TheInstitut National du Service Public is one of France's leading schools for training future senior civil servants. Formerly known as ENA (école nationale d'administration), the institute is located on avenue de l'Observatoire in Paris, a stone's throw from the Luxembourg Gardens.
During the Journées du Patrimoine, the school opens its doors to the curious, and offers tours on Sunday, September 21, 2025. The neo-Moorish-style building, garden and library are open to the public. An architectural curiosity, and an important school in France: this visit is well worth the detour!
Like so many other sites in Paris and the Île-de-France region, the Institut national du service public is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine. This annual event is a great celebration of history and culture: over the course of a weekend, thousands of sites open their doors to the general public. It's a not-to-be-missed opportunity to visit important sites, and learn more about every town and region in France.
Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.
In the vicinity of this great Parisian school are many other places to discover during this cultural weekend. Here are our suggestions.
Journées du Patrimoine Paris 2025: tours in the 6th arrondissement
The Journées du Patrimoine are once again taking over the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Discover the free tours and exceptional openings awaiting you in the monuments and exciting places of this Parisian district on September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
On September 21, 2025
Location
National Public Service Institute
2 Avenue de l'Observatoire
75006 Paris 6
Prices
Free
Journées du Patrimoine Paris 2025: tours in the 6th arrondissement
