Paris: UNESCO Headquarters Ticket with Guided Tour

Located in Paris,
UNESCO Headquarters

UNESCO's headquarters is located at Place de Fontenoy in the 7th district of Paris, overlooking the Eiffel Tower. UNESCO is an educational, scientific and cultural organization under the international organization United Nations (UN).

UNESCO was created after World War II out of a need for world peace and human development. Since its establishment , UNESCO has contributed to world peace and security by promoting international cooperation in the fields of education, science, culture, information, and communication.

UNESCO's mission

UNESCO's mission is to contribute to world peace and sustainable development of humanity through international cooperation in various fields. At UNESCO, we want to make sure that no one is left behind, especially in the fields of education and culture. We work to ensure that every child and every citizen has access to quality education, protect cultural heritage by promoting the dignity of all cultures, and foster science programs and policies. It helps countries adopt international standards and promotes the exchange of knowledge and ideas.

Take a tour with a professional guide

Tour UNESCO headquarters with commentary from a professional guide. You can see the headquarters building, which was built through collaboration between leading architects of the 20th century, a grand conference room, a maze-like walkway, magnificent concrete corridors, and the only Japanese garden in Paris. A collection of works by artists such as Miró and Picasso are also on display.

Learn about the international organization's operations and values through a guided tour focused on UNESCO's activities and impact.