Heritage Days: places open only on Saturdays in Paris and the Île-de-France region

The first Heritage Days were held in France in 1984, on the initiative of the then Minister of Culture, Jack Lang. Forty years later, the event has become a popular European rendezvous. Over the course of a weekend, thousands of historic, artistic, cultural and political sites open their doors to the general public, enabling us to (re)discover these treasures of our heritage.

Every year in Paris and the Île-de-France region, (many) sites offer a host of events and visits. Museums, castles, ministries, churches, gardens and natural sites, swimming pools, historic monuments, department stores: everyone takes part in this great cultural celebration!

The next edition of the Journées du Patrimoine will take place on September 21 and 22, 2024. The majority of participating sites will be open to the public for the whole weekend... But beware: some are only open every other day! To make sure you don't get caught out, we've listed below the places open only on Saturday September 21.

Thanks to this selection, you'll be able to organize your weekend and see as many places as possible, on Saturday AND Sunday! Please note that many sites require advance booking: check the access conditions for each venue before your visit, to avoid disappointment.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: puppet and inclusion day at Théâtre aux Mains Nues
This year's Journées du Patrimoine 2024 will take place on September 21 and 22. To mark the occasion, the Théâtre aux mains nues is organizing an open house on "puppets and inclusion" on Saturday 21! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at Lucas Carton: Visit the Art Nouveau restaurant
Guided tours of the historic restaurant are on the program for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at Lucas Carton this Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: visit the Lycée Chaptal in Paris
The 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine will be held on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024! Why not take advantage of this opportunity to push open the doors of the Lycée Chaptal, nestled in the 8th arrondissement of Paris? [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: 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 in Paris: discover the sublime decorations and designs of Atelier Kostia
On the weekend of September 21 to 22, 2024, let yourself be surprised by the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine! In Paris, in addition to free visits to the most emblematic institutions, the event will take you to the workshops of art craftsmen, exceptionally open for the occasion. [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]

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]

Heritage Days 2024: the program at the Institut national des jeunes aveugles in Paris
On the weekend of September 21 and 22, Paris is once again hosting the Journées du Patrimoine: a unique opportunity to (re)discover the rich heritage of our beautiful capital. Shall we go? [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: games and tours at the Paris School of Pharmacy
Are you passionate about science and medicine? Be sure to visit the Faculty of Pharmacy on September 21 and 22, 2024, during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: program and tours at the Institut national des Jeunes Sourds in Paris
During the Journées du patrimoine 2024, on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, discover the Institut national des Jeunes Sourds, in Paris. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales (Inalco)
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales invites you to discover its facilities on Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: guided tour of the Maison Saint-Sulpice
On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Maison Saint-Sulpice in Paris opens its doors for an exceptional visit on September 21 and 22, 2024. Immerse yourself in the history of this former 17th-century seminary, explore its peaceful gardens and discover its central role in the religious and cultural life of Paris! [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: discover the Maison Poincaré, the mathematics museum in Paris
On September 21 and 22, 2024, the Maison Poincaré is determined to make you love mathematics, thanks to various events organized for the Journées du Patrimoine. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: a playful visit to the International Visual Theatre in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back and will be held on September 21 and 22 for the year 2024! For the occasion, the International Visual Theatre, an emblematic venue for deaf culture, is offering you an original and entertaining visit, while immersing you in the world of sign language. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Carrière des Capucins and the Cloister of Port-Royal, Paris
If you're a fan of the Catacombs, come and discover the Carrière des Capucins during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 21, 2024, and take the opportunity to survey the Cloître de Port-Royal, in the heart of Hôpital Cochin. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at Sorbonne University - Campus Pierre et Marie Curie
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, we're off to Sorbonne Université, on the Pierre et Marie Curie Campus, to discover an exhibition on mineral pigments and their uses. Join us on September 21 and 22 to discover the fac de Jussieu and its scientific heritage! [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]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Académie nationale de médecine: free guided tour
The Académie nationale de médecine will be opening its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 21, as part of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. During a visit, you can learn more about the history and mission of the Academy, while admiring the beauty of its Art Nouveau building! [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Bibliothèque Sorbonne-Nouvelle, campus Nation
September 21 and 22, 2024 mark the return of the European Heritage Days. Among the treasures of Paris, don't miss a visit to the Bibliothèque Sorbonne-Nouvelle, a sanctuary of knowledge and Nation's newest architectural jewel. Discover its rich history and exceptional collections during this special weekend! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture Paris Malaquais
Join us on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, for the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days)! For the occasion, the Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture Paris-Malaquais, located on the site of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, unveils its program! [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: behind the scenes at Printemps Nation in eastern Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, Printemps Nation will be revealing its behind-the-scenes secrets and anecdotes on Saturday September 21. Book one of the 100% free tours to (re)discover the department store in eastern Paris! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Church of Saint Elisabeth de Hungrie in Paris
Discover the beautiful Eglise Sainte-Elisabeth-de-Hongrie, in the 3rd arrondissement, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the Museum of Radiology and Medical Imaging
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, in Paris and throughout the Île-de-France region. If you're a fan of science and medical technology, the Musée de la radiologie et de l'imagerie médicale has the program for you! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Paris Observatory: guided tour of the museum and dome
The Observatoire de Paris is getting into the spirit of the 2024 European Heritage Days, on September 21, by inviting the public to a free visit. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: visits to the Lycée Voltaire in Paris
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Lycée Voltaire is opening its doors free of charge for guided tours on Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: discover the Centre national du livre - CNL in Paris
Lovers of literature and reading of all kinds are invited to join us at the Centre National du Livre for a guided tour and exhibition on September 21, during the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: (re)discover Lafont, the historic eyewear boutique, in Madeleine
To take in the sights during the Journées du Patrimoine, head for the emblematic Lafont boutique, the kingdom of eyewear in Paris, on Saturday September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at Hôpital Sainte-Anne and its amazing museum in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 are also an opportunity to discover Parisian healthcare establishments. We're taking you on a tour of the Sainte-Anne hospital center, with a special program for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: take part in the marathon between the Arènes de Lutèce and the Stade de France
Here's a new challenge for these Journées du Patrimoine 2024: this Saturday, September 21, take part in the Marathon Jeunes, linking the Arènes de Lutèce to the Stade de France. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Lithuanian Embassy in Paris: meetings and art on the program
On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Lithuanian Embassy invites you to discover its premises on Saturday, September 21, 2024. It's the perfect time to discover one of Paris's most beautiful private mansions. [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]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: events at the Finnish Embassy in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine return to Paris and the Île-de-France region on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. It's an opportunity to push open the doors of museums, monuments and unusual, little-known places like the Finnish Embassy, nestled in the capital's 7th arrondissement. [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: guided tour of the Théâtre Silvia Monfort in Paris
The Théâtre Silvia Monfort, located in the 15th arrondissement, is telling its story through guided tours on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on Saturday September 21. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Rachmaninoff Conservatory in Paris: musical initiations
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the prestigious Rachmaninoff conservatory in Paris is opening its doors to you and offering free introductory music lessons this Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: free tours of the Czech Republic embassy
For Heritage Days, visit the Czech Embassy on September 21 and 22, 2024 to discover a magnificent site steeped in history! [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: visit the Lycée Colbert in Paris
Discover the educational heritage of a 150-year-old lycée: Lycée Colbert, located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. Join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024 for a free tour of the lycée as part of the new Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). [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: visit the magnificent Lycée Jacques Decour (9th arrondissement)
For their 2024 edition, the European Heritage Days take place on the weekend of September 21 and 22: an opportunity to visit many places that open to the public for this one weekend of the year, like the Lycée Jacques Decour, in the 9th arrondissement. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: Discover the Cité Falguière
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. Discover 150 years of living heritage at travaers l'Atelier 11. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at La Briqueterie in Vitry-sur-Seine (94), the program
La Briqueterie de Vitry-sur-Seine is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday, September 21, 2024, and invites us to discover the activities of this national choreographic development center. [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]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: visit to the Mongolian embassy in Boulogne-Billancourt (92)
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Mongolian Embassy in Boulogne-Billancourt will be opening its doors to you on September 21, 2024. What's on the program? A cultural plunge into this beautiful country. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: an unusual visit to the Villenoy conical air-raid shelter (77)
Do you know the conical air-raid shelter at Villenoy? Don't miss the 2024 edition of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) to discover this unique monument located in Seine-et-Marne. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the L'Oréal factory in Rambouillet (78), the temple of hair care.
For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the L'Oréal Factory in Rambouillet is exceptionally opening its doors to the public on Saturday, September 21, 2024! A rare opportunity to enter the heart of the hair care factory and discover its robots and automated production lines. Reservations open in September. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Château du Grand Jard in Voisenon (77), the program
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take over the Paris region this weekend, September 21 and 22, 2024. In Seine-et-Marne, a program of special visits awaits us at the Château du Grand Jard, in Voisenon. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: a cine-concert at the Pavillon Baltard, Nogent-sur-Marne (94)
The Pavillon Baltard is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 with a varied program to be discovered free of charge on September 21. An exceptional opportunity to discover the former Halle de Paris in Nogent-sur-Marne! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: guided tours at the Théâtre Montansier (78)
To mark the 41st Journées du Patrimoine, the Théâtre Montansier in Versailles welcomes you for guided tours on Saturday, September 21, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: visit the reserves of the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Saint-Denis (93)
To mark Heritage Days 2024, the Musée des Arts et Métiers is opening the doors of its reserves in Saint-Denis this Saturday, September 21. Over 80,000 objects have been catalogued, restored and conserved since 1994. Please note that registration is compulsory! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at Paris Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Seine-Saint-Denis (93), how would you like to discover France's leading airport? That's right, Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport is the setting for guided tours this year. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: a sweet and savory visit to the Confiserie Kubli (91)
For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Kubli confectionery will be opening the doors of its factory on September 21, 2024. An opportunity to combine heritage and delicacies... [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: take a behind-the-scenes look at the Salle Agnès Varda in Juvisy-sur-Orge
The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 also takes place in cinemas! On Saturday, September 21, you can take a behind-the-scenes look at the Salle Agnès Varda cinema in Juvisy-sur-Orge (91). [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: L'Oréal World Headquarters opens its doors to you
This autumn, take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 to explore little-known sites in Paris and the Île-de-France region. On Saturday September 21, enter the L'Oréal World Headquarters in Clichy (92) and discover the secrets of the most famous cosmetics group during this exceptional opening. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise (95): free visit to the Van Gogh exhibition
The Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise awaits you this Saturday, September 21, 2024, for the Heritage Days. Discover this year's program. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at La Seine Musicale (92): the program
La Seine Musicale is once again taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 (Heritage Days 2024), offering a day of discovery, with visits and events! We reveal the program for this exceptional weekend! [Read more]

Enjoy Heritage Days in the Paris region!