Louvre Museum: E-Ticket
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- Louvre: Fast-track Entry Ticket with access guaranteed within 30 minutes.
- Access to the museum's permanent collection
- Access to the museum's temporary exhibitions (subject to availability)
- Access to Eugène Delacroix Museum, within 48 hours of your Louvre visit
Louvre Museum Tickets and Information
- Louvre Museum Address: Rue de Rivoli, 75001, Paris
- Opening Hours: Tuesday: Closed. Saturday - Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00. Friday: 09:00 - 21:45
Is The Louvre Museum Worth Visiting
- If you are an art and history lover, absolutely, the Louvre Museum is a must!
What You See At The Louvre Museum Paris
- Art, sculptures, historical artefacts, textiles, jewellery, furniture, writing and inscriptions.
- Home to the Mona Lisa and so much more.
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About the Louvre Museum Paris
The Louvre Museum. One of the most visited museums in the world. Home to Leonardo da Vinci's ‘Mona Lisa’.
The collection includes more than 600,000 pieces, which are rotated with around 35,000 items on show at anyone time, to keep it fresh. The collection spans 7000 years of history and is divided into eight sections including:
- Egyptian Antiquities
- Greek & Roman Antiquities
- Oriental Antiquities
- Islamic Arts
- Paintings
- Sculptures
- Works of Art
- Graphic Arts
The Louvre building dates back to the 12th century when it was built by King Philip II as a fortress. It then had various renovations over the centuries and became a royal palace in the 16th century. During the French Revolution it was converted into a museum and was officially opened to the public in 1793 when it started to display the royal art collection, as well as other pieces which included some controversial confiscated artworks!
Louvre Glass Pyramid
Probably equally as famous as some of the treasures inside the Louvre is its glass pyramid entrance! Designed by architect I. M. Pei, with more than 650 panes of glass, the pyramid is 70 feet tall and acts as the main entrance. There are actually 4 glass pyramids in total, with 3 smaller ones surrounding the main one.
The Collection
The Louvre collection is vast and covers ancient civilisations through to 19th century across 3 wings, the Denon Wing, the Richelieu Wing and the Sully Wing. It has works by the likes of Da Vinci, Michelangelo & Rembrandt and others and includes sculptures, paintings, decorative arts and archaeological artefacts, with some of the world’s most famous pieces on display including:
- “The Mona Lisa” by Leonardo da Vinci
- “Venus de Milo” attributed to Alexandros of Antioch (but is actually unknown)
- “Winged Victory of Samothrace” by unknown
- “Liberty Leading the People” by Eugène Delacroix
- “The Wedding at Cana” by Paolo Veronese
- “The Raft of Meduca” by Théodore Géricault
- “The Code of Hammurabi” (artefact)
- “The Coronation of Napoleon” by Jacques-Louis David
The Wings
- Denon Wing: Home to the Mona Lisa in Room 711! Also home to other notable pieces such as The Wedding at Cana by Verona (the largest painting in the whole of the museum!) and Liberty Leading the People by Delacroix.
- Richelieu Wing: Includes the lavish apartments of Napoleon III, statue of Marly Horses and a collection of impressive antiques.
- Sully Wing: Home to ancient civilisations with artefacts from Egypt, including mummies, sphinxes and other treasures!
Popular galleries in the Louvre include the Napoleon III Apartments which are home to a collection of his personal belongings including his throne, his sword and his coronation regalia! The 'Salle des Bronzes' is an underground chamber at the Louvre that houses a collection of ancient Greek and Roman bronze sculptures. The Louvre also has a great collection of musical instruments from around the world which represent different cultures and times. The gallery is a must for music-lovers.
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Louvre Museum FAQs
- Can I take photos at the Louvre?
- You are allowed to take photos of the personal collection if they are for personal use, yes. However - no selfie-sticks or flash, or lighting.
- Can I bring bags to the Louvre?
- Handbags are allowed but larger bags such as luggage and suitcases are not allowed. There are some lockers available for smaller items as well if you don’t wish to carry them around.
- What if the room I want to see is closed?
- Given the size of the museum, they are constantly renovating different spaces, so it is possible areas may be closed to the public. We suggest you check ahead of time. This Link shows the list of closed spaces.
- How much time does it take to visit the Louvre?
- Given its size, it’s not actually possible to see everything in one day are there are more than 400 rooms! We suggest you concentrate on your preferred rooms and it normally takes around 2 hours plus to enjoy those spaces. For example the Denon wing contains multiple famous masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, The Raft of Meduca, amongst others, so a good place to start.
- Can I re-enter the museum if I leave on my visit date?
- No. If you exit, you aren’t allowed back in unless you purchase another ticket I’m afraid. This is done to help manage visitor numbers and queue times.
- Can I draw on my visit to the Louvre?
- Freehand pencil sketches are allowed in the permanent collection as long as they don’t exceed 50X40 cm on paper and as long as you aren’t blocking the view of movement of other visitors.
Louvre Paris Fun Facts
- World's Largest Art Museum: The Louvre is the largest art museum in the world, covering over 782,000 square feet of gallery space, and housing over 380,000 artworks!
- Former Royal Palace: The Louvre was originally built as a fortress in the 12th century by King Philip II. It was then converted into a royal palace, and finally transformed into a public museum after the French Revolution in 1793!
- The Mona Lisa's Home: The Louvre is famously home to Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, which is arguably the world’s most famous painting. It’s displayed in a special climate-controlled room to protect it from damage.
- A Glass Pyramid Entrance: The iconic glass pyramid entrance was completed in 1989 and is now one of the most recognizable symbols of the Louvre.
- The Pyramid's Secret Geometry: The glass pyramid has exactly 673 glass panes, not 666 as an urban legend once claimed!
- Millions of Visitors: Pre-pandemic, the Louvre saw around 10 million visitors each year, making it the most visited museum in the world!
- Napoleon Renamed It: When Napoleon Bonaparte was in power, he renamed the museum the Musée Napoléon and kept some artworks he “acquired” during his conquests. After his defeat, many were returned to their countries of origin.
- Thousands of Artists, Countless Works: It would take about 100 days to see every piece in the Louvre if you spent 30 seconds on each one!
- Home to Ancient Artefacts: The Louvre houses incredible ancient artefacts, including the ‘Code of Hammurabi’ (one of the oldest written laws in history) and the ‘Great Sphinx of Tanis’, an Egyptian sphinx statue dating back to 2600 BC!
- The Most Famous Theft: In 1911, the Mona Lisa was stolen by a museum employee who believed it should be returned to Italy. The painting was recovered two years later and is now secured with heavy glass and around-the-clock surveillance!
Useful Information About the Louvre
Tips for visiting the Louvre:
- Book Tickets Online: The Louvre is one of the most popular museums in the world, so it can get very crowded. To avoid long lines, purchase your tickets ahead of time. Consider booking a timed entry to ensure you get in at your preferred time.
- Combination Tickets: Opt for one of our great Louvre combination tickets that give you access to other galleries or attractions in Paris. Click HERE for combination ticket options.
- Visit During Off-Peak Hours: To enjoy a less crowded experience, try visiting the Louvre early in the morning right when it opens or later in the evening. Wednesday and Friday evenings are great times to visit, as the museum is open until 9:45 PM.
- Prioritise What You Want to See: The Louvre is massive, and it's impossible to see everything in one visit. Decide on a few key pieces or sections you want to focus on, such as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, or the Egyptian antiquities.
- Enjoy the Surroundings: Walking through the Louvre can be exhausting. Take advantage of the benches and seating areas throughout the museum and watch the world go by!
How to get there
- Louvre Museum, Rue de Rivoli, 75001, Paris
Opening Hours
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 21:45
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
