Every year in September, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place all over Europe! Over the course of a weekend, the most beautiful monuments, museums, châteaux and other unusual sites open their doors to us, offering a rich program of free visits, unusual events and other surprises. This is your chance to conquer the sublime heritage of Paris and the whole of theÎle-de-France region! So don't miss the next dates: the Journées du Patrimoine return for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2023.
If you're passionate abouthistory andarchitecture, what would you say to a visit to one of Paris's sublime hôtels particuliers? These luxurious city residences await you in every corner of the capital. There have been no fewer than 2000 of them. Today, almost 400 remain. While some have since been converted into museums, libraries or embassies, others remain private and inaccessible.
And the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) are the perfect opportunity to discover these treasures of Parisian heritage through a great program of visits and even... some exceptional openings! So, are you ready to discover what's in store this year? Let's find out!
To make sure you don't miss out on any of the Journées du Patrimoine events taking place at Parisian townhouses, we recommend you keep this page and consult it regularly.
Heritage Days 2024: discover the Hôtel de Matignon, the Prime Minister's headquarters in Paris
Why not take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine to discover the Hôtel de Matignon and its sumptuous garden, on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024? Sign up for a free, exceptional tour of the Prime Minister's offices. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France
Exceptionally, to mark Heritage Days 2024, the Prefect of Île-de-France is opening the doors of his official residence, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, on Saturday September 21. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at Villa Beau-Chêne, also known as Josephine Baker's Villa, in Le Vésinet (78)
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, head to Le Vésinet (78) to discover the sumptuous Villa Beau-Chêne, or Josephine Baker's Villa, on Saturday September 21. A rare opportunity to plunge into the intimacy of the music-hall icon, as close as possible to her memories. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: guided tour of the Hôtel de l'Industrie
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 are coming soon to Paris! On Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd, you can discover cultural sites such as the Hôtel de l'Industrie, which are often closed to the public. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: free tour of the Hôtel d'Avaray in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 are just around the corner! This year, come and discover historic monuments, cultural sites and institutions usually closed to the public from September 21 to 22! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at Hôtel de Massa, home to the Société des Gens de Lettres
The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris. For the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, the Hôtel de Massa, home to the Société des Gens de Lettres, unveils an exhibition on its surrounding wall. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris at the Sauvegarde de l'Art Français: tours of the foundation
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, Sauvegarde de l'Art Français will be opening its doors on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Discover the program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris: the Musée de Cluny plunges into the heart of the Middle Ages
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris, the Musée de Cluny invites you to dive into the heart of the Middle Ages. See you on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Palace and Garden of the King of Rome, Rambouillet (78)
In Rambouillet, we've got a whole host of cultural events lined up for the Heritage Days. Here's what's in store for you at the Palais du roi de Rome and in its garden this weekend, September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Yvelines Prefecture in Versailles (78)
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22, offer you the exceptional opportunity to visit the Préfecture des Yvelines in Versailles. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this emblematic site, usually closed to the public, and explore its hidden treasures during this unique weekend. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Maison de Beauté Carita, an elegant mansion in Paris
This autumn, immerse yourself in the excitement of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 and discover the hidden secrets of Paris and the Île-de-France region. On Sunday September 22, drop into Maison Carita, the chic beauty address nestled in the heart of Paris, and unravel the mysteries of this iconic townhouse. Reservations open in September. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit and meetings with academics at the Dosne-Thiers Foundation
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 (Heritage Days 2024) take place this year on the weekend of September 21 and 22! This year, the Fondation Dosne-Thiers, located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, welcomes the public for open visits and meetings with academics. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: the Romanian Embassy opens its doors for a guided tour
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place in Paris over the weekend of December 21 and 22, and provide an opportunity to discover places that are rarely open to the public, such as the Palais de Béhage, home to the Romanian Embassy. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Fondation Singer Polignac, the mysterious 16th-century townhouse
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 on September 21 and 22, discover the sumptuous salons of the Fondation Singer-Polignac, usually closed to visitors. Reservations open on August 22, 2024! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 the Science Po Paris campus in the Hôtel de l'artillerie
During the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22, plunge into the heart of Paris and discover the secrets of the Hôtel de l'Artillerie, a historic monument dating back to the 16th century. From its prestigious past to its architectural treasures, get ready for a memorable visit! [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]
Journées du patrimoine 2024: events at arrondissement town halls in Paris
Paris' arrondissement town halls are opening their doors to us on September 21 and 22, 2024: discover the events planned for the Journées du Patrimoine. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the École des Mines de Paris and its museum in the Hôtel de Vendôme
To mark the 41st Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), École Mines Paris - PSL is inviting the curious to discover its building, located in the Hôtel de Vendôme, and its Museum of Mineralogy on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: historic gems hidden in the greenery of Le Vésinet (78)
During the Journées du Patrimoine on September 21 and 22, 2024, stop off at Le Vésinet, a veritable haven of greenery close to Paris. Prepare your itinerary now with our program of events and visits to this charming commune in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Ministry of Education: visit to the Hôtel de Rochechouart
The French Ministry of Education and Youth is opening the doors of the Hôtel de Rochechouart in Paris for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. Don't miss this visit on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Institut Giacometti in Paris: the weekend program
On the occasion of the 41st Journées du Patrimoine, the Institut Giacometti invites Parisians and Ile-de-France residents to discover the premises during tours on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée Guimet and the Japanese garden of the Hôtel d'Heidelbach
The Musée Guimet is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine, held this year on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. It's an opportunity to discover the museum of Asian arts, as well as the Hôtel Heidelbach, a beautiful private mansion housing a traditional tea pavilion in its secret garden. Registration required! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Ministry of Agriculture's Hôtel de Villeroy
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) return for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Why not take the opportunity to discover the Ministry of Agriculture and the magnificent Hôtel de Villeroy that houses it? [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the Maison Boucheron - Hôtel de Nocé reveals its secrets
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, jeweler Boucheron invites you to discover its historic boutique-atelier on Place Vendôme. Tours are organized for the weekend of September 21-22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Ministry of the Interior - Hôtel de Beauvau
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Ministry of the Interior is opening its doors to Parisians on September 21 and 22, 2024. An opportunity to visit the Hôtel de Beauvau, located in the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: behind-the-scenes tour of the Administrative Court - Hôtel d'Aumont
The Journées du Patrimoine, which return on September 21 and 22, 2024, invite you to discover a Parisian jewel: the Tribunal Administratif de Paris, located in the emblematic Hôtel d'Aumont. Immerse yourself in the history of this exceptional site and explore the rooms of this 17th-century building during an unforgettable visit! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature in Paris
How about a visit to the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature on September 21 and 22, 2024, during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days)? Free admission to the museum and its exhibition! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: visit the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner in Paris
To mark the 41st Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner in Paris is opening its doors free of charge on September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Hôtel de Roquelaure, Ministry of Ecological Transition, Paris
Looking for an exceptional visit for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024? In Paris, the Hôtel de Roquelaure, now the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, unveils its program for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Paris Administrative Court of Appeal - Hôtel de Beauvais
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, discover the Hôtel de Beauvais, home to the Paris Administrative Court of Appeal since 2003. Built in 1654 for Catherine de Beauvais, this listed monument is brimming with trompe-l'œil and false symmetry. Join us on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024 for this exceptional opening. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Quai d'Orsay, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Paris
How about taking advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris to experience some exceptional visits? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is opening its doors to you to unveil an unprecedented program on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: the Ministry of Justice opens its doors to you
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Ministry of Justice is opening the doors of the Hôtel de Bourvallais on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. During a self-guided tour, you can discover the office of the Minister of Justice. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: visit General de Gaulle's office at the Faubourg Saint-Germain
During the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 21 and 22, 2024, visit General de Gaulle's office and immerse yourself in history, in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: the little-known Musée Cognacq-Jay opens its doors to us
For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement, is opening its doors to all visitors on September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Legion of Honor and museum
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, why not visit the Grande Chancellerie? On Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Legion of Honor, opens its doors to you for a totally redesigned visit. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at Pavillon Boncourt, Ministry of Higher Education, Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine return to Paris and the Île-de-France region on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. An opportunity to conquer the Boncourt Pavilion, home to the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris: free tours
The Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris will be unveiling its backstage areas for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: free tour of the Ministry of the Armed Forces - Hôtel de Brienne
How about visiting the Ministry of the Armed Forces for the Journées du Patrimoine? As part of the 41st edition of the event, the Hôtel de Brienne opens its doors to you for exceptional visits on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. On the program: self-guided tours and a visit to the office of the current Minister of the Armed Forces, subject to registration. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Alsatian School in Paris: the program of visits
The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris, and for the occasion, the Alsatian school in the 6th arrondissement is exceptionally opening its doors and unveiling its program for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: free tour of the Bibliothèque Forney - Hôtel de Sens
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris, the Hôtel de Sens, home to the Bibliothèque Forney, is opening its doors to us free of charge on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: discover the Ecole des Beaux-Arts
The École des Beaux-Arts de Paris opens its doors to you for the Journées du Patrimoine. Join us on September 21 and 22, 2024 to discover the program for this 41st edition. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Paris
Have you always dreamed of discovering Qatar? During the Journées du Patrimoine, you can get a taste of it with a free tour of the Qatari embassy, to be experienced this Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit the Austrian Embassy in Paris
Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine to discover the Austrian Embassy, a magnificent private mansion that is opening the doors of its historic salons free of charge on Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the French Academy of Agriculture in Paris
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Académie d'Agriculture de France is opening its doors to reveal its program! See you on September 21 and 22, 2024! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: discover the Argentine Embassy in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine take over the Argentine Embassy in Paris. Discover the program for this exceptional weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit the Cervantes Institute and the Octavio Paz Library
The Journées du Patrimoine will be held in Paris on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. Don't miss the Institut Cervantes and the Octavio Paz Library in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Hôtel de Sully: tour of the Duchess's apartments
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, the Duchesse's apartments, the Orangerie and every nook and cranny of the Hôtel de Sully are exceptionally opening their doors in the Marais district on September 21 and 22. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: exceptional tours of the Banque de France - video
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 the public. It's an opportunity to visit its gilded gallery and ceremonial rooms, and to discover the history and activities of this French institution. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: exceptional opening of the Hôtel Pereire - Del Duca Foundation
The Hôtel Pereire, headquarters of the Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca - Institut de France, opens its doors for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. On September 21 and 22, plunge into the heart of Parisian heritage and explore this historic building enhanced by photos, videos and archives. An opportunity not to be missed in Paris! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
