Heritage Days 2025 in Paris: a stroll through the UNESCO gardens

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, UNESCO headquarters opens its doors to you! Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025 to discover the emblematic building, which also contains many treasures.

Every September, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are an opportunity to slip a glance into exceptional places and discover all their secrets... From historic mansions to châteaux, churches and even some unusual places... every year, there's something for everyone.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: Dates and Theme for This Year
Heritage Days return on the weekend of September 19 and 20, 2026, for their 43rd edition. Across Paris and Île-de-France, it's the perfect opportunity to explore free museums and castles, to visit locations open to the public on special occasions, to enjoy unconventional guided tours, and to take part in other exciting activities—all centered around the theme "Heritage at Risk." [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris (75): full schedule of visits by arrondissement
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, the capital's historic and artistic monuments and landmarks are opening their doors (often free of charge) to let us in on their secrets. Don't miss this not-to-be-missed event, scheduled for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025, on the theme of "Architectural Heritage". [Read more]

And the Maison de l'UNESCO is no exception to the rule! Located in the chic 7tharrondissement of Paris, the UNESCO headquarters will open its doors to the public on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This is your chance to learn more about the legendary UNESCO House, and rediscover its modern architecture, unique collection of works of art and Japanese garden!

This 42nd edition of the European Heritage Days is a unique opportunity to admire the masterpieces on display atUNESCO: masterpieces by Picasso, Miro, Moore, Chillida and Giacometti and an incredible fresco by street artist Vhils.