Louvre Museum

It spans from Antiquity to the 19th century
More than 500,000 works are registered in its collection
8.7 million annual visitors

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The Louvre Museum, the most visited museum in the world, is a cultural icon of Paris. With over 35,000 works, the Louvre spans art from prehistory to the 21st century. Originally a medieval castle that Catherine de Medici transformed into a royal palace, the Louvre became a museum in 1793 after the French Revolution. Over the years, the museum has continued to grow and adapt, with the iconic glass pyramid, designed by Leoh Ming Pei, modernizing its entrance with its innovative design.

During the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte, the museum was renamed the Musée Napoleón Bonaparte, and it was he who filled its halls with works acquired during his military campaigns and the looting carried out across Europe. However, after the fall of his reign, many of these works had to be returned, although many others remain in the museum and are great masterpieces. Some of these include the Venus de Milo, Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, and the famous Raft of the Medusa by Géricault.
Due to the museum's long history, it has also experienced significant events such as World War II. During this time, the artworks were secretly transferred to the Château de Chambord to avoid looting during the German army's occupation. Even so, the museum suffered one of its greatest robberies in 1911, when the Mona Lisa dissappeared for two years, with Pablo Picasso among the suspects.

In addition to paintings and sculptures, the Louvre boasts an extensive collection of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiquities. Among the Egyptian treasures are the Sphinx of Tanis, the Code of Hammurabi, and the Sitting Scribe. The Winged Victory of Samothrace, placed at the top of the Daru staircase, is displayed from a distance to evoke its original placement. Also on display is the impressive sculpture of Psyche Revived by the Kiss of Love by Canova, which, through its elegance, reflects Neoclassical art.

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The Mona Lisa

The Portrait of Lisa Gherardini, better known as the Mona Lisa, is the most viewed and reproduced painting in the world. The artwork is located in the center of the Salle des États, the largest room in the museum, and due to its fame, it is protected by a glass case.

Although for years there were thousands of theories about the identity of the woman, the portrait represents the wife of the fabric Francesco del Giocondo. Shortly after being placed in the Louvre Museum, Napoleon ordered the painting to be installed in his rooms at the Tuileries Palace, where it remained for four years before returning to the museum. Da Vinci used the technique of sfumato to create the artwork. This technique, invented by Da Vinci, involved blurring the outlines, blending shadows and creating an appearance of softly defined objects.

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From castle to Museum

The Louvre Museum, currently the most visited museum in the world, was not always a museum as we know it today. In the 12th century, King Philip Augustus of France decided to protect the city of Paris by building a castle, the Louvre Castle.

Later, in the 16th century, king Francis decided to transform the fortress into a royal residence. He was not the only monarch to reform the castle, as in the 17th century, Louis XIV commissioned Perrault to change the facade, giving it a more majestic and grand appearance. Finally, after the French Revolution, as an act of democratizing art, the Louvre was opened to the public as a public museum. Although the original design is still preserved, over the centuries, the museum has been modified to improve accessibility. One of the latest transformations has been the construction of the Pyramid, which enhances the museum’s functionality and gives it an innovative aesthetic.

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One of the largest Paintings in the Louvre

Inside the Salle des États, many of the Louvre’s most important works are displayed, incluiding the largest painting in the entire museum, The Wedding at Cana by Paolo Caliari, better known as Veronese. The artwork measures 667×990 cm, more than 70 m², and features 130 characters. Veronese depicts an evangelical episode, a banquet held in the city of Cana, in the style of Venetian celebrations of the time.

The painting arrived in France because Napoleon’s troops took it from the San Giorgio Maggiore monastery in Venice. Although many works were returned after the fall of the empire, the fragility of this canvas led to an agreement to exchange it for a painting by Le Brun, ensuring that the artwork remained intact. Despite this, due to the wars that affected Paris in 1870 and 1939, the painting was evacuated twice for protection, first to the Arsenal of Brest and later to Chambord.

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A Historic Diamond

The Regent Diamond is one of the most famous and valuable jewels in the Louvre Museum and a global treasure of fine jewelry. The diamond was mined in India in the early 19th century and attracted attention for its large size and exceptional quality, weighing 140 carats.

Napoleon Bonaparte incorporated it into the imperial crown of his wife, Marie Louise of Austria. However, after Napoleon’s fall, Louis-Philippe II of Orleans purchased it and transformed it into the Regent Diamond. Since then, this diamond has been worn by all the kings of France. The diamond has changed ownership many times and today attracts millions of visitors from around the world. It is displayed in the Apollo Gallery, in the Denon Wing, where the collection of Louis XIV’s gemstones and the rest of the French Crown jewels can also be found.

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The largest Collection of Leonardo da Vinci

The Louvre Museum houses Leonardo da Vinci’s most iconic painting, the Mona Lisa, but it also holds the largest collection of the artist’s works. Da Vinci excelled in many areas of human knowledge, but his artistic legacy remains the most recognized and admired in history. He never stoped experimenting, and his meticulous study of human anatomy and his innovative sfumato technique revolutionized Renaissance painting.

Although Da Vinci was not French, he spent his final years at the Château d’Amboise in the Loire Valley, France. There, he lived alongside King Francis I of France, who was a patron of the artist, leading the French monarchy to purchase several works after Da Vinci’s death. Today, within the Louvre, we can find 6 paintings, 22 sketches or drawings by the artist. Among these works, we can highlight The Virgin of the Rocks, La Belle Ferronnière and The Virgin, Child Jesus and Saint Anne.

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The most visited museum in the World

The Louvre Museum is the most visited museum in the world and has evolved to become a symbol of global culture and art. Since its opening in 1793, it has expanded its collection to become home to many of the most important works in history.

Each year, the museum attracts nearly 9 million visitors from all over the world, who come to explore its collections, ranging from ancient art to Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Oriental art. Visitors can also admire great masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Delacroix’s Liberty Leading the People and Géricault’s The Raft of the Medusa. The museum also houses an extensive collection of sculptures including works like the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Its fame and prestige make the Louvre a global culture landmark.

Recommendations for the visit

You should keep in mind the closing time

Wear comfortable shoes

Carry ID card

Check the museum's room schedule

Pass security control

Plan your route

You should keep in mind the closing time

One hour before the museum closes, no more visitors will be allowed in, and 30 minutes before closing, visitors will be asked to start leaving the museum’s rooms.

Wear comfortable shoes

Due to the size of the museum, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes for your visit.

Carry ID card

To enter the museum, you must have a valid passport or ID card with you, as you will need to show it at the security desk.

Check the museum's room schedule

The museum houses a vast number of collections, and due to its schedule, some rooms may be closed. To make the most of your visit, we recommended checking the room schedule to see which ones will be open.

Pass security control

All visitors must go through security upon entry, which includes a bag check. Large luggage, bulky items and umbrellas are not allowed inside.

Plan your route

The museum is very large and may take several days to visit fully. If you don’t have much time, it is recommended to plan a visit of approximately 2-3 hours, focusing on the most important works.

Frequently Asked Questions

The museum is located at: Place du Palais Royal, 75001 Paris . To get to the museum you can use different means of transport:

BUS: 39/68/95 (stop at Musée du Louvre) / 24/27/69/72 (stop at Quai François-Mitterrand) // 48/85/21/67/69/72/81 (stop at Palais-Royal – Musée du Louvre)

METRO: lines 1 and 7 (stop at Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre) // line 14 (stop at Pyramides)

CAR: the closest parking to the museum is the Parking Indigo Paris Louvre.

ON FOOT: 18 minutes from the Opéra Garnier, 20 minutes from Nôtre Dame and 45 minutes from the Eiffel Tower.

Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 9.00 to 18.00h.

Tuesday – CLOSED

Wednesday and Friday from 9.00 to 21.00h.

CLOSED – on January 1st, May 1st and December 25th.

Yes, it is allowed to take photos and record videos in the rooms where the permanent collections are displayed , as long as it is for personal use. Flash, selfie sticks, and other lighting devices are prohibited. In temporary exhibitions, photographing or recording certain works may be prohibited.

Yes, the museum is accessible for people with reduced mobility and has a Magnetic Loop at the information point, ticket counters, in the ‘Assistance’ area, and in the auditorium. Additionally, the museum offers a free wheelchair and cane loan service. Access through the pyramid is via the elevator, and if you enter through the Carrousel commercial gallery, you can use the escalator or the elevator.

The museum has a free luggage storage service located underneath the pyramid. Personal items larger than the following dimensions: 55x35x20 cm, are not allowed inside the museum.

Inside the museum, you will find a bakery-pastry shop, cafeteria, restaurant, and bars where you can take a break and enjoy a snack.

You can access the museum with either electronically downloaded tickets or printed tickets. You will not be allowed entry with an access voucher or confirmation email.

No, the ticket is valid for the entire day, but any exit from the museum will be considered final.

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The best experiences

Ticket to the Louvre Museum and Seine River Cruise with Audio Guide APP

Ticket to the Louvre Museum with Audio Guide APP

Private Guided Tour of the Louvre Museum

Choose your visit

Choose day and time

It goes through every corner of. Louvre Museum

Recommendations for the visit

You should keep in mind the closing time

Wear comfortable shoes

Carry ID card

Check the museum's room schedule

Pass security control

Plan your route

Frequently Asked Questions

Customer service