Paris Museum Pass 2026: Prices, What’s Included & Is It Worth It?

“Is the Paris Museum Pass worth it?” is one of the most common questions before a trip to Paris — and the answer changed in 2026, when the Louvre and Versailles raised prices for visitors from outside the European Economic Area. For many non-European travellers, the pass now pays off faster than before.

This guide explains Paris Museum Pass prices for 2026, what’s included (and what isn’t), how the pass works, real price comparisons for different types of travellers, and the reservations you still need to make. Prices come from Art Visit Guide (updated 2026) and the official museum websites such as the Louvre.

Paris Museum Pass prices 2026

Source: Art Visit Guide, 2026. The pass runs for consecutive hours from your first museum scan, not from the day you buy it. There’s no child version — most under-18s already get in free at the major national museums.

What’s included in the Paris Museum Pass?

The pass covers 50+ museums and monuments in Paris and the surrounding region. The most valuable ones (source):

• The Louvre
• Palace of Versailles (palace and Trianon estate)
• Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie (Monet’s Water Lilies)
• Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie
• Arc de Triomphe rooftop
• Musée Rodin, Musée Picasso, Musée de Cluny, Musée du Quai Branly
• Panthéon and day-trip châteaux such as Fontainebleau and Chantilly

Not included

• The Eiffel Tower — buy separately (see our Eiffel Tower tickets guide).
• The Catacombs — museum passes aren’t accepted (source).
• Disneyland Paris, Seine cruises, most temporary exhibitions, the Centre Pompidou (closed until 2030), the Marmottan Monet and the Bourse de Commerce (source).
• Notre-Dame — it’s free anyway.

Individual ticket prices in 2026 (compare with the pass)

Sources: Art Visit Guide, louvre.fr, Arc de Triomphe guide. EEA = EU plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; UK and US visitors pay the non-EEA rate.

Is the Paris Museum Pass worth it? Real examples

Example 1: non-EEA visitor, 2 busy days → worth it

Louvre (€32) + Versailles (€35) + Sainte-Chapelle (€22) = €89. The 2-day pass costs €85 — you save €4, and adding Orsay (€16) or the Arc de Triomphe brings the saving to €20+.

Example 2: non-EEA visitor, 4 days, museum lover → clearly worth it

Louvre (€32) + Versailles (€35) + Orsay (€16) + Sainte-Chapelle (€22) + Orangerie (€12.50) + Arc de Triomphe (€16 in winter) = €133.50. The 4-day pass costs €105 — a saving of about €28, plus faster entry at some sites.

Example 3: EEA visitor, relaxed 3 days → probably not worth it

Louvre (€22) + Orsay (€16) + Sainte-Chapelle (€16) = €54. Buying tickets individually is much cheaper than the €85 pass.

Example 4: family with teenagers → buy adult passes only

Under-18s get free entry at the Louvre, Versailles and many national monuments, so only the adults may need a pass.

Rule of thumb: the pass is worth it for non-EEA adults who visit three or more major paid sites in 2 days, or five or more in 4 days. Versailles is often the visit that tips the balance.

2, 4 or 6 days: which pass should you buy?

• 2 days (€85): best for a short, busy trip — for example the Louvre and Sainte-Chapelle on day one, Versailles on day two.
• 4 days (€105): the best value for most first-timers who love museums: only €20 more than the 2-day pass, and enough time for Versailles plus 4–5 Paris museums without rushing.
• 6 days (€125): for art lovers on a long stay who will also take day trips to châteaux like Fontainebleau or Chantilly.

Count only the days you’ll actually spend in museums — a pass running during a Disneyland day or a shopping day is wasted.

Where to buy the Paris Museum Pass

• Online before your trip: a digital pass on your phone — the easiest option, and you can book your Louvre and Versailles slots straight away.
• In Paris: at participating museums and some tourist offices. Avoid buying it at the Louvre itself on a busy morning.
• From resellers: sometimes bundled with transport or tours — compare the price with the official pass first.

How the Paris Museum Pass works

1. Buy it online (digital pass) or at participating museums and tourist offices.
2. Book time slots where they’re required — notably the Louvre and Versailles. With the pass, these reservations are free; Versailles requires a timed booking even for pass holders (source).
3. Activate it at your first museum: the clock starts at the first scan and runs for 48, 96 or 144 consecutive hours.
4. Show it at each entrance. It’s valid once per site.

Does the pass skip the line?

It skips the ticket line, not the security line. At timed-entry sites like the Louvre, your reserved slot is what saves time.

Paris Museum Pass vs Paris Pass

The Paris Museum Pass is the official museum and monument pass. The commercial Paris Pass (sold by another company) is a more expensive bundle that adds experiences like a hop-on hop-off bus or a Seine cruise. If you mainly want museums, the Paris Museum Pass is better value; if you’d use the extras every day, compare both carefully.

Tips to get the most from your pass

• Start early: activate it on the morning of a busy museum day, not in the afternoon.
• Use it on Versailles: the Passport is one of the most expensive tickets in the region.
• Mind the closing days: the Louvre closes on Tuesdays, Orsay and Versailles on Mondays — plan around them. Our Paris 3-day itinerary already does.
• Group sights by area: Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie are next to each other; the Orangerie is at the end of the Tuileries near the Louvre.
• Add small museums you’d normally skip — Rodin’s garden, Cluny or the Quai Branly — they’re “free” once you have the pass.

Plan your Paris trip

• Louvre tickets 2026
• Versailles tickets and day trip
• Paris in 3 days
• Where to stay in Paris
• Paris travel guide

Still to book: hotels in Paris and Paris tours and tickets.

FAQ: Paris Museum Pass

How much is the Paris Museum Pass in 2026?

€85 for 2 days, €105 for 4 days and €125 for 6 days.

Is the Paris Museum Pass worth it?

For non-EEA adults who visit three or more major paid sites in two days (such as the Louvre, Versailles and Sainte-Chapelle), yes. For relaxed trips or EEA visitors, individual tickets are often cheaper.

Does the Paris Museum Pass include the Eiffel Tower?

No. The Eiffel Tower and the Catacombs need separate tickets.

Do I still need to book the Louvre with the Museum Pass?

Yes. You need to reserve a free time slot at the Louvre and at Versailles.

Is the Paris Museum Pass based on days or hours?

Hours: it runs for 48, 96 or 144 consecutive hours from your first museum visit.

Is there a Paris Museum Pass for children?

No — under-18s get free entry at most national museums and monuments, including the Louvre and Versailles.

What’s the difference between the Paris Pass and the Paris Museum Pass?

The Paris Museum Pass is the official museum pass. The Paris Pass is a more expensive commercial bundle that adds tours and transport extras.