Semi-Private Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa
Skip the line to see the World's greatest art with a max group size of 6 and a friendly expert guide
This semi-private Louvre tour, capped at just 6 people, creates a really personal experience with you and your tour guide. Skip the line and dive deep into the museum’s treasures with a friendly guide sharing captivating stories. Connect personally with each masterpiece and feel art history come to life around you. This is the ultimate way to experience the Louvre up close and personal, without the hassle.
What You Get With This Tour
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Friendly, English-speaking guide
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Entry to the Louvre Museum
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Guided tour of Louvre highlights
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Viewing of Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and more
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins near the Louvre
Meet your guide near the Louvre. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher. Here, you’ll get a quick orientation before heading through security together. -
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Skip the line and enter the Louvre Museum
With your pre-booked tickets, you’ll swiftly move past the main crowds and step inside the world’s largest museum. Your guide will lead you into the ancient foundations of the Louvre Palace, setting the stage for the masterpieces ahead. -
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Admire the Greek and Roman sculptures
Next, you'll journey through a hall filled with stunning sculptures from the Greek and Roman eras. Stand in awe before two of the museum's most admired pieces: the magnificent Winged Victory of Samothrace, portraying a goddess descending from the skies, and the timeless, graceful Venus de Milo. -
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View Renaissance masterpieces
After exploring antiquity, you'll step into the light of the Renaissance. You’ll stop to appreciate famous works by masters like Raphael and Botticelli. Then, you'll analyze Veronese's massive, colorful The Wedding at Cana, displayed strategically on the wall opposite the museum's most famous painting. -
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See Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa
The moment has come to stand before the legendary Mona Lisa! Tune in as your guide shares the captivating story behind Leonardo da Vinci's iconic portrait—from its infamous theft to the secrets of that elusive smile. -
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Discover iconic French history paintings
Then, you’ll focus on celebrated French Masterpieces that capture dramatic moments in the nation's history. Your guide will reveal the secrets and inaccuracies of Jacques-Louis David's grand-scale Coronation of Napoleon. You'll also encounter Théodore Géricault's powerful The Raft of the Medusa, depicting the aftermath of a tragic shipwreck. -
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Stand before Liberty Leading the People
Conclude your guided art tour with Eugène Delacroix's awe-inspiring Liberty Leading the People. This fascinating painting brilliantly captures the fervor and spirit of the 1830 French Revolution. Listen as your guide brings the revolutionary energy and symbolism of this beloved piece to life. -
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Your tour finishes inside the Louvre
Your guided, semi-private experience concludes inside the Louvre Museum. You’ll have a well-rounded understanding of the museum's key artworks and exhibits. From here, you are free to stay inside to explore other wings and collections at your leisure, or head back out into the heart of Paris for the rest of your day.
Additional Information
Good to know:
ID requirement: Please bring a government-issued ID in the case of a potential security check.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible as guests will need to navigate some stairs. If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a Private Louvre Tour in Paris with Expert Guide.
Bag Policy: Large bags, backpacks or suitcases over 55 x 35 x 20 cm are not permitted inside the museum.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 2.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to the Louvre Museum
Guided tour of the Louvre’s famous artworks and exhibits
Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
Insight into masterpieces like the Coronation of Napoleon and the Winged Victory of Samothrace
Maximum group size of 6
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
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Customer Reviews
Our tour of the Louvre with Sid was one of the highlights of our trip to Paris. The whole experience, starting with the initial meetup person, was so easy. We arrived via the Metro underground /inside the Carrousel Mall, and the line was pretty unbelievable. After we found our way out of that maze, we were topside and easily found the meeting spot by the pyramid - along with another LONG LINE. Thankfully we were able to bypass the crazy line and make our way into the museum where Sid had our coat locker waiting along with a bathroom break. Sid is the best!! He talked nonstop, but it was all very informative, interesting, and most important - funny. He kept us engaged the whole time and I can't think of a moment I was bored or hoping it would end. I wish we could have stayed longer with his wealth of info with a comedian's touch. If you are visiting the Louvre for the first time, save your sanity and go with Sid. I learned so much and laughed the whole time. Strange combo, but so fun.
Quick, efficient, and so knowledgable. She was absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend for any tour.
It was an amazing time with our tour guide! Sid was exceptional and very funny! He was also great with telling us the history of past kings and what it had to do with the beautiful artwork in the Louvre. Great tour and would definitely recommend!
Excellent tour, would highly recommend. Our guide Carolina was super knowledgeable and shared invaluable insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Comfortable shoes are encouraged since the tour involves 3 hours of walking. A small water bottle is also recommended.
Can we stay longer in the museum after the tour ends?
You are allowed to stay inside the museum until closing time, even after your guided tour is done. Please note that once you exit the area where the artwork is, you will not be allowed to re-enter.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a private Louvre tour so your needs can be better accommodated.
Can I use my Paris Museum Pass to get a discount on our Louvre tour?
We pre-book all of our reservations and tickets for the Louvre Museum in advance, so personal museum passes are not valid for entry or a discount.
What to bring?
Comfortable shoes are encouraged since the tour involves 3 hours of walking. A small water bottle is also recommended.
