Louvre Pyramid, Paris

Name: Louvre Pyramid
Address: Paris, France

#699 among attractions in Paris

Museum, Baroque architecture, Museum district

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Facts and practical information

The Louvre Pyramid is a large glass and metal structure designed by the Chinese-American architect I. M. Pei. The pyramid is in the main courtyard of the Louvre Palace in Paris, surrounded by three smaller pyramids. The large pyramid serves as the main entrance to the Louvre Museum. Completed in 1988 as part of the broader Grand Louvre project, it has become a landmark of the city of Paris. ()

Local name: Pyramide du Louvre Architectural style: Egyptian revivalCoordinates: 48°51'40"N, 2°20'9"E

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Louvre (Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois)Paris France

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Day trips

Louvre Pyramid – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée du Louvre, Louvre Palace, Carrousel du Louvre, Le Louvre des Antiquaires.

~130 ftSE
Landmark art museum with vast collection
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Baroque architecture, Forts and castles, Neo-renaissance architecture
Louvre Palace, Paris
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Shopping, Baroque architecture, Shopping centre
Carrousel du Louvre, Paris
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~620 ftNE
Shopping, Department store
Le Louvre des Antiquaires, Paris
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, just a stone's throw from the iconic Louvre Museum, Le Louvre des Antiquaires offers a different kind of cultural experience. This exquisite shopping arcade, which opened its doors in 1978, is a treasure trove for collectors...
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Baroque architecture, Empire architecture, Arch
Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Paris
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~710 ftE
Baroque architecture, Palace
Cour Carrée, Paris
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~940 ftN
17th-century arcaded palace with gardens
Palais Royal, Paris
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~1000 ftSE
Scenic bridge crossing the Seine
Pont des Arts, Paris
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Gothic architecture, Baroque architecture, Palace
Louvre castle, Paris
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Louvre Colonnade, Paris
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Place du Carrousel, Paris
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Louvre Pyramid?

Nearby attractions include Louvre Palace, Paris (1 min walk), Musée du Louvre, Paris (1 min walk), Capitoline Venus, Paris (1 min walk), Louvre Inverted Pyramid, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Louvre Pyramid by public transport?

The nearest stations to Louvre Pyramid:

Bus

Musée du Louvre • Lines: 27, 39, 68, 69, 95, Bleue (3 min walk)
Quai François Mitterrand • Lines: 27, 69, 72, N11, N24 (3 min walk)

Metro

Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre • Lines: 1, 7 (3 min walk)
Louvre — Rivoli • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Louvre • Lines: Batobus (6 min walk)
Musée d'Orsay • Lines: Batobus (11 min walk)

Train

Musée d'Orsay (12 min walk)
Châtelet - Les Halles (13 min walk)