Museum · France · Île-de-France
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited art museum, set in a former royal palace.
For storytellers
Why Louvre Museum matters
The Louvre was a royal fortress and palace before it became a museum, and you can still see the medieval foundations inside. Its collection runs from ancient Egypt to Renaissance masterpieces. Pick a few galleries rather than trying to see everything.
Talking points
- The glass pyramid in the courtyard is a modern addition.
- The museum holds the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
- You could spend days here and not see everything.
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Good to know: Choose two or three wings in advance and book a timed slot.
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