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The Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: go behind the scenes at Bulgari's flagship on Place Vendôme

From gems to bags, Bulgari pulls back the curtain on its creations. From October 16 to 18, 2026, the Place Vendôme flagship will open its doors for free for LVMH's Journées Particulières.

Les Journées Particulières 2026: a free tour of La Samaritaine before it opens

Avant the first customers arrive, La Samaritaine opens its doors to a select few. From October 16 to 18, 2026, a free dawn tour lets you discover its Art Nouveau and Art Deco décor away from the daytime bustle.

Les Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: Free Italian pastry masterclasses at Cova

Cova unveils a few of its trade secrets from October 16 to 18, 2026. For LVMH’s Journées Particulières, the house’s pastry chefs will lead free masterclasses in Paris.

The Journées Particulières 2026: Guerlain makes an exceptional opening of its Sublime Reserve.

What if you take a rare peek inside Guerlain’s archives? From October 16 to 18, 2026, the Reserve des Sublimes—normally closed to the public—will open its doors for free as part of LVMH’s Journées Particulières.

The Journées Particulières 2026: a rare tour of Louis Vuitton's Prototype Workshop

Sketches, fabrics, patterns, mock-ups… Louis Vuitton opens the doors behind the scenes of its Prototype Workshop free of charge from October 16 to 18, 2026, as part of LVMH’s Journées Particulières.

The Royal Bridge, the stone bridge that has withstood more than three centuries of history

Floods, fires... It took overcoming numerous problems to build the Pont Royal, one of the oldest bridges in Paris still standing.

ZEN, the little corner of Japan that rekindles the appetite for the return to routine

September puts Paris back in motion. Between the Louvre and the Palais-Royal, ZEN resumes its double rhythm: a fast-paced Japanese canteen at lunch, an izakaya that takes its time in the evening.

Sofia Coppola offers free autograph sessions in Paris for the 20th anniversary of Marie Antoinette

Twenty years after turning Versailles into a pop-rock spectacle, Sofia Coppola reconnects with Marie Antoinette in Paris. The director will be at the Fondation Cartier on September 20, 2026 for a free autograph session.

Battle Pro 2026: meet the world’s best breaking dancers at the Théâtre du Châtelet

During the Battle Pro final, the world's best B-boying and B-girling dancers converge at the Théâtre du Châtelet on Saturday, October 10, 2026 for spectacular battles across three categories.

The Véro-Dodat Gallery, a covered passageway that exudes 19th‑century Paris charm

Discover the Galerie Véro-Dodat in Paris, a 19th‑century gem and one of the city's finest covered passages, tucked between Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Rue du Bouloi. Here’s its story and what you’ll find there!

Passage des Deux-Pavillons, Paris’s smallest covered passage.

Just a few metres from the Palais-Royal, a covered Parisian passage winds its way between two streets in the 1st arrondissement. Measuring a mere 33 metres, the Passage des Deux-Pavillons dates back to 1820 and still preserves decor inspired by its famed neighbour, the Galerie Vivienne.

Chanel Cambon, the historic flagship where Gabrielle Chanel established her House of Couture

Chanel, on Rue Cambon, is a story of style as much as of location. Since 1918, number 31 has housed a core part of the house’s DNA, blending the boutique, the couture salons, the workshops, and the famous mirrored staircase. A Parisian address to discover as much for its history as for the space itself.

Christian Louboutin (Véro-Dodat Gallery), the historic flagship for red-soled shoes.

Christian Louboutin took his first steps in one of Paris’s most beautiful covered passages. Since 1991, his very first boutique has been tucked away in the Galerie Véro-Dodat, in a setting steeped in history, where the red sole began to write its story.

Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : promenades à la découverte du Jardin des Tuileries

For Heritage Days in Paris, the Jardin des Tuileries invites you to dive into its history. "guided walks" await you on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. Enjoy this stroll at the heart of Paris.

The Church of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a Gothic jewel facing the Louvre

Just outside the Louvre, why not take a look at the Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a beautiful church in the 1st arrondissement of Paris?

Saint-Roch Church, a Baroque treasure in the 1st arrondissement

During the French Revolution, the Church of Saint-Roch was caught in the crossfire. Centuries later, it has once again become a beautiful, imposing church, containing real treasures, such as the divinely painted choir vault and the relief-like Chapelle de la Vierge. A must-see in Paris's 1st arrondissement!

Saint-Eustache Church, the monumental church that dominates the Halles district.

You can’t wander through Les Halles without a stop at Saint-Eustache Church, which towers over the district. Shall we drop by?

Cultural Heritage Fair 2026: the arts, crafts and heritage trades at the Carrousel du Louvre

The Cultural Heritage Fair is back this weekend, October 29 to November 1, 2026. For its 31st edition, Ateliers d'Art de France gathers more than 300 exhibitors at the Carrousel du Louvre, showcasing the revival of international cultural heritage and the craftsmanship of our artisans.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026: the Eiffel Tower and monuments lit up in pink in late September.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026 opens its campaign with a major evening on the Champ de Mars, opposite the Eiffel Tower and with landmarks across France lit in pink, to kick off a month of breast cancer awareness led by the Ruban Rose association.

Mona in the Street: the Mona Lisa gets a makeover in this exhibition at the Musée en Herbe

In spring 2027, the Musée en Herbe pays homage to the famous Mona Lisa. Urban artists reinvent Mona Lisa with the exhibition "Mona in the Street."