Louvre Museum

Name: Louvre Museum
Address: 99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75001, Paris, 75001, FR
Telephone: +33 1 40 20 53 17

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The Louvre Museum is an art museum in Paris, France, at 99 Rue de Rivoli. Its palace houses permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.

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What's on here

Exposition photo au musée du Louvre : deux siècles de photographie à… Until 3 May 2027

Why go

A Louvre ticket covers the permanent collections, temporary exhibitions and the Eugène-Delacroix National Museum on the same or following day.
The Galerie d’Apollon is an artwork in its own right.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 18:00Show all

Monday09:00 – 18:00

TuesdayClosed

Wednesday09:00 – 18:00

Thursday09:00 – 18:00

Friday09:00 – 21:45

Saturday09:00 – 18:00

Sunday09:00 – 18:00

Don't miss

French Crown JewelsThe gallery displayed the remaining French Crown Jewels, including Louis XV’s crown and the Hortensia diamond.Galerie d’Apollon
Zurbarán retrospectiveA chronological and thematic retrospective of Francisco de Zurbarán’s paintings opens 7 October 2026 and runs to 25 January 2027.Louvre Museum7 October 2026–25 January 2027
Rossy de Palma’s film programTen films selected to portray Spain through cinema, with screenings and meetings over two weekends.Louvre Auditorium

Know before you go What's inside With kids Tips for your visit

Know before you go

Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 09:00–18:00; Friday, 09:00–21:45.
You cannot re-enter after leaving.
The Cour Napoléon and Cour Carrée are scheduled to close today, 6 October 2026.

What's inside

Concerts accompany the exhibitions Zurbarán and Sculpting Colour.
A conference on the Rothschild tarot cards took place on 5 October 2026.
In 2025, Glenn Lowry gave a lecture at the Michel Laclotte Auditorium.

With kids

Borrow a pushchair or front-carried baby carrier free from the visitor assistance area under the Pyramid.
The Louvre Kids app has stories and seasonal tales for ages 7–11, at home and at the museum.
Families can join a free 20-minute Studio workshop without booking.
The Louvre Studio has a collaborative colouring board, a reading nook and board games.

Tips for your visit

Collect a museum map in one of nine languages from an information desk on arrival.
Some galleries may close during the week for renovations.
Free admission is available after 18:00 on the first Friday of each month, except July and August, and on 14 July.

Tours and audio guides

Audio guide: Explore the palace and collections
Family tours: Introductions to the art and collections for children

Interesting facts3

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2024
A 2024 study examined the Rothschild tarot cards’ pigments, inks and paper.
Les cartes du tarot enluminé Rothschild - Étude d’un ensemble précieux du 15e siècle
1985
Seven of the eight stolen objects had been acquired since 1985 to rebuild the collection of French rulers’ jewels.
Cambriolage du musée du Louvre en 2025 - Wikipedia
2025
The Regent, Sancy and Hortensia diamonds were not targeted in the 2025 robbery.
2025 Louvre heist - Wikipedia

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History

1911Former employee Vincenzo Peruggia stole the Mona Lisa; it was recovered in Italy two years later.
1976Three thieves stole Charles X’s ceremonial sword from the gallery.
1998Camille Corot’s Le chemin de Sèvres was stolen, prompting a complete overhaul of museum security.
January 2025Rising visitor numbers prompted the Nouvelle Renaissance du Louvre renovation and expansion plan.
19 October 2025Thieves took nine pieces from two cases in the Galerie d’Apollon. They dropped Empress Eugénie’s crown while fleeing; it was recovered heavily damaged. Eight pieces were stolen.

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22 October 2025The museum reopened after closing immediately following the robbery.
February 2026The museum began seeking a restorer for Empress Eugénie’s damaged crown.
22 July 2026The Galerie d’Apollon reopened after the robbery.

How to get there

TrainPalais-Royal / Musée du Louvre station serves the museum on metro lines 1 and 7.
TrainPyramides station on metro line 14 also serves the museum.
BusBus routes 21, 27, 39, 67, 68, 69, 72, 74, 85 and 95 serve the museum.
ParkingUnderground car park at 1 Avenue du Général Lemonnier; connect to the museum through the Galerie du Carrousel entrance.
BoatBatobus stops at the Louvre stop on Quai François-Mitterrand.

Sources: 2025 Louvre heist - Wikipedia · Musée du Louvre Official Website · Hours & admission - Plan and book your visit · Map, entrances & directions - - All roads lead … · Les cartes du tarot enluminé Rothschild - Étude… · Carte blanche cinéma à Rossy de Palma - ¡ I LOu… · Cambriolage du musée du Louvre en 2025 - Wikipe… · Louvre Museum: tickets (its own site) · Louvre Museum: prices (its own site) · Visit as a family - Share the magic of the Louv… · checked 6 Oct 2026

Where

99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75001

Website: louvre.fr/
Phone: +33 1 40 20 53 17

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Questions and answers

What is the reduced ticket price for the Louvre Museum?

€33.

Where can I buy tickets for the Louvre Museum?

On the museum’s own website.

How can I contact the Louvre Museum?

Call +33 1 40 20 53 17.

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