For the third year running, the Hôtel de Ville opens its doors to Parisians. For one day, Saturday October 12, the public can enter the building free of charge, discover its backstage areas and take part in a range of activities.
Hôtel de Ville, the beating heart of Paris
A jewel of Parisian architecture , completed in 1882! With its Renaissance-style façade and hyper-central location, the Hôtel de Ville de Paris is also an emblematic site for the capital’s political and institutional life. It is in this building that all major decisions affecting Paris and the lives of its inhabitants are taken by the mayor and the municipal team. This Saturday, this place of power opens its doors wide to visitors wishing to discover its history behind the scenes. A program of activities, events and encounters is on offer for all ages!
An open day to discover the institution behind the scenes
Once a year, the City of Paris allows the public, and Parisians in particular, to enter the grounds of the Hôtel de Ville and make this essential part of their daily lives their own. Following the success of the first visits, Anne Hidalgo and her team are repeating this open day this Saturday!
For this third edition, several areas will be open to visitors, from the courtyards of Hôtel de Ville, through the Council Library to the majestic Salle des Fêtes! Along the way, you’ll be able to take part in a range of activities designed to help you understand how the City of Paris works. Meetings with the municipal team and forums will also be held on subjects linked to everyday life (employment, solidarity, culture, local and sustainable consumption…). The winners of the 2024 Participatory Budget will also be announced in the afternoon!
And the program doesn’t stop there! Potting workshops, crêpe and waffle tastings and a guinguette will also be held in the courtyards. Children can enjoy a range of activities in the Salon Chéret. Finally, on the Parvis: dahlia distribution, tastings of Parisculteurs products, games for children and the Paris 2024 Games Big Sale!
📍 Address: Hôtel de Ville de Paris
Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris
📆 Date: Saturday 12/10/2024
🎟️ Admission: free
Further information on the Hôtel de Ville de Paris Open House