Adventures in the Louvre: How to Fall in Love with the World's Greatest Museum
Thanks to Elaine Sciolino's razor-sharp observations, this in-depth exploration of the Louvre may even rival treading the hallowed halls yourself. From the storied past of the building, to Sciolino's personal connection, to art history, there is so much here to enjoy.
Shortlisted for the 2025 French Heritage Society Award
A Smithsonian Magazine Best Travel Book of 2025
A New York Observer Best Art Book of 2025
A Library Journal and Economist Best Book of the Year
An American Booksellers Association Indie Travel Literature Bestseller
"Delightful." —Scott Simon, NPR
A former New York Times Paris bureau chief explores the Louvre, offering an intimate journey of discovery and revelation.
The Louvre is the most famous museum in the world, attracting millions of v...























