9. Musée du Louvre

 

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1er ARRONDISSEMENT.   The world's largest, richest collection of art and antiques occupies the Louvre, the world's largest museum and a one-time royal palace. Originally built in 1190 as a fortress, part of which can be viewed in the basement, the Louvre began taking its present form during the 16th century under Renaissance monarch François 1er, whose successors began filling it with artworks, but didn't officially open as a museum until 1793 after the French Revolution. In 1981, then-President Mitterrand spearheaded a stunning renovation of the facility, notably the glass pyramid that now provides the main entrance. As well as western art up until 1848 including Leonardo's Mona Lisa and masterpieces of French Romanticism by Delacroix and Géricault, collections take in decorative arts, Greek and Roman antiquities; Mesopotamia and the very popular Ancient Egyptian department, much loved by kids. Free admission first Sunday of the month. There are excellent book and gift shops and several cafés on site. METRO: Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre   (© 10Best)

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Hours:

Sat-Mon, Thu 9am-6pm; Wed, Fri 9am-10pm

Admission:

Day €9; Child (0-17) Free; Child (18-25) Free - €9 Wed, Fri Evening 6-10pm €6; Child (0-17) Free; Child (18-25) Free - €6 exhibitions hall napoleon €11 - €14

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Type: Art & Culture, Art Museums, Editor's Picks, Museums

	"cd1123" more than a month ago
April 2007 A must see. We did the DaVinci Code audiotour. Thought it might be cheesy at first BUT it was great. Saw all the major attractions/paintings with other major works through in. GREAT. To save a lot of time... enter through the metro or the Carousel (shops), rather than waiting at the glass pyramid, to save yourself 1/2 hour waiting. If you use the self serve kiosks rather than a ticket teller you'll save another 1/2 hour
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	"Sherlock" more than a month ago
You've got to see The Mona Lisa (even though you'll possibly be disappointed--remember, size is not everything). Do the quick tour & then move on to Musee D'Orsay, Musee Rodin, Musee Marmottan Claude Monet ...
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	"10Best Guest" more than a month ago
Been there twice, still haven’t seen it all--guess we'll just have to go back--In the top 5 of all Paris attractions--a must do when here!
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