Latest landmark updates

New scaffolding, closures and reopenings at the 306 landmarks we track, newest first. Last full check 2 Nov 2026. Subscribe with the Atom feed.

• Golden Gate Bridge: partly under works · San FranciscoSeismic retrofit under way: about 230,000 sq ft of temporary work platforms and scaffolding on the side spans; the next phase also repaints the south tower.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Smithsonian Castle: closed · Washington, D.C.Closed for a multi-year renovation; the first floor reopened only for summer 2026, until 7 September.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Flatiron Building: partly under works · New YorkScaffolding that wrapped the building for seven years started coming down on 8 April 2026, top first; the building is lit at night again. Lower-level removal an…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Sydney Harbour Bridge: partly under works · Sydney and AustraliaOngoing repainting works with scaffolding and work platforms on sections of the bridge; some heritage lights are covered. Work near Circular Quay started in mid…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Angkor Wat: partly under works · Siem ReapThe whole site is open. The north-east corner of the central Bakan tower is under restoration by APSARA and the Korea Heritage Service, with some areas roped of…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Kumamoto Castle: partly under works · Western Japan and OkinawaThe main keep reopened in 2021 after earthquake damage; repairs to walls and other buildings continue and parts of the grounds are off-limits.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Enryaku-ji: covered by scaffolding · Kyoto and NaraThe main hall (Konponchudo) is covered by a scaffolding shed, and its interior is closed for most of 2026 and 2027.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Heian Shrine: partly under works · Kyoto and NaraRenovation in stages until March 2031. Some buildings are covered, but the shrine and garden remain open.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Hagia Sophia: partly under works · IstanbulOpen. The main dome is closed off inside and scaffolding covers part of the exterior; the gallery mosaics remain visible.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Cologne Cathedral: partly under works · CologneThe cathedral works yard keeps scaffolding on some part of the building at all times; locals joke the world ends when it comes off. The main west facade is usua…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Royal Alcázar of Seville: partly under works · SevilleOpen. The Cenador de Carlos V garden pavilion is closed while its roof is restored; restoration was widened on 13 October 2026. It is the only closed space in t…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Spotify Camp Nou: partly under works · BarcelonaMatches are played in the partly rebuilt stadium; the third tier is done but the roof has not been installed. Expect cranes.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Sagrada Família: partly under works · BarcelonaThe central Tower of Jesus Christ was completed in February 2026 and blessed on 10 June 2026. Cranes and scaffolding remain around the tower and the unfinished …Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Notre-Dame de Paris: partly under works · ParisThe west front and towers seen from the parvis are clear. The east end (chevet) is under scaffolding for the restoration of its 22 flying buttresses, and the 19…Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Basilica di San Clemente: conflicting reports · RomeScaffolding went up in January 2026 with short winter closures. We found no report confirming it has come down.Checked 2 Nov 2026
• Moraine Lake: closed · CanadaSeasonal closure: Moraine Lake Road closes after Canadian Thanksgiving because of snow and avalanche risk and usually reopens around 1 June. The lake is frozen …13 Oct 2026
• Apollo Theater: closed · New YorkClosed for a year-long, $65 million renovation including the facade and marquee.1 Jul 2026
• Église de la Madeleine: partly under works · ParisThe north facade (rue Tronchet side) is under scaffolding for about 16 months, partly funded by a 700 m² advertising tarp. The church stays open.1 Jul 2026
• Parthenon reopened or lost its scaffolding · Athens and SantoriniThe scaffolding on the west facade came down in early June 2026, after about 20 years; the restored west pediment was unveiled on 15 June 2026.15 Jun 2026
• Basilica Cistern: conflicting reports · IstanbulClosed briefly in June 2026 during a disputed handover from the city to the national foundations directorate. Some sources say it reopened on 6 June; others sti…1 Jun 2026
• Belém Tower reopened or lost its scaffolding · LisbonReopened on 27 May 2026 after a restoration that started in April 2025. Entry is now timed: up to 60 visitors every 30 minutes.27 May 2026
• Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool: conflicting reports · Washington, D.C.Drained on 10 April 2026 for cleaning, joint repairs and a new lining. We found no confirmation that it has been refilled.10 Apr 2026
• Citadella reopened or lost its scaffolding · BudapestReopened in 2026 after a full renovation of the fortress walls and Liberty Statue.1 Apr 2026
• Giotto's Campanile: covered by scaffolding · FlorenceFull-height scaffolding was completed on 1 October 2026 for the first complete restoration in the tower's history. The climb and rooftop terrace stay open. Scaf…9 Mar 2026
• Sistine Chapel reopened or lost its scaffolding · RomeThe scaffolding in front of Michelangelo's Last Judgment (January to March 2026) has come down. Visits continued throughout.1 Mar 2026
• Taj Mahal reopened or lost its scaffolding · Agra, Delhi, Jaipur and AmritsarDome scaffolding was due down before Christmas 2025 and visitors reported a clear front view from January 2026. Minor conservation at the rear may continue.1 Jan 2026
• White House: partly under works · Washington, D.C.The East Wing was demolished in October 2025 to build a ballroom; the construction site is visible from the east side. Legal challenges were still pending in 20…1 Oct 2025
• St. Stephen's Cathedral reopened or lost its scaffolding · ViennaThe south tower lost its scaffolding in October 2025 after almost 30 years. Smaller works will keep returning.1 Oct 2025
• Centre Pompidou: closed · ParisClosed for a five-year renovation (asbestos removal, fire safety, accessibility). No exact reopening day has been announced.22 Sep 2025
• Neuschwanstein Castle reopened or lost its scaffolding · Munich and BavariaThe long interior restoration was declared complete on 7 July 2025, so the full room tour is back.7 Jul 2025

See the full 2026 list.