Complete Guide to Louvre Museum Tickets: Prices, Tips & Entry
Planning a trip to Paris? Securing your Louvre tickets in advance is the single most important step for a stress-free visit. As the world's most visited museum, the Louvre attracts over 30,000 visitors daily. Without a pre-booked time slot, waiting lines can last between 2 to 4 hours.
Whether you want to see the mysterious smile of the Mona Lisa, the majestic Winged Victory of Samothrace, or the vast collection of Egyptian antiquities, this guide will help you choose the right ticket and optimize your visit.
Quick Facts
- Ticket Requirement: Mandatory online booking for all visitors.
- Best Time to Visit: Wednesday or Friday mornings.
- Entrances: Pyramid (Main), Carrousel (Shopping Mall), Richelieu.
Types of Louvre Tickets Available
Choosing the right admission depends on how deep you want to dive into the history of art. Here are the most popular options available on our platform:
- Standard Entry Ticket: Access to permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Perfect for independent explorers.
- Ticket + Audio Guide (E-Guide): Highly recommended. The museum is massive (60,600 square meters). The audio guide helps you navigate and understand the context behind masterpieces.
- Combi-Tickets (Paris Saver): Combine your Louvre Museum entry with a Seine River Cruise or the Eiffel Tower to save money and time.
Why Buy Tickets Online?
Since the pandemic, the Louvre has introduced a strict time-slot system. Here is why you should never arrive without a ticket:
- Skip the Ticket Line at the Cashier: Don't waste your holiday standing in queues. Digital tickets allow you to go straight to the security check.
- Guaranteed Entry: Tickets for popular dates (especially weekends and holidays) sell out weeks in advance. Buying online secures your spot.
- Instant Mobile Access: No printer? No problem. Show the QR code on your smartphone at the entrance.
How to Get to the Louvre?
The museum is located in the heart of Paris, on the Right Bank of the Seine (1st arrondissement).
- By Metro: Take Line 1 or Line 7 and get off at Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre station.
- By Bus: Lines 21, 24, 27, 39, 48, 68, 69, 72, 81, 95 all stop in front of the Pyramid.
- By Batobus: Get off at the "Louvre" stop on the François Mitterrand quay.
Visitor Rules & Tips
Large bags and suitcases are not allowed inside. While photography is permitted, using flash or selfie sticks is prohibited near major artworks like the Mona Lisa to protect the paintings and ensure smooth visitor flow.
