About the Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum, located in the heart of Paris, occupies a former royal palace whose history dates back to the 12th century, when it was built as a defensive fortress under the reign of Philip II. Over the centuries, the building was expanded and transformed by various French monarchs until it became a royal residence. Following the French Revolution, the Louvre opened its doors as a public museum in 1793, gradually becoming one of the world’s greatest cultural and artistic symbols.
What to see during the visit
During your visit to the Louvre, you will admire universal masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the impressive Winged Victory of Samothrace. The APP audio guide will allow you to explore the different collections at your own pace, discovering paintings, sculptures, and antiquities from historical civilizations. The experience continues with a cruise along the Seine, where you will see iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Orsay Museum, and the historic bridges of Paris.
“Walking through Paris is like walking through the history of the world.” — Victor Hugo
Fun Facts
- The Louvre’s glass pyramid, inaugurated in 1989, was designed by architect I. M. Pei and initially sparked great controversy in France.
- The Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre in 1911 and remained missing for more than two years before being recovered in Italy.
- The Seine River is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and many of the monuments seen during the cruise are part of this historic and cultural recognition.
