Here we go again! The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back in Paris and the Île-de-France region, and you can look forward to a great program of events in the capital's 8tharrondissement. This cultural event invites the general public to take advantage of numerous free visits and exceptional openings in the four corners of the Paris region, in fascinating places of all kinds.
On the heritage side, the 8th arrondissement is well served! We shouldn’t forget that this district gathers some of Paris’s most iconic spots, including the avenue des Champs Élysées, reputed to be the most beautiful in the world, the prestigious avenue Montaigne which houses, notably, the Dior Gallery, not to mention the Place de la Concorde.
Between museums, ministries, and other fascinating monuments, in celebration of the Heritage Days, the 8th arrondissement invites us to explore its gems, and missing it isn’t an option! Here we recap the outing ideas waiting for you for the 43rd edition, during the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Moreover, we invite you to check this page regularly, as it’s updated with every new announcement! All that’s left is to follow the guide.
Heritage Days 2026 at the Élysée: discover the Presidential Palace — tickets on sale this evening
The Élysée Palace ranks among the most eagerly anticipated openings of Heritage Days 2026. On Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, visitors will be able to explore the historic interiors of the presidential residence, from its grand salons to its gardens. Reservations open this Friday, September 4, 2026 at 7 p.m. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Registration opens to visit the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Paris
You've always dreamed of discovering Qatar? During Heritage Days, you can get a taste of it with a free tour of the Qatar Embassy, available this Saturday, September 19, 2026. Registrations open this Friday, September 11, 206! [Read more]
Visit the Ministry of the Interior for Heritage Days 2026 in Paris
For the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Ministry of the Interior will open its doors to the public on September 19 and 20, 2026, offering the chance to visit the Hôtel de Beauvau, located in the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: self-guided tour of the Élysée Palace, the museum at the Presidential Palace
The European Heritage Days are back on 19 and 20 September 2026 for a new edition, even more offbeat. And this year, just steps from the presidential palace, the Élysée House invites you to go behind the scenes of the republic, among iconic rooms and diplomatic curiosities. Discover the program. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026: discover Christofle, the Paris-based house of silverware and the art of the table
Christofle, the renowned silverware house, reveals its secrets during Heritage Days 2026 in Paris. From September 19 to 20, 2026, head to the iconic Rue Royale boutique to discover the history and the exceptional craftsmanship that bear Christofle’s signature. Registration opens on September 7. [Read more]
The Arc de Triomphe will be free this weekend for Heritage Days 2026.
You read that correctly: the Arc de Triomphe, the iconic monument that crowns the famous Champs-Élysées, can be visited for free and without advance booking during this Heritage Days weekend 2026, on September 19 and 20! Here’s what you need to know. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Discover Le Visionnaire, L'Oréal’s historic headquarters in Paris
Heritage Days are set to deliver a few surprises on September 19 and 20, 2026. For the occasion, Le Visionnaire - Espace François Dalle, home to L'Oréal’s historic headquarters, will unusually open its doors to visitors for free tours. Here’s what you need to know. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Dior Gallery: a deep dive into the history of the fashion house in Paris
For Paris Heritage Days, the Dior Gallery unveils its programme. This weekend, September 19–20, 2026, dive into the world of the legendary House of Couture. Reservations open on August 10—snag your tickets quickly. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Discover the French Order of Pharmacists' headquarters in Paris
The headquarters of the Order of Pharmacists opens to the public for Heritage Days 2026: here is the schedule for September 19 and 20! [Read more]
Family-friendly tour and game at the Grand Palais for Paris' 2026 Heritage Days
The Grand Palais invites us to mark our calendars for Heritage Days 2026, set for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Here’s the lineup planned for the occasion. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Activities at Paris’s arrondissement town halls
The Parisian arrondissement town halls are throwing open their doors on September 19 and 20, 2026: discover the activities and tours planned for Heritage Days. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026: Free visit to Paris’s must-see Hôtel de la Marine
For this 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Hôtel de la Marine opens its doors to you over the weekend of Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. A chance to discover this iconic monument set on Place de la Concorde in Paris. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : visit the iconic Lafont eyewear boutique in Madeleine
To feast your eyes during the Journées du Patrimoine, head to the iconic Lafont boutique, the eyewear capital of Paris, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Here’s the program detailing exactly what awaits you there! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées unveil their schedule
Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées are offering exceptional guided tours on September 19 and 20, as part of Paris’s 2026 Heritage Days. Discover all the inspired and inspiring spaces of the newest flagship department store during this unmissable weekend, packed with surprises! Booking opens on August 31. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026: tour the Hôtel de Charost, the British Ambassador's residence in France
Want to explore places that are usually off-limits? Heritage Days will pull back the curtain on the behind‑the‑scenes of Paris and Île‑de‑France... This year, the Hôtel de Charost, residence of the British Ambassador, is opening its doors by reservation. Save the date: Saturday, September 19, 2026—by reservation only, of course! [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the program at the Expiatory Chapel
Heritage Days are drawing you to Paris for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. On this occasion, the Expiatory Chapel—an oft-overlooked monument erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette in the heart of the capital—unveils its secrets. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Exceptional free tours at Paris's Condorcet College
Le collège Condorcet opens its doors to visitors for Heritage Days, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Here’s what this historic site has in store for the occasion. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: In the footsteps of the great fashion designers along Avenue Montaigne
What lies behind Avenue Montaigne’s luxury storefronts? Heritage Days invites you to discover it on a guided stroll through Paris’s 8th arrondissement, on September 19 and 20, 2026. The route delves into fashion history, the district’s evolution, and the addresses that have helped shape its fame. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the weekend program at the Cernuschi Museum
European Heritage Days are back in Paris on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. For the occasion, the Cernuschi Museum, devoted to Asian arts, is offering a slate of free tours. Here’s what to expect. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026 Paris: exceptional opening of the Hôtel Pereire, Del Duca Foundation
Hôtel Pereire, home to the Simone and Cino Del Duca Foundation at the Institut de France, opens its doors for Heritage Days 2026. On September 19 and 20, dive into Parisian heritage and explore this historic building enriched with photos, videos, and archives. [Read more]
Guided tours at the heart of this Russian cathedral for Paris' 2026 Heritage Days
Heritage Days are back on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026! A chance to discover the Saint Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral in Paris. Here’s the program! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: an offbeat behind-the-scenes tour of Saint-Lazare railway station
For Heritage Days, Saint-Lazare Station pulls back the curtain on its behind‑the‑scenes spaces on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, during guided and narrated tours (registration required). More details to come! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: a family-friendly treasure hunt at the Petit Palais in Paris
On the occasion of the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, the Petit Palais unveils a special program for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Find out what awaits you there! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Saint-Philippe du Roule Church in Paris — the program
To mark the 43rd edition of Heritage Days in Paris, the city’s churches are unveiling their treasures. Join us for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026 to explore the programme at Saint-Philippe du Roule Church in the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the American Cathedral unveils its program
In Paris, the American Cathedral awaits you on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, for Heritage Days. Here’s the schedule you can look forward to. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: the Madeleine Church offers free tours
It stands proudly on its square in the 8th arrondissement: the Church of the Madeleine is offering special tours during the Heritage Days, the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Danish House, on the Champs-Élysées in Paris
The Danish House is taking part in the latest edition of Heritage Days and invites you on a little cultural journey on September 19–20, 2026. Discover the weekend program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Self-guided tour of Chaptal High School in Paris
A fresh, 43rd edition of Heritage Days on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026! And why not take the opportunity to step through the doors of Chaptal High School, tucked in the 8th arrondissement of Paris? [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Prices
Free
