Sarcophagus, sphinx and other vestiges of ancient civilisations rub shoulders with universally known works of art, such as the Mona Lisa, The Victory of Samothrace or Venus de Milo...However, even though the permanent collection engulfs the art of ancient civilisations, up through the first half of the 19th-century, the Louvre has also chosen to celebrate contemporary creation. 

In the heart of the former home of the King's of France, stands the famous glass pyramids of Pei (extremely controversial in 1988).  A few feet away, the artist Anselm Kiefer is installed in the northern staircase of la Cour carrée, for contemporary art  also has a place inside the museum. A full program of temporary exhibitions, film projections and concerts makes the Louvre a fascinating place to be. 

Thus, the Louvre is  « a secular institution resolutely focused on the future ».

Accessibility

It is possible to park in two car parks which have adapted parking bays and which connect to the Louvre by accessible routes. The payment machine is accessible. There is a 50% reduction for disabled visitors.

Physical disability : Main entrance accessible. Map-guide available. Visioguide : route adapted for those with reduced mobility. The auditorium has adapted seats.

Hearing impairment : Ticket offices fitted with induction loops. Visioguide: version in French sign language. Guided visits and activities in French sign language. Auditorium fitted with an induction loop. Contact for deaf visitors: sourds@louvre.fr
Adapted visits and educational workshops (use of touch, sketching workshops, etc.) organized on fixed dates for individuals.

Contact for disabled visitors: Tel: +33/0 1 40 20 59 90 - handicap@louvre.fr