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 are back this weekend, September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. 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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Sensitive souls, beware: the Museum of wax moulages, tucked in the heart of Saint-Louis Hospital, invites you to the Heritage Days on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. A chance to discover the world’s largest collection of pathological wax figures. [Read more]

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During Paris's Heritage Days, you can explore the treasures of Hôpital Saint-Louis, from its remarkable museum of medical casts to its sublime chapel. Here is the schedule awaiting you for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, at this surprising gem in the 10th arrondissement of the capital. [Read more]

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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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Practical information

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

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    Prices
    Free

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