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Musée du Louvre: discover the artistic and tourist heart of the capital

The Musée du Louvre, one of the capital's must-see museums, promotes French and European culture through its many masterpieces on display, as evidenced by the 8 million visitors a year who come to contemplate the smile of the Mona Lisa or the fervor of Liberty Guiding the People. A place steeped in history, where art has been flourishing for two centuries already, to discover if you're staying in Paris!

October 24 protest in Paris: route, newly closed stations, what you need to know

The October 24, 2026, march in Paris will proceed from Porte d’Italie to Porte de Vincennes along the Boulevards des Maréchaux, with metro stations closed, Line 1 shut down on the Vincennes side, and tram line T3 suspended.

The Louvre will be closed on Saturday, October 24: tickets will be automatically refunded.

The Louvre Museum will be exceptionally closed on Saturday, October 24, 2026, due to demonstrations in Paris. Visitors who booked a visit for that day will automatically receive a refund.

Louvre closed: how to request a refund for your tickets?

The Louvre announces automatic refunds for bookings on October 19, 2026, a day of exceptional closure. For other situations, here are the conditions and steps outlined by the museum.

Louvre on All Saints’ Day: reservations required, even for free admission.

From October 17 to November 1, 2026, the Louvre will require reservations, even for those eligible for free admission, with exceptions. How to plan your visit and cancel a free ticket that has become unnecessary?

Louvre blocked in Paris: students block the Louvre’s opening in solidarity with high school students

Students block access to the Louvre Museum in Paris in solidarity with the high school movement on Monday, October 19, 2026. The institution confirms a provisional closure, with no reopening time announced.

Draw me a masterpiece at the Louvre: Olivia Ruiz kicks off the season

On October 24, 2026, Olivia Ruiz will perform in "Dessine-moi un chef-d’œuvre" at the Louvre. This show for ages 7 and up blends live drawing, music, and storytelling, with three more performances planned through April 2027.

When Lara Croft explored Paris: the unsettling backdrop of The Angel of Darkness

A Louvre under surveillance, a menacing nightclub, and secrets buried beneath the streets: in 2003, Tomb Raider took Lara Croft through a Paris that was far from welcoming. An escapade that turned the capital into a landscape of pursuit and investigation.

All Saints’ Day holidays 2026: a family-friendly program at the Louvre Museum

From October 17 to November 1, 2026, it’s already vacation time! So let’s take the opportunity to (re)discover Paris’s finest museums, which are offering a rich program for these two school-free weeks, notably at the Louvre.

Rossy de Palma at the Louvre: ten films for her cinema carte blanche program

From October 9 to 18, 2026, Rossy de Palma presents ten Spanish films at the Louvre Auditorium. The program opens with a conversation with the actress and a screening of Carlos Saura’s Sevillanas.

A free late-night opening at the Louvre Museum: the date of the next event to experience in November

Here's the smart move to take advantage of at the start of every month: the Louvre opens its doors free to all visitors on the first Friday of each month after 6 p.m. The next date to note is November 6, 2026.

The Shape Festival at the Louvre: a free weekend for families during the Toussaint holidays

Le Louvre launches the Toussaint holidays with "La Fête des formes," on 17 and 18 October 2026. Building games and creative workshops await families free of charge at the Studio, alongside artist Bérénice Milon.

Visiting the Louvre Museum: everything you need to know to discover it with your family

Can you visit the Louvre with a stroller? Where to change the baby? Which areas to prioritize with kids and how long should you plan? Visiting the Louvre as a family requires a bit of organization, especially with a little one. Strollers, baby carriers, changing facilities, free admission, dedicated baby spaces, and how long the visit might take — here are the practical details you need before you step through the Pyramid.

The Heroes of the Louvre: our review of the historical drama starring Kad Merad

The Heroes of the Louvre, by Élie Chouraqui, hits cinemas on September 9, 2026. Our take on this intense historical drama starring Kad Merad, weaving together family heroism, heritage and memory.

The Louvre reveals its art studios and secrets for Heritage Days 2026

Event for Heritage Days! On Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, the Louvre Museum’s art studios in Paris will open their doors to the public for a rare appearance (registration required). A chance to learn more about their unique know-how. It is also an opportunity to explore the architecture of the iconic Parisian museum! Reservations are open, here’s what to expect this weekend.

Did you know? You can take art history courses at the Louvre in Paris.

In Paris, the École du Louvre offers the general public art history courses, open to non-students, in the heart of the Louvre Palace each year, from September to June. The museum also hosts free lectures on occasion. A perfect way to become an authority on art history!

Louvre Summers 2026: the open-air arts festival between the Pyramid and the Tuileries

This summer, dive into the Louvre Museum’s new open-air festival edition, where extraordinary artistic performances unfold between the Louvre Pyramid and the Tuileries Garden, from June 20 to July 25, 2026.

Louvre Summers 2026: Paris Orchestra concert under the Pyramid canceled

Scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026, under the Louvre Pyramid, the Orchestre de Paris’ free concert has been canceled due to the heatwave alerts issued for this weekend.

Louvre Photo, when the museum inspires photographers: an original exhibition at the Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum presents an unconventional exhibition and staging itself through photography, in a special route to be seen from November 4, 2026 to May 3, 2027.

Sculpting Color: Spanish Baroque Sculpture Lands at the Louvre

The Louvre presents a selection of 23 Spanish 17th‑century sculptures loaned by Valladolid’s Museo Nacional de Escultura. The exhibition "Sculpting Color" runs in the Hall Napoléon from October 7, 2026 to January 25, 2027.