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How can you visit the Gobelins Manufactory workshops, the prestigious art studios in Paris?

From tapestries destined for the Élysée to works by contemporary artists, the Gobelins Manufactory ranks among France's most prestigious art studios. Discover when and how you can visit its workshops.

Can you enter the Académie française? How to visit the Institut de France and admire its dome

Installée sous le célèbre Dôme de l’Institut de France, l’Académie française figure parmi les institutions les plus prestigieuses du pays. Derrière ses portes se cache une histoire de près de quatre siècles, une bibliothèque exceptionnelle, des traditions immuables et des séances où se dessine l’évolution de la langue française. Découvrez les coulisses de ce lieu emblématique... et les rares occasions de le visiter !

Heritage Days 2026: tours of the Hôtel de Massa, the jewel of the Society of Men of Letters

Heritage Days return to Paris. This Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Hôtel de Massa, home to the Society of Men of Letters, invites us to visit this historic monument. Reservations open on August 31, 2026.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: guided tours of Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet Church

For the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, head to the Left Bank to discover Saint-Nicolas du Chardonnet Church. The site’s treasures reveal why this house of worship remains one of the emblematic strongholds of active traditionalist Catholicism in Paris. See you on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the 5th arrondissement to uncover its history.

The Denfert-Rochereau bunker, Paris's secret Resistance site that you can visit for free.

Hidden beneath Denfert-Rochereau Square lies an old passive-defense shelter that became the headquarters of the Parisian Resistance in August 1944. An exceptional historic site, it had long been off-limits, but is now open to visitors.

Heritage Days 2026 at the Shoah Memorial in Paris

On the occasion of Heritage Days 2026, the Shoah Memorial opens its doors to the public once again, on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. Discover the program for this special weekend.

The Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: gourmet masterclasses at La Grande Épicerie

Du salé au sucré, La Grande Épicerie de Paris rolls up its sleeves for Journées Particulières 2026, October 16–18. Culinary and pastry masterclasses, emblematic recipes, chocolate and a behind-the-scenes look at the workshops: the house’s chefs reveal their expertise and the secrets of their craft.

The Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: Cheval Blanc's workshops exploring Japanese cuisine

Tea, futomakis and mochi headline the menu for Journées Particulières 2026 at Cheval Blanc Paris, October 16–18. At the Michelin-starred Hakuba restaurant, the chefs reveal the techniques, textures and precision that define Japanese culinary art, during public workshops.

Les Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: the editorial team of the Les Échos-Le Parisien Group opens its doors

What goes on before a story hits the front page? From October 16 to 18, 2026, the Les Échos-Le Parisien Group invites the public into its Paris newsroom for Journées Particulières, to discover the roles, methods, and conversations that shape the news.

The Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: a rare behind-the-scenes tour of Moynat's leather‑goods workshops

The Journées Particulières 2026 offer a rare peek inside Moynat's workshops. From October 16 to 18, visitors follow the journey of a creation, from leatherwork to the finishing touches, alongside the artisans who keep the know-how of this house, founded in 1849, alive.

The Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: go behind the scenes of the Babel show at Le Bon Marché

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche opens Babel’s backstage for Journées Particulières 2026, October 16–18. Around this nocturnal spectacle, the department store offers the public an unprecedented chance to meet the people who conceived and bring this creation to life.

World War I reenactment weekend at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux

On September 5 and 6, 2026, the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux will host nearly 300 reenactors for two days of living history in the museum’s park.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: rediscover the École des Beaux-Arts

L'école des Beaux-Arts de Paris invites the public to explore Heritage Days. Join us on 19 and 20 September 2026 to discover the program of the 43rd edition housed within this sublime building. A treat for art lovers!

The Château d’Ormesson and its vast estate will open to the public for the first time this summer, 2026.

One of Val-de-Marne’s best-kept secrets reveals its treasures to the public this summer for the first time, from July 27 to September 4, 2026. The Château d'Ormesson, a 16th-century estate that has remained in the same family for generations, invites walkers to explore its historic grounds and its sumptuous interior.

Montmartre, the Marais and the Latin Quarter on an unforgettable guided tour

Think you know Paris? Montmartre, the Marais, and the Latin Quarter overflow with little-known stories that the local guides from Cœur de Visites are eager to share with you.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: Auguste Comte’s house opens its doors to the public

The Maison d'Auguste Comte unveils its plans for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026 in Paris, as part of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days. Discover the programme for this edition.

European Heritage Days 2026: An exceptional guided tour at the Naval Museum of Sarcelles (Val-d'Oise)

The weekend of September 19–20, 2026, discover French maritime history for free at the Naval Museum of Sarcelles, through guided tours and activities for all.

La Maison du Pain de Commeny (95), an unusual museum offering tours and workshops for families

At the heart of the French Vexin, in Commeny in the Val-d'Oise (95), the Maison du Pain traces the history of this essential staple of the French diet through an educational trail set in the former grain loft of a bakery that remains in operation.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: Visit the Greek Cathedral of Saint-Stephane

For the 2026 Heritage Days, we’re off to discover Paris. Among the city’s lesser-known gems in the City of Light, let’s step into the Greek Cathedral of Saint-Stephen on September 19 and 20, 2026.

The medieval fortress of Beynes, the jewel of the Yvelines, has been linked to Diane de Poitiers.

A medieval fortress of the Yvelines, Beynes Castle hides a centuries‑old history and an unexpected link to Diane de Poitiers. Just 30 km from Paris, in the heart of this Yvelines town, its ruins—listed as a Historic Monument—are open to visits year‑round in Beynes. We set out to explore the site on a short break and now reveal a portion of its secrets.