Louvre Museum tickets and tours
The Louvre is the world’s most visited museum, set in a former royal palace. Here are the main ways to visit and what to know before you choose.
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Ticket options compared
What each kind of ticket lets you see, and how the options differ in price and cancellation terms.
| Option | What’s included | Good for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timed entry ticket | Entry at a set time to the permanent collection, including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. | Visitors happy to explore on their own | Book now |
| Guided tour of the Louvre | A guide leads a small group to the best-known works in about two hours, by the shortest route. | A first visit with limited time | Book now |
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About the Louvre
The collection fills three wings: Denon, Sully and Richelieu. It runs from ancient Egypt and Greece to European painting of the nineteenth century, and no one sees it all in a day.
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Good to know
Closed on TuesdaysThe museum is closed every Tuesday and opens late on some evenings. Check the day before you book.
Louvre entrancesMost visitors enter under the glass Pyramid. The underground Carrousel entrance is often quieter.
Nearby
Tuileries Garden
The formal garden stretching from the Louvre towards Place de la Concorde.
Palais-Royal
A quiet arcaded garden just north of the museum.
Also in Paris
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book the Louvre in advance?
Yes. Entry is by time slot, and slots often sell out in busy months.
How long does a visit to the Louvre take?
Allow about three hours for the main works, and longer if you want to explore a whole wing.