The Louvre is one of the world’s largest and most visited museums, occupying the historic Louvre Palace beside the Seine in central Paris. Its collections span thousands of years and include paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, archaeological objects, and celebrated works such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
Visitors move through several wings and levels, so choosing priority galleries before arrival makes the museum easier to navigate. The glass Pyramid forms the main entrance, while the palace architecture and courtyards are major attractions in their own right.
Timed admission is strongly recommended, particularly during weekends and holiday periods. Consult the official Louvre website for current opening hours, ticket rules, temporary exhibitions, accessibility information, and any gallery closures before visiting.
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