Every year in September, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place all over Europe! Over the course of a weekend, the most beautiful monuments, museums, châteaux and other unusual sites open their doors to us, offering a rich program of free visits, unusual events and other surprises. This is your chance to conquer the sublime heritage of Paris and the whole of theÎle-de-France region! So don't miss the next dates: the Journées du Patrimoine return for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023.
If you're passionate abouthistory andarchitecture, what would you say to a visit to one of Paris's sublime hôtels particuliers? These luxurious city residences await you in the four corners of the capital. There have been no fewer than 2,000 of them. Today, almost 400 remain. While some mansions have since been converted into museums, libraries or embassies, others remain private and inaccessible.
And the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) is precisely the opportunity to discover these treasures of Parisian heritage through a great program of visits and even... exceptional openings! So, are you ready to discover what's in store for you this year? Let's find out!
To make sure you don't miss out on the program for the Journées du Patrimoine in Parisian private mansions, we suggest you keep this page and consult it regularly.
Heritage Days 2023: the Palais de l'Elysée opens its doors to you
Every year, the Palais de l'Élysée opens its doors to the public for the Journées du Patrimoine. This high place of power, usually closed to the general public, welcomes you on September 16 and 17, 2023 to discover the prestigious salons of the Hôtel d'Évreux. Tickets open this Thursday, September 7 at 6pm. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: the Maison Boucheron - Hôtel de Nocé reveals its secrets
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, jeweler Boucheron invites you to discover its historic boutique-atelier on Place Vendôme. Tours are organized for the weekend of September 16-17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: discover the Hôtel de Matignon, the Prime Minister's headquarters in Paris
Why not take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine to discover the Hôtel de Matignon and its sumptuous garden, on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023? Sign up for a free, exceptional tour of the Prime Minister's offices. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: exceptional tours of the Banque de France - video
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, on September 16 and 17, the Banque de France, based at the Hôtel de Toulouse in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is opening its doors to you. It's an opportunity to visit its gilded gallery and ceremonial rooms, and to discover the history and activities of this French institution. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: the Ministry of Justice opens its doors to you
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Ministry of Justice is opening the doors of the Hôtel de Bourvallais on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023. During a self-guided tour, you can discover the office of the Minister of Justice, currently Éric Dupond-Moretti. [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]
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: tours and exhibitions at the National Archives in Paris
For this 39th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Archives de Paris will be opening its doors to visitors on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023, with tours of its private mansion and exhibitions. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Institut Giacometti in Paris: the program
To mark the 40th Journées du Patrimoine, the Institut Giacometti is inviting Parisians and other residents of the Ile-de-France region to visit the premises on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Ministry of the Interior and Overseas France - Hôtel de Beauvau
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Ministry of the Interior and Overseas France is opening its doors to Parisians on September 16 and 17, 2023. An opportunity to visit the Hôtel de Beauvau, located in the 8th arrondissement. Registration required. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 Paris - Musée Guimet: visit to the Japanese garden at the Hôtel d'Heidelbach
The Musée Guimet is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine, held this year on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023. It's an opportunity to discover the Hôtel Heidelbach, a beautiful private mansion that houses a traditional tea pavilion in its secret garden. Please note that registration is required! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Quai d'Orsay, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Paris
How about taking advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris to experience some exceptional tours? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is opening its doors to you to unveil an unprecedented program on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: free tour of the Bibliothèque Forney - Hôtel de Sens
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, the Hôtel de Sens, home to the Bibliothèque Forney, is opening its doors to us free of charge on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 September 2023. [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 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: exceptional opening of the Hôtel Pereire - Del Duca Foundation
The Hôtel Pereire, headquarters of the Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca - Institut de France, opens its doors for the Journées du Patrimoine 2023. On September 16, plunge into the heart of Parisian heritage and explore this historic building enriched by photos, videos and archives. An opportunity not to be missed in Paris! [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 Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Legion of Honor and museum
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, why not visit the Grande Chancellerie? On Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023, the Hôtel de Salm, Grande Chancellerie of the Legion of Honor, opens its doors to you for a totally redesigned visit. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: free tour of the Ministry of the Armed Forces - Hôtel de Brienne
How about visiting the Ministry of the Armed Forces for the Journées du Patrimoine? As part of the 40th edition of the event, the Hôtel de Brienne opens its doors to you for exceptional visits on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023. The program includes self-guided tours and a visit to the office of the current Minister of the Armed Forces, subject to registration. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: tours and show duel at Musée Cognacq-Jay
For the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the heart of Paris's 3rd arrondissement, opens its doors to all visitors on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris at Sauvegarde de l'Art Français: tours of the foundation
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, Sauvegarde de l'Art Français is opening its doors on September 16, 2023. Discover the program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Musée de la Vie romantique in Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, the Musée de la Vie romantique invites you to reconnect with Romantic Paris. Discover the exceptional program for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Musée Carnavalet: free themed tours
The Musée du Carnavalet is taking part in the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023. The Museum of the History of Paris will be offering tours of its collections. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, visit the Hôtel de Castries and its ministry
During the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, you'll be able to take part in a number of unique tours! This weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023, you'll be able to push open the doors of the Hôtel de Castries, home to the Ministry of Democratic Renewal and the government's spokesman. [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: historical gems hidden in the greenery of Le Vésinet (78)
During the Journées du Patrimoine on September 16 and 17, 2023, stop off at Le Vésinet, a veritable haven of greenery close to Paris. Prepare your itinerary now with our program of events and visits to this charming commune in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: the Hôtel de Monaco, residence of the Polish ambassador
For the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Hôtel de Monaco, which houses the Polish ambassador's residence, is opening its doors to us for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: visit the Hôtel de Clermont and its ministry
This year's Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) will take place on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, and will be packed with cultural highlights! On the menu of exceptional visits is the Hôtel de Clermont, home to the French Ministry of Relations with Parliament. Here's the program! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the library of the Société Nationale d'Horticulture de France
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, the Bibliothèque de la Société Nationale d'Horticulture de France is getting ready to reveal its secrets during this exceptional weekend. See you on September 16, 2023! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at Pavillon Boncourt, Ministry of Higher Education, Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine return to Paris and the Île-de-France region on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. An opportunity to conquer the Boncourt Pavilion, home to the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Hôtel de Roquelaure, Ministry of Ecological Transition, Paris
Looking for an exceptional visit for the Journées du Patrimoine 2023? In Paris, the Hôtel de Roquelaure, now the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, unveils its program for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: visit the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner in Paris free of charge
To mark the 40th Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner in Paris is opening its doors free of charge on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Ministry of Education: visit to the Hôtel de Rochechouart
The French Ministry of Education and Youth is opening the doors of the Hôtel de Rochechouart in Paris for the Journées du Patrimoine 2023. Don't miss this visit on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Hôtel de Sully: tour of the Duchess's apartments
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the Duchesse's apartments, the Orangerie and every nook and cranny of the Hôtel de Sully are exceptionally opening their doors in the Marais district on September 17 and 18. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Gustave Moreau Museum: free admission
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place this weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. How would you like to immerse yourself in the studio of a French painter? Here's the program for the Musée Gustave Moreau. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: visit General de Gaulle's office at the Faubourg Saint-Germain
During the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 16 and 17, 2023, visit General de Gaulle's office and immerse yourself in history, in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: behind-the-scenes tour of the Administrative Court - Hôtel d'Aumont
The Journées du Patrimoine, which return on September 16 and 17, 2023, invite you to discover a Parisian jewel: the Tribunal Administratif de Paris, located in the emblematic Hôtel d'Aumont. Immerse yourself in the history of this exceptional site and explore the rooms of this 17th-century building during an unforgettable visit! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the French Academy of Agriculture in Paris
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Académie d'Agriculture de France is opening its doors to reveal its program! See you on September 16 and 17, 2023! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the École des Mines de Paris and its museum in the Hôtel de Vendôme
To mark the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, MINES ParisTech is inviting the curious to discover its building, located in the Hôtel de Vendôme, and its Mineralogy Museum on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, the residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France
Exceptionally, to mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the Préfet d'Île-de-France is opening the doors of his official residence, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, on September 16 and 17. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Alsatian School in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back in Paris, and for the occasion, the Ecole Alsacienne in the 6th arrondissement is exceptionally opening its doors and unveiling its program for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Argentine Embassy in Paris
The Journées du Patrimoine take over the Argentine Embassy in Paris. Discover the program that awaits you for this exceptional weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du patrimoine 2023: events at Paris town halls
Paris's arrondissement town halls are opening their doors to us on September 16 and 17, 2023: discover the events planned for the Journées du Patrimoine. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Ministry of Agriculture's Hôtel de Villeroy
The Journées du Patrimoine are back for the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Why not take the opportunity to discover the Ministry of Agriculture and the magnificent Hôtel de Villeroy that houses it? [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: the Hôtel de Talleyrand - Georges C. Marshall Center
For the Journées du Patrimoine, the Hôtel de Talleyrand, home to the Georges C. Marshall Center welcomes you for a wonderful program on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. A great opportunity to discover this sublime private mansion. [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 at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris: Free tours
The Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris will be unveiling its backstage areas for the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at Villa Beau-Chêne, also known as Josephine Baker's Villa, in Le Vésinet (78)
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, head to Le Vésinet (78) to discover the sumptuous Villa Beau-Chêne, or Josephine Baker's Villa, on Saturday, September 16. A rare opportunity to plunge into the intimacy of the music-hall icon, as close as possible to her memories. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 16th, 2023 to September 17th, 2023
