Thousands of places to visit, and just two days to enjoy them all. On Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023, we're taking advantage of the 40th Heritage Days to discover the finest historical and cultural sites, and places usually closed to the public, close to home.
An improbable weekend full of surprises awaits us: museums, monuments, churches, but also institutions, ministries and unusual places open their doors to us. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, over 1,500 sites will be open to the general public on September 16 and 17, 2023. With such a rich and varied program, it can be hard to make a choice!
So how do you decide? How do you select the most interesting venues, and where should you go to spend a great weekend in Paris? Don't panic, we're here to help! To make it easier for you to plan your next outing, we've selected the best deals for this cultural event.
Participating sites often open their doors free of charge during the Journées du Patrimoine. So here's a small selection of free places to visit over the weekend.
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: visit the Sainte-Chapelle, the monument of a thousand stained glass windows
Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 to enter the magnificent Sainte-Chapelle, the capital's architectural gem built in the 13th century. On Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th September 2023, come and find out more about this hidden edifice, built to house Christ's Crown of Thorns. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023: the Palais de l'Elysée opens its doors to you
Every year, the Palais de l'Élysée opens its doors to the public for the Journées du Patrimoine. This high place of power, usually closed to the general public, welcomes you on September 16 and 17, 2023 to discover the prestigious salons of the Hôtel d'Évreux. Tickets open this Thursday, September 7 at 6pm. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: tours of the Louvre Museum's art studios
Event for the Journées du Patrimoine 2023! On Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023, the art workshops of the Musée du Louvre in Paris will be opening their doors to you (registration required). An opportunity to learn more about their unique know-how. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at the Eiffel Tower: visit the machinery of the historic elevator
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) take place this weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It's an opportunity to discover the secrets of the capital's most emblematic monument: the Eiffel Tower. We reveal the program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Panthéon: a musical program enchants the monument
The Panthéon is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, opening its doors to visitors on September 16 and 17. In addition to free visits to this monument dedicated to Great Men, enjoy musical entertainment this weekend. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: exclusive tour of the Senate - Palais du Luxembourg and its garden
The Senate takes part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2023! Take advantage of the weekend of Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 to discover the Palais du Luxembourg, the Petit Luxembourg and the greenhouses of the Jardin du Luxembourg. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: an unusual behind-the-scenes tour of Saint-Lazare station
For the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), the Gare Saint-Lazare will be revealing its behind-the-scenes secrets on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023, during guided tours (available on registration). [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: guided tours of the Tuileries Gardens
For the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Jardin des Tuileries is plunging you into its history. Guided walks" await you on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: installation by artist duo Lek & Sowat at the Molitor pool
The Molitor swimming pool, nestled in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, is taking part in the new Journées du Patrimoine. Join us on Sunday, September 17, 2023 for a preview of the latest installation by artist duo Lek & Sowat! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023: activities in the Notre-Dame de Paris construction village
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the public institution responsible for the conservation and restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral will be staging a series of events on the cathedral's forecourt on September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
Do you already know all these places by heart? Then take a look at our guide to museums to visit, or discover the weekend's exceptional openings.
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: exceptional openings and tours not to be missed
The Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris is also an opportunity to discover places that are usually closed to the public. Here's a list of places that will be opening their doors to you this weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023. [Read more]
During the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, many museums and art foundations will be opening their doors free of charge in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Join us on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023, for a program full of wonderful discoveries. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 16th, 2023 to September 17th, 2023
Prices
Free
Heritage Days 2023 in Paris: exceptional openings and tours not to be missed
Heritage Days 2023 at museums and art foundations in Paris and the Île-de-France region
