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Carrousel du Louvre: shopping and culture beneath the museum

Set beneath the Louvre, the Carrousel du Louvre is more than a shopping mall. Designed as part of the Grand Louvre project led by Ieoh Ming Pei and Michel Macary, it has been open to the public since 1993 and combines fashion, gastronomy and culture, all under the famous inverted pyramid. Extime Travel guides you through its key features.

An extension of the museum, named after the place du Carrousel

The Carrousel takes its name from the place du Carrousel above. It was developed during the Grand Louvre project as a natural extension of the museum, designed to make the Louvre easier to reach for both Parisian and international visitors. The underground complex now welcomes around 15 million visitors a year.

An area that combines services, shopping and dining

Practical services line the corridors: a car rental desk, a bank, a bureau de change and a ticket office for several Parisian museums. The shopping area places luxury boutiques alongside souvenir stores, with brands such as Lancel, Bickici, Mariages Frères, Fragonard, L'Occitane and the Apple Store.
 

An extensive food court rounds out the offering, with fast food and a cafeteria serving cuisines from around the world. Whether you're preparing for a museum visit or extending it, the Carrousel offers a comfortable break in a striking architectural setting.

Practical information

  • Architects: Ieoh Ming Pei and Michel Macary; opened in 1993
  • Hours: 8 am to 11 pm, every day
  • Access: metro Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre (lines 1 and 7), 99 Rue de Rivoli, Place du Carrousel
  • Annual attendance: about 15 million visitors
  • Extime Travel tip: schedule a Carrousel break before the museum to take advantage of cloakrooms, services and a quick meal close to the Pyramid

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FAQ

When was the Carrousel du Louvre inaugurated?

The complex opened to the public in 1993, as part of the Grand Louvre project led by architects Ieoh Ming Pei and Michel Macary.

What are the Carrousel du Louvre's opening hours?

The Carrousel is open every day from 8 am to 11 pm, with the boutiques following slightly different schedules.

How can I get to the Carrousel du Louvre?

By metro at Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre (lines 1 and 7), on foot from 99 Rue de Rivoli, or directly via the Place du Carrousel.