Louvre Museum Guided Tour in Paris – Mona Lisa & Masterpieces
Discover the Louvre Museum's world-famous masterpieces on a guided tour in Paris. Admire the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and other iconic artworks with reserved museum access and expert commentary.
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About this activity
Watch the Louvre Museum Tour in Paris
Get a glimpse of the Louvre Museum and its extraordinary art collections before planning your guided visit in Paris.
Discover the Louvre Museum on a Guided Tour
Explore one of the world’s most celebrated art museums on a Louvre Museum guided tour in Paris. Discover remarkable collections spanning centuries of artistic achievement while learning the stories behind famous paintings and sculptures. This experience offers an engaging introduction to the Louvre’s extraordinary cultural heritage.
Admire the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo
See Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Mona Lisa and discover the timeless beauty of the Venus de Milo. Your guide brings these masterpieces to life with insights into their history, artistic significance and enduring appeal, helping you appreciate the artworks beyond their worldwide fame.
Explore Art and History with an Expert Guide
The Louvre is home to an immense collection of artworks, making a guided visit especially valuable for first-time visitors. Follow a carefully planned route through selected galleries and discover fascinating details about Renaissance painting, ancient sculpture and the museum’s remarkable history as a former royal palace.
Make the Most of Your Louvre Visit in Paris
Enjoy an organized museum experience with reserved entrance arrangements and knowledgeable commentary on guided tour options. Whether you are passionate about art or visiting the Louvre for the first time, this tour is an excellent way to discover its highlights while making the most of your time in Paris.
Highlights
- Discover the Louvre Museum's most celebrated artworks with an expert guide
- Admire Leonardo da Vinci's famous Mona Lisa
- See the ancient Greek sculpture Venus de Milo
- Explore masterpieces from different periods of art history
- Learn fascinating stories about the artists and their creations
- Benefit from reserved museum access with an advance entrance ticket
- Hear your guide clearly using a personal audio headset
- Choose from different tour formats according to availability
What's included
- Louvre Museum entrance ticket
- Reserved museum entry with advance ticket reservation
- Expert English-speaking guide for guided tour options
- Personal audio headset during guided tour options
- Guided introduction to major Louvre masterpieces
- Small-group or private experience when the corresponding option is selected
- Self-guided audio app for the Express option only
- Wine and cheese tasting only when the specific upgrade is purchased
Practical information
Duration: approximately 2 hours 30 minutes for the standard guided tour; alternative options may differ.
Meeting point: Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Place du Carrousel, 75001 Paris, France.
Meeting instructions: meet the tour team at the Arc du Carrousel, not at the Louvre Pyramid entrance. Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
End point: Louvre Museum, generally in the lobby beneath the Pyramid for the guided tour.
Language: English for the advertised guided tour.
Entrance: Louvre Museum ticket and advance reservation included in the advertised package.
Security: all visitors must pass museum security checks; delays may occur even with reserved access.
Group size: maximum 20 travelers for the standard group tour according to the listing; selected options may differ.
Accessibility: the operator lists this experience as not wheelchair accessible.
Physical requirements: moderate walking and standing are involved.
Bags: only very small bags are permitted according to the operator's instructions; check current museum rules before visiting.
Children: check the operator's requirements and available ticket options before booking.
Tour options: standard guided, small-group, private and express self-guided formats may be available. The wine and cheese tasting is included only with the relevant upgrade.
Not included: hotel pickup and drop-off, and gratuities.
Cancellation: the advertised listing offers a full refund for cancellation at least 24 hours before the experience; verify the conditions for your selected option.
Important: the order of artworks and gallery access may change due to museum operations, closures or crowd management. Check the latest itinerary and inclusions on Viator.