Free & Reduced Louvre Tickets

Find out if you qualify for free or discounted entry to the Louvre Museum

Who Gets Free Entry to the Louvre?

The Louvre Museum offers free admission to several categories of visitors. You must present valid proof at the entrance:

    • Under 18 — Free for all nationalities (ID or passport required)
    • 18-25 EU/EEA residents — Free for residents of European Union or European Economic Area countries (valid ID required)
    • Disabled visitors + 1 companion — Free with valid disability card
    • Unemployed French residents — Free with proof from Pôle Emploi dated within the last 6 months
    • Art teachers — Free with valid professional card
    • Journalists — Free with valid press card
    • ICOM members — Free with valid International Council of Museums card

Free entry events:

    • First Saturday evening of each month — Free entry from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM
    • Bastille Day (14 July) — Free entry all day

Reduced rates: Group bookings of 7 or more people may qualify for reduced rates when booked through accredited tour operators.

Paris Museum Pass & Other Discounts

The Paris Museum Pass includes unlimited skip-the-line access to the Louvre and over 50 other museums and monuments in Paris. It is available for 2 days (€55), 4 days (€70), or 6 days (€85). If you plan to visit multiple Paris museums, this pass can offer significant savings and convenience.

How to claim free entry: Simply present your valid document (ID, disability card, press card, etc.) at the entrance. You do not need to purchase a ticket online in advance — go directly to the free admission lane. However, during peak periods, even free-entry visitors may face queues, so arriving early is recommended.

Note for 18-25 EU/EEA residents: You must show an ID proving both your age and your country of residence. A passport or national ID card is accepted. Student cards alone are not sufficient proof of residency.

Free & Reduced Tickets FAQ

Common questions about free and discounted Louvre entry

Who gets free entry to the Louvre?
Free entry is available for visitors under 18 (all nationalities), 18-25 year-old EU/EEA residents, disabled visitors with one companion, unemployed French residents with proof, art teachers, journalists with press cards, and ICOM members. Free entry is also offered on the first Saturday evening of each month (6-9:45 PM) and on Bastille Day (14 July).
Is the Paris Museum Pass worth it for the Louvre?
If you plan to visit 3 or more museums during your Paris trip, the Paris Museum Pass (€55 for 2 days) is excellent value. It covers the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Versailles, and 50+ other sites. It also provides skip-the-line access. For a single Louvre visit at €22, buying an individual ticket is more economical.
Is the first Saturday evening really free?
Yes, the Louvre offers free entry on the first Saturday evening of each month from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM. No ticket is needed — simply queue at the entrance. Be aware that these evenings tend to be very popular and crowded. Arrive before 6 PM to minimise your wait time.
What proof do I need for free entry?
Under 18: passport or ID card showing date of birth. 18-25 EU/EEA residents: national ID card or passport proving age and country of residence. Disabled visitors: valid disability card (European Disability Card or equivalent). Journalists: valid press card. Unemployed French residents: Pôle Emploi attestation dated within the last 6 months.

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