The Louvre(罗浮宫) is the world's most-visited museum now, drawing nearly 10 million people each year. It is a museum about education whose main aim is to protect and pass on our heritage to future generations.
As a palace in the past, the Louvre shows the history of France for about eight centuries. Divided among eight departments, the collections feature works admired throughout the globe, including the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and the Venus de Milo.
Special feature
In keeping with France's 2005 disability law, the Louvre aims to make sure all visitors can access the museum safely and comfortably. Special attention is given to the disabled throughout the museum. More importantly, Louvre's Touch Gallery has a space specially designed for members of the public with disabilities, inviting them to gain artistic knowledge by touch with the help of technique.
Practical information
* Buying tickets online is a good way to get into the museum in less than 30 minutes.
* Tours of the Louvre are conducted by guides from the French national museum network.
* Download or rent an audio guide and choose your visit! Explore the Louvre on your own, guided by the museum's experts.
Tel.: +33(0)1 40 20 53 17
The Louvre is open every day (except Tuesday) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Closed on the following holidays: January 1, May 1, May 8, December 25.
Night opening time: until 9:45 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays.
