Palais royal district

How can you tour the backstage of the Comédie-Française and see what goes on behind the scenes?

The Comédie-Française occasionally opens the doors to its backstage areas. Discover the dressing rooms, the technical spaces, and the traditions of the prestigious House of Molière.

How to visit the Bank of France in the Hôtel de Toulouse and its spectacular Golden Gallery?

In the heart of Paris’s 1st arrondissement, behind the imposing gates of the Bank of France, lies the Hôtel de Toulouse. Former residence of Louis XIV’s legitimized son, this 17th‑century masterpiece houses the sumptuous Golden Gallery, regarded as one of the city’s most beautiful interiors. An exceptional treasure that is only revealed for a few days each year.

Peut-on visiter le Conseil d'État à Paris ? Voici comment découvrir le Palais-Royal autrement

Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : step inside the Conseil d'État at the Palais-Royal

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, September 19 and 20, 2026, the Conseil d'État will, exceptionally, open the doors to its headquarters housed in the Palais-Royal in Paris. A rare opportunity to discover this historic institution, its architectural heritage, and the workings behind France's highest administrative court. Reservations open on September 1, 2026.

Conseil constitutionnel à Paris : quand et comment visiter le Palais-Royal ?

Heritage Days 2026: an exceptional chance to visit the Constitutional Council at the Palais-Royal

On 19 and 20 September 2026, the European Heritage Days offer an exceptional chance to discover the Constitutional Council, housed in the Palais-Royal in Paris. A rare opportunity to step inside this Republic institution, explore its historic salons, and gain a deeper understanding of its role at the heart of French democracy.

Can you visit the Conseil d'État in Paris? Here’s how to discover the Palais-Royal in a different way

Based in the Palais-Royal, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, the Conseil d’État is among the capital’s most discreet institutions. Many people think it opens its doors only on rare occasions. Yet several options let you discover this historic site. Here’s how to visit!

Heritage Days 2026: exclusive tours of the Bank of France in Paris

On the occasion of the 2026 Heritage Days, the Bank of France — housed in the Hôtel de Toulouse in the 1st arrondissement of Paris — will exceptionally open its doors on Saturday, September 19. It’s a chance to tour its gilded gallery and grand salons, and to explore the bank’s history and activities through a playful, engaging visit.

Constitutional Council in Paris: when and how to visit the Palais-Royal?

In the Montpensier Wing of the Palais-Royal, the Constitutional Council operates off the beaten path of the usual tours. Its rooms are rarely open to the public, but a few opportunities still let you step inside. Here is when and how to discover this Parisian institution.

Kodawari Ueno : nos photos de ce restaurant de ramen de canard à Paris

Kodawari Ueno: duck ramen to savor under the railway tracks of a Tokyo station — our photos

Nouvelle adresse dédiée au ramen à Paris ! The Kodawari brand keeps widening its footprint in the capital with its immersive, mouthwatering concept. For its third Parisian restaurant, tucked away in the 1st arrondissement, Kodawari invites diners to savor duck ramen beneath the railway arches of a famous Tokyo station. Here’s what you need to know about this new venue, named Kodawari Ueno.

Edmond d'Alexis Michalik au théâtre du Palais Royal

Alexis Michalik's Edmond returns to the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review

Edmond, Alexis Michalik’s third play, which premiered at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal in 2016, is still on at the Théâtre du Ier arrondissement. After earning more than five Molières, the show returns on 2 October 2026.

L'Eglise Saint-Roch, vaste église du 1er arrondissement

Music Festival 2026 in Paris: police officers drop in at Saint-Roch Church

Want to celebrate the Music Festival at a unique spot in Paris? This Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Baroque Ensemble of the Police Music will give a free concert at Saint-Roch Church.

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World Music Day 2026 in Paris: a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta on Place Colette

And what if we discovered a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta this year for Make Music Day? This Sunday, June 21, 2026, head to Place Colette in Paris’s 1st arrondissement for a day packed with classical music!

Fête de la Musique 2026: Jazz and Thomas Dutronc to perform in the gardens of the Palais-Royal

On the occasion of Music Day, the Ministry of Culture is serving up a superb summer evening of music to be enjoyed this Sunday, June 21, 2026, in the gardens of the Palais-Royal. This year, get ready to groove to the jazz rhythms, featuring Thomas Dutronc, the Metro musicians, and the Dry Bayou swing quartet. Here’s the detailed lineup!

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A famous Japanese brand turns a grand townhouse into a showroom apartment with its pop-up in Paris.

A renowned Japanese retailer is setting up at the Palais Royal with an immersive pop-up from June 20 to July 5, 2026. Across a Japanese market, a show apartment, everyday objects and a snack break, the Japanese art of living takes up residence in Paris.

Zen, le restaurant où déguster de vrais sushis japonais à Paris

ZEN, the elegance of Japanese cuisine in the heart of Paris

In the Louvre district of Paris’s 1st arrondissement, the Japanese restaurant ZEN has earned a solid reputation. Founded in 2006 by Zen Okawa, the house upholds the tradition of authentic Japanese cuisine, switching from a Nipponese lunch canteen to a gourmet Izakaya at dinner.

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