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Louvre questions and answers

What visitors ask before they go, each answered from the museum's own pages and from the tours we compared.

  • Can you take photos in the Louvre?

    Yes, you can take photos and videos in the Louvre's permanent collections for personal use. Flash, lighting and selfie sticks are banned; temporary exhibitions may restrict photography of particular works.

  • Do you need tickets for the Louvre?

    Yes, unless you qualify for free admission; the Louvre recommends booking a time slot either way. Tickets cost €32, or €22 for European Economic Area citizens and residents.

  • How long does it take to see the Louvre?

    The Louvre lists its Masterpieces trail at 90 minutes, a starting point for a focused visit. With about 35,000 works on display across roughly 73,000 m², choose a route before you arrive.

  • How much is a private tour of the Louvre?

    Private Louvre tours in our selection start at €169.38 per adult, based on a party of two. The selection covers 43 tours, with eight picked for comparison.

  • Is a guided tour of the Louvre worth it?

    From €58 per adult, a guided Louvre visit can be worth it if you want a guide to explain the works. Admission alone costs €22 for EEA citizens or residents, or €32 if you are neither.

  • Is the Louvre good for kids?

    Yes, under-18s enter free with proof of ID, and pushchairs are available to borrow. The museum advises a short visit built around your children's interests, with time for breaks.

  • What day is the Louvre closed?

    The Louvre is closed every Tuesday, plus 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. It opens on other public holidays unless they fall on a Tuesday.

  • Which Louvre entrance is best?

    For an individual visit, start with the Pyramid, the Louvre's main entrance. Ticket holders can also use Carrousel or Porte des Lions, which has last entry at 17:00.