Invalides district

The Roger Vivier House opens the doors of its grand townhouse for Heritage Days 2026.

Want to slip behind the scenes at Roger Vivier? The house is opening its Paris townhouse for a rare peek, revealing its world, its archives and its craftsmanship during the European Heritage Days, on 19 and 20 September 2026.

Gospel Dream: A vibrant celebration of Afro-American gospel in August 2026 in Paris

Gospel Dream Choir brings its artistry to Paris's most beautiful churches for a series of exceptional concerts in August 2026. A unique musical experience that celebrates hope, unity, and resilience through the authentic songs of the African-American church.

Explorations: a matter of state? The Army Museum's historical exhibition has been permanently closed.

The Army Museum traces three centuries of history and discoveries, with the exhibition Explorations: a State Affair? Initially planned to run until August 16, 2026, the exhibition had to close permanently ahead of schedule.

Is it possible to visit the Hôtel de Monaco, the magnificent palace housing the Polish embassy?

Built for a Princess of Monaco and later home to the Polish Embassy, the Hôtel de Monaco is an elegant Parisian townhouse. Explore its history and the rare opportunities to visit.

How can you visit the Hôtel de Lassay, the Paris residence of the president of the National Assembly?

Official residence of the President of the National Assembly, the Hôtel de Lassay houses ceremonial salons, a secret garden, and more than three centuries of history. A prestigious venue, exceptionally open to the public.

Can you visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, the grand townhouse and residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France?

Usually closed to the public, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, official residence of the prefect of the Île-de-France region, will exceptionally open its historic salons and its garden for the European Heritage Days.

Heritage Days 2026: Explore the Ministry of the Armed Forces — Hôtel de Brienne in Paris

What if we paid a visit to the Ministry of the Armed Forces for Heritage Days? As part of the 43rd edition of the event, the Hôtel de Brienne opens its doors for exceptional tours on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Can you visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs? Behind the scenes at the Quai d'Orsay

Set along the Seine for more than 175 years, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs ranks among the Republic’s most prestigious palaces. Better known as the Quai d’Orsay, it houses France’s diplomacy yet remains one of Paris’s most underappreciated seats of power.

National Assembly: can you go into the hemicycle for tours? What you need to know

In Paris, the National Assembly and its famous hemicycle are not just for members of parliament. The public can also enter the Palais Bourbon, explore several rooms, and, on certain days, attend a session. Booking, access, and visiting rules: here’s how it works!

The Musée d’Orsay answers back to the Comédie-Française with five special evenings starting in October 2026.

Paintings, literature, theatre and music come together at the Musée d’Orsay from October 10, 2026, to February 4, 2027. In partnership with the Comédie-Française, the institution brings Claude Monet’s letters to life before giving Nana, Émile Zola’s novel, its voice again through four piano-accompanied readings.

Renoir and Love: the retrospective exhibition, a landmark event at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris — final days

When love becomes light, Renoir turns it into art. With the exhibition "Renoir et l'amour" (March 17 - July 19, 2026), the Musée d'Orsay brings together his major masterpieces for a retrospective as modern as it is tender, in collaboration with the National Gallery in London and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Summer vacations at the Musée d'Orsay in 2026: free activities for the whole family

Until August 30, 2026, the Orsay Museum is offering "Vacances à Orsay," a program of playful and creative activities for children and families. Installed in the museum's reception hall, this initiative is free with an admission ticket to the museum.

Heritage Days 2026: visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, the residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France

In a rare move for the 2026 Heritage Days, the Prefect of Île-de-France will open the doors to his official residence, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, on Saturday, September 19.

Heatwave: Orsay Museum to close early during peak heat

As a fresh heatwave hits Île-de-France, the situation is prompting adjustments at several cultural sites, with the Musée d’Orsay cutting its hours from July 15 to 17, 2026. Visitors are urged to plan ahead for this spell of intense heat.

Restaurant Cléo: a secret terrace and gourmet cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement

This summer, head to Cléo, the 7th arrondissement’s best-kept secret. Behind its discreet façade lies a leafy patio where you can savor chef Alexandre Semperé’s contemporary fine dining, just moments from the Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III.

Heritage Days 2026 at the Ministry of National Education, visit to the Hôtel de Rochechouart

The Ministry of National Education and Youth opens the doors of the Hôtel de Rochechouart in Paris for Heritage Days 2026. Don’t miss this visit on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, during the event’s 43rd edition.

Fashion Week: Dior Haute Couture’s scenography on view at the Rodin Museum

What if Fashion Week could be visited like an exhibition? From July 7 to 12, 2026, the Rodin Museum will reveal to the general public the staging of Dior Haute Couture Autumn–Winter 2026–2027, normally reserved for guests.

The Army Museum offers free admission to all on July 14 — explore the day’s schedule.

On the occasion of France’s national day, July 14, 2026, the Army Museum will open its doors to the public free of charge. A not-to-be-missed deal!

Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : family-friendly tours and activities at the Museum of Plans-Reliefs

On the occasion of Heritage Days, the Musée des Plans-Reliefs in Paris invites children and adults alike to discover the 28 relief models on display in the heart of Les Invalides and to try their hand at the art of model-making on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Heritage Days 2026 at the Quai d'Orsay, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in Paris.

Et si on profitait des Journées du Patrimoine à Paris pour vivre des visites exceptionnelles ? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs opens its doors to unveil an unprecedented program for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026.