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General
From 19 years old.
€ 89
Children
From 0 to 18 years old.
€ 29
Learn about the world’s greatest art at the Louvre Museum
Begin your Louvre Museum Tour at the iconic glass pyramid, one of Paris’s most famous landmarks. From this unforgettable meeting point, your expert guide will lead you into the world’s largest art museum, helping you skip the long lines and step straight into centuries of history and beauty.
Inside the Louvre, experience its legendary highlights with your guide’s expert storytelling. Admire the enigmatic smile of the Mona Lisa, the timeless grace of the Venus de Milo, and the majestic Winged Victory of Samothrace. Each stop on your Louvre Museum Tour brings these masterpieces to life through fascinating stories and cultural insights.
Your guide will also uncover hidden gems beyond the world-famous icons. From Renaissance paintings to ancient Egyptian relics, and even the original fortress foundations, the Louvre reveals layers of history you won’t discover on your own.
At the end of the guided Louvre Museum Tour, you’re free to continue exploring the galleries at your own pace. Tickets are limited and often sell out months in advance, so don’t wait—book your Louvre Museum Tour today and secure your place in Paris’s most iconic museum!
Tour Highlights:
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- 1.5-Hour guided tour of the Louvre Museum masterpieces
- Fast-track access to the Louvre Museum
- Free time at the end of the tour to explore the collection
- Licensed guide and radio devices to follow the explanations
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- 1.5-Hour guided tour of the Louvre Museum masterpieces
- Fast-track access to the Louvre Museum
- Free time at the end of the tour to explore the collection
- Licensed guide and radio devices to follow the explanations
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Passage Richelieu. Looking at the main pyramid of the Louvre Museum, the meeting point is next to the small pyramid on the left side. Your guide will be holding a sign with a The Touring Pandas logo.
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Stay flexible: Cancel up to 48 hours before the start of the tour and get a full refund.
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This tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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- Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes early for check-in. Latecomers and no-shows can’t be accommodated and no refunds are applicable.
- The Louvre Museum is free for all visitors under 18, and for all EU residents under 26.
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Is 1.5 hours enough to visit the Louvre Museum?
The Louvre is one of the largest museums in the world and cannot be fully explored in a single visit. This guided tour is designed to help first-time visitors discover the museum’s most important masterpieces efficiently while understanding their historical and artistic significance. After the guided tour, you are free to continue exploring independently for as long as you wish.
Will we see the Mona Lisa?
Yes. The Mona Lisa is one of the highlights of the guided tour. Your guide will explain the fascinating history behind Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, its worldwide fame, and the reasons why it continues to attract millions of visitors every year.
Can I take photos of the Mona Lisa?
Yes. Photography is generally permitted in the Louvre Museum, including in the room where the Mona Lisa is displayed. However, flash photography is not allowed, and visitors are expected to follow museum regulations and staff instructions.
Will the Mona Lisa be crowded?
The Mona Lisa is one of the most visited artworks in the world, so crowds are common throughout the day. Your guide will help you navigate the museum efficiently and provide context about the painting, making the experience more rewarding regardless of visitor numbers.
Which masterpieces will we see besides the Mona Lisa?
The tour typically includes several of the Louvre’s most famous treasures, such as the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and other key works from the museum’s vast collection. The exact route may vary depending on museum conditions and visitor flow.
Why should I take a guided tour instead of visiting the Louvre on my own?
The Louvre contains tens of thousands of artworks spread across multiple wings and floors. Many visitors find it overwhelming to navigate independently. A guided tour helps you focus on the most significant masterpieces while providing historical context, stories, and artistic insights that bring the collection to life.
Will I learn about the history of the Louvre building itself?
Yes. In addition to the artworks, your guide will explain the fascinating history of the Louvre, from its origins as a medieval fortress to its transformation into the world’s most famous museum.
Can I stay inside the museum after the guided tour ends?
Yes. Once the guided portion concludes, you are welcome to remain inside the Louvre Museum and continue exploring the galleries independently at your own pace.
Is the Louvre suitable for visitors who are not familiar with art?
Absolutely. The tour is designed for all visitors, including those with little or no prior knowledge of art history. Your guide will explain the key works in an engaging and accessible way, making the museum enjoyable for everyone.
Will we see Egyptian artifacts and other collections?
The Louvre’s collections are enormous, and it is impossible to cover every department during a short guided visit. Depending on the route and museum conditions, your guide may introduce selected works from different civilizations and periods, while focusing primarily on the museum’s most important highlights.