Louvre Museum Exterior Private Guided Tour with Orsay and Seine
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Price from
- $201 / person
- Languages
- HI, EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Meeting point
- The Tour Guide will be waiting for you right below the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. Also the guide will contact you via whatsapp on the same day of the tour.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Explore the artistic and historical heart of Paris on this private outdoor walking tour featuring the Louvre exterior, Tuileries Gardens, Musee d’Orsay exterior, and the Seine River. Designed as a rich cultural experience without entering museums, this tour brings Paris’s royal, artistic, and urban history to life through storytelling, architecture, and city planning. Led by a professional local guide, this experience is ideal if museum tickets are unavailable, if you prefer an outdoor cultural walk, or if you want context and insight before or after visiting museums independently. This is a 100 percent private tour, created exclusively for you and your group.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Louvre Courtyard and Pyramid (Exterior) - No museum entry Discover how the Louvre evolved from a medieval fortress into the world’s most visited museum. Learn the meaning behind the glass pyramid, architectural details of the palace, and the legendary artworks housed inside—explained clearly from the exterior.
Stroll through the former royal gardens of the French monarchy. Learn about French formal garden design, royal ceremonies, hidden symbolism, sculptures, fountains, and the historic axis that shaped Paris’s urban landscape.
Exterior visit only Stop outside the Musee d’Orsay, originally built as a railway station for the 1900 World’s Fair. Your guide explains how this building became the home of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, introducing artists such as Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas, and how they changed the course of art history.
Conclude near Pont Royal, one of Paris’s oldest bridges, connecting royal history, art, and the transformation of Paris into a modern capital. Then Enjoy a scenic walk along the Seine River while learning how it influenced Parisian trade, floods, daily life, and culture. Admire historic bridges and monuments and understand why this area is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Highlights
Professional local guide
Entrance tickets to museums and monuments
Private guided walking tour - Only for your group
Hotel pickup if the option is chosen
Photos taken in all stops by your guide
What's included
Included
Professional local guide
Entrance tickets to museums and monuments
Private guided walking tour - Only for your group
Hotel pickup if the option is chosen
Photos taken in all stops by your guide
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from any hotel in Paris, Just specify your address.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants aged 0-5 years are free of charge but they should be added to your booking
- You are required to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the booking time. If you arrive later than 15 minutes AFTER your booking time it will be considered as "No Show"
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Louvre Museum Exterior Private Guided Tour with Orsay and Seine lasts about 1h 45min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $201 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We can pick you up from any hotel in Paris, Just specify your address. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-o0AXGEKPN4wJ9sIG0RAn5NR/1WP3oKYR/PiF91g6z/5Lr93zL2w1a5pJP/yS86K+.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in HI, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants aged 0-5 years are free of charge but they should be added to your booking
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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