Opening Hours and Closure Dates
The Louvre operates Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday and Friday until 9 p.m., and closes Tuesdays. Last admission is one hour before closing; rooms close thirty minutes before final exit.
The museum closes January 1, May 1 and December 25. Verify holiday schedules before booking travel dates, as these affect multi-day itineraries.
Ticket Categories and Booking
Ticket prices vary by visitor category and eligibility in 2026. Check the official Louvre website for current pricing and categories matching your status. Select your preferred time slot during booking.
Advance booking through official channels lets you choose entry times and confirm your category before visiting. This clarifies pricing and timing before arrival.
Planning Your Collection Route
Choose which collections to prioritize—paintings, sculptures, decorative arts or antiquities—rather than attempting full coverage. Map a logical path through relevant galleries to minimize backtracking.
Since rooms close thirty minutes before museum closure, visit priority galleries first. Plan your route to see essential areas before time pressure increases near closing.