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Paris: 2-Hour Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Reserved Access

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Paris: 2-Hour Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Reserved Access
Certified by GetYourGuide
4.8  / 51668 reviews

See the highlights of the Louvre Museum in Paris on a tour with pre-reserved tickets and admire the world-famous Mona Lisa. Upgrade your experience by adding an optional one-hour Seine River cruise.

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Duration 2 - 3 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English

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Carmela – United States

We had the absolute pleasure of having Sophie as our guide during our visit to the Louvre, and she was nothing short of amazing! From the very start, Sophie’s kindness and warm demeanor made us feel completely at ease. Her sense of humor added so much to the experience, making the tour not only informative but genuinely fun. She had us laughing while weaving in fascinating stories about the museum’s iconic pieces and hidden treasures. Her knowledge of the art and history was impressive, and she explained everything in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. Sophie also went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and share little-known facts about the artwork. She clearly has a deep passion for what she does, and it made the tour all the more memorable. If you’re planning a visit to the Louvre, I cannot recommend Sophie enough. She truly brought the museum to life for us and made our experience unforgettable

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Carmela – United States
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Kristin – United States

Sophie was our guide and she was AMAZING!!! She was so kind and personable. We met up at a super easy and beautiful location before walking over and she did not just give a canned memorized tour. You know she felt it!!! Loved her country and its history and it showed in how and what she shared. She Loved the art and stories of it all and asked engaging questions and spoke to each and every person throughout. And the headphone she supplied was great because we could all hear her from far away and turn it up to our personal volume needs. She was phenomenal and gave us an experience and info we would never have gotten if we just poked through the Louvre on our own. And when it was done she helped all of us who wanted to stay get oriented to where to go to see what area of the museum. She was worth every penny and the highlight of our entire week in Paris!!! Merci Sophie!!!! 🩷

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Kristin – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Hear the in-depth stories behind some famous masterpieces at the Louvre
  • Enter the museum through its famous pyramid with a pre-reserved ticket
  • See the renowned Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace
  • Revisit collections or explore the rest of the museum on your own after the tour
  • Benefit from a discounted Seine cruise ticket and enjoy scenic views of Paris

Full description

Discover the most iconic works of the Louvre Museum with a guided tour. Appreciate every detail of each masterpiece by listening to unique insights. Skip the ticket lines and spend as long as you'd like in the museum after your tour.

Meet your guide at the Kiosque des Noctambules and explore the former residence of the Kings of France, now one of the oldest and most-visited museums in the world, with a collection that spans works from ancient civilizations to the mid-19th century.

Enjoy fast access with a pre-reserved ticket and follow a highlights route through the Louvre. Get up close to the Venus de Milo, the sculpture that inspired many artists, and The Winged Victory of Samothrace, the famous Hellenistic statue carved in the form of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory.

Admire the world's most famous Renaissance portrait, the Mona Lisa, whose theft in 1911 contributed to its current fame. Gaze at all the highlights, as well as lesser-known works of art that deserve to be talked about.

Admire artistic treasures of the Renaissance and ancient Greek relics, along with paintings from the 13th to 19th centuries, and prints from the Royal Collection. In the basement of the Louvre Palace, see the foundations of the castle that once stood on the site and learn the history behind it all.

Option to include a 1-hour cruise on the Seine, available any day and time after your visit to the Eiffel Tower. Admire the UNESCO-listed buildings lining the riverbanks, including the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame de Paris, and the Conciergerie. Pass by floating houseboats and restaurants along the way.

Includes

  • Guided tour
  • Licensed guide
  • Louvre Museum pre-reserved entry ticket
  • Headsets to hear the guide better
  • 1-hour river cruise (if option selected)
  • Transportation

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

For your Louvre tour, meet at the time selected at the Kiosque des Noctambules, a colorful artistic structure decorated with Murano glass beads facing the Comédie Française. it is a 5 minute walk from the Louvre entrance. Look for your guide holding a GetYourGuide flag. The nearest metro stop is Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre (exit "Place Colette") You will receive your cruise ticket by email from the office. The meeting point for the cruise is at Bateaux Parisiens, on the south side of the river, across the road from the Eiffel Tower. Take the steps down to the river and you will need to have your ticket scanned to get on the boat.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Selfie sticks
  • Non-folding wheelchairs
  • Electric wheelchairs

Know before you go

  • Meeting is not at the Louvre entrance, please check Meeting Point section
  • You must also buy a ticket for any children joining the tour
  • There are lots of stairs in the Louvre; we cannot accept or provide a wheelchair for this tour
  • During the summer, high volumes of visitors come to the Louvre, making it busier than usual
  • There may be a wait of up to 20 minutes at the security check-in during high season
  • If you are late, we cannot give you any ticket because this is a group booking
  • No refund or rescheduling is possible for this tour
  • Once you exit the wings and are under the pyramid, you cannot go in the rooms again
  • Please do not bring any luggage nor double baby strollers; you cannot enter the Louvre with them
  • If you book a cruise ticket, it will be emailed the day of the tour. You can take the cruise any day and any time after your Louvre tour
  • The cruise departs from near the Eiffel Tower and the last boat departure is around 22:00 depending on day and season

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Carmela – United StatesNovember 24, 2024  – Verified booking
We had the absolute pleasure of having Sophie as our guide during our visit to the Louvre, and she was nothing short of amazing! From the very start, Sophie’s kindness and warm demeanor made us feel completely at ease. Her sense of humor added so much to the experience, making the tour not only informative but genuinely fun. She had us laughing while weaving in fascinating stories about the museum’s iconic pieces and hidden treasures. Her knowledge of the art and history was impressive, and she explained everything in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. Sophie also went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and share little-known facts about the artwork. She clearly has a deep passion for what she does, and it made the tour all the more memorable. If you’re planning a visit to the Louvre, I cannot recommend Sophie enough. She truly brought the museum to life for us and made our experience unforgettable
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Kristin – United StatesNovember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
Sophie was our guide and she was AMAZING!!! She was so kind and personable. We met up at a super easy and beautiful location before walking over and she did not just give a canned memorized tour. You know she felt it!!! Loved her country and its history and it showed in how and what she shared. She Loved the art and stories of it all and asked engaging questions and spoke to each and every person throughout. And the headphone she supplied was great because we could all hear her from far away and turn it up to our personal volume needs. She was phenomenal and gave us an experience and info we would never have gotten if we just poked through the Louvre on our own. And when it was done she helped all of us who wanted to stay get oriented to where to go to see what area of the museum. She was worth every penny and the highlight of our entire week in Paris!!! Merci Sophie!!!! 🩷
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GetYourGuide traveler – MongoliaNovember 8, 2024  – Verified booking
I had a fantastic experience! We were able to bypass the lines and enter the museum right away, which was a great start. Our guide, Gabriella, was excellent. she not only shared insightful information about the exhibits but also gave us helpful tips on how to take the best photos inside the museum. It really enhanced our visit! Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to make the most of their time at the museum. One of the cons of the experience was the opportunity to explore the museum on our own after the guided tour. While the tour gave us a great overview of the main exhibits and key highlights, we were then able to take our time and dive deeper into the exhibits that interested us most. It’s the perfect balance of learning and personal exploration, allowing you to enjoy the museum at your own pace.
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Activity provider:GetYourGuide France

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