The Louvre is the largest and arguably the most renowned museum in the world. The building itself is 800 years old, and the treasures within represent centuries of priceless works of art. In fact, there is so much beauty to take in once you enter one of the three wings of the museum it is difficult to absorb it all. The very rooms that house paintings and sculpture are amazing works of art in and of themselves, with ornate ceilings and rich decoration throughout. Remember to take your time perusing the museum, but you still won’t be able to completely cover it all in one full day.

The collections are divided into the Richelieu, Sully and Denon wings, which can all be entered from the base of the Pyramid. At the main entrance there is an information desk, cloakroom, gift shops, restrooms and cafés. The museum's brochure/map highlights the collections and the major works or art found on each floor. Don’t miss the Egyptian antiquities, collections of European painting from the mid-13th century to the mid-19th century, Objets d’art (including Napoleon III apartments) and the European sculpture galleries.

Many visitors begin their visit with a trip to see the Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci on the first floor of the Denon wing. Whether you work your way through the floors of one wing or pass through all three before moving to another floor, plan breaks accordingly at one of the many benches located throughout the rooms. Recap your visit here with one of the excellent books on the Louvre sold at the museum gift shops.

Admission: Full price 46 francs/ reduced price (after 3:00 p.m. and on Sundays) 30 francs/ free admission for those under 18, unemployed and for everyone on the first Sunday of the month.

Open every day except Tuesdays and certain holidays. Permanent collections – 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., part of the museum open late on Mondays and Wednesdays until 9:45 p.m. Reception area under the Pyramid open 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., reception area at Hall des Lions open 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Metro Stop: Palais-Royal-Musée du Louvre

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