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Paris is a big cultural city in Europe, so it has many top museums. The Louvre Museum<\/a> is the largest and most famous one. It has almost 500,000 art pieces from around the world, attracting visitors from everywhere. It’s very busy every day before the museum opens. That’s why it’s good to know about the Louvre’s four entrances. Not many people know about these, but knowing them can help you get in faster. Here’s what you need to know about these entrances and which one to use for quick entry.<\/p>\n

Louvre Entrances – All 4 Entrances To Louvre Explained<\/h2>\n

I.M. Pei Pyramid<\/h2>\n

\"Doge's<\/p>\n

This is the main door to the Louvre Museum, right at the bottom of the big pyramid. There are two lines here. If you have a ticket, your line is short and you can go into the museum quickly after a security check. If you don’t have a ticket, your line is long and you must buy a ticket after the security check.<\/p>\n

Entrance Timings<\/h5>\n

July to September 2020, this entrance is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., except Tuesdays on which Louvre remains closed<\/p>\n

Average Wait Time<\/h5>\n

Up to 10 minutes (with tickets), Over 1 hour (without tickets)<\/p>\n

Getting to I.M. Pei Pyramid Entrance<\/h5>\n

Leave the train at Palais Royal Mus\u00e9e du Louvre Metro station and walk to the entrance at Place du Carrousel. Or, you can ride buses 21, 69, 72, N11, or N24, get off at Palais Royal – Mus\u00e9e du Louvre bus stop, and walk to the entrance.<\/p>\n

Carrousel du Louvre<\/h2>\n

\"Doge's<\/p>\n

People often call this way in “the mall entrance to the Louvre.” It’s the simplest way to get in from outside. That’s why many people gather at the Carrousel du Louvre entrance. If you don’t have a ticket yet, expect to wait a long time in the security line before you can buy one. Sometimes, they only let groups in through this entrance. It’s best to check before you wait in line.<\/p>\n

Entrance Timings<\/h5>\n

July to September, this entrance is open from 9am to 6pm, except Tuesdays on which Louvre remains closed.<\/p>\n

Average Wait Time<\/h5>\n

Up to 30 minutes<\/p>\n

Getting to Carrousel du Louvre Entrance<\/h5>\n

You can go into this entrance straight from the Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre Metro Line 1 and 7. You can also get in at 99 Rue de Rivoli. First, get off at the Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre bus stop, then use two escalators to go down underground.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Passage Richelieu (Porte de Richelieu)<\/h2>\n

\"Doge's<\/p>\n

If you are visiting the museum in a group or have a yearly pass, you can enter quickly through this door. It’s on Rue de Rivoli, next to the Seine river, opposite the Louvres. Near this entrance, there’s a sculpture garden you should see. If you plan to use this entrance, book your tickets early.<\/p>\n

Entrance Timings<\/h5>\n

July to September, this entrance is open from 9am to 6pm, except Tuesdays on which Louvre remains closed<\/p>\n

Average Wait Time<\/h5>\n

Up to 10 minutes<\/p>\n

Getting to Portes de Lions Entrance<\/h5>\n

Exit at the Palais Royal Mus\u00e9e du Louvre Metro station and walk to the entrance on Rue de Rivoli. You can also take buses 21, 69, 72, N11, or N24 to the Palais Royal – Mus\u00e9e du Louvre bus stop and walk from there.<\/p>\n

Portes de Lions<\/h2>\n

\"Doge's<\/p>\n

This entrance is inside the Louvre. The Lions Gate entrance has a normal amount of people. It’s near the Louvre Pyramid, so if you want to take pictures of this amazing building without dealing with a lot of people at the main entrance, this is a good choice. When you are in the Louvre area, you can check if this entrance is open and then decide to use it.<\/p>\n

Entrance Timings<\/h5>\n

July to September, this entrance is open from 9 am to 6 pm, except Tuesdays on which Louvre remains closed<\/p>\n

Average Wait Time<\/h5>\n

Over 30 minutes (with tickets only)<\/p>\n

Getting to Portes de Lions Entrance<\/h5>\n

Exit at the Palais Royal Mus\u00e9e du Louvre Metro station and walk to the entrance at Place du Carrousel. Or, you can use buses 21, 69, 72, N11, or N24 to arrive at the Palais Royal – Mus\u00e9e du Louvre bus stop and then walk to the entrance.<\/p>\n

UPDATE: As of 2019, this entrance is closed temporarily. Porte de Richelieu can be used for single and group tickets. <\/b><\/p>\n

Louvre tickets<\/h2>\n

Louvre Entrances Map<\/h2>\n

Here’s a map to help you understand the locations of each of the Louvre entrances.<\/p>\n

\"Doge's<\/span> \"Inside Inside Louvre Paris <\/p>\n

Experience the Magic of Louvre from the inside!<\/h2>\n

The Louvre is housed in an old palace and exhibits some of the world’s best-known art pieces. Learn more about why you should explore the Louvre from the insides! <\/a><\/p>\n

FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n

How many entrances does the Louvre have?<\/h4>\n

The Louvre has four main entrances: The I.M. Pei Pyramid, Carrousel du Louvre, Passage Richelieu, Portes de Lions. your text here…<\/p>\n

Which entrance is the least crowded?<\/h4>\n

The least crowded entrance is the Passage Richelieu.<\/p>\n

How can I skip the queues at the Louvre entrances?<\/h4>\n

You can book tickets in advance at Headout to save an hour\u2019s worth of waiting at the Louvre!<\/p>\n

What are the timings for the entrances at Louvre?<\/h4>\n

Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM, Wednesday and Friday 9 AM to 9:45 PM.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

How can I get to the Carrousel du Louvre entrance easily?<\/h4>\n

You can access this entrance directly from the Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre Metro Line 1 and 7. You can also enter from 99 Rue de Rivoli after getting down at Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre bus stop and take two sets of escalators underground.<\/p>\n

Which Louvre entrance is best for groups?<\/h4>\n

If you happen to be going in a group or have an annual membership at the museum, the Passage Richelieu (Porte de Richelieu) is your fast access entrance.<\/p>\n

What is the best time to visit the Louvre?<\/h4>\n

The Louvre\u2019s attractive beauty comes alive at night, with the decorative lighting showcased at full glory. Book your tickets online at Headout to skip the waiting time and enjoy the dazzling Louvre at night!<\/p>\n

Where can I get discounts on tickets to Louvre?<\/h4>\n

You can book tickets online at attractive prices, or use one of our promo codes in Headout to get a discount!<\/p>\n

Tips for visiting the Louvre Museum<\/h2>\n