Can you take photos in the Louvre?

General rule

What are the Louvre's photography rules?

Personal photos and videos are allowed in the Louvre's permanent collections. Keep your photography within the museum's rules on equipment and behaviour in the galleries.

Flash, lighting and selfie sticks are prohibited when taking photographs or filming. Turn off the flash before you take photographs, and do not touch the artworks.

Mona Lisa

Can you take pictures of the Mona Lisa at the Louvre?

Under the Louvre's general permanent-collection rule, you can photograph the Mona Lisa for personal use without flash, lighting or selfie sticks. The painting is in Room 711, the Salle des États, on level 1 of the Denon wing.

The official trail mentions a queue to see the painting. While waiting, it suggests looking at Veronese's 'The Wedding Feast at Cana' opposite.

Groups may not give presentations here or gather along the sides of the room. They may cross together without blocking foot traffic.

Temporary exhibitions

Can you take photos in Louvre temporary exhibitions?

Temporary exhibitions may prohibit photos or videos of particular works, so check before photographing them.

Your admission ticket includes temporary exhibitions as well as the permanent collections. Hall Napoléon exhibitions need their own time slot.

What to do: Ask a member of staff if you are unsure whether a work may be photographed.

Inside the rooms

What other rules apply inside the Louvre galleries?

Eating, drinking, smoking, running, making a lot of noise and touching artworks are prohibited in the galleries.

Bags must fit within 55 × 35 × 20 cm, and suitcases or large bags are not allowed. Free lockers are available beneath the Pyramid; collect your belongings the same day.

All visitors pass security checks at the entrances, whether visiting independently or with a guide. Any exit from the museum is final, so plan your visit before leaving.