Journées du Patrimoine will be full of surprises on September 21 and 22, 2024. For the occasion, Le Visionnaire - Espace François Dalle, better known as the historic headquarters of the L'Oréal group, is exceptionally opening its doors to visitors for free tours, subject to reservation. Ticket sales open this Wednesday afternoon, September 11! [Read more]

Do you already know all these places by heart? Then take a look at our guide to the museums you should visit, or discover the exceptional openings for the cultural weekend.

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The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris is also an opportunity to discover places that are usually closed to the public. We've compiled a list of places that will be opening their doors to you this weekend, September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]

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During the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, many museums and art foundations will be opening their doors free of charge in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Join us on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, for a program full of wonderful discoveries. [Read more]

Practical information

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

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