The 16th arrondissement of Paris buzzes with the Heritage Days this weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Known for its refined neighborhoods, this district is gearing up to take you on a true cultural marathon to discover its treasures.
Yes, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) are all about good deals, with free visits and exceptional openings, all sprinkled with events specially designed for the occasion. At the next event, you'll be able to explore the 16th arrondissement from top to bottom.
From the esplanade at Trocadéro to Passy, this chic district of the capital has no shortage of iconic landmarks. Fascinating museums include the Musée de la Marine, the Palais Galliera dedicated to the history of fashion, the Musée Guimet devoted to Asian arts, as well as more confidential spots.
The major institutions and embassies in the area are also likely to take part in the Journées du Patrimoine, and each year promises its share of exceptional openings. Here we reveal the tours and programs planned for this year in the 16th arrondissement. Keep your eyes peeled: this selection is updated as announcements are made!
Heritage Days 2026 at Chaillot - National Dance Theatre in Paris, the program
Meet at the Chaillot National Dance Theatre in Paris for Heritage Days on September 19–20, 2026. It’s a great chance to take a closer look at this temple of live performance. [Read more]
Paris: Visit Exelmans Barracks for the 2026 Heritage Days
Dive into the history of Exelmans Barracks during Heritage Days 2026. Discover how this brick-and-stone building has reinvented itself in Paris. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026: a free weekend at the heart of the Musée de l'Homme's collections
Embark on a journey into the origins of humanity and the world thanks to Heritage Days. The Musée de l’Homme is taking part in the 2026 edition, on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September. Here is the program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Molitor Pool: Paris’s Art Deco jewel
Molitor swimming pool, tucked away in Paris’s 16th arrondissement, is taking part in Heritage Days 2026. Mark your calendar for Sunday, September 20, to discover a true jewel of Parisian Art Deco. Book your visit without delay. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: uncover the secrets of Balzac's House in Paris
The bucolic Maison de Balzac invites you to free admission for Heritage Days, the weekend of September 19–20, 2026 in Paris. A chance to uncover this tucked-away address that drops you into the world of the renowned French writer. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: discover Hôtel d'Heidelbach, Maison Guimet's Asian jewel box
Hôtel d'Heidelbach, now Maison Guimet, participates in Paris's Heritage Days with tours devoted to Asian arts, on September 19 and 20, 2026. An opportunity to discover this 16th-century townhouse, its Japanese garden, and its exceptional collections. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: tours and activities at the House of Europe in Paris
The Maison de l’Europe will take part in Paris’s Heritage Days, offering a program of guided tours and activities on September 19 and 20, 2026. A great opportunity to explore a venue dedicated to European issues and dialogue among citizens. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026: What to See at the Guimet Museum in Paris?
Asian arts take center stage at the Guimet Museum for Paris' Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026. The 16th‑arrondissement museum unveils a special program inviting visitors to discover its collections and spaces in a new light. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Saint George's Anglican Church opens its doors in Paris
Want to discover a little-known corner of Paris? St George’s Anglican Church is taking part in Heritage Days with a special opening on September 19 and 20, 2026. A chance to explore a historic building just a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: A tour of the Saint-Georges Chapel in Paris
La Chapelle Saint-Georges opens to the public in Paris for Heritage Days, on 19 and 20 September 2026. A rare chance to explore its history, its architecture, and a discreet corner of Parisian heritage. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Open the doors of the Indonesian Embassy in Paris
Heritage Days invite you to come and discover the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Paris. Here’s what’s on for this Saturday, September 19, 2026. Don’t miss these open doors! [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026 at the Cité de l'Architecture in Paris: activities for the whole family
The City of Architecture and Heritage awaits you on the occasion of the 2026 Heritage Days, offering a wonderful program for the whole family to enjoy on September 19 and 20. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: discover Peru's Embassy
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Heritage Days are back in the capital. It’s a chance to discover places normally closed to the public, such as the Embassy of Peru, located in Paris’s 16th arrondissement. Book your visit! [Read more]
This handsome townhouse in the 16th arrondissement will be open to the public on a one-off basis during Heritage Days 2026.
In Paris’s 16th arrondissement, the Singer-Polignac Foundation invites you to discover, on a one-off, its sublime townhouse this Saturday, September 19, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the National Navy Museum: dive into Paris’s maritime world
All hands on deck: the National Maritime Museum, located at the Trocadéro in Paris, will open its doors to the public free of charge on 19 and 20 September 2026 for Heritage Days. Discover the weekend’s program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: exceptional opening of Janson-de-Sailly High School (16th arrondissement)
With the return of Heritage Days, the weekend of September 19-20, 2026, many venues will open their doors to the public for this very special occasion. Among them is Janson-de-Sailly High School, in the 16th arrondissement, renowned for its preparatory classes for the grandes écoles. Book now. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Palais Galliera, Paris’s fashion museum: the program
On the occasion of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Palais Galliera will throw its doors wide open on September 19 and 20, 2026 for a special tour. Take a look behind the scenes of fashion and the iconic creations that have defined style through the ages. Note: admission is charged. [Read more]
European Heritage Days 2026 at the Clemenceau Museum in Paris: the program
For the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, visit a secret museum like no other: the Clemenceau Museum! We wander through the former Prime Minister’s apartment, with a garden and a view of the Eiffel Tower, and take the opportunity to revisit the story of France. Here’s the program planned for this edition. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at La Roche House – Le Corbusier Foundation, Paris
As the season begins, heritage meets curiosity. Among the must-see sites, Maison La Roche, Le Corbusier’s modernist gem in the 16th arrondissement, opens its doors for the European Heritage Days. On 19 and 20 September 2026, museums, private mansions and unusual venues are free to visit during this one-off weekend. A great opportunity for architecture enthusiasts. [Read more]
This Greek cathedral opens its doors to visitors for Heritage Days 2026.
Heritage Days are a chance to rediscover the capital’s treasures. In Paris, the Saint-Stéphane Greek Cathedral is taking part this weekend, Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: tour the remarkable Eiffel wind tunnel in Paris
This is an aerodynamics lab that’s over 120 years old and still active: visit the Eiffel wind tunnel during Heritage Days, on September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Discover Paris's quirky Counterfeiting Museum for Heritage Days 2026.
This autumn, the European Heritage Days are offering you unique experiences, with hundreds of exceptional sites opening free of charge. On 19 September 2026, don’t miss the Musée de la Contrefaçon in Paris, a secret haunt where truth and fiction clash to sharpen your eye and teach you how to spot counterfeits. Free, booking required. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Prices
Free
