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La Crypte archéologique de Paris sous Notre-Dame rouvre ses portes

A special mission awaits you in the crypt beneath the forecourt of Notre-Dame for the Archaeology Days 2026.

Set out to discover the foundations of the city of Lutetia through this special program awaiting you in the Archaeological Crypt, beneath the forecourt of Notre-Dame de Paris, for the Archaeology Days weekend of June 12–14, 2026.

Dans la Seine : une expo de la Crypte archéologique dévoile les objets retrouvés dans la Seine

Dans la Seine: the exhibition at the Crypte archéologique reveals the objects found in the Seine

The Crypte Archéologique presents an exhibition that's as curious as it is amusing, revealing objects found in the Seine, from prehistory to the present day. Visit this unique exhibition from January 31, 2024, to January 4, 2026.

A remarkable after-hours night at the heart of this library, home to three secret museums, for the 2026 Night of Museums.

For the 2026 Night of Museums in Paris, we invite you to discover the Polish Library and its three secret museums, each paying tribute to a notable Polish figure: the Adam Mickiewicz Museum, the Chopin Salon, and the Bolesław Biegas Museum. Explore the program for this nocturnal edition on May 23, 2026!

Exhibition "Biegas et l’Ukraine": an artistic immersion at the Polish Library in Paris

The Polish Library of Paris invites you to its exhibition “Biegas and Ukraine,” a free cultural event not to be missed in the heart of Île Saint-Louis.

The Paris Commercial Court: Exclusive Tours of this Hidden Gem on the Île de la Cité

The Paris Commercial Court isn’t just the arbiter of financial disputes on the Île de la Cité: it stands as one of the most striking witnesses to Haussmann’s transformative renovations. Behind its neo-Renaissance architecture and imposing dome, this historic building conceals impressive technical feats and interior splendors largely unknown to the public—treasures revealed during exclusive guided tours.

This stunning monument on the Île de la Cité exhibits an asymmetry, the result of a whimsical decision by Haussmann.

Located on the Île de la Cité, at the very heart of Paris's historic judiciary district, the Commercial Court building stands as an often-overlooked masterpiece of the Second Empire era. With its imposing dome and lavish interior, this architectural gem conceals a bold design choice: a deliberately offset dome crafted to accommodate the urban planning visions of Baron Haussmann.

Clair Obscur, Expédition 33 : ces lieux qui existent réellement à Paris

Clair Obscur, Expedition 33: The Game Locations That Really Exist in Paris

A true global hit, the video game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 transports players into a universe where several locations are directly inspired by Paris. We reveal the real-life sites you can explore in the French capital for an authentic immersion into the City of Light.

Paris: On the Île Saint-Louis, this library hides three museums, one of which is dedicated to Chopin.

On Île Saint-Louis, the Polish Library of Paris not only holds a remarkable collection of literary works but also features three intimate museums dedicated to Chopin, Mickiewicz, and Bolesław Biegas—perfect for those eager to explore France's rich cultural ties with Poland.

Le 20 Maison de la Mutualité, le bistrot créatif et chaleureux à deux pas de Notre-Dame

Le 20 Maison de la Mutualité, the new creative and welcoming bistro just a stone's throw from Notre-Dame

In the heart of the 5th arrondissement, Le 20 is a new creative bistro hidden under the arches of the Maison de la Mutualité, where traditional cuisine flirts with the flavors of travel. A friendly place for a business lunch, dinner with friends, or a pre- or post-show meal in the Latin Quarter.

Salon des Bombasphères à Paris, nos photos - Salon des Bombasphères 9

Salon des Bombasphères: more than 100 street artists gathered in a legendary venue in Paris, our photos

Calling all street art lovers! The Salon des Bombasphères is setting up shop in a legendary location in the capital. From November 21 to December 18, 2025, head to Île Saint-Louis to discover more than 350 works and over 100 artists gathered for a hybrid event combining live painting, signings, workshops, and meetings. With "upcycling" as its theme, the Salon des Bombasphères invites the public to bring a forgotten object destined for the trash so that it can be reinvented right there on the spot!

A walk in the footsteps of Romain Gary in Paris, from Île Saint-Louis to rue du Bac

Paris was the discreet stage in the life of Romain Gary, the novelist with a thousand faces. From his apartments on the rue du Bac to his refuge on the Île Saint-Louis, discover the Paris Gary lived in and that his admirers continue to visit.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 au Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation

Heritage Days 2025: the program at the Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation

On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, discover the Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation, a place of remembrance located on the Île de la Cité in Paris. Immerse yourself in the history of the deportees of the Second World War, and take advantage of this poignant, free tour, exceptionally open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, September 20 and 21, 2025. A not-to-be-missed event for all history and heritage enthusiasts.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: events to discover the history of the Hôtel-Dieu in Paris

The historic Hôtel-Dieu hospital in Paris invites you to discover its history and secrets during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 20 and 21, 2025.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the Polish library and its hidden museums

The Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. An opportunity to discover this little-known Parisian landmark and its three confidential museums: the Adam Mickiewicz Museum, the Biegas Museum and the Frédéric Chopin Salon. Here's the program!

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine - Tribunal de Commerce

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Paris Commercial Court: exceptional guided tours

For the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Paris Commercial Court invites you to join us on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. Judge-lecturers will be on hand to offer exceptional guided tours of the court, built between 1860 and 1865.