Route 1: Greatest Hits in 2 Hours
Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see the famous masterpieces
Starting Point: Pyramid entrance Difficulty: Moderate (some stairs, alternatives available) Distance: Approximately 2.5 km
Itinerary:
1. Venus de Milo (Sully Wing, Ground Floor, Room 345) - Take elevator from Pyramid to Sully Ground Floor - Turn right and follow Greek Antiquities signs - 5 minutes to appreciate her missing arms mystery2. Winged Victory of Samothrace (Denon Wing, Ground Floor, Daru Staircase) - From Venus, head to Denon Wing via Pyramid - She stands majestically atop the staircase - Elevator alternative available for those who can't use stairs - 10 minutes to circle and admire
3. Mona Lisa (Denon Wing, Level 1, Room 711) - Up the Daru Staircase (or elevator) - Follow the crowds—you can't miss her! - Protected behind glass, expect crowds - 10-15 minutes including queue time
4. The Wedding at Cana (Same room as Mona Lisa) - Turn around from Mona Lisa - This massive painting often overlooked - 5 minutes to spot familiar faces in the crowd
5. Liberty Leading the People (Denon Wing, Level 1, Room 700) - Quick walk through French painting galleries - Delacroix's revolutionary masterpiece - 5 minutes to feel the passion
6. The Coronation of Napoleon (Denon Wing, Level 1, Room 702) - Next gallery over - Spot Napoleon crowning himself - 5 minutes for this historic moment
Rest Stop: Café Mollien on this floor, with terrace views