Me: I was excited to see the Louvre, so I scheduled to go early in my visit to Paris, but unfortunately there was a strike so entrance was not permitted.  Later in the week I was able to go and of course I loved it!  So plan ahead and be flexible ...... there is so much to do and see in the Louvre and in Paris!
Q: IS THERE A LONG LINE TO ENTER THE MUSEUM?

It depends of the time of day. The line outside the pyramid entrance varies from 5 to 20
minutes. This is a security purposes. Participants on all Context Louvre walks will not wait in line as we pre-purchase tickets and thus have access to a special line. Museum Pass holders or advance ticket holders can also enter this way (see our concierge service for purchase of non-walk advance tickets).

Me:  When I was there they closed at 5.  Seriously, who would have thought that when parisians have dinner around 10 p.m. who know that the Louvre can be closed at 5 :) I'm not sure, but I think it was a Thursday.  Also, the people at the Fat Tire place where we rented our Segway Tour alerted as to another entrance to the Louvre just a few hundred feet from the main entrance .... the line is usually much shorter and apparently not many tourists are aware of its existence. So, please ask locals for more tidbits!
Q: I’VE HEARD THE LOUVRE IS ENORMOUS, HOW SHOULD I DECIDE WHAT TO SEE?

The Louvre has one of the largest art collections in the world and it would take weeks to see it all. To make the most of your visit, it’s a good idea to read up on the different sections (perhaps in your guide book) so you can have a better idea of what you would be interested in seeing. If you are deciding on a walk with Context, we recommend the French Masters walk, which introduces you to French art and compliments your Parisian experience. If you are visiting the museum on your own, try not to see everything, you will appreciate the works more by focusing on a few sections, pick up a map at the info desk which will help you navigate its vast wings.

Me: That is so true and you can see my first picture was taken by the end of this trip... I have an exhausted look ... the place is so enormous, even walking in flats brought me a bunch of blisters and two days of recovery!
Q: WHERE CAN I GET A SNACK OR HAVE LUNCH?

While eating inside the collections is not advisable, bags are not searched for food, so you could bring along a snack, sandwich or bottle of water in your bag and have a break in the main foyer. There are numerous cafes throughout the museum and in the Carrousel du Louvre, the shopping centre attached to the museum, you can find a fairly good food court with world cuisine. For a more leisurely lunch or break, try the Café Marly which is on the North Side of the Cour Napoleon (part of the Richelieu wing), great for people watching.

Me: Personally I did't get time to enjoy a lunch in Louvre, but there are many wonderful restaurants and cafes nearby :)

Q: IS THE LOUVRE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
The Louvre is wheelchair accessible and you can request a temporary wheelchair loan from the information desk. There are elevators throughout the museum as well and you can print a wheelchair accessibility guide from the site. We are happy to custom design visits to the Louvre for visitors with mobility issues.

Me: I was not in a wheelchair but after I was finished I felt like I needed one! Maybe I could see more:)

P.S. I hope you guys enjoyed this museum series! I had a lot of fun learning more about the Louvre actually afterward and I hope you will be planning ahead and please sharing it with me. :) Oh, most important...  I actually found Mona Lisa in the last hour.... but could't take a good picture... people was  blocking ( so as a double glass over the painting ) ... so just look on internet, you will get a better views :) 
Questions for You:
  • Would you like to see more posts or series like this in the future on my blog? 
  • What’s your favorite art or place you like to visit or see?

Have a wonderful week and see you soon! with love, Lana