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.
Heritage Days 2024: visit the Paris Court of Appeal
Take advantage of the Heritage Days to visit the Paris Court of Appeal, located in the Palais de Justice. Join us on September 21, 2024 for a tour of France's judicial system. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: an unusual behind-the-scenes tour of Saint-Lazare station
For the Journées du Patrimoine, the Gare Saint-Lazare will be revealing its behind-the-scenes secrets on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024 during guided and commented tours (accessible on registration). [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: special tours of the Banque de France in Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22, the Banque de France, based at the Hôtel de Toulouse in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is opening its doors to you. It's an opportunity to visit its gilded gallery and ceremonial rooms, as well as to discover the history and activities of this French institution through a fun tour. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in the watchmaking wheels of Bucherer in Paris
To mark the 41st Heritage Days, Bucherer is opening its doors to watch lovers on Saturday, September 21, 2024. An opportunity to admire legendary watches from every angle during this exceptional event. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024, guided tours of the Odéon-théâtre de l'Europe in Paris
To mark the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Odéon-théâtre de l'Europe is opening its doors for guided backstage tours on Sunday September 22, 2024 only. An opportunity to conquer this cult venue. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Paris Observatory: free tour of the museum and dome
The Paris Observatory is getting into the spirit of the 2024 European Heritage Days by inviting the public to a free visit this Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: guided tour of the Stravinsky Fountain
On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, plunge into the artistic and colorful world of the Fontaine Stravinsky, an emblematic work of the 20th century located near the Centre Pompidou. Come and discover this Parisian treasure where modern art and history meet to create a unique experience. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: at Kering art and fashion creations by Cristóbal Balenciaga
The headquarters of the French luxury group Kering and the House of Balenciaga exceptionally open their doors to the public on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024 for the traditional Journées du Patrimoine. This year, discover a brand-new exhibition of contemporary art from the Pinault Collection, a selection of creations by couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga, and an immersive tour retracing the history and identity of Kering since its creation. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris: the program
The Musée du Carnavalet is taking part in the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. The Museum of the History of Paris will be offering tours of its collections. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit to the Holy Trinity Church construction site
The Church of the Holy Trinity opens its doors for the Heritage Days on Saturday, September 21, 2024. On the program: a tour of the current building site. [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.
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: not-to-be-missed openings and special tours
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]
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]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Prices
Free
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: not-to-be-missed openings and special tours
Heritage Days 2024 at museums and art foundations in Paris and the Île-de-France region
