Evening at the Louvre Museum

Visiting the Louvre Museum at night offers a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for discovering its legendary works of art without the large crowds present during the day. Entry is possible in the evening on select days, giving you more flexibility and time to appreciate the museum at your own pace.

Plan Your Visit

Arriving a few hours before closing allows you to explore key works such as the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and the Venus de Milo with much shorter wait times. The quieter environment of the evening enhances your ability to move through galleries, linger at your favorite pieces, or focus on thematic wings like Egyptian Antiquities or Renaissance paintings.

• The Louvre stays open until 9pm on Wednesdays and Fridays so you have extra time for a leisurely visit

• Evening ticket holders have access to the entire museum, spanning centuries of art from ancient relics to modern masterpieces

• Lighting at night adds a unique ambience to the galleries and highlights the details of each artwork in a different way than in daylight

Essential Artwork and Areas

Prioritize world-renowned highlights including:

• Mona Lisa – Observe the famous masterpiece with minimal waiting

• Venus de Milo – Appreciate the beauty of this ancient Greek statue

• Winged Victory of Samothrace – Marvel at this iconic sculpture

• Explore diverse collections such as Near Eastern Antiquities, Islamic Art, and French sculptures

Tips for a Smooth Experience

• Arrive around your allotted time as timed tickets help reduce entry lines

• Lockers are available for small items but larger luggage is not permitted

• Prepare your audio guide in advance for an enhanced self-guided experience

• Be aware that re-entry is not permitted

End Your Visit in Style

Before leaving the museum, take a moment to walk outside and view the illuminated Louvre glass pyramid and courtyard transformed by nighttime lighting – a picture-perfect end to your visit.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning art lover, the Louvre in the evening provides a different and memorable perspective of Paris' most celebrated museum.

Book your Louvre Museum Night Entry Ticket tickets now!