Louvre Museum: E-Ticket
Save time with fast-track Louvre tickets and explore a world culture icon
- 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
- The 7-million annual visitors suggest it’s definitely worth visiting, yes! If you are an art and history lover, absolutely, the Louvre Museum is a must.
What you see when visiting the Louvre
- Art
- Sculptures
- Historical artefacts
- Home to the Mona Lisa
About the Louvre Museum
The world-famous museum, home to the world-famous ‘Mona Lisa’ painted by Leonardo da Vinci in 1506.
The Louvre Museum is home to a significant collection of around 38,000 pieces spanning 7000 years of history and is divided into eight departments including:
- Egyptian Antiquities
- Greek & Roman Antiquities
- Oriental Antiquities
- Islamic Arts
- Paintings
- Sculptures
- Works of Art
- Graphic Arts
The Louvre dates back to the 12th century when it was built by Philip II as a fortress. It then underwent various renovations over the centuries and became a royal palace in the 16th century.
However, during the French Revolution, it was converted from a palace into a museum and was officially opened to the public as a museum in 1793, when it started to display the royal art collection as well as other pieces which included some controversial confiscated artworks.
The collection is vast and includes works by the likes of Da Vinci, Michelangelo & Rembrandt, amongst 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”
- “Venus de Milo”
- “Winged Victory of Samothrace”
- “Liberty Leading the People”
- “The Wedding at Cana”
- “The Raft of Meduca”
- “The Code of Hammurabi”
- “The Coronation of Napoleon”
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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.
Useful Information About the Louvre
Tips for visiting the Louvre:
- Buy Tickets in Advance: 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.
- 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
