Grande Galerie, Paris

Name: Grande Galerie
Address: Paris, France

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The Grande Galerie, in the past also known as the Galerie du Bord de l'Eau, is a wing of the Louvre Palace, perhaps more properly referred to as the Aile de la Grande Galerie, since it houses the longest and largest room of the museum, also referred to as the Grande Galerie, one of the museum's most iconic spaces. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°51'35"N, 2°20'8"E

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

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Grande Galerie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Grande Galerie?

Nearby attractions include Tunnel des Tuileries, Paris (1 min walk), Quai François Mitterrand, Paris (2 min walk), Musée du Louvre, Paris (2 min walk), Louvre Palace, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Grande Galerie by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grande Galerie:

Bus

Quai François Mitterrand • Lines: 27, 69, 72, N11, N24 (2 min walk)
Louvre - Pont des Arts • Lines: rouge (3 min walk)

Ferry

Louvre • Lines: Batobus (5 min walk)
Musée d'Orsay • Lines: Batobus (11 min walk)

Metro

Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre • Lines: 1, 7 (6 min walk)
Louvre — Rivoli • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)

Train

Musée d'Orsay (12 min walk)
Châtelet - Les Halles (14 min walk)