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Heritage Days 2026: visit the Conciergerie, the former prison of the French Revolution in Paris

On the occasion of European Heritage Days, the Conciergerie is opening its doors to visitors free of charge on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. What's on the agenda? Free, self-guided tours of this former Parisian prison steeped in history. Don’t miss this great tip!

The Conciergerie in Paris: a monument symbolic of the French Revolution

The Conciergerie is a historic building on the Ile de la Cité in Paris. Since its construction in the 10th century, this monument has been the seat of the Palais de Justice and a prison in turn. It was here that Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned.

The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris

The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.

European Heritage Days 2026: discovering Sainte-Chapelle, Paris’s monument of a thousand stained-glass windows

Take advantage of the new edition of Heritage Days to step inside the magnificent Sainte-Chapelle, this architectural gem of the capital built in the 13th century. On Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, come learn more about this hidden edifice, built to guard the Crown of Thorns of Christ.

Nights of Saint Roch: an immersive sound-and-light show in the heart of a Parisian church

From October 1, 2026, Saint-Roch Church will transform for an immersive experience. With monumental 3D video mapping, poetic theatrical storytelling, and live music featuring a choir and orchestra, the Artists' Parish invites you to travel through the History of Art.

The Louvre reveals its art studios and secrets for Heritage Days 2026

Event for Heritage Days! On Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, the Louvre Museum’s art studios in Paris will open their doors to the public for a rare appearance (registration required). A chance to learn more about their unique know-how. It is also an opportunity to explore the architecture of the iconic Parisian museum! Reservations are open, here’s what to expect this weekend.

Viktor & Rolf: a fashion‑event exhibition set to open at the Musée des Arts décoratifs in 2027

Sculptural gowns, exaggerated volumes, trompe-l'œil and spectacular silhouettes: the Musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris dedicates its next major retrospective to Viktor & Rolf from January 28 to July 4, 2027. A chance to discover thirty years of haute couture where fashion waltzes with contemporary art.

Did you know? You can take art history courses at the Louvre in Paris.

In Paris, the École du Louvre offers the general public art history courses, open to non-students, in the heart of the Louvre Palace each year, from September to June. The museum also hosts free lectures on occasion. A perfect way to become an authority on art history!

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: an exceptional tour of the Ministry of Culture at the Palais-Royal Estate

The Palais-Royal opens its doors for Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026, and this is an opportunity to enjoy an exceptional tour of the Ministry of Culture.

Is it possible to visit the Court of Cassation, the jurisdiction born during the French Revolution?

Situated on the Île de la Cité, the Court of Cassation is part of the Palais de Justice in Paris. As the highest court of the French judiciary, it features monumental chambers, a Napoléon III-era library... and bears multiple traces of the building’s turbulent history!

How can you visit the Hôtel de Bourvallais, the seat of the Ministry of Justice in Paris?

For more than three centuries, the Ministry of Justice has occupied an elegant townhouse on Place Vendôme. A look back at the history of the Hôtel de Bourvallais and the rare occasions to visit it.

The ice cream cones from this brand, famous for its monogram, are taking Paris by storm this summer.

In Paris, chasing the city’s best ice creams has become a summer ritual. Among the creations that set social media alight and tempt food lovers, the ice creams devised by Maxime Frédéric for Café Louis Vuitton at LV Dream are among the season’s most coveted indulgences.

The Bell Paris, a British pub with Indian undertones in the Halles district

The Bell Paris, which opened its doors in the Halles neighborhood, is a new pub that blends British fare, Indian spices, house-made cocktails and craft beers in a Jim Hamilton-designed setting.

Cookie Day 2026: Free cookie giveaway slated for September

Attention all bargain-hunters: thousands of cookies will be handed out for free in Paris on Wednesday, September 16, 2026!

Uncover the secrets of a renowned Parisian jewelry house for Heritage Days 2026.

The European Heritage Days 2026 also have something to thrill jewelry enthusiasts: a famed Parisian house is pulling back the curtain for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026.

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.

Le Jardin, the rooftop terrace at Cheval Blanc Paris for Summer 2026

The Garden, Cheval Blanc Paris’s verdant rooftop, invites you to its 650 m2 perched on the 7th floor for the 2026 summer season. There you’ll find William Béquin’s fresh menu and Maxime Frédéric’s famed ice-cream sundaes, open Wednesday to Sunday throughout the summer.

Mégie, the new botanical canteen, shop and floral workshop along Paris’s riverfront.

A botanical cantine, a floral boutique and a floral-art workshop share space at Mégie, the new address opened in 2026 on the Quai de la Mégisserie, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement. We were there, here’s what it’s like.

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.