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Excellent tour
Florence was an excellent guide with lots of interesting knowledge of the Louvre.
Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $124 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 254 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Wonders Ltd
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre.Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This huge arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid, you will spot it across the road, just before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden.
Description
With our Reserved Access you go straight inside the Louvre for a look at its fascinating collection. Your 3-hour tour offers time to appreciate some of the museum's most iconic paintings, sculptures, and architecture. Join your guide on a journey from one breathtaking gallery to the next, jumping through history while admiring works dating from nearly 450 BCE through the 19th-century. Small group sizes of no more than 12 people also mean that your expert, English-speaking guide can adapt tours to suit each individual group.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 10:30 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 18
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $124
- Child (ages 4–17)
- $114
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Louvre Museum
Join your art historian guide and a small group for a 3-hour tour, exploring the Louvre's most significant works and uncovering hidden gems. Begin with the medieval foundations of this ancient royal residence, and then gaze at the graceful Venus de Milo. Continue on to the Apollo Gallery, which houses the ornate royal crowns of Napoleon and King Louis XV, and be riveted by the valiant tales of these inimitable leaders. Marvel at love set in stone in Canova’s Psyche and Cupid and see Delacroix’s famous painting depicting the French struggle for freedom, Liberty Leading the People. Michelangelo's work awaits you in the Italian sculpture hall, and you will discover firsthand what makes Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa the most enigmatic portrait of all time.
What's included
Included
Audio headsets so you can always hear your guide
€28 entrance ticket to the museum for adults
Small Group Tour Limited to only 12 people or less
English Speaking Expert Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
254 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Starting price $124 is 22% above the typical $101 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,613 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
- Entrance ticket (€28), and reservation fee (€90 per group) included.
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
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 Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access take?
Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access cost?
Prices start at $124 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.
What days does Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:30 AM.
How much does Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $114, adults from $124. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access 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 The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre. Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This huge arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid, you will spot it across the road, just before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Small-Group Louvre Museum Masterpieces Tour with Access worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 254 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Wonders Ltd.
Reviews(254)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Our tour guide was...
Our tour guide was Florence. Florence did a great job explaining what was going to happen. Remember ... this is a "greatest hits" tour of the Louvre. It would easily take a week to see everything. Florence hit all the must-see items and kept up a steady supply of information about the art we saw plus the history of the Louvre.
D
Amazing tour with Florence!
Florence provided us an amazing experience. Extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture. Worth the the price!
H
Jackpot with Florence
Florence was the best. There were only 6 of us and she guided us smoothly and efficiently through the crowded Louvre. Her explanations, descriptions, facts were detailed, relevant and interesting. She was not just spewing bland information. We got the how, why, where and when behind the pieces. She got us upfront and close to all pieces. She was not allowed to be with us at the Mona Lisa but she showed us how to maneuver ourselves in front of the piece. Wow. She also described and noted differences with same pieces found at Versailles. Wish we had taken her tour before Versailles. Best tour ever. Well worth the money.
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Fabulous tour
Cannot recommend this tour highly enough, our guide Tinu was fantastic and without her we wouldn't have had a clue where to start. The tour was really informative and we leaned a lot about the main highlights of the Louvre. There were only 9 people on our tour so it was easy to stick together and we didn't have to wait for stragglers to catch up all the time. We had a fabulous time, thank you so much
P
Great tour of the Louvre
Great overview of the louvre highlights and tips for further exploration. Right amount of time for a first visit to the louvre. Our guide was great - funny and very informative. Highly recommend. I don’t know what we would have done solo - the place is so massive and overwhelming.
C
Great Louvre tour!
Addy was very thorough and made sure we were able to see all of the must sees. She was informative and answered our questions.
K
Our guide Florence was wonderful!
Our visit to the Louvre was made so much better by having our guide as part of a small group. The heat can take a toll - so summer travelers during the heatwave should be forewarned. We saw the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo’s, and so much more. Our guide, Florence, was incredibly knowledgeable and answered our questions while maintaining order in a somewhat chaotic environment. It would have been so overwhelming without her!
D
The Louvre made simple
Maryam, our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing the information on the museum’s masterpiece. She seamlessly managed a couple participants with mobility issues. The tour is highly recommended to get the most from your visit to the Louvre and enjoy the experience without getting overwhelmed.
H
Florence gave us a wonderful private tour of the Louve
We had a wonderful experience with our guide Florence. It was worth the price to have a professional guide us through and navigate crowds. She was fun and knowledgeable and gave us a great highlight tour. We stayed 3 hours and it flew by The most beautiful museum! Thanks Florence!!
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