Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: Museums, Hospitals and Medical Institutions

Published by Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis, Cécile de Sortiraparis · Photos by Caroline de Sortiraparis · Updated on July 2, 2026 at 08:51 p.m.
The Heritage Days arrive this weekend, September 19 and 20, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France. Calling all medical enthusiasts, here are venues whose programs are sure to appeal to you! Discover the hospitals and medical institutions that are opening their doors for this exceptional weekend!

The Journées du Patrimoine are once again inviting you to the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France. Each year, this event, synonymous with great cultural deals and exciting discoveries, attracts enthusiasts and the curious to experience days rich in unmissable tours and family-friendly activities for the whole family!

During this exceptional weekend, our most beautiful heritage treasures open their doors to us with a special program, often free of charge. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, the most famous monuments as well as the most secretive places are taking part, and you can even take advantage of exceptional tours.

With so many outings on offer, it’s hard not to find a plan that truly matches your passion. If the medical world fascinates you, you can map out a visit program around the healthcare institutions, specialized museums, and grand institutions taking part in this 43rd edition of Heritage Days. Between the hospitals, academies, headquarters and other, more surprising venues, the world of medicine opens up to you for this exceptional weekend.

Here's a roundup of what's on in the Île-de-France region to discover these places brimming with surprising treasures. Whether from a scientific, historical or even artistic point of view, they're determined to surprise you for the Journées du Patrimoine. And don't forget to stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries.

Heritage Days: Tours into the Medical World

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The Necker–Enfants Malades Hospital in Paris will take part in Heritage Days on Saturday, September 19, 2026. It’s an opportunity to discover the special program waiting for us. [Read more]

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European Heritage Days are back in Paris on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. For the occasion, the History of Medicine Museum will open its doors to the general public for free on Saturday (booking required). On the program: an unusual and fascinating place to discover in the heart of the former Faculty of Medicine. [Read more]

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On the occasion of Heritage Days, the Institut Pasteur in Paris will exceptionally open its doors on 19 and 20 September 2026. Discover the program for this edition! Please note, registration is mandatory. [Read more]

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For Heritage Days, France’s largest hospital is swinging its doors open to you! La Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital welcomes visitors for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, with an exceptional program. [Read more]

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Heritage Days invites you to the weekend of September 19–20, 2026 for its 43rd edition. In Paris, it’s a chance to discover the secrets of Hôpital Broca, located in the 13th arrondissement of the capital. [Read more]

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Heading to the Hauts-de-Seine for the 2026 Heritage Days, and to Maison Ferrari in Clamart, built by the Duchess of Galliera, which today houses a retirement home, in a sublime setting. [Read more]

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Take advantage of Heritage Days on September 19, 2026, to roam the Port-Royal Cloister, in the heart of Hôpital Cochin. An edition packed with discoveries awaits! [Read more]

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Heritage Days 2026 are just around the corner, on 19 and 20 September 2026! It’s a chance to explore places usually closed to the public, thanks to guided tours like the one at Georges Pompidou Hospital. [Read more]

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For the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Valentin Haüy Museum invites Parisians and residents of Île-de-France to explore the history of blindness, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. [Read more]

Musée du Service de santé des arméesMusée du Service de santé des arméesMusée du Service de santé des arméesMusée du Service de santé des armées Discover the hidden museum at Paris's Val-de-Grâce Military Hospital for the 2026 Heritage Days.
The Val-de-Grâce Hospital invites you to explore its Army Health Service Museum during the European Heritage Days 2026, scheduled for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]

Musée de la Pharmacie - Dynastie MenierMusée de la Pharmacie - Dynastie MenierMusée de la Pharmacie - Dynastie MenierMusée de la Pharmacie - Dynastie Menier Heritage Days 2026 at the Pharmacy Museum: a guided tour of the National Order’s headquarters
If you’re looking to discover a hidden museum in the capital, join a guided tour during Heritage Days 2026 at the National Order of Pharmacists’ headquarters and its stunning architecture. See you on September 19 and 20. [Read more]

Nuit des Musées au Musée de la radiologie et de l'imagerie médicaleNuit des Musées au Musée de la radiologie et de l'imagerie médicaleNuit des Musées au Musée de la radiologie et de l'imagerie médicaleNuit des Musées au Musée de la radiologie et de l'imagerie médicale Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the Radiology and Medical Imaging Museum
Heritage Days take place over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and throughout Île-de-France. Attention to science and medical technology enthusiasts: the Radiology and Medical Imaging Museum reveals its program! [Read more]

Nuit des Musées 2023 au Mahhsa, le musée d'Art et d'Histoire de l'Hôpital Sainte-AnneNuit des Musées 2023 au Mahhsa, le musée d'Art et d'Histoire de l'Hôpital Sainte-AnneNuit des Musées 2023 au Mahhsa, le musée d'Art et d'Histoire de l'Hôpital Sainte-AnneNuit des Musées 2023 au Mahhsa, le musée d'Art et d'Histoire de l'Hôpital Sainte-Anne Saint-Anne Hospital and its art museum unveil their program for Heritage Days 2026.
Heritage Days 2026 also offer a window into the hidden heritage of Paris’s hospitals. At Sainte-Anne, a special program awaits for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2020 à l'École nationale vétérinaire d’AlfortJournées du Patrimoine 2020 à l'École nationale vétérinaire d’AlfortJournées du Patrimoine 2020 à l'École nationale vétérinaire d’AlfortJournées du Patrimoine 2020 à l'École nationale vétérinaire d’Alfort Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à l'École nationale vétérinaire de Maisons-Alfort (94) Heritage Days 2026 at the National Veterinary School of Maisons-Alfort (94)
On the occasion of the 43rd European Heritage Days, the National Veterinary School of Maisons-Alfort and its museum invite you to join free guided tours on 19 and 20 September 2026. A perfect opportunity to discover the history of this unusual site. Warning: not for the faint of heart. [Read more]

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The AP-HP Museum, based in Kremlin-Bicêtre in Val-de-Marne, will take part in the new Heritage Days on Saturday, September 19, 2026. [Read more]

Musée des Moulages à Paris, nos photosMusée des Moulages à Paris, nos photosMusée des Moulages à Paris, nos photosMusée des Moulages à Paris, nos photos European Heritage Days 2026 at the Pathology Wax Museum of Saint-Louis Hospital in Paris
For Heritage Days 2026, Saint-Louis Hospital invites you to discover its moulage museum on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. With more than 4,800 pieces, it is the world's largest collection of pathological wax figures. Warning: the faint of heart should abstain. [Read more]

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Are you passionate about science and medicine? Don’t miss the chance to visit the Faculty of Pharmacy this Saturday, September 19, 2026, as part of Heritage Days. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 à conquête de l'Hôpital Saint-Louis, son musée et sa chapelleJournées du Patrimoine 2023 à conquête de l'Hôpital Saint-Louis, son musée et sa chapelleJournées du Patrimoine 2023 à conquête de l'Hôpital Saint-Louis, son musée et sa chapelleJournées du Patrimoine 2023 à conquête de l'Hôpital Saint-Louis, son musée et sa chapelle Heritage Days 2026: on the hunt for Saint-Louis Hospital and its treasures
The Heritage Days in Paris invite you to discover the treasures of Saint-Louis Hospital, from its striking plaster-cast museum to its breathtaking chapel. Here’s what awaits you for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2018 à l'Académie nationale de médecineJournées du Patrimoine 2018 à l'Académie nationale de médecineJournées du Patrimoine 2018 à l'Académie nationale de médecineJournées du Patrimoine 2018 à l'Académie nationale de médecine Free tours of the National Academy of Medicine for the 2026 European Heritage Days in Paris
The National Academy of Medicine is opening its doors to the public for Heritage Days 2026, on Saturday, September 19. During a free guided tour, you’ll learn about the academy’s history and mission while admiring a stunning Art Nouveau building. [Read more]

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This year, the 2026 Heritage Days will be held on September 19 and 20. An opportunity to discover venues that open their doors specifically for the event, such as the National Academy of Surgery in Paris’ 6th arrondissement. [Read more]

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026

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    Prices
    Free

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