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Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $173 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 45 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Extime Travel
- Meeting point
- Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel – Right-hand side of the arch (with the Louvre Pyramid behind you), 75001 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassadorIn case of problem, contact us on:1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 812/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00
Description
Want an in-depth description of the Louvre’s most famous pieces? Want a private and passionate guide for your small group? Like time to visit on your own? This is the tour for you! Paris’s Louvre Museum is no less than the world’s biggest museum, visited by 10.5 million in 2018 alone. Learn the secrets of three of its biggest crowd-pleasers, including the mysterious Mona Lisa, on your two-and-a-half-hour guided tour. Head straight to the Mona Lisa where your knowledgeable guide will regale you with fascinating tales and tidbits about the lady with the unavoidable gaze and the wry smile, before whisking you off to discover two more unmissable masterpieces.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $173
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $82
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
Start your tour in the center of Paris where your guide awaits, eager to impart their extensive art history knowledge. Your tour starts at the meeting point, Arc de Triomphe du Carroussel, facing the Louvre Pyramid, it commemorates the victory of Napoleon I at the Battle of Austerlitz.
Jardin des Tuileries
First, take a short stroll through the Tuileries Garden to Paris' Louvre Museum and appreciate the grandeur of this former palace as you approach.
Louvre Museum
Want an in-depth description of the Louvre’s most famous pieces? Don’t want to wait in line? Want a private and passionate guide juste for you a your small group? This is the tour for you! The Louvre, formerly a royal palace, has become the world’s largest museums. You will discover the museum’s most famous works: Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace... Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Da Vinci and his illustrious Mona Lisa. Then turn your attention to the 18-foot tall Victory of Samothrace, one of the world’s most renowned sculptures. Now you’re on a cultural roll, and can’t wait to hear about the Venus de Milo, your second armless sculpture of the day.
What's included
Included
Professional and passionnate guide
Private guided tour Option available
Louvre Museum timed entry ticket
2h Guided walking tour of the Louvre’s major masterpieces (ex: Venus de Milo, Victory of Samothrace)
Small visit group (up to 6 people)
Not included
Access to temporary exhibitions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
45 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Starting price $173 is 70% above the typical $101 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,610 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency.
- Access to temporary exhibitions is not included in the price of this tour. There is no re-entry once you leave the museum.
- No elevators available during the visit. Please note that this tour does not suit those with reduced mobility.
- Cloakroom compulsory for umbrellas, luggage, pushchairs that are not to be taken in the exhibition rooms
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour take?
Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $173 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 3:30 PM.
How much does Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $82, adults from $173. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel – Right-hand side of the arch (with the Louvre Pyramid behind you), 75001 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador. In case of problem, contact us on:. 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81. 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Louvre Museum Small Group Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No elevators available during the visit. Please note that this tour does not suit those with reduced mobility.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(45)
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