This ticket gives you access to the Louver Museum. Entering the museum gives you the chance to explore a massive collection of artwork, including the iconic Mona Lisa by the Italian artist, Leonardo da Vinci. There'll be a chance for you to explore 9.3 mi of exhibition rooms and halls at your own pace or choose other guided options. Additionally, you'll see the blend of architectural styles of the royal palace and the modern glass pyramid of I.M. Pei.
You'll also get the chance to explore sculptures such as the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and intricate paintings such as the Coronation of Napoleon. You can also choose a priority entrance ticket with an audio guide.
What's included
- Fast-track admission to Louver Museum
- Admission to museum's permanent collection
- Admission to museum's temporary exhibitions (subject to availability)
What's Not Included
- Audio guide
- Guide services
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Skip-the-security-line admission
- Fast-track access to the temporary exhibitions
Additional information
Children aged 0–17 years and European Union nationals aged 18–25 years can enter the Louver for free.
Please reserve a time slot for the free ticket on the Louver Museum's official website in advance. The time slot will be subject to availability.
Please present a valid ID along with the free ticket reservation at the entrance.
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book.
What You Need to Know
Please note that the operational hours of the attraction are as follows:
- Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 09:00–18:00
- Wednesday and Friday: 09:00–21:00
Please note that the opening hours and closure dates may change. Please check the updated information before you visit.
You may get in within 30 minutes of your selected admission timeslot.
Please enter via the Pyramid, using the line for Louver ticket holders with a timeslot-purchased ticket. Please note that if you miss the timeslot entry time indicated on your voucher, you will need to join the line for ticket holders without timeslot-purchased tickets.
Please note that you may be asked to show a valid photo ID. You might be denied entry without it.
Arrive at the listed address. Please refer to the map for assistance
You can reach the venue by the following metro lines:
- Line 1: alight at Palais Royal or Louver-Rivoli
- Line 7: alight at Pyramides or Palais Royal station
- Line 14: alight at Pyramides station
You can also reach the venue by bus routes 21, 27, 39, 67, 68, 69, 72, 74, 85 and 95.
If you're arriving by car, the drop-off area is located at Place du Carousel, near bus stops 39, 68 and 95.
If you're arriving by taxi, the drop-off area is at the carousel roundabout.
The nearest pick-up area is at Place André Malraux.
Please make your way through the Pyramid to enter and join the queue designated for Louver ticket holders with a pre-purchased ticket.
Please note that if you miss the entry time indicated on your voucher, you will have to join the queue for ticket holders without pre-purchased tickets.
A valid photo ID may be necessary to enter the museum. Without the ID, admission to the museum might be denied.
Reentry is not allowed after leaving the venue.
This activity is suitable for wheelchair users.
Due to the size of the museum collections and the daily schedule, the museum is unable to keep all its rooms open every day.
Please note that galleries may occasionally close on short notice. For more information, please refer to the official website.
You can either download a self-guided tour from the Louver's website or rent a multimedia guide, with both options available for an additional amount of EUR 5.
Please note that items exceeding 22 in x 14 in x 7.9 in are not permitted in the museum.
Self-service lockers for smaller items are available free of charge beneath the Pyramid.
Children aged 0–17 years can enter the Louver for free, as well as European Union residents aged 18–25 years.