Guided Tours

Louvre Museum Skip-the-Line Semi-Private Guided Tour

Guide leading a small group on a VIP tour inside the Louvre Museum, Paris.

Venus de Milo statue at Louvre Museum, Paris.

Tourists viewing the Venus de Milo statue at the Louvre Museum.

Portrait of a regal figure in ornate attire at the Louvre Museum, Paris.

Duration

2 hrs

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9:00am - 9:00pm

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Guided tour

4.6/5(276)

Gideon A

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

The guide was thoughtful, knowledgeable and inclusive of everyone. Our guide, a gentleman from Argentina, but I forget his name. He was stellar. Definitely one of the best tour guides I've had anywhere in the world.

Hans S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Great tour for our group of 6 people. The guide explained the attractions at the Louvre to us in excellent German. We didn't have to wait in line to get in. We highly recommend this tour.

Kash L

Solo

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Last week

Good information. It was nice to work straining in to the museum. Couldn't imagine waiting in the long queues. Tour guide explained all of the big exhibits. Highly recommend.

Karl H

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Our tour guide was really great, with much background information and humour she guided us for about 2,5 hours through the Louvre museum. Thanks Bernadette !!!

Mark S

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The whole experience, from the splendours of the architecture to the treasures over the centuries that it houses. And Sandra our guide whose knowledge and personality connected the stories that lie behind the works of art.

Jennifer R

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

Our tour guide was wonderful. So knowledgeable and clearly loves the Louvre. He was very personable and made it a great tour with popular highlights and less known pieces that were great to learn about and view.

Bypass queues at the Louvre and witness its grandest pieces of art on this tour, curated for a small group of 6 to 10 people.

Start with reserved entry to the Louvre, meet your guide, then head inside together for your semi private tour with your group.

Your guided visit focuses on signature galleries and masterpieces, with your guide shaping the route so you see highlights while making the most of your time.

Enjoy an interactive experience where you can ask questions, hear stories behind the art, and move at a comfortable pace suited to a small group.

Choose your preferred tour language: English, French, German, or Spanish, for a more personalized and engaging experience.

Timed entry to the Louvre

Expert English-speaking guide

2 to 3-hour semi-private guided tour of the Louvre

Small group of 6 to 10 people

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Gideon A
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
The guide was thoughtful, knowledgeable and inclusive of everyone. Our guide, a gentleman from Argentina, but I forget his name. He was stellar. Definitely one of the best tour guides I've had anywhere in the world.
Hans S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Great tour for our group of 6 people. The guide explained the attractions at the Louvre to us in excellent German. We didn't have to wait in line to get in. We highly recommend this tour.
Kash L
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Good information. It was nice to work straining in to the museum. Couldn't imagine waiting in the long queues. Tour guide explained all of the big exhibits. Highly recommend.
Karl H
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Our tour guide was really great, with much background information and humour she guided us for about 2,5 hours through the Louvre museum. Thanks Bernadette !!!
Sharon K
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
Our tour guide Fetah was excellent. We had a small group which was great

Bypass the long queues and gain entry into one of the world's largest and most visited museums with reserved access. An art history expert will welcome you, setting the stage for this intimate tour limited to just 6 or 10 participants.

Getting started

Begin your experience at the Louvre, where you will meet your expert multilingual local guide, as per the option selected. Your timed or reserved entry ticket is handled before the tour so you can move efficiently toward security. Once inside, your guide outlines the route and pace for your 2 to 3-hour guided visit.

What to expect

Louvre Museum

Housed in a former royal palace, the Louvre brings together masterpieces from ancient civilizations to the Renaissance. Explore iconic works like the Mona Lisa, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Venus de Milo as you journey through centuries of art and history.

Features

Follow a curated 2 to 3-hour guided Louvre tour that highlights major works and sections, so your time in the museum is structured and efficient.

Join a small group of up to 6 or 10 guests for an intimate and interactive experience.

Benefit from reserved entry to the Louvre with timed access, reducing waiting time outside and helping you get into the galleries sooner.

Explore with an expert expert multilingual local guide, with language options as English, French, German, or Spanish.

What to bring

Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves about 3 hours of walking.

Water: Carry a small water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: The Louvre offers wheelchair-accessible facilities for visitors.

Additional information

Ticket and fee: Your entrance ticket, priced at €28, is included in the tour price.

Reservation fee: A reservation fee of €90 per group is included in the tour price.

Free entry: Entry to the Louvre is free for visitors from the EU who are between 18 and 26 years old.

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