Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: discover the secrets of the Arc du Carrousel du Louvre

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on July 17, 2025 at 01:27 p.m. · Published on September 6, 2023 at 12:21 p.m.
Looking for an unusual idea for a cultural outing? During the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, come and visit the Arc du Carrousel du Louvre free of charge, on September 20 and 21, 2025. Click here for the program!

Certain places and monuments in Paris are considered must-sees: it's impossible to visit the capital without seeing the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the department stores, the Sacré-Coeur... And, of course, the Louvre. But the list doesn't end there, because around the famous art venue, there are many more must-sees.

The Louvre Museum and its collections are a must-see, as is the pyramid that decorates the museum's courtyard, or thearch of the Carrousel du Louvre, which marks the boundary between the museum and the Tuileries Gardens! And it's this Carrousel that we invite you to discover, on September 20 and 21, 2025, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine. It's time to rediscover this capital landmark!

During this cultural weekend, the Arc du Carrousel is offering a free themed tour of places that tell the story of the capital. Find out more about what's in store.

The program for these Heritage Days 2025 tours includes:

  • Architectures du Louvre
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 09:30 ⤏ 12:30, 14:00 ⤏ 17:00 | Sunday, September 21, 2025 - 09:30 ⤏ 12:30, 14:00 ⤏ 17:00

    Travel back through eight centuries of history and discover the evolution of the Louvre palace through its architecture, from its origins to the construction of the pyramid.



This Heritage Weekend still has plenty of surprises in store for you, so don't delay, and get off to discover all the treasures of the capital!

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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]

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025

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    Location

    99 rue de Rivoli
    75001 Paris 1

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    Prices
    Free

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