Paris's 7th arrondissement is known as one of the capital's most luxurious. In fact, it's home to some of the capital's most emblematic monuments, including the Eiffel Tower, and theHôtel des Invalides. The 7th arrondissement takes us back to the Paris of the movies, with its beautiful stone buildings. For those thirsty for cultural visits, this beautiful Parisian district has many nuggets in store, offering us a plunge into history, questioning us through art and helping us (re)discover well-known and little-known artists.
Here, there's something for everyone, from the Musée d'Orsay and its Impressionist works to the Musée du Quai Branly and its exotic program. In addition to the 7th arrondissement's iconic sites, there are also some more confidential, secret spots that are just as exciting! If you'd like to explore the heritage of this Parisian district in depth, good news: here we reveal the must-sees, as well as a rundown of the exhibitions currently on show.
As an added bonus, this guide is updated as new announcements and discoveries are made, so if you'd like to find out more about the cultural sights to see in the 7th arrondissement, be sure to check back regularly! And for more good addresses, click here.
The program at the National Institute for Blind Youth for Heritage Days 2026
The Heritage Days are taking place on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, where the Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles unveils a special program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Explore the Ministry of the Armed Forces — Hôtel de Brienne in Paris
What if we paid a visit to the Ministry of the Armed Forces for Heritage Days? As part of the 43rd edition of the event, the Hôtel de Brienne opens its doors for exceptional tours on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: The Romanian Embassy opens its doors for a visit
The Hôtel de Béhague, home to the Romanian Embassy in Paris, will open its doors to curious visitors on Saturday, September 19, 2026, to mark the new edition of Heritage Days. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Embassy of Italy in France: the secrets of a splendid townhouse
For Heritage Days 2026, the Italian Embassy in Paris opens its doors on Saturday, September 19 for a special tour. A site steeped in history, in the heart of the capital, to be explored free of charge for a weekend (booking is required). [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the program at the Russian Orthodox Center
For the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center, located next to the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, invites you to the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the House of Latin America in Paris
Craving a weekend off the beaten path? On Sunday, September 20, 2026, step through the doors of the Maison de l’Amérique latine in Paris for a rare, reservation-only tour during the Journées du Patrimoine. A venue steeped in history where grand townhouses, hidden gardens, and Latin–French heritage converge in the heart of Saint-Germain. [Read more]
An interactive trail, hands-on workshop and tours of the École Militaire in Paris for Heritage Days
L’École Militaire in Paris opens its doors to the public in an exceptional manner for the 43rd edition of the Heritage Days, this weekend of September 19–20, 2026. This year, a full lineup centered on the Marquise de Pompadour awaits: here’s what’s in the works. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, the residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France
In a rare move for the 2026 Heritage Days, the Prefect of Île-de-France will open the doors to his official residence, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, on Saturday, September 19. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: tour of the Hôtel d'Avaray, the residence of the Dutch ambassador to France in Paris
Heritage Days 2026 are just around the corner! This year, come and discover historic monuments, cultural venues, and institutions that are usually closed to the public from September 19 to 20! Notably, Hôtel d'Avaray, a stunning hôtel particulier in Paris's 7th arrondissement, will be part of the lineup. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Hôtel de Roquelaure, Ministry of Ecological Transition in Paris
Seeking an exceptional tour for Heritage Days 2026? In Paris, the Hôtel de Roquelaure, home to the Ministry of Territorial Planning and the Ecological Transition, unveils its programme for the weekend of 19 and 20 September 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the National Institute for Oriental Languages and Civilisations (INALCO)
For Heritage Days in Paris, INALCO invites you to explore its spaces on Saturday, September 19, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: explore the Valentin Haüy Museum, devoted to the history of the blind.
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]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : a deep dive into Paris's enigmatic sewer museum
The Paris Sewer Museum is taking part in the new edition of Heritage Days. See you Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, for unusual tours beneath the capital’s streets. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: a tour of the Paris Foreign Missions Seminary and its museum
The 43rd edition of Heritage Days will unfold over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It offers a chance to discover the Séminaire des Missions Étrangères and its hidden museum. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : family-friendly tours and activities at the Museum of Plans-Reliefs
On the occasion of Heritage Days, the Musée des Plans-Reliefs in Paris invites children and adults alike to discover the 28 relief models on display in the heart of Les Invalides and to try their hand at the art of model-making on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Quai d'Orsay, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in Paris.
Et si on profitait des Journées du Patrimoine à Paris pour vivre des visites exceptionnelles ? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs opens its doors to unveil an unprecedented program for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Army Museum – Hôtel des Invalides: schedule
Heritage Days come to the Hôtel des Invalides on September 19 and 20, 2026! Not only will the Army Museum be free for both days, but there will also be exclusive tours and a host of workshops for history enthusiasts. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Légion d’Honneur, and museum
For the 2026 Heritage Days, why not visit the Grand Chancellery? On Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Légion d’honneur, opens its doors for a special tour as part of this 43rd edition. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Visit to the National Assembly — registration required
Paris’s National Assembly opens its doors for Heritage Days in Paris, on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. What’s on the program? Self-guided tours of the Palais Bourbon and the Hôtel de Lassay. Please note that these tours require prior registration. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Self-guided tours of the garden and the reception rooms at the Embassy of the Czech Republic
For Heritage Days, the Czech Republic Embassy will exceptional open its doors on Saturday, September 19, 2026, inviting visitors to discover its reception rooms and garden, set in a historic private townhouse steeped in history. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: The American Church in Paris invites you to step inside
For Heritage Days, the American Church in Paris invites curious visitors to explore the church through guided tours on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. [Read more]
Hôtel national des Invalides: a landmark in France's military history
Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, the Hôtel des Invalides is an impressive site that plunges us into France's military history. Three museums are housed here: the Museum of the Army, the Museum of the Order of the Liberation and the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs, as well as the tomb of Napoleon 1st, which lies beneath the Invalides dome. [Read more]
The Musée de l'armée in Paris, a witness to military history in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides
The Musée de l'Armée, located in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides, takes us to the heart of military history through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Find out more about this emblematic museum in Paris's 7th arrondissement. [Read more]
Discover the free Legion of Honor Museum: a journey through the history of honors
Immerse yourself in the history of honors at the Musée de la Légion d'honneur et des ordres de chevalerie, housed in the magnificent Hôtel de Salm in Paris. [Read more]
The Musée du Quai Branly in Paris: a journey to the heart of the world's cultures
The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, offers a fascinating journey through the world's cultures. This unique museum, nestled in a green setting, is a must for lovers of ethnography and cultural discovery. [Read more]
Musée d'Orsay: booking, prices, free admission, tips and current exhibitions
Would you like to visit the Musée d'Orsay, one of Europe's most visited museums and home to the world's largest collection of Impressionist paintings? We'll be happy to give you all the tips and tricks you need, as well as the works to discover, the current exhibitions, and the rates and free admission available, so you can make the most of your visit in the best possible conditions. [Read more]
The Maillol Museum in Paris: discover the museum dedicated to the sculptor, its collections and news
Do you know the sculptor Aristide Maillol? If the answer is no, then you need to schedule a visit to the Musée Maillol, located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, without delay. [Read more]
Musée Rodin in Paris: a temple of art dedicated to the sculptor Auguste Rodin near Les Invalides
We're all familiar with The Thinker... But it's not Rodin's only masterpiece! To find out more about this master of sculpture, visit his museum in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
The Eiffel Tower: opening hours, access, prices... Discover Paris's most iconic monument
The Eiffel Tower has established itself as the most emblematic monument in Paris. Since 1889, it has watched over Paris and its inhabitants, astonishing visitors and those who see it from afar. Want to find out more? Click here! [Read more]
The Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération (Museum of the Order of the Liberation) retraces the history of the French Resistance at Les Invalides.
Located in the heart of the Invalides building, the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération, founded in 1970, is dedicated to the order created by General de Gaulle, and traces the career of those who fought for a free France in the face of Nazi occupation. [Read more]
The Musée des Plans Reliefs, a unique collection in Paris
The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns. [Read more]
Maison Gainsbourg and its museum in Paris: opening date for bookings
30 minutes of immersion in Serge Gainsbourg's incredible home, where everything has remained unchanged since his death on March 2, 1991. This is the moving and incredible experience that the Maison Gainsbourg has been offering since September 20, 2023. For the occasion, we pushed open the doors of the Maison Gainsbourg. We tell you all about this visit, a real plunge into the singer's intimacy, guided by Charlotte Gainsbourg's voice. And find out when the next reservations will open. [Read more]
The Musée des Égouts de Paris (Paris Sewers Museum): discover the underbelly of the capital
The Musée des Égouts de Paris is one of the capital's most cult and unusual experiences, where you can wander six feet underground in a slightly damp atmosphere! [Read more]
Summer Fireworks: the summer group exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery
Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery presents Summer Fireworks, a group exhibition uniting artists from Japan, South Korea, Australia, Canada, Ireland and the Netherlands. Located on rue de Verneuil in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, it runs from July 15 to September 15, 2026, with August closed. [Read more]
Gianni Versace: The retrospective exhibition of the Italian fashion designer at the Maillol Museum — extended
Paris goes glam this summer with the "Gianni Versace Retrospective" at the Maillol Museum, running June 5 to October 31, 2026. Between baroque opulence and an overload of prints, the fashion retrospective promises color and extravagance, true to the legend. [Read more]
AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]
Everyone's chasing their cat: the exhibition exploring the many facets of the feline at Fluctuart — our photos
"Everybody’s Searching for Their Cat," that’s the name of the new free exhibition at Fluctuart. Mark your calendars from May 7 to August 23, 2026, to admire works by about ten artists rooted in urban art. For the occasion, Madame, Kraken, Ardif, and Wenna explore the many facets of the feline that fascinates us. [Read more]
Paradise Feathers: An Invitation to Travel to Papua New Guinea, from the Quai Branly
The Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac Museum in Paris is hosting the exhibition Feathers of Paradise from May 12 to November 8, 2026. Dedicated to the birds of paradise from New Guinea, this showcase features nearly 190 items—including adornments, paintings, preserved specimens, fashion objects, and illustrated books. The exhibit takes visitors on a journey through five centuries of fascination with these spectacular creatures, weaving together perspectives from art, science, ethnology, and ecology. [Read more]
Exhibition 1913-1923: The Spirit of the Age — A Meeting of Cultures at the Quai Branly Museum, photographs
At the start of the 20th century, European artists began to explore the arts of Africa and Oceania. The Quai Branly Museum chronicles this cultural encounter through a unique exhibition running from March 17 to September 20, 2026. [Read more]
Me and Others: An Exhibition Exploring Our Digital Lives at the EDF Foundation
Contemporary artists are delving into our digital lives and identities through the exhibition Me and Others, showcased free of charge at the EDF Foundation from March 13 to September 27, 2026. [Read more]
Musée d'Orsay by night: visit the collections in the old station every Thursday evening
Every Thursday evening, until 9:45pm, the Musée d'Orsay welcomes you for a nocturne through its current exhibitions and fine collections, in an exceptional setting. [Read more]
Quai Branly Museum by night: a journey through civilizations every Thursday evening
Every Thursday evening, until 10pm, the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections from around the world and its temporary exhibitions. [Read more]
Musée Maillol by night: discover the sculptor's works every Wednesday evening
Every Wednesday evening, until 10pm, the Musée Maillol welcomes you for a nocturne through the permanent collections of the sculptor's works and current exhibitions. [Read more]
The Maison de l'Amérique latine, a cultural center in the heart of a beautiful Parisian townhouse
The Maison de l'Amérique latine is a not-to-be-missed venue in Paris's 7th arrondissement. This cultural center, nestled in a handsome Parisian townhouse, offers a year-round program of exhibitions, concerts and other events focusing on Latin American culture. [Read more]
Paint Pouring workshops at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery, a stone's throw from the Louvre - our test
Would you like to create your own work of art? Head to Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, to discover a Pouring Art workshop. Every Wednesday and Saturday, young and old alike can plunge into the world of pouring art. A moment of creativity for the whole family, guided from time to time by the artists, but above all by the gallery owners, so you can leave with your own work of art at the end. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Italian Cultural Institute: program, exhibitions, events... All about Hôtel de Galliffet
Discover the Italian Cultural Institute of Paris, a cultural treasure nestled in the historic Hôtel de Galliffet! Explore its history and its essential contribution to the spread of Italian culture in France. Located in the prestigious 7th arrondissement, this establishment offers language courses, cultural events and a rich library, attracting Italian culture lovers and history buffs alike. Want to learn Italian? [Read more]
