Private Guided Louvre Visit With Outdoor Walking Tour

A VIP tour of the art plus monuments and more outside

Starting at €134

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Starting at €134

Starting at €134

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  • Local experts
    Personal stories and insider travel tips
  • Top-rated
    Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars
  • Worry-free booking
    Flexible scheduling and refunds

Highlights

  • Learn about the fascinating landmarks surrounding the Louvre.
  • Walk along the Axe Historique, lined with some of Paris’s most famous sites.
  • Enjoy a VIP experience as you tour the Louvre’s greatest masterpieces with your private guide.
  • Discover the controversies behind the glass pyramid, “The Wedding Feast at Cana,” and the $74 million Regent Diamond.
  • Skip the line so you can enter the Louvre faster and make the most of your time.
  • Hear tales of legendary figures such as Venus de Milo, La Grande Odalisque, and the Mona Lisa.
  • Take our Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour.

What you'll do

Explore the monuments and beauty surrounding the Louvre on a one-hour group walking tour. Your guide will share about the history of this famous museum and how it relates to the many nearby landmarks.

After your walking tour, continue inside the Louvre for an exclusive tour that focuses on the ...

Explore the monuments and beauty surrounding the Louvre on a one-hour group walking tour. Your guide will share about the history of this famous museum and how it relates to the many nearby landmarks.

After your walking tour, continue inside the Louvre for an exclusive tour that focuses on the behind-the-scenes stories of this famous museum.

This private tour offers a unique perspective on masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and many more. Learn the secrets, scandals, and fascinating tales from history that will enrich your understanding of the world’s largest art museum.

Your skip-the-line ticket gives you quick access to the Louvre so you’re not waiting to buy tickets. Once inside, you’ll make the most of your time visiting the finest galleries and art pieces, led by your expert licensed Louvre guide.

Itinerary

  • Louvre Pyramid

    Our meeting point near the statue of Louis XIV on horseback

  • Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel

    A sculptured arch dominated the Place du Carrousel

  • Tuileries Garden

    The floral backyard of the Tuileries Palace

  • Axe Historique

    Along the Champs Elysées and beyond

  • Cour Napoleon

    The courtyard within the wings of the Louvre

  • Richelieu, Sully, and Denon wings

    Stops at the most famous and storied art pieces inside the three wings of the Louvre

  • Mona Lisa

    Ending point for the tour where you may explore more on your own

Plan your trip

Private tour

Your Louvre visit is a private tour for up to six people. The outdoor walking tour portion of the experience is not private, and you may be part of a larger group.

Tour ending point

The tour ends at the Mona Lisa exhibit. You are free to continue to explore the Louvre after your tour. Your guide can provide tips on what to see next.

Accessibility

This tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.

Refund policy

We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Availability

Make sure to book early. Tickets are limited!

Reviews

Lot of fun and useful tips with Paula. Thank for the great tour full of interesting insights. Worth the price and the experience.

— Matteo
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Lovely Louvre tour with Lea
We booked a 1.5 hour tour on what turned out to be a very rainy afternoon. Once we connected, Lea spent 2 hours with us. She was very knowledgeable about art history and the layout of the Louvre, ensuring we saw “the classics” and a few pieces we expressed interest in. Her expertise made the visit enjoyable despite the crowds.

Paul

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Louvre Tour
The tour guide was very friendly, spoke great English, and was knowledgeable.

JP

Meeting point

Our meeting point is the statue of Louis XIV on horseback in front of the Louvre Pyramid entrance. 

The nearest address is 10 Place du Carrousel. The closest Metro station is Palais Royal Musee du Louvre on Line 1 and 7. 

It’s about a five-minute walk to the meeting point from the metro.

FAQs

How much walking is there?

There is about 1 mile of walking at a very leisurely pace. Elevators and escalators are periodically being repaired and may be closed for service and therefore can be unpredictable. There are short flights of stairs throughout the tour.

Can I take photos inside the museum?

Photos are allowed and encouraged during the tour. However, many pieces, including the Mona Lisa, have strict regulations which prohibit the use of flash photography.

What happens when parts of the museum close?

Different exhibits or wings of the Louvre may be closed during your visit based on the discretion of the museum staff. Luckily, your private guide has expertise to adjust your tour and help you discover other treasures so your experience is still top-notch.

What is the rescheduling policy?

We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. If you’re unable to make this tour, we also offer rescheduling to another date free of charge, pending availability of tickets. Please keep in mind there are no refunds available if you have already rescheduled your tour.

What if it rains?

Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.

Are gratuities included?

Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.