One of the most eagerly awaited events of the year is coming up: the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). This cultural event, which takes place all over Europe, awaits us every September. Over the course of a weekend, we set out to conquer the most beautiful treasures of our heritage through visits that are often free of charge, exceptional openings of places that are usually closed to the public, as well as original events. And, of course, Paris and the whole of the Île-de-France region are on board! So mark your calendars: on September 16 and 17, 2023, we'll be celebrating the Journées du Patrimoine.
If you're passionate aboutarchitecture, there's no way you can miss out on this not-to-be-missed event! The most beautiful buildings and the most surprising constructions also reveal their secrets for the occasion. Numerous architectural tours await you in Paris and the surrounding region. So would you like to discover the program that awaits you for this new edition? Well, we've put together a selection of the finest architecture to be discovered in the Paris region during the Journées du Patrimoine 2023!
To make sure you don't miss out on any of the highlights, we invite you to bookmark this guide and consult it regularly right up to the big day!
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: activities in the Notre-Dame de Paris construction village
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the public institution responsible for the conservation and restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral will be staging a series of events on the cathedral's forecourt on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Lithuanian Embassy in Paris: meetings and art on the program
On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Lithuanian Embassy invites you to discover its premises on Saturday, September 16, 2023. It's the perfect time to discover one of Paris's most beautiful private mansions. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: visit the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Paris
Have you always dreamed of discovering Qatar? During the Journées du Patrimoine, you can get a glimpse of it with a free tour of the Qatari embassy, to be experienced this Saturday, September 16, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: the Ecole des Beaux-Arts
The École des Beaux-Arts de Paris opens its doors to you for the Journées du Patrimoine. Join us on September 16 and 17, 2023 to discover the program for this 40th edition. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: a free tour of the Bibliothèque Mazarine in Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, discover the sublime Bibliothèque Mazarine. Facing the Seine, this majestic site welcomes visitors free of charge on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023, for a free tour of France's oldest public library. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: discovery tours and exhibitions at the Tour Jean-Sans-Peur
Discover the medieval world of the Tour Jean-Sans-Peur during the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris. On September 16 and 17, 2023, free tours at mini prices are organized. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: the Théâtre national de l'Opéra Comique unveils its program
Lovers of comedy and opera will meet up at the Théâtre national de l'Opéra Comique for the 40th Journées du Patrimoine on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: free tour of the Conciergerie
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Conciergerie will be opening its doors to visitors free of charge on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023. On the program? Free tours of this former Parisian prison steeped in history. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at Saint-Sulpice church
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, the Saint-Sulpice church will reveal all its secrets through original tours on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at Gare de Lyon in Paris: visit the Clock Tower!
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Gare de Lyon invites you to explore the secrets of the Horloge Tower for this exceptional weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: exceptional guided tour of the Comédie-Française
To mark the 40th Journées du Patrimoine in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, the Comédie-Française is exceptionally opening its doors for guided tours on September 16 and 17, 2023. Registration required! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Swedish Institute: guided tours of the Hôtel de Marle
For the 39th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Swedish Institute in Paris invites you on guided tours of the building that houses it: the superb Hôtel de Marle. Join us on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023 to discover this architectural gem! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: visit Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Seine-Saint-Denis (93), how would you like to discover France's leading airport? Yes, Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport is offering a program of guided tours on September 16, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: visit the Cervantes Institute and the Octavio Paz Library
The Journées du Patrimoine will be held in Paris on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. Don't miss the Institut Cervantes and the Octavio Paz Library in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: sport and gourmet market at Château de Champs-sur-Marne (77)
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the Château de Champs-sur-Marne is offering a supercharged program, to be discovered on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 : La Ruche, the century-old artists' housing estate and its gardens, in Paris
Join us at the Journées du Patrimoine on September 16 and 17, 2023 for a dose of culture! Over the course of a weekend, explore the capital and discover the secrets hidden in the city's castles, museums and monuments. The free tour will take you to little-known places like La Ruche Seydoux, a city that has seen some of the world's greatest artists! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Paris Administrative Court of Appeal - Hôtel de Beauvais
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, discover the Hôtel de Beauvais, home to the Paris Administrative Court of Appeal since 2003. Built in 1654 for Catherine de Beauvais, this listed monument is brimming with trompe-œils and false symmetries. Join us on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, for this exceptional opening. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture Paris Malaquais
On the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, you can look forward to an eventful 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine! For the occasion, the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture Paris-Malaquais, located on the site of the École des Beaux-Arts, unveils its program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: visit the witch-like Wood Cottage in Le Vésinet
On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, admire a real architectural gem in the town of Le Vésinet, the Wood Cottage, a strange house that seems to have come out of a fantastic film, and enjoy an acoustic concert on September 17. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, Le Monde newspaper holds its festival, exceptional opening
The Journées du Patrimoine will be held in Paris from September 15 to 17, 2023. If you're looking for a special opening, Le Monde is opening the doors of its new premises for a free tour, accompanied by a "surprise" representative. Please note that reservations are required! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at La Seine Musicale (92): the program
La Seine Musicale is once again taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 (Heritage Days 2023), offering a day of discovery, with visits and events! We reveal the program for this exceptional weekend! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: meet craftsmen at Château de Jossigny (77)
As part of the 40th Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Jossigny will be opening its doors to art lovers on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at La Briqueterie in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)
La Briqueterie de Vitry-sur-Seine is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine on September 16 and 17, 2023, and invites us to discover the activities of this national choreographic development center. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: visit the BNF Richelieu historic site
The Richelieu site of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France opens its historic doors to you on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: new tours and events at the Collège des Bernardins
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the Collège des Bernardins is offering a wide range of events and guided tours. Join us on September 16 and 17, 2023 to discover this former Cistercian college of the University of Paris. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at Tour Chicago, one of Paris's first skyscrapers!
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris this weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, we're taking you on a tour of one of the capital's first skyscrapers: the Chicago Tower. This unusual building, invisible from the public highway, reveals its secrets thanks to tours organized by the Cour des Comptes. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Boulogne-Billancourt (92): museums and monuments to visit
The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris and Île-de-France. In the Hauts-de-Seine region, the town of Boulogne-Billancourt is offering a rich program of visits and events for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. Discover the program in detail! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Musée de la Pharmacie: guided tour of the Ordre's headquarters
If you want to discover a well-hidden museum in the capital, take a guided tour during the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 to the headquarters of the Ordre national des Pharmaciens and its dazzling architecture. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at Cité des Taillandiers: A Unique Artisanal Discovery in Paris
At the Cité des Taillandiers, on September 16, 2023, plunge into the heart of Parisian craft heritage on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine. Located at 5-7 rue des Taillandiers in Paris's 11th arrondissement, the Cité, which will be renovated in 2021, opens its doors to you for a unique immersive experience. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: unusual tours and events at Maubuisson Abbey (95)
For the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), Maubuisson Abbey is opening its doors on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 17, 2023. On the program: numerous tours, workshops and unique experiences! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Palais de la Porte Dorée: Guided tour & events
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Palais de la Porte Dorée: On September 16 and 17, 2023, we invite you to an exceptional immersion experience to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the European Heritage Days. On the program: tours, behind-the-scenes at the Aquarium, conferences and more. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: the American Cathedral unveils its program
In Paris, the American Cathedral awaits you on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, for the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). Here's the program that awaits you! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Hôtel de l'artillerie - new Science Po Paris campus
During the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, plunge into the heart of Paris and discover the secrets of the Hôtel de l'Artillerie, a historic monument dating back to the 16th century. From its prestigious past to its architectural treasures, get ready for a memorable visit! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris at the Piscine Pailleron: VR aquatic and soccer by thought
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Edouard Pailleron swimming pool is inviting you to enjoy several experiences on the edge of reality. Join us on September 16 and 17, 2023 to enjoy this unusual program. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 16th, 2023 to September 17th, 2023
