Closing Time at the Louvre: The Mona Lisa at her Most Peaceful
Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Paris, France
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy a more peaceful way to experience the always-popular Louvre Museum in Paris—and see its most famous artwork, Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa," with fewer crowds—on this early-evening tour. Follow your guide into the museum as it's getting ready to close, and explore with just a small group for company. In addition to the "Mona Lisa," look forward to seeing some of the museum's other masterpieces, too.
- Visit the Louvre Museum before closing time for a calmer experience
- This small-group tour ensures a more personalized way to explore
- Learn the stories behind the masterpieces from your art-historian guide
- This tour is a must-do for art lovers visiting Paris
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip-the-line ticket for Louvre Museum
- See the Mona Lisa without the typical crowds - if option selected
- Headset
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Arc de Triomphe du CarrouselPl. du Carrousel, 75001 Paris, France
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the statue next to the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel in front of the Louvre Museum, opposite the pyramid at the entrance of the Tuileries Gardens.
End point
- Louvre Museum75001 Paris, France
Itinerary
1
Louvre Museum
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Pyramide Du Louvre (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
- The Louvre is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options to help you customize your visit to the Louvre Museum. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 528 reviews
Ron_C, Apr 2026
Our experience was excellent - Our guide was knowledgeable and really made the pieces we visited come alive with the history - She did a great job of intertwining the art, the artist, the museum and the county. The crowds were manageable, it was easy to find out guide and the pace and pieces we visited were great.
KarinStadler, Apr 2026
We loved this tour. The Louvre is massive, and we would have been lost otherwise. Our guide was so knowledgeable, and really made the pieces of art come alive. Going later in the day also made a huge difference. We were able to walk right up to the Mona Lisa without standing in any line. It is definitely a long tour, with a lot of walking (and steps) but I highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you loved your experience at the Louvre with us.
It’s great to know your guide helped bring the artworks to life and made navigating such a vast museum feel easy and enjoyable. We’re especially pleased you were able to experience the Mona Lisa with minimal crowds—visiting later in the day really can make a big difference.
We also appreciate your note about the length of the tour and the walking involved; the Louvre is certainly expansive, but we’re glad you still found it highly worthwhile.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Kind regards,
Tom
Walks & Devour support team
Anita_J, Mar 2026
Fabulous tour with Bellen. She was smart and engaging. A wealth of knowledge about art and French history. Highly recimmend! The Louvre is too big to see on your own.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for such a fantastic review, Anita!
We're so pleased to hear you had a fabulous experience with Belen—her passion for art and French history truly shines through, and she’ll be delighted to know it made your visit so memorable.
We couldn’t agree more—the Louvre can feel overwhelming, and having an expert guide really helps bring it all to life.
Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!
Kind regards,
Princess
Walks and Devour Feedback Team
Ashley_C, Mar 2026
Highly recommend! Our guide Hugo was fantastic! He is so knowledgeable! There is so much to see and he did a great job highlighting pieces and was an incredible story teller. Logistics were easy too - easy entry, locker to store our coats and bags, and way less crowded!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Ashley,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback.
We’re thrilled to hear that Hugo’s knowledge and storytelling made the tour such a memorable experience. With so much to see, it’s wonderful that he was able to highlight key works and help make the visit both engaging and enjoyable.
We’re also glad the logistics were smooth, including easy entry, convenient locker access, and a less crowded environment. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
Patricia_B, Feb 2026
Be prepared to walk a lot the Louve is very crowded no matter what day or time. Having a guide the first time is a must
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the excellent review, Patricia! We are so pleased to hear that your guide made the experience both knowledgeable and fun.
You hit the nail on the head with your advice—the Louvre is a world of its own, and having a guide for the first time is truly the best way to navigate the crowds and the sheer scale of the museum. We are glad that the "Closing Time" tour helped you find a bit of peace with the Mona Lisa amidst all that walking! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to the team.
Kind Regards,
Gerard
Roland_R, Jan 2026
The tour was rich in knowledge. We learned a lot and Adam, our guide, was amazing. He really had us thinking about the art. Seeing the Mona Lisa up close at night was a once in a lifetime experience.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you, Roland, for such a thoughtful review and for joining our Closing Time at the Louvre: The Mona Lisa at her Most Peaceful tour.
I’m delighted to hear that Adam made the experience so rich in knowledge and reflection, and that his commentary got you really thinking about the art. Being able to see the Mona Lisa up close at night, without the usual crowds, truly is a special moment and I’m so glad it felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you.
I’ll make sure Adam sees your kind words—they’ll mean a lot to him.
Samantha.
Walks Feedback Team
Margaret_M, Jan 2026
Julie took us through the louvre and it really felt like a once in a lifetime experience. She focused on the biggest pieces in the collection, including The Mona Lisa. Because of the time of year being the dead winter, and the time of day being towards the end, there were so few people in the museum. We were able to sit right in front of artwork and chat for as long as we wanted. We also got amazing pictures of the artwork. She is so knowledgeable and so engaging in her review of each piece. Recommend this tour for couples, solo travelers, families, really anyone.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you, Margaret, for such a wonderful and detailed review of our Closing Time at the Louvre: The Mona Lisa at her Most Peaceful tour.
We’re delighted to hear that your time with Julie felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and that you were able to enjoy the quieter winter evening atmosphere in the museum. Being able to sit in front of the artworks, talk about them at length, and capture great photos without the usual crowds is exactly what we hope this tour can offer.
It’s fantastic to know that Julie’s knowledge and engaging style brought the masterpieces to life for you and we really appreciate your recommendation for all types of travellers.
We hope you'll join us for another experience in the future.
Best regards,
Samantha.
Walks Feedback Team.
Kristin_H, Dec 2025
Sara was a fantastic guide and we learned so much and had such a smooth experience given the holiday rush.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Kristin,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Sara made your tour so smooth and informative, especially during the holiday rush. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words—Sara will be delighted!
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
Vineeta_P, Dec 2025
Antoine was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and entertaining and great with kids! Definitely passed all the lines and saved a lot of time!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Antoine’s knowledge, entertaining style, and ability to engage with kids made your tour so enjoyable. It’s great to know that skipping the lines helped save time and made the experience even smoother. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words—Antoine will be delighted!
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
Audry_P, Dec 2025
We found it very easy to find the group and enter the museum, there was good working technical equipment (earpiece to hear guide), the guide spoke English very well so we could understand what she was saying. Felicia, our guide, was very considerate and made sure no one was left behind or uncomfortable, made stops for restroom. Her excitement for the museum was palpable and infectious, we really appreciated her excitement and thought it was an amazing tour.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that everything went smoothly from meeting the group to entering the museum, and that the technical equipment and clear communication enhanced your visit.
It’s wonderful to know that Felicia made such a positive impression. Her attentiveness to the group’s comfort, thoughtful pacing, and consideration for everyone’s needs are exactly what we strive for. We’re especially pleased that her enthusiasm and passion for the museum made the tour so engaging and memorable for you.
We truly appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you on another Walks tour in the future.
Kind Regards,
Walks Feedback team
Mary_W, Dec 2025
Adam was absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend that anybody wanting a tour of the Lou take it with him. I could not give him more high praise.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Mary,
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Adam made your Louvre tour such an incredible experience.
Your high praise means a lot—he truly loves sharing the art and history with guests. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon!
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
CHERI_D, Dec 2025
Our guide was very friendly , & quickly became a close group. Access into the Louve was worth the trip plus less crowded going later.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Cheri,
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so glad to hear that your guide helped create a warm, friendly atmosphere within the group—that makes such a difference on a tour. And we completely agree: having smooth access into the Louvre and visiting later in the day can make the experience even more enjoyable with fewer crowds.
We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you on another tour soon!
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
Charah_W, Dec 2025
Tour was not where they said they would be. Showed up early and went back and forth between Louvre and alleged meeting spot with no green sign to be seen. No issues with any other tours we booked. Tour operator didn't respond until Viator support got involved and would not issue refund. Viator support refused refund so now having to dispute over $200 with card services.
Heard this tour was great....if you can find them. They sure aren't helpful.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Chase,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I’m very sorry to hear about the confusion and frustration you encountered while trying to meet your tour.
After reviewing the booking, you were unfortunately marked as a no-show, which indicates that the guide and group were present at the correct meeting point and departed after the designated waiting period. In situations like this—when the tour runs as scheduled and the guide is on-site—we’re unable to issue a refund, as the service has been delivered on our end.
We completely understand how disappointing this is, especially given your effort to arrive early and your positive experiences with other tours.
Thank you again for sharing your concerns. We truly wish the circumstances had been different and hope you’re still able to enjoy the rest of your time in Paris.
Warm Regards,
Sarah
Walks & Devour Team
Heather_M, Nov 2025
Take this tour! We were in Paris for a week and took a lot of tours while we were there, and this was by far the best! Adam was the best tour guide ever!!! He was funny, engaging and knowledgeable! The Louvre and huge and it's impossible to see everything in one visit (or a month of visits). Adam made sure we saw the best of the museum and helped us maximize our time there. We really can't say enough about this experience. If we could give it 10 stars we would. Team Adam 100%!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Wow — thank you so much, Heather, for such an amazing review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your Louvre experience with Adam was the highlight of your time in Paris. He truly has a gift for bringing art and history to life with humor and insight, and we know he’ll be over the moon to read your kind words. We’re so grateful for your 10-star enthusiasm and Team Adam spirit! We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable Walks & Devour experience.
Kind regards,
Gerard – Walks & Devour
Kym_W, Nov 2025
We enjoyed our tour with guide Laurence, she was great, very informative. She was a speed walker so we had to keep up. being able to pass the entrance lines, and be guided through security was great. Still had some crowds, but not terrible.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much, Kym, for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Closing Time at the Louvre tour with Laurence. She truly brings the museum to life with her knowledge and enthusiasm, and we’re glad the skip-the-line access and guidance through security made your visit easier and more enjoyable. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back on another Walks & Devour tour soon!
Kind regards,
Gerard – Walks & Devour
Ruthann_G, Oct 2025
A fast-paced but exceptional visit with our very knowledgeable guide Lawrence, who shared insights into some of the well-known and not-so-well-known works of art while guiding our small group of six smoothly through the masses of people. She pointed out details and interpretations that we would never have noticed on our own. The Louvre provides free folding stools that were much appreciated when we stopped for focused information. The tour ends at closing time, so unfortunately there is no opportunity to wander on your own afterward. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit and that Lawrence made the experience both insightful and smooth, even amidst the crowds. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the attention to detail and the little touches that made the tour more comfortable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Kind Regards
Walks and Devour Feedback Team
Kelly_W, Oct 2025
Absolutely loved this tour! Our guide brought along his IPad to show us different examples through out the tour. Really helped to give us a full understanding of some of the many pieces we saw
Very knowledgeable and kind. Gave us time to linger as we went but made sure that we saw all of the high points through out the museum.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing, Kelly! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and that your guide’s use of the iPad helped bring the art to life. It sounds like you had the perfect pace to both explore and linger at the highlights.
We would love to see you in the future for another amazing tour!
Warm regards,
Gerard
Lynn_S, Sep 2025
There is so much more to the Louvre than the paintings. The history of the building helps understand what the artist was thinking when he created.
Stacy_S, Sep 2025
Aurelia was great! She made jokes and kept the tour interesting. Saw a lot of art from different countries and periods
Lanesa_K, Sep 2025
This was only my 2nd time at the Louvre and it was outstanding. Our guide Nancy was fabulous - her knowledge and wonderful personality made it both educational and entertaining. And to see the Mona Lisa as well as other DaVinci works without a line was unbelievably amazing. I felt like I really saw her this time versus at the back of a dense crowd of people trying to zoom in from afar. I highly recommend both the tour and our guide Nancy!
Gail_A, Aug 2025
Our guide Felix was amazing. His context on the art was super interesting and his delivery is amazing. We had a wonderful time, and would book with him again!
Sven_H, Aug 2025
Our guide Lee was educated in art history. He introduced us to the history of the building, then thoroughly explained the most significant artworks in the Louvre and pointed out many details. We booked the small group option due to availability and were happy that we could ask plenty of questions. In peak season, the museum is still busy in the evening, but the crowds were manageable. With the tour, we used the group entrance and did not have to wait in any line. As a historic building, the Louvre has limited air conditioning; on a hot day, it will be warm inside, but not unbearable.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your time with Lee and appreciated his art history expertise, as well as the insights into the Louvre’s building and masterpieces. It’s great that the small group format allowed for plenty of questions and a more personal experience. We’re also happy the group entrance made your visit smoother, even during peak season. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with Lee — he’ll be delighted to know he made your Louvre experience so rewarding.
Kind Regards
Walks and Devour Feedback Team
Shannon_A, Aug 2025
Omar our guide was the absolute BEST!!!! We took the 3pm last tour of the day, and he MADE THE TOUR! If you can somehow get him, book it for sure!
Leah_C, Jul 2025
Fabulous guide - Ahmed— art expert - well paced — and we both love the same paintings. I had no-one in front of me at the Mona Lisa around 5:30pm. Viator selects the best tour companies. I highly recommend this tour.
Kimberley_O, Jul 2025
Stephanie was our guide and she was amazing. This was a long tour and she made the whole thing so entertaining and informative. Even my teenage children had a good time. I would thoroughly recommend this tour.
scdrummer, Jun 2025
The museum is huge, so you definitely want to take a guided tour. Our guide had some really interesting knowledge about pieces that I never would’ve known without her information. And by the time we got to Mona Lisa, the crowds really were fairly small. You cannot get very close to the painting, but we got right up to the front because the crowd was light. Highly recommend.
Rachel_B, Jun 2025
Our guide was great, he was very friendly and knowledgeable. Probably the best tour we had on our trip! We saw a lot of the Louvre.
Marcy_P, Jun 2025
Our tour guide, Daniel from Ireland, was really great! He is funny and interactive - keeping the kids/teens in the group engaged while sharing interesting facts about the amazing artwork.
Holly_M, Jun 2025
Name might be a little deceiving…..not exactly
Peaceful time at Louvre……very busy…..but June is just going to be busy and “line” or
Crowd in front of Mona Lisa was too much. Tour guide did a good job with details and explanation…and trying to deal with crowds and noise..
Kelly_F, Jun 2025
Carolina was a fantastic guide, who showed us artwork that we would not have noticed on our own. She deserves 5 stars! But I have the tour 4 because I believe it is incorrectly advertised. 3:30 on a Wednesday was NOT a peaceful time to see the Mona Lisa 😆 it was so crowded and hot. I regret not going to the Louvre during their late-night hours. But c’est la vie!
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