Calling all book lovers and bookworms... For the Journées du Patrimoine, the libraries and archives of Paris will be opening their doors to you on September 20 and 21, 2025, to let you discover all the secrets of these very special places, as well as their most beautiful works. It's a unique opportunity to delve into the world of books, and behind the scenes.
Do you think of libraries and archives as dusty, boring places? It's time to change your mind! Let yourself be surprised and discover these places of knowledge, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine. Guided tours, exhibitions, rummage sales, quizzes and games, workshops, meetings... The capital's libraries and archives are much livelier than you might think!
For this 42nd edition of the JEP, the theme of architectural heritage is at the forefront. Come and discover what this notion means for these spaces dedicated to the preservation and sharing of culture andhistory.
Here's a selection of places to visit during these JEP 2025, so don't forget to check whether booking is compulsory or not.
Heritage Days 2025 at the National Archives in Paris: weekend events
For this 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Archives Nationales de Paris will be opening its doors free of charge on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025, with tours of its private mansion and exhibitions. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: a packed program of visits to Ivry-sur-Seine (94)
Stroll, church, art center, theater, observatory... There's no shortage of points of interest in Ivry-sur-Seine! Take advantage of the Heritage Days on September 20 and 21, 2025 to discover this commune of the Val-de-Marne. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Jardin des Plantes and the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21, the libraries of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle and the Jardin des Plantes will be hosting special tours of the Museum's treasures. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the Institut national d'histoire de l'art and its library (INHA)
To mark the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Institut national d'histoire de l'art invites you to discover a range of free tours and events for the whole family on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. An opportunity to discover a building usually reserved for students and researchers. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Nanterre (92): program of city tours
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are making a comeback on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. The city of Nanterre, in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France, unveils its program of visits and events for this not-to-be-missed event. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris: program
The Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris will be unveiling its backstage areas for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21. Dive into a beautiful mansion in the heart of the Marais district. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Institut de France in Paris: exceptional opening
The Institut de France is taking part in the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, held on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. It's an opportunity to discover one of Paris's most little-known institutions, steeped in history and tradition, during exceptional tours. Here's the program for these open days. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the Polish library and its hidden museums
The Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. An opportunity to discover this little-known Parisian landmark and its three confidential museums: the Adam Mickiewicz Museum, the Biegas Museum and the Frédéric Chopin Salon. Here's the program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: games and activities at the Archives Départementales et Communales de Paris
The Archives départementales de Paris will be taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September 2025, giving us the chance to take a look behind the scenes and discover the history of Paris from a whole new angle! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the École des Mines de Paris and its museum in the Hôtel de Vendôme
To mark the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), École Mines Paris - PSL is inviting the curious to discover its building, located in the Hôtel de Vendôme, and its Museum of Mineralogy on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78): the program for the royal town
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) return to Paris and the Île-de-France region on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025 for new cultural adventures! In the Yvelines, Saint-Germain-en-Laye is no exception to the rule, and has concocted a "royal" program for you to discover during this exceptional weekend. Mark your calendars! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visit the sublime Bibliothèque Mazarine in Paris
New "Journées du Patrimoine" in Paris, and new tours in prospect. This Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, 2025, why not discover the sublime Bibliothèque Mazarine, France's oldest public library! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: discover the history of the Sainte-Geneviève library
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, the Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is plunging you into its history. Discover the secrets of this Latin Quarter treasure this Sunday, September 21, 2025. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025: visit the library of the Conservatoire national des arts et métiers
It's a real nugget that's unfairly overlooked: during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025, come and discover the Bibliothèque centrale of the Conservatoire national des arts et métiers. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at BnF sites in Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine, the BnF is opening its doors to us on September 20 and 21, 2025. What's on the program? Discover the different sites, visit the restoration workshops and view a wide range of documents! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visit the BNF Richelieu historic site in Paris
The Richelieu site of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France opens its historic doors to you on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: free visit of the Bibliothèque Forney - Hôtel de Sens
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, the Hôtel de Sens, home to the Bibliothèque Forney, is opening its doors to us free of charge on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. [Read more]
These places of knowledge and culture await you! Didn't find what you were looking for in this selection? Take a look at the great Parisian institutions and temples of fashion.
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: discover the great institutions of Paris and the Île-de-France region
For the 2025 edition of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, major institutions are opening their doors to us this weekend, September 20 and 21, 2025. From the Banque de France to the Cour des Comptes and the French Ministries, you'll be able to take in all the secrets. [Read more]
The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris takes place this weekend, September 20 and 21, 2025. For the occasion, we invite you to discover the temples of fashion in Paris that are opening their doors to you. The secrets of the fashion houses and department stores are waiting for you! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Heritage Days 2025 in the world of fashion, luxury and beauty
