Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour in Small Group with Access
Description
Discover the Louvre Museum in the most relaxed way: in a small group with a knowledgeable, English-speaking guide and pre-booked tickets that let you enter faster and make the most of your time inside one of the world’s largest museums. Starting just a few minutes’ walk from the Louvre, you’ll follow a carefully designed route that focuses on the museum’s must-see highlights while avoiding as much as possible the most crowded areas. In only two hours, you’ll see legendary works such as Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, the graceful Venus de Milo, the dramatic Winged Victory of Samothrace, and masterpieces of Italian Renaissance and French painting. Along the way, your guide will bring the former royal palace to life, explaining how this medieval fortress became the world-famous museum it is today, and sharing stories, symbols and secrets hidden in the artworks. Pre-booked entrance ticket to the Louvre Museum (dated and timed) Small-group guided tour (up to 6 participants maximum)
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Itinerary
Meet your guide at the France Tourisme Agency, just a 3mn walk from the Louvre. Here you’ll receive your pre-booked ticket and an introduction to the history of the museum and the building you are about to enter, once a royal palace for the Kings of France.
Walk to the main courtyard to see the iconic glass Pyramid, then head inside for a focused highlights route. With your guide, discover the Louvre’s essentials: Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace—plus other major masterpieces when available, such as Veronese’s Wedding Feast at Cana, Jacques-Louis David’s Coronation of Napoleon, and powerful French Romantic works by Delacroix and Géricault. Along the way, learn the stories and details that bring these icons to life.
Free time to explore after the guided tour within the same wing of the building.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
Reviews(556)
This tour was a perfect way to see The Louvre. We met at the tour guide near the Louvre. We purchased a skip the line and private tour. I would recommend bringing a fan for inside the museum, it can get warm inside. We didn’t have to wait in the long line outside. There’s another entrance inside that we used. The guide knew where to go for restroom breaks with no line. Our tour guide was excellent!
Hello Valerie, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your private Louvre tour was such a great experience and that you were able to make the most of your visit thanks to the priority access. It is especially rewarding to know that your guide helped make the museum easy and enjoyable to explore, from navigating the galleries efficiently to sharing their expertise throughout the tour. Your kind words about your guide mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to pass them along to the team. We would be delighted to welcome you back for another discovery of France. You may enjoy a guided visit of the Musée d'Orsay or an excursion to the magnificent Châteaux de la Loire, both offering unforgettable cultural experiences. Kind regards, Alice de France Tourisme.
This was a fantastic tour! Our guide showed us all the major displays in the two hours of the tour. It was wonderful to see all of the amazing art pieces! It was very busy and crowded but our guide somehow brought us to the right place at the right time and we never felt rushed. Honestly, I would even pay double the price for the ease of navigating the lines and even skipping some lineups. At the end of the tour we had the option to stay and browse the Louvre on our own. I could not be happier with the whole experience.
Hello, We are absolutely delighted to read your review! It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Louvre and that your guide helped you make the most of your time in one of the world's most famous museums. Navigating the Louvre can be challenging, especially during busy periods, so we are pleased that the tour allowed you to discover the major masterpieces comfortably and efficiently. Your comments about the guide's organization, knowledge, and ability to manage the crowds are especially appreciated. Creating a smooth and enjoyable experience while bringing the artworks to life is exactly what we strive for. We are thrilled that you chose to continue exploring the museum after the guided tour and that the entire experience exceeded your expectations. We hope to welcome you again on another cultural adventure, perhaps with a guided visit to the Musée d’Orsay or an excursion to the magnificent Château de Versailles. Kind regards, Alice de France Tourisme.
Great knowledgeable guide. We were a group of four on the evening tour. Misuk, our guide gave interesting thorough comments . After the tour had finished, she took extra time to show us Napoleon’s Apartments, well worth it. A 10/10 guide
Hello Guy, Reading comments like yours truly makes our day! Thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the evening tour and that Misuk’s knowledge and enthusiasm helped make your visit so memorable. Providing engaging and informative commentary is at the heart of what we strive for, and it is wonderful to know that her dedication exceeded your expectations. We are especially pleased that she took the time to show you Napoleon’s Apartments after the tour. These extra moments often create the most memorable experiences, and your recognition of her efforts means a great deal to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another discovery, perhaps during a guided visit of the Musée d’Orsay or on a Champagne tasting excursion in Reims. Kind regards, Alice de France Tourisme.
Sensei was awesome guide. Our visit to Louvre couldn't have been better without him. He explained in detail. He took us through the right sequence. It was a great tour.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Sinsé made your Louvre visit such a memorable experience. His knowledge and thoughtful approach to guiding guests through the museum truly help bring the artworks to life. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable experience in Paris.
Great skip the line tour with a personal guide explaining the highlights of the museum. Guide was a great source of information .
Dear Mark, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre experience and that the skip-the-line access allowed you to make the most of your visit. Exploring one of the world's most famous museums is even more rewarding with the insights of a knowledgeable guide, and we are pleased that your guide helped bring the museum’s highlights to life. Our team is passionate about sharing the history, art, and stories behind these incredible masterpieces, so it is especially rewarding to know that your guide was such a valuable source of information throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again during your next visit to Paris. You might enjoy our guided tour of the Musée d’Orsay to discover another exceptional collection of art, or our private Paris city tour for a deeper exploration of the capital’s most iconic landmarks. For a memorable day outside Paris, our excursion to the Châteaux de la Loire is also a guest favorite. Thank you again for your kind recommendation and for choosing France Tourisme. Alice de France Tourisme
That you should go inside the office to meet your tour guide. Your tour guide will help you get inside the Louvre and make sure you see all of the major attractions.
Dear Kim, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your comments regarding the tour organization. To ensure a smooth experience, guests are asked to meet their guide at our office before heading to the Louvre. The guide then accompanies the group to the museum, assists with the entry process, and introduces visitors to the Louvre’s most iconic masterpieces and highlights. We understand how important clear instructions are when visiting a museum as large and popular as the Louvre, and we are pleased that this information may be helpful for future travelers planning their visit. At France Tourisme, we are committed to making cultural experiences both enjoyable and accessible, allowing our guests to make the most of their time in Paris. We hope to welcome you again on another tour during your next visit. You may enjoy our guided visit to the Musée d’Orsay, or perhaps our Versailles excursion, which offers a fascinating insight into French history and heritage. Thank you again for your feedback, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Alice de France Tourisme
Excellent overview of the Louvre. History, medieval architecture, early sculpture history, and paintings from Middle Ages into Renaissance period. And a bit beyond. Absolutely wonderful.
Dear Blair, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed this journey through the Louvre’s rich history, from its medieval origins and remarkable architecture to its impressive collections of sculptures and paintings spanning the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. It is especially rewarding to hear that the experience provided such a comprehensive and engaging overview of the museum. At France Tourisme, we love sharing the fascinating stories, art, and heritage that make France so unique, and we are delighted that your visit was both informative and memorable. Comments like yours inspire us to continue creating exceptional experiences for our guests. We hope to welcome you again soon for another cultural adventure, perhaps with our guided visit of the Musée d'Orsay or an excursion to the magnificent Château de Versailles. Both offer incredible insights into France’s history and artistic treasures. Thank you again for your kind words and your trust. Alice de France Tourisme
I took the 3 o’clock tour. It wasn’t as crowded as I feared. Our Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Hello Louise, Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your 3:00 PM cruise and that the experience was less crowded than expected. It is also wonderful to know that you found your guide knowledgeable and friendly. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on board again during your next visit to Paris. Kind regards, Alice France Tourisme
We had an excellent tour guide who spoke perfect English. He was worth his weight in gold getting us into the museum in about five minutes, skipping all of the lines. He was extremely knowledgeable and well it could take days to get through the entire museum, he gave us a really good overview on the two hour tour. After our tour ended that we had the option to stay in the museum as longas we liked.
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre tour and that your guide made the experience both smooth and memorable. Skipping the long lines and making the most of the visit is exactly what we hope to offer our guests, especially in such a vast museum. It is also great to know that the explanations and overview helped you appreciate the highlights of the Louvre in a short amount of time while still leaving you free to continue exploring at your own pace afterward. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon in Paris. Alice de France Tourisme
We were lucky enough to have a private tour with an extremely knowledgeable guide who took time to teach us about all of the amazing works and guide the tour towards what interested us the most. He was funny, knowledgeable, and entertaining and I would highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable private tour and that your guide’s knowledge, humor, and engaging approach made the experience so enjoyable. It’s great to know the tour was tailored to your interests and helped you discover the amazing works in a meaningful way. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
