Heritage Days 2025 at the Hôtel de Charost, residence of the British Ambassador to France

Curious about pushing open doors that are usually closed? The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back, revealing the little-known treasures of the Île-de-France region. This year, don't miss the ultra-privileged opening of the Hôtel de Charost, the splendid residence of the British Ambassador, which celebrates its 300th anniversary on Saturday, September 20, 2025 - by reservation only, of course!

This autumn, in addition to the metro-work-apéro routine, we're putting on our sneakers and heading out to explore the Île-de-France region thanks to the 42nd edition of the Journées Européennes du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025! The idea? Two days of wide-open doors at mythical or ultra-secret sites - museums, monuments, châteaux, historic townhouses - with 100% free access. It's a chance to slip into places that are sometimes closed to the public, and admire history up close, without windows or barriers.

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And this year, watch out, nugget! On Saturday September 20, the Residence of the British Ambassador to France enters the dance. TheHôtel de Charost, tucked away in the 8th arrondissement, opens its doors to you for an exceptional visit. This 18th-century architectural gem, built in 1725 and owned by the British government since 1814, is celebrating its 300th anniversary. Three centuries of diplomacy, elegance and secrets in a setting worthy of a historical novel. The official residence of the British ambassadors to France, this ultra-confidential venue invites you, for a day, to step back in time between gilding, tapestries and international relations.

Program for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Hôtel de Charost :

Exceptional opening of the Residence of the Ambassador of the United Kingdom for the European Heritage Days 2025
Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 10:00 ⤏ 16:30
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Residence of the British Ambassador to France will exceptionally open its doors to the public on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Visitors will have the unique opportunity to discover the Hôtel de Charost, a jewel of Parisian architectural heritage located in the heart of the 8th arrondissement. This year is particularly significant, as the Hôtel de Charost celebrates its 300th anniversary. Built in 1725, this splendid mansion illustrates the elegance of 18th-century French architecture and bears witness to three centuries of diplomatic and cultural history.

This opening is fully in line with the 2025 European Heritage Days theme, which celebrates "architectural heritage".

Acquired by the British government in 1814, the Hôtel de Charost has been the official residence of British ambassadors to France for over two centuries. Over the years, it has welcomed numerous personalities and been the scene of key moments in Franco-British relations.

Visitors can explore the salons d'apparat, the ballroom and the gardens, as well as discover works of art and period furniture.

A royal immersion not to be missed!