The famous museum in Paris that houses the Mona Lisa is the Louvre Museum (Musée du Louvre). Established in the late 18th century, it is the largest art museum in the world and a historic monument in France. The Mona Lisa, painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the early 16th century, is one of the museum's highlights and attracts millions of visitors annually. Besides the Mona Lisa, the Louvre features an extensive collection of art and artifacts, including ancient Egyptian antiquities, works by masters like Rembrandt and Delacroix, and the iconic Venus de Milo. Its architecture and history add to its allure as a cultural landmark.