Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour, including Mona Lisa
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Paris, France
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Louvre Museum is a must-visit attraction in Paris but it can be overwhelming to visit alone. Discover its most iconic masterpieces—including the Venus de Milo, Nike of Samothrace, and the Mona Lisa—with help from a guide. This small-group tour helps you navigate crowds and skip the long lines while sharing stories and insights you won’t uncover on your own.
- Guarantee your skip-the-line admission to this popular attraction
- A perfect introduction to the Louvre Museum for first-time visitors
- Small-group tour limited to 6 participants for a personalized experience
- Save time by going straight to the masterpieces, not wandering the halls
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Discover the Louvre’s three main works in a group no larger than six travelers on this to-the-point tour.
What's Included
- €28 entrance ticket to the museum
- Professional Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- This tour is NOT Wheelchair accessible
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Librairie Delamain155 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris, France
The guide will meet you in front of the bookstore "Librairie Delamain" 155, Rue Saint-Honoré 75001 PARIS Your guide will be wearing a red lanyard around the neck with "Paris Trip" printed on it.
End point
- 1st arrondissement, 75001 Paris, France
The Tour ends inside the Louvre at the end of the Visit
Itinerary
Make your own way to the Louvre Museum, where you’ll meet your guide near the museum entrance.
Learn the history of the Louvre Museum as you walk to the highlights of its vast collection. Stand at the foot of the towering Nike of Samothrace, who represents the messenger goddess Victory. The flowing cloak and muscular figure are full of life and energy—even though the statue is more than 2,000 years old.
Continue to another beloved statue, the Venus de Milo, among the most famous works to have survived from ancient Greece. Find out how the sensuous statue was lost and found on the tiny Aegean island of Milos.
You’ll also see Leonardo Da Vinci’s celebrated Mona Lisa, which is often described as the best-known painting in the world. Your guide will share what’s known, and what still remains a mystery, about the exquisite portrait.
After this small-group or private tour of the Louvre, you’ll have independent time to visit the rest of the museum, and your guide can point the way toward the exhibits that interest you most.
Learn the history of the Louvre Museum as you walk to the highlights of its vast collection. Stand at the foot of the towering Nike of Samothrace, who represents the messenger goddess Victory. The flowing cloak and muscular figure are full of life and energy—even though the statue is more than 2,000 years old.
Continue to another beloved statue, the Venus de Milo, among the most famous works to have survived from ancient Greece. Find out how the sensuous statue was lost and found on the tiny Aegean island of Milos.
You’ll also see Leonardo Da Vinci’s celebrated Mona Lisa, which is often described as the best-known painting in the world. Your guide will share what’s known, and what still remains a mystery, about the exquisite portrait.
After this small-group or private tour of the Louvre, you’ll have independent time to visit the rest of the museum, and your guide can point the way toward the exhibits that interest you most.
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Louvre Museum
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- REMINDER: Our tour is not Wheelchair Accessible. We reserve the right to refuse to guide clients showing up with a wheelchair on the day of the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 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 275 reviews
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Natalie_N, Jul 2026
This is an excellent way to tour the Louvre to see important highlights and not feel overwhelmed (there is a lot to see). Our guide did an excellent job presenting the Louvre over history and showcasing various pieces and artists, with the final stop at the Mona Lisa. Our college aged daughter enjoyed the tour too, not too long! We loved sculptures we hadn’t seen before based on descriptions from our guide, he kept it informing and interesting. We visited during the heat wave and our tour had to bump to the morning, due to the museum closing early. We were grateful they didn’t cancel and reached out early enough for us to move plans. Highly recommend this tour!
Frank_M, Jul 2026
great guide and experience at the Louvre. This is the way to navigate the largest museum in the world.
Dorothy_S, Jul 2026
Sebastian was beyond fabulous! He had a deep well of knowledge and was an excellent guide! We could not have asked for a better experience. The Louvre is so large, it would have been difficult to navigate without Sebastian’s expertise. An A+ experience.
Stefanie_S, Jun 2026
Great guide, quick and to the main spots. Funny and good facts for kids.
We really liked our guide!!
Rahul_R, Jun 2026
We booked this somewhat last minute since these were the only tickets available and well you have to see the louvre.
What a great happy accident. Our experience with our guide Julie was fantastic. She was such a trove of knowledge about the lucre. Having spent 4 years at the louvre school helps! The entire setup was great too to allow everyone being able to hear in a noisy environment. Julie started by telling us about the louvre, had a path through different periods pointing out the evolution of the different styles and what made the masters, special.
Even for the people in our party that knew not much about art, she made the experience truly memorable. Just wish we had more time and energy.
If you can afford it, recommend the experience.
Nadia_R, May 2026
Mary was great! My brother and I booked a personal tour so it was just the two of us with Mary. She was extremely knowledgeable, and in addition to the artwork knowledge, she had so much knowledge about the history of the actual building. Excellent tour.
Marcia_M, May 2026
Very good was in English knowledge able guide small group. Highly recommended this tour group very professional
Andrea_R, May 2026
Very educational! And enjoyable! Guide was very friendly, informative, interesting and fun! We would definitely book another tour with Honore.
cjhardman99, Apr 2026
Geat experience, we had Julie and her passion for art passed through to us and made this a wonderful experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review!
We’re so happy to hear that you had such a great experience with Julie. Her passion for art and enthusiasm for sharing it with our guests truly make every tour special, and we’re delighted that it came through so strongly during your visit. Creating memorable and inspiring experiences at the Louvre is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you again for choosing the Paris TRIP Team, and we hope to welcome you back for another wonderful tour in Paris soon!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
John_S, Apr 2026
What a great tour! We aren’t art historians or art lovers but Oliver kept us very interested from start to finish. The information and funny personal anecdotes he provided grabbed our attention all the way to the end. We did the succinct tour which took us to the major pieces. Perfect for my attention span. Oliver made it fun and enjoyable.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re delighted to hear that Oliver made the tour so engaging and enjoyable for you, even if you don’t usually consider yourselves art lovers. His mix of fascinating insights, humor, and personal anecdotes is a wonderful way to bring the Louvre’s masterpieces to life, and we’re so glad it kept your attention from beginning to end.
It’s also great to know that the succinct tour format was the perfect fit for you and allowed you to experience the museum’s highlights in a fun and accessible way.
Thank you again for choosing the Paris TRIP Team. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable Paris experience in the future!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Bryan_E, Apr 2026
Great way to see the top exhibits at The Louvre. Highly recommended. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and we learned a lot.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering the Louvre’s top exhibits with our tour and that your guide’s knowledge made the experience both interesting and memorable. The Louvre can feel overwhelming, so we’re especially happy to know the tour helped you make the most of your visit while learning along the way.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing the Paris TRIP Team. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in Paris!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
David_H, Apr 2026
Amazing history and culture. Our tour guide Anna was exceptionally knowledgeable, and patient. We would highly recommend for anyone for their first time at the Lourve.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the incredible history and culture of the Louvre, and that Anna made your experience so memorable. Her knowledge, patience, and passion for sharing the museum’s stories truly help bring the artworks and history to life, especially for first-time visitors.
Thank you as well for your kind recommendation. We’re thrilled that your first visit to the Louvre was such a positive experience, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable tour with the Paris TRIP Team!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Jeff_J, Mar 2026
Oliver was outstanding! Very knowledgeable and his English is excellent! Not rushed at all, and quite the educational experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had a great experience at the Louvre with Olivier. He is truly passionate about art and history, and it means a lot to know that his knowledge and clear English made the tour both enjoyable and educational for you.
We’re especially pleased that you appreciated the relaxed pace of the visit — we believe the Louvre deserves to be explored without feeling rushed, so you can fully take in its masterpieces and stories.
Thank you again for choosing Paris TRIP. We hope to welcome you back to Paris for another adventure very soon!
Dean_M, Feb 2026
Great tour, knowledgeable add terrific guide. Learned so much more than going without one. Taught us about the exhibits that was very informative
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre guided tour with Stephanie. She is truly passionate about art and history, and it means a lot to know that her knowledge and enthusiasm helped you discover so much more than you would have on your own.
At Paris TRIP, our goal is to bring the museum’s masterpieces and stories to life, so your kind words are greatly appreciated. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Paris!
Jac_B, Jan 2026
We had a wonderful tour guide who was very knowledgeable! They had so many answers and knew all the best places to go. When the tour was over she give us wonderful advice on where else to go in the museum. She helped us with a lost bag and we were able to get it back thanks to her! We would be happy to have her as a tour guide anytime!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a great experience at the Louvre with our guide. It means a lot to us to know that her knowledge, passion, and thoughtful recommendations made your visit even more special. The Louvre can feel overwhelming, so we’re especially happy that she was able to guide you to the highlights and continue supporting you even after the tour.
We’re also very glad she could assist you in recovering your lost bag; that must have been stressful, and we’re so pleased everything worked out!
Your kind words truly motivate our entire Paris TRIP Team. We would be thrilled to welcome you again on another tour in Paris, and of course, we’ll be happy to arrange for you to tour with her anytime.
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
jaclynjesberger, Jan 2026
Abad was an amazing tour guide! Kept our whole family (including two teenage girls who only wanted to make Tik Toks) interested and gave us so much information. Would highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your Louvre tour with Abed. He truly has a special talent for bringing the museum to life and making the experience engaging for everyone, even TikTok-loving teenagers! 😊
It means a lot to us that you would recommend the tour. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Abed. He’ll be thrilled to know he made such a great impression.
We hope to welcome you and your family back to Paris again soon for another memorable adventure with the Paris TRIP team!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Joseph_R, Dec 2025
Stephanie was a fantastic tour guide. She made the tour very fun and informative for us and our 13 year old. She’s very knowledgeable and made the whole experience very enjoyable. The 2 hour highlights were perfect for our family and we then had time to wander on our own. I would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time at the Louvre with Stephanie. She truly has a gift for bringing the museum to life, and it means a lot to know that both you and your 13-year-old had such a fun and engaging experience.
The 2-hour highlights tour is designed exactly for that to discover the masterpieces together and still have time to explore at your own pace, so we’re thrilled it was the perfect fit for your family.
Thank you again for your kind recommendation. We would be so happy to welcome you back to Paris for another adventure with the Paris TRIP Team!
Emily_H, Nov 2025
Our guide Isabel was amazing. She gave so much information and facts I had never heard before. You can tell she enjoys her job. I had recently had foot surgery, when we visited and she insisted I sit every chance I had. I would want any tour to be with Isabel.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Still pinching ourselves reading your lovely words, thank you so much! 🤍
We are absolutely delighted that you had such a wonderful experience at the Louvre with Isabelle. She truly has a gift for bringing the museum’s masterpieces to life, and your kind words about her passion and knowledge mean the world to us.
We’re especially touched to hear how attentive she was during your visit. Making sure our guests feel comfortable and cared for is just as important as sharing the history and stories of the Louvre, and Isabelle will be so happy to know she made your experience both memorable and comfortable.
Thank you again for choosing Paris TRIP. We would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime, and of course, we’ll be sure Isabelle is ready for you! ✨
The Paris TRIP Team
Richard_J, Oct 2025
We were very pleased with our tour. Our guide, Nicholas, was super knowledgeable and took the time to explain things and offer insights that enhanced the tour. He hit all of the most important paintings and sculptures that we wanted to see. We left feeling that we had received an excellent introduction to the wonders of The Louvre.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Richard,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your guided tour of the Louvre with Nicolas. He is truly passionate about art and history, and it means a lot to know that his knowledge and insights helped make your visit both enriching and memorable.
The Louvre can feel overwhelming, so we’re especially pleased that the tour gave you a clear and engaging introduction while covering the masterpieces you were most excited to see. That’s exactly the experience we aim to create for our guests.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nicolas; he’ll be thrilled!
Thank you again for choosing Paris TRIP. We hope to welcome you back to Paris for another adventure very soon.
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Kristi_W, Sep 2025
Tour guide Elana did a great job managing our tour through the crowded museum. I am grateful we had her access and expertise with the crowds, also she was very knowledgeable on all the topics we discussed.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre Museum tour, even on such a busy day. Navigating the museum crowds can be a challenge, and we’re so glad Elena’s expertise and experience helped make your visit smooth and enjoyable. She truly has a talent for bringing the artworks to life while ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share your lovely comments with Elena. She’ll be thrilled!
We hope to welcome you again soon for another Paris adventure with the Paris TRIP Team ✨
Barb_S, Sep 2025
It was very informative and easy to maneuver through the huge attraction! I loved our tour guide, she was wonderful. It was very nice to skip the line!!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour informative and easy to navigate. The Louvre can be overwhelming, so it means a lot to know you felt comfortable and well-guided throughout your visit.
We’re especially happy that you loved your guide! She will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Our team is passionate about making each experience both enriching and enjoyable.
And yes, skipping the line is always a great bonus! 😊
Thank you again for choosing Paris TRIP. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Paris soon!
Melanie_S, Sep 2025
He was very knowledgeable. He has a masters and art history from the Sorbonne. I very much appreciated all of his expertise.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre Museum guided tour with our Paris TRIP Team. It’s fantastic to know that our guide’s background in Art History from the Sorbonne and his passion for the subject made your experience even more meaningful. Sharing the stories, context, and hidden details behind the masterpieces is what we love most, and we’re so glad that his expertise enhanced your visit.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable adventure in Paris!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Sab_H, Aug 2025
What an amazing time!! Martha was very knowledgeable, super attentive and very patient. When I schedule another tour I’ll plead and beg for Martha. 100% worth the time and money. MARTHA I LOVE YOU! :)
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Sab,
Wow—what a fantastic review! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time on your Louvre Museum Guided Tour. Martha is indeed a gem—her knowledge, attentiveness, and patience make her one of our most beloved guides, and your kind words mean the world to her and to all of us at Paris TRIP.
We’ll be sure to let Martha know she’s officially got a fan for life! 😊 When you're ready to explore more of Paris, we’d be delighted to welcome you back—and rest assured, we’ll do everything we can to have Martha by your side again.
Merci beaucoup and à bientôt!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Tiffany_A, Aug 2025
Our tour guide was excellent! Very knowledgeable and fun. We enjoyed our tour, thank you so much!!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Tiffany,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Louvre Museum guided tour. Laura will be thrilled to know that her knowledge and enthusiasm made your visit both informative and fun—it truly means a lot to her and to all of us at Paris TRIP.
We hope to welcome you again on another Parisian adventure soon!
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Jack_T, Jul 2025
Our guide was knowledgeable and experienced. The Louvre was packed, and that affected communications, particularly around the three-ring circus that is the Mona Lisa. We would have preferred to have retreated to a quieter room/part of the museum to be able to hear some of the things he was saying.
He set expectations by saying that he was going to show us ‘three masterpieces’ on the tour, which he did. However, that seemed like a low bar for the price we paid, and for the riches inside the museum. He then proceeded to give us much more information along the way, often helping us to prime viewing positions.
The two-hour tour was, in the end, plenty. We then also had time (albeit with waning energy) to explore other areas of the museum that held our interest. This includes an amazing Egyptian section.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Jack,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback about your recent Louvre Museum Guided Tour with our guide Honoré.
We’re truly glad to hear that you found Honoré knowledgeable and experienced—he takes great pride in bringing the museum's treasures to life for our guests. Navigating the bustling atmosphere around the Mona Lisa can indeed be a challenge, and we appreciate your patience in that particularly hectic part of the museum.
It’s great to know that you appreciated the “three masterpieces” approach to setting expectations, and we’re pleased Honoré was able to enrich your experience with additional insights and strategic vantage points throughout the tour. We also understand your perspective on the balance between time, content, and value, and we’ll keep that in mind as we continue improving our guest experience.
We're especially happy you had the chance to explore more of the Louvre afterward—the Egyptian section is a personal favorite of many!
We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable Parisian experience.
Warm regards,
The Paris TRIP Team
Joyelle_A, Jul 2025
Our tour guide Emmanuel did a phenomenal job with this tour!! So knowledgeable and kind when answering questions and ensuring that we had the best views/that we saw the most popular of the art pieces!! He also gave us directions on how to see other art pieces as well! We went with 1 other family—making a total of 5 people in our group—and that made it even better! Skipping the long lines was the coolest! I do recommend taking the earliest available tour time, like we did. :-)
I absolutely recommend this—10/10!!!
Brian_M, Jul 2025
Only 6 people in group. Guide very good and informative. Had issue with headsets during trip and he corrected it. We are American and he spoke very good English
Lee_E, Jul 2025
There is a lot of walking and stairs. Our tour lasted 2 hours. The time passed quickly. You may want to allow additional time to look at other areas on your own. I would suggest going early. It seemed less crowded and security moved quicker. Nielsen seemed very knowledgeable and kept our interest the entire time. He did an excellent job with our group.
gordon_w, Jul 2025
Our tour guide was great with information and knowledge about our tour. She was energetic and showed compassion with her information. Well done!
James_F, Jul 2025
It was great! Very knowledgeable and informative tour guide. There are a lot of people at the museum. No drinks or food allowed inside. Give yourself time after to discover more.
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