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Book a time that fits your schedule and explore at your own pace.
- Everything you get: Get past long ticketing lines with a timed access ticket, then explore the Louvre at your own pace. Access the museum’s permanent collection, including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory.
- Why choose this: With this budget-friendly ticket, avoid waiting in the long lines that could take up to 2 to 3 hours if you were to buy the ticket at the venue.
- Upgrades: Add a multilingual audio guide for deeper insights into the artworks or enhance your visit with an open-dated Seine River cruise ticket to see Paris from a different perspective.
Book a time that fits your schedule and explore at your own pace.
- Everything you get: Get past long ticketing lines with a timed access ticket, then explore the Louvre at your own pace. Access the museum’s permanent collection, including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory.
- Why choose this: With this budget-friendly ticket, avoid waiting in the long lines that could take up to 2 to 3 hours if you were to buy the ticket at the venue.
- Upgrades: Add a multilingual audio guide for deeper insights into the artworks or enhance your visit with an open-dated Seine River cruise ticket to see Paris from a different perspective.
Inclusions
- Timed access to the Louvre
- Access to the permanent and temporary collections
- Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Deutsch, Polish & Japanese (as per option selected)
- 1 – 1.5-hour Seine River cruise (as per option selected)
What to bring
- Download your voucher in advance to avoid connectivity issues on-site.
Accessibility
- The venue is accessible to visitors with wheelchairs and strollers.
What’s not allowed
- Flash photography, artificial lighting, and selfie sticks are prohibited inside the venue.
- Large bags or suitcases are not permitted. Free lockers are available for smaller items.
- Re-entry is not permitted.
Additional information
- All tickets are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
- Timed-entry tickets skip the ticket counter; mandatory security checks may take 15–30 minutes or longer.
- During peak season, boarding for the cruise may involve some waiting time.
- River cruise tickets are valid for use anytime on the selected date and may remain valid for up to 6 months as shown on the final ticket.
- Cruises depart every 30 minutes or hourly; check the linked schedule for timings.
- If your ticket includes an audio guide, download and activate it in advance; the last rental is at 4pm.
- From Oct 9 to early Nov, audioguides are available only in French, English, and Spanish.
- Entry is free for children under 18 and EU citizens under 25; free tickets must still be collected on-site or via the official website.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
With more than 35,000 artworks at the Louvre, don't miss out on the most famous artworks with the help of a guide.
- Everything you get: Discover the Louvre’s most famous treasures, from the Mona Lisa to Venus de Milo, with a guide uncovering their hidden details, fascinating history, and artistic secrets in a small group of up to 20 people. After the tour, wander the museum’s vast halls at your own pace.
- Why choose this: It is said that it could take 36 days to cover the Louvre. With this guided tour, navigate with ease and learn about the museum's most important and famous artworks.
- Upgrades: Choose your preferred language for the guided tour from English, German, French, or Spanish. Opt for a semi-private tour for a more elevated experience with a small group of fewer than 10 guests, or a private tour for upto 6 guests.
With more than 35,000 artworks at the Louvre, don't miss out on the most famous artworks with the help of a guide.
- Everything you get: Discover the Louvre’s most famous treasures, from the Mona Lisa to Venus de Milo, with a guide uncovering their hidden details, fascinating history, and artistic secrets in a small group of up to 20 people. After the tour, wander the museum’s vast halls at your own pace.
- Why choose this: It is said that it could take 36 days to cover the Louvre. With this guided tour, navigate with ease and learn about the museum's most important and famous artworks.
- Upgrades: Choose your preferred language for the guided tour from English, German, French, or Spanish. Opt for a semi-private tour for a more elevated experience with a small group of fewer than 10 guests, or a private tour for upto 6 guests.
Inclusions
- Expert English, French, Spanish or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- 1.5 to 3-hour private guided tour of the Louvre
- Timed access to the Louvre
- Small group tour up to 20 people (as per option selected)
- Semi-private tour for less than 10 people (as per option selected)
- Private tour of upto 6 people (as per option selected)
- Headsets when appropriate
What to bring
- Carry a valid photo ID and your mobile voucher.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
What’s not allowed
- Flash photography, lighting equipment, or selfie sticks.
- Large bags or suitcases; items exceeding 55 x 35 x 20 cm are not permitted.
- Re‑entry after exiting the museum.
Additional information
- Venue ticket pricing for reserved slots may start from €22, subject to availability; tickets are nominative and non‑modifiable.
- With timed access, you’ll enter at your reserved slot; a short wait at security may still apply.
- Please meet your guide before the departure time; latecomers may not be accommodated.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get escorted past Louvre ticket lines with a hosted intro, then explore on your own with smart tips to find the masterpieces faster.
- Everything you get: Reserved Louvre entry with a dedicated host who buys your tickets, accompanies you to the priority access point, assists with entry formalities, and provides a brief introductory orientation to help you get your bearings. After entry, explore the museum independently at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Maximise your museum time from the very first minute. No ticket queues, no confusion at the entrance: just a seamless, hosted arrival that gets you inside faster and exploring sooner.
- Upgrade: Enjoy a brief highlights tour with your host, who will guide you to key masterpieces, especially the Mona Lisa, and share essential context before you continue exploring on your own.
Get escorted past Louvre ticket lines with a hosted intro, then explore on your own with smart tips to find the masterpieces faster.
- Everything you get: Reserved Louvre entry with a dedicated host who buys your tickets, accompanies you to the priority access point, assists with entry formalities, and provides a brief introductory orientation to help you get your bearings. After entry, explore the museum independently at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Maximise your museum time from the very first minute. No ticket queues, no confusion at the entrance: just a seamless, hosted arrival that gets you inside faster and exploring sooner.
- Upgrade: Enjoy a brief highlights tour with your host, who will guide you to key masterpieces, especially the Mona Lisa, and share essential context before you continue exploring on your own.
Inclusions
- Reserved access to the Louvre Museum
- Hosted introduction to the museum and its highlights
- Accompaniment to the museum’s main highlights for orientation (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Guided tour inside the museum (visit is self-guided after the introduction)
- Audio guide (available to rent at the museum)
What to bring
- Download your voucher in advance to avoid connectivity issues on-site.
Accessibility
- The venue is accessible to visitors with wheelchairs and strollers.
What’s not allowed
- Flash photography, artificial lighting, and selfie sticks are prohibited inside the venue.
- Large bags or suitcases are not permitted. Free lockers are available for smaller items.
- Re-entry is not permitted.
Additional information
- All tickets are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
- Timed-entry tickets skip the ticket counter; mandatory security checks may take 15–30 minutes or longer.
- During peak season, boarding for the cruise may involve some waiting time.
- River cruise tickets are valid for use anytime on the selected date and may remain valid for up to 6 months as shown on the final ticket.
- Cruises depart every 30 minutes or hourly; check the linked schedule for timings.
- If your ticket includes an audio guide, download and activate it in advance; the last rental is at 4pm.
- From Oct 9 to early Nov, audioguides are available only in French, English, and Spanish.
- Entry is free for children under 18 and EU citizens under 25; free tickets must still be collected on-site or via the official website.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
See Paris in two complementary ways: understand its artistic legacy inside the Louvre with a licensed guide, then step back and take in the city’s grand scale from the Seine.
- Everything you get: Enjoy reserved museum entry and a focused 2-hour guided tour of iconic masterpieces led by a licensed expert. Afterward, continue your Paris experience with a Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise, complete with an onboard audio guide and directions to the pier.
- Why choose this: The Louvre gives you depth; the Seine gives you perspective. Explore the details with an expert, then step back and see how the city’s landmarks connect, all without juggling separate bookings.
See Paris in two complementary ways: understand its artistic legacy inside the Louvre with a licensed guide, then step back and take in the city’s grand scale from the Seine.
- Everything you get: Enjoy reserved museum entry and a focused 2-hour guided tour of iconic masterpieces led by a licensed expert. Afterward, continue your Paris experience with a Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise, complete with an onboard audio guide and directions to the pier.
- Why choose this: The Louvre gives you depth; the Seine gives you perspective. Explore the details with an expert, then step back and see how the city’s landmarks connect, all without juggling separate bookings.
Inclusions
- 1.5 to 3-hour English guided tour of the Louvre
- Timed access to the Louvre
- Small group tour up to 20 people
- Headsets when appropriate
- 1 – 1.5-hour Seine River cruise with onboard audio guide available in 10+ languages
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Combo: Louvre Museum Reserved Access Tickets + Seine River Cruise
Gain timed access to the Louvre and enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise in a convenient combo.
- Everything you get at the Louvre Museum: Enter the Louvre at a pre-selected timed slot and explore one of the world’s most iconic museums at your own pace. Wander through legendary galleries, see masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, and curate your visit based on your interests with an audioguide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Deutsch, Polish & Japanese.
- Everything you get on the Seine River cruise: Set sail on a relaxing cruise along the Seine and admire Paris’s most famous landmarks from the water. Glide past historic monuments and bridges while enjoying informative commentary that brings the city’s history and architecture to life.
- Why choose this combo: Enjoy two must-see Paris experiences with one convenient booking. With flexible scheduling, this combo is perfect for short trips, helping you make the most of your time while saving money compared to booking each experience separately.
Gain timed access to the Louvre and enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise in a convenient combo.
- Everything you get at the Louvre Museum: Enter the Louvre at a pre-selected timed slot and explore one of the world’s most iconic museums at your own pace. Wander through legendary galleries, see masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, and curate your visit based on your interests with an audioguide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Deutsch, Polish & Japanese.
- Everything you get on the Seine River cruise: Set sail on a relaxing cruise along the Seine and admire Paris’s most famous landmarks from the water. Glide past historic monuments and bridges while enjoying informative commentary that brings the city’s history and architecture to life.
- Why choose this combo: Enjoy two must-see Paris experiences with one convenient booking. With flexible scheduling, this combo is perfect for short trips, helping you make the most of your time while saving money compared to booking each experience separately.
Inclusions
- Timed access to the Louvre
- Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Deutsch, Polish & Japanese
- 1-hour Seine River cruise
- Start point: Eiffel Tower
- Assemblee Nationale
- Musee d'Orsay
- Institut de France
- Pantheon
- Cite de la Mode
- Hotel de Ville
- Notre Dame
- Conciergerie
- Grand Palais
- Palais Chaillot
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Which Louvre Museum Ticket is Best for You?
If you are Short on Time
Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Duration: 2-3 hours
Guide: Expert guide/audioguide
- These entry tickets provide skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues.
- Go on a carefully curated 2 to 3-hour guided tour with an audio headset to keep you from missing out on any commentary.
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If you are on a Budget
Go for: Direct Entry Tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Audioguide
- Get guaranteed entry within 30 minutes and explore the world’s most visited museum with an optional audio guide available in 10 languages, data budget-friendly rate
- These day-long valid tickets will let you walk around and browse through both the 38,000 permanent works and the many temporary exhibits at your own pace.
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Direct Entry Tickets to Louvre Museum with Optional Audio Guide
If you are a Solo Traveler
Go for: Small-Group tour
Duration: 2-3 hours
Guide: Expert guide
- Small group tours offer great personalized and interactive experiences. With fewer people, you can engage with your guide and group and explore the Louvre in depth.
- See the Louvre’s most notable pieces like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory, and more.
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Semi-Private Guided Tour of Louvre Museum with Skip-the-Line Tickets
If you are Travelling with Kids
Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Duration: 2-3 hours
Guide: Expert guide/audioguide
- With skip-the-line tickets, you can avoid long queues into the museum. The short curated tour will also focus on the major highlights of the Louvre, making them perfect for families with kids.
- A professional guide will accompany you, providing fascinating insights in a kid-friendly manner.
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If you are an Art and History Buff
Go for: Guided Tours
Duration: 3 hours
Guide: Expert guide
- Enjoy skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of the museum with a small group of fellow guests.
- An expert art history guide will take you on a deep dive into both world-renowned masterpieces and the museum's history.
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If You Want to Explore In-Depth
Go for: Small-Group tour
Duration: 3 hours
Guide: Expert guide
- A professional tour guide will accompany you around the Louvre, allowing you to truly understand the many world-renowned masterpieces
- See the Louvre’s most notable pieces like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory, the great French neoclassical paintings, and the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance.
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Semi-Private Guided Tour of Louvre Museum with Skip-the-Line Tickets
If you want to Explore Beyond
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Up to 6 hours
Guide: Expert guide/audioguide
- Explore other popular attractions in Paris around the Louvre Museum, such as the Eiffel Tower or go on a scenic Seine River cruise and see the city’s landmarks.
- Enjoy skip-the-line access and guided tours to some of the most-visited destinations in Paris.
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Locations in the Louvre Museum
The Louvre Palace
The Louvre Palace, which houses the Louvre Museum, dates back to the 12th century. It was built by King Philip II during the as a fortress, the building was converted to a castle between 1364 and 1380. After the French Revolution the palace was converted into the Louvre Museum.
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The Pyramid
The Louvre Pyramid was commissioned by then President of France, François Mitterrand, in 1984 and designed by famed Chinese-American architect, I. M. Pei. Standing over 70 feet tall, it consists of more than 670 glass pieces. It functions as the main entrance of the Louvre Museum.
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Tuileries Garden
Tuileries Garden, often known as the Louvre Garden, is a sprawling public garden in the heart of Paris. The garden is free to enter, and you can grab a drink or bite from one of the many cafes and restaurants, explore the many open-air statue displays, or just relax under the shady trees that.
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What's Inside the Louvre Museum?
Home to around 480,000 works of art, of which 35,000 are on display, it is safe to say that there is a lot to see inside the Louvre. Here are some snippets of what you can expect.
Paintings
The painting collection has more than 7,500 works from the 13th century to 1848, mostly from Northern Europe.
Highlights:
- Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
- Liberty Leading the People by Eugène Delacroix
- The Lacemaker by Johannes Vermeer
Drawings & Prints
Displayed in the Pavillon de Flore, the prints and drawings department showcases various works on paper.
Highlights:
- The Vitruvian Man by Leonardo da Vinci
- The Raft of the Medusa by Théodore Géricault
- Works by Rembrandt, Dürer, and Michelangelo
Sculptures
The Louvre houses various ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, as well as works from the Renaissance onwards
Highlights:
- Venus de Milo
- Winged Victory of Samothrace
- Dying Slave by Michelangelo
Writing & Inscriptions
There are various displays of writing and inscriptions that offer insights into ancient civilizations, or depict exemplary calligraphy.
Highlights:
- The Rosetta Stone
- Code of Hammurabi from Babylon
- The Book of Kells
Objects
Displayed across the museum, the Louvre boasts a vast collection of objet d’art (ornamental works of art), as well as many ancient artifacts.
Highlights:
- Egyptian mummies and sarcophagi
- Greek and Roman pottery and weaponry
- Asian ceramics, sculptures, and religious artifacts
Textiles
The Louvre has displays of textiles and tapestries in the Richelieu Wing that illustrate important scenes from history.
Highlights:
- The Bayeux Tapestry
- The Hunts of Maximilian
- Richly embroidered royal garments from different eras
Jewellery & Finery
The Louvre also displayed many exquisite jewels, encompassing the French crown jewels, and showcasing royal extravagance.
Highlights:
- The Regent Diamond
- Jewelry worn by Marie-Antoinette
- Exquisite tiaras, brooches, and regal ornaments
Furniture
Explore various collections of historically important furniture from the Middle Ages to the mid-19th century.
Highlights:
- Napoleon III's opulent throne
- Marie-Antoinette's 18th-century writing desk
- Elegant Louis XV and XVI style furnishings
Plan Your Visit to The Louvre
Timings
Night Tour
Getting There
Entrances
Facilities
Accessibility
Visitor Trails
Shop
Eat
Stay
Rules
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Monday from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Last time of entry: 5:30 PM, 30 minutes prior to closing.
Days Closed: Every Tuesday, January 1, May 1 and December 25.
Best Time to Visit: Early mornings and late evening hours before the museum closes, around 3 PM, will be the least crowded hours of the day.
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Location: Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France.
Getting to Louvre
Metro: Palais-Royal–Musée du Louvre station on Line 1 is the closest metro station to the museum. The museum is a 2-minute walk from the station.
Bus: Buses 21, 24, 27, 39, 48, 68, 69, 72, 81, 95 stop right next to the Louvre Museum.
RER: Take Lines A, B, or D and alight at Chatelet Les Halles, which is about 8 minutes away by foot.
Directions to the Louvre
The museum has four entrances:
- Pyramid Entrance - the museum's main entrance and can be used by visitors with and without tickets, visitors with membership cards, and those who receive priority access, such as visitors with disabilities.
- Richelieu Passage Entrance - dedicated to visitors with member cards
- Porte de Lions - has been temporarily closed since 2019.
- Carrousel du Louvre Entrance - can be used by groups, visitors with membership cards, visitors with disabilities, and those with tickets
- Information desks: There are two located under the Pyramid.
- Cloakroom: Self-service lockers can be availed free of charge.
- Free Wi-Fi: Available under the Pyramid and in the exhibition rooms.
- Phone Chargers: Available under the Pyramid.
- Toilets: They can be found in the welcome area under the Pyramid and throughout the museum.
- Lost & Found: Ask a staff member at the Help Desk help you or fill out a report to notify the Lost & Found team.
- Car Park: An underground car park is located at 1 Avenue du Général Lemonier.
- Audio Guide: Explore the museum's collection with the help of the audio guide on New Nintendo 3DS, which is available in 9 languages.
- Visitors with disability and guide/accompanying person get free entry and priority access.
- Parking spaces are reserved for people with disabilities..
- I.M. Pei Pyramid entrance and Carrousel entrance have lifts available.
- Get hold of the museum map and pamphlet to locate quieter areas, benches and toilets.
- Borrow folding chairs, wheelchairs, assistive listening devices, and other equipment you might need from the Help Desk.
- The Petite Galerie helps disabled visitors get introduced to the museum collections.
- Access a public accessibility register at the Help Desk.
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Journey Along the Nile: Discover life under the Pharaohs.
Secret Treasures of the Richelieu Wing: View the lesser known masterpieces of the Louvre.
Discover the Louvre Visitor Trails
The Louvre has four different book and gift stores where you will be able to find guides, books, art objects, replicas and merchandise related to temporary exhibitions and permanent collections.
- Louvre Gift Shop: Located at Allée du Grand Louvre; Open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM
- Salon Denon: Located at Denon wing - Level 1; Open from 9:30 AM. to 5:30 PM.
- Denon Counter: Located at Denon Mezzanine, under the Pyramid; Open from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Hall Napoléon Counter: Located at Hall Napolean; Open during exhibitions, Wednesday to Monday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
The shops are closed on Tuesdays, 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December. You can also also skip the crowds at the shops and visit the Louvre online store.
There is a selection of restaurants, cafes and takeaway counters available inside the Louvre Palace, in the Pyramid and even the Tuilleries Garden.
- In The Palace: Starbucks, Goguette, Denon Takeaway Counters, Le Cafe Mollien
- In The Pyramid: Paul, Bistrot Benoit, Cafe Marly
- In The Tuileries Garden: Cafe Des Marronniers, Terrasse De Pomone, Pavillon des Tuileries, Rosa Bonheur Creperie, Eric Kayser, Petit Plisson Aux Tuileries
Budget: Tonic Hotel Du Louvre, Appi Hôtel
Mid-level: Relais du Louvre, Le Pradey, Hôtel Bonne Nouvelle
Luxury: Hôtel du Louvre, La Clef Louvre, Hôtel Cambon
- All visitors must go through the security checks at the museum entrances.
- Suitcases and large bags (exceeding 55 x 35 x 20 cm) will not be allowed in the museum.
- Any item left in the locker must be collected on the same day.
- While photography is allowed for personal use, the use of selfie sticks, flash or lighting is prohibited.
- If you loan any equipment from the museum, it must not leave the premises.
- Once you exit the museum you will not be able to re-enter.
- You are not allowed to drink, eat, smoke, make noise, touch the artworks or run inside the exhibition rooms.
- Weapons and ammunition, tools, heavy blunt objects, explosives, volatile substance will not be allowed inside.
- Animals, apart from guide dogs, are not allowed inside.
Beyond the Louvre Museum
There's plenty of are and culture to explore in Paris. From monuments to churches and more museums. Here's a few attractions close to the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Eiffel Tower
Iconic iron structure that offers breathtaking Paris views from its towering heights, a symbol of romance and architectural prowess.
Distance: 3.5 km
- By car: 16 minutes
- By metro: 22 minutes
- Walking: 48 minutes
Orsay Museum
Housed in a stunning Beaux-Arts railway station, it showcases Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, a visual feast of artistic innovation.
Distance: 1.2 km
- By car: 6 minutes
- By metro: 9 minutes
- Walking: 13 minutes
Seine River Cruises
Sail along the Seine River and see the beauty of Paris's most famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay, and more.
Distance (to Vedettes du Pont Neuf): 1 km
- By car: 4 minutes
- By metro: 8 minutes
- Walking: 12 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Louvre Museum Tickets
How much is a ticket to the Louvre Museum?
The starting price for Louvre Museum tickets is €24.99. This typically includes guaranteed access to the Louvre within 30 minutes, access to temporary exhibitions, free admission to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix, and an optional audio guide. Prices may vary if you book skip-the-line tickets, guided tours, or combo tickets.
How to book tickets to the Louvre Museum?
You can purchase tickets to the Louvre Museum online. Online purchasing allows you to skip the long queues at the ticket office. Additionally, some tickets offer combined access to the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruises, providing a more comprehensive experience.
Should I buy Louvre Museum tickets in advance?
Yes it necessary to purchase tickets to the Louvre in advance, as only those with timed slot tickets are guarantee access to the museum.
Why should I book Louvre Museum tickets online?
The best way to get hold of your Louvre Museum tickets is to buy them online. You will be able to get amazing deals and make advanced bookings. And, it also gives you an easy and contactless experience with many additional benefits.
- Convenience: You can skip the long queues and book your tickets with just a click. You’ll also get 24/7 customer service by phone, email, or chat.
- Advanced Reservation: You can plan your trip in advance and avoid any disappointments like tickets selling out.
- Discounts: Avail of some of the best discounts and book combo tours that allow you to visit popular attractions in Paris along with the Louvre.
What do Louvre Museum tickets include?
A standard Louvre ticket includes entry to the museum. However, skip-the-line tickets, guided tours, and combo tours are also available.
Are discounts available on Louvre Museum tickets?
Yes, all children under 18 years of age as well as EU residents aged 18-25, and art teachers can visit the museum for free, just provide a valid photo ID.
Can I get skip-the-line tickets for the Louvre Museum?
Yes, you can purchase Louvre Museum skip-the-line tickets. These allow you to bypass the long lines and enter the Louvre with priority access. Some of the best skip-the-line ticket options we offer include:
- Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Louvre Museum
- Skip-the-Line Tickets to Louvre Museum & Seine River Cruise
Are Louvre Museum guided tours available?
Yes, you can avail of guided tours when visiting the Louvre. These can be booked in advance online. Some of the best guided tour options we offer include:
- Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Louvre Museum
- Semi-Private Guided Tour of Louvre Museum with Skip-the-Line Tickets
What is the cancelation policy for Louvre Museum tickets?
The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket you book. Some tickets offer a full refund on canceling tickets up to 48-72 hours in advance, however, others may not offer a refund upon cancellation. Please check the specific terms before you make your reservation.
What are Louvre Museum opening hours?
The Louvre opening hours are 9 AM to 6 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM) from Wednesday to Monday. The museum remains closed on Tuesdays.
How long does it take to complete a Louvre Museum tour?
Most guided tours of the Louvre Museum typically take about 2-3 hours. However, you can also spend the whole day exploring the museum.
Is the Louvre accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the Louvre has put in place many facilities and services so visitors with disabilities can make the most of their visit. Along with loaning walking sticks, and wheelchairs, the Louvre offers reserved parking spots, disability-friendly restrooms, and more.
Are there restaurants inside the Louvre?
Yes, there are many restaurants, cafes, and takeaway counters at the Louvre.
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Teresa
United KingdomFeb, 2026
To walk the corridors of Marie Antoinette and be immersed in their lives and a countries history was truly stupendous. Would definitely revisit as there is just so much to take in Wetherspoon it be the house or immense gardens. The scale of Versailles has to be experienced to actually comprehend its magnitude, truly spectacular in architecture and magnificence.
Combo: Louvre Museum Timed Access + Versailles Palace Tickets
Lainé
FranceJan, 2026
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Everything is perfect, from the welcome at the entrance to the understanding staff who explain the instructions clearly. The tour route is clear and the signage makes it easy to follow.
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Combo: Louvre Museum Timed Access + Versailles Palace Tickets
Desislava
BulgariaJan, 2026
Our experience with Headout was smooth and well organized. We visited Level 2 of the Science and Industry Museum, including the planetarium, which lasts about 45 minutes and starts exactly on time with a pre-booked time slot. We were there with two children aged 12 and 6, and both were fully engaged. There was so much to see that we could easily spend the whole day there. Highly recommended for families.
Combo: Science & Industry Museum + Louvre Museum Tickets
Alex
United KingdomJan, 2026
Having visited Paris several times over the years, I decided to take the family along.
Knowing the queues for the museum we booked the fast track (timed) tickets and on arrival were thankful for doing so. The (normal) queue was several hundred metres in length.
Whilst the fast track did not give you immediate entry, it was well worth paying the extra. We waited approximately 15 minutes.
The museum itself was simply stunning and was able to enthuse our two boys also. On reflection I would probably start on the top floor (5th I believe) and work our way down.
I have always been a fan of Impressionism and seeing the actual pieces of artwork that I have had hanging at home gave me goose bumps.
Give yourself a minimum of two hours for the visit but realistically 3 hours would be best.
Combo: Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Tickets with Audio Guide