The Louvre Museum

Where is the Louvre Museum?

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Address:
Musée du Louvre
75001 Paris, France

Louvre Museum Location Highlights

  • Situated in the 1st arrondissement, right in the heart of Paris
  • Borders the Seine River and Tuileries Garden
  • Walking distance to other major attractions like Musée d'Orsay and Palais Royal

Landmark Orientation

  • The iconic glass Pyramid marks the main entrance
  • The Carrousel du Louvre offers an alternative underground entrance

Key Facts About the Louvre

Visitor Statistics

10+ million visitors annually 72,735 square meters of exhibition space 14.5 km of galleries to explore

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Largest Art Museum in the World – Over 380,000 objects in collection Historic Monument – Originally built as a fortress in 1190 Royal Roots – Served as a palace for French kin...

Tours and Accessibility

The Louvre Museum is dedicated to making its vast collection accessible to all visitors, offering a wide range of services and facilities to ensure a comfortable and inclusive experience. Whether you...

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Planning Your Louvre Visit

Book tickets online to skip the long entrance lines Download the Louvre map before your visit Wear comfortable shoes – you'll walk 5&...

Early Mornings (9–10:30 AM) or Wednesday/Friday Nights (open until 9:45 PM)

Denon Wing: Mona Lisa & Italian Renaissance art Sully Wing: Egyptian Antiquities & medieval Louvre ruins Richelieu Wing: Napoleon III A...

Louvre Museums All Your Questions Answered

In the 1st arrondissement, between the Seine River and Rue de Rivoli

Metro Line 1 is the most convenient option

No, advance tickets are required (available online)

At least 2–3 hours for highlights, or a full day for art lovers

Yes, with elevators and free wheelchair rentals available

Yes, the Louvre is open on Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM. It’s a popular day to visit, so booking in advance is advised. The museum is closed every Tuesday.

How to Get to the Louvre Museum

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By Bus

Lines 21, 24, 27, 39, 48, 68, 69, 72, 81, 95 all stop nearby

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By Car (Not Recommended)

Limited parking at Carrousel du Louvre Garage (€4.50/hour) Pro Tip: Paris traffic is heavy – public transport is best!

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By Metro (Fastest & Easiest Option)

Line 1 (Yellow): Stop at "Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre" (directly under the Pyramid) Line 7 (Pink): Stop at "Pyramides" (5-minute walk)

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