Architecture - activities

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Musée des Plans-reliefs in Paris: the program for this nocturne

Nuit des Musées 2024 returns to Paris and the Île-de-France region. For the occasion, the Musée des Plans-Reliefs, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, is opening its doors to us by night, and unveiling a special program.

When the city takes to the Games: nomadic fan zones on show at the Cité de l'architecture

To mark the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Mini Maousse microarchitecture competition asked students to design nomadic fan zones, to be discovered at an exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture, from March 20, 2024.

Discover the Espaces d'Abraxas, Noisy's famous filming location, on guided tours.

In Noisy-le-Grand, Les Espaces d'Abraxas is particularly well known for having hosted several film shoots, including blockbusters. You now have the opportunity to discover this architectural complex with its unusual design, during guided tours.

Les Arènes de Picasso, the emblematic real estate complex in Noisy-le-Grand (93)

The Palacio d'Abraxas, designed by Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill, is well known in Noisy-le-Grand, but you may have already caught a glimpse of this unusual building nicknamed "les camemberts de Noisy".

Le Corbusier's Maison La Roche: visit the iconic architect's work in Paris

In the 16th arrondissement of Paris, an architectural treasure emerges: the Maison La Roche, the fruit of the innovative spirit of Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret in the 1920s. A pioneer of architectural purism, this daring residence redefined the rules of modern architecture. Today, the Maison La Roche has become a symbol of innovation and creativity, welcoming the public to design and contemporary art exhibitions. A great opportunity to (re)discover its spaces!

Journées Nationales de l'Architecture 2023: the program in Paris and the Île-de-France region

The Journées nationales de l'Architecture are back from October 13 to 15, 2023, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. A weekend-long opportunity to visit unusual and historic sites, and to take part in workshops and meetings with architects.

Discover the magnificent cathedral building on rue Réaumur and its astrological clock

For a little architectural stroll, choose Paris's 2nd arrondissement, and rue Réaumur in particular. It's packed with exceptional facades, including a cathedral building with a clock and astrological wheel.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: family visits and events at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs

To mark the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), the Musée des Plans-Reliefs in Paris invites young and old alike to come and discover the 28 plan-reliefs on display in the heart of the Invalides, and to learn about the art of scale models on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023.

History of the Tournelles Synagogue

The Synagogue des Tournelles has a rather astonishing architectural feature. Originally, a certain Gustave Eiffel...

History of the Nazareth Synagogue

Built during the Second Empire, the Nazareth Synagogue is well worth a stop to discover its beautiful architecture.

History of the Rue Pavée Synagogue - Agoudas Hakehilos

The Synagogue de la Rue Pavée is intriguing. It's impossible to pass by without noticing the undulations of its Art Nouveau façade.

History of the Buffault Synagogue

In the 9th arrondissement, nestle a beautiful synagogue in the Romanesque-Byzantine style: the Synagogue Buffault.

History of the Grande Synagogue de Paris

Fancy a visit to the largest synagogue in Paris? Head for the Synagogue de la Victoire, built during the Second Empire.

Réinventer Paris II, underground revolution

Paris City Hall reveals the list of the 20 projects that made the final call for project for “Réinventer Paris II” [Reinventing Paris II]. 20 underground sites as remarkable as unoccupied will be fitted by 2025.

A new district will be created in the 15th district of Paris!

The 15th arrondissement will undergo a metamorphosis in the coming years, with the construction of two buildings and the creation of a new street. This major project is led by the RATP and should be completed by 2022.