The Louvre

Sometimes we take things for granted because they are so well known. this is one of them, I think. The Louvre may be world famous, but it's a truly amzing place, an experience worth having whether you know a lot about art or not. There's just so much to see.

In a city so rich with amazing galleries and museums, The Louvre still stands out as being the best. The sheer volume of treasures on display is second to none, though the crowds can make it difficult to see some of the more famous works (the Mona Lisa in particular) so go really early or really late in the day if you can.

One of the best museums in the world without question. And yes, one trip alone won't do it justice. I like to go later in the afternoon, when entrance fees tend to be cheaper and the crowds slightly thinner.

Truly too large to take everything in - I spent a whole day in the museum, alone, without distractions. I never got out of the antiquities section. In fact, I don't think I ever got out of the very ancient Mideast section. Every few rooms, you run across some French children listening to their teacher lecture about an exhibit. Yes, it is crowded, but so vast and spacious and comfortable. World class museum - in a world class city in a great country!



There are regular opportunities to spend time in the Louvre with free admission - I don't remember what day. I might be Sunday evenings.