Louvre Museum Guided Tour: 3 Hours + Reserved Entry

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Louvre Museum Guided Tour: 3 Hours + Reserved Entry, photo 3

Louvre Museum Guided Tour: 3 Hours + Reserved Entry, photo 4

Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Cover the Louvre's greatest hits without the guesswork on a three-hour guided walk through the world's most-visited museum. With reserved entry and a headset so you can always hear your guide, you'll stand in front of the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People, walk beneath the glass pyramid, and take in Egyptian antiquities and the gilded Galerie d'Apollon. It's a focused route through a collection far too big to tackle alone in one visit.

Guide Languages

English

Highlights

Stand before Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the most famous painting in the world
Pass beneath the glass pyramid, the Louvre's modern icon and main entrance
Explore Egyptian antiquities spanning millennia, from statues to reliefs and artifacts
See the Venus de Milo, a landmark of ancient Greek sculpture
Walk the gilded Galerie d'Apollon, famed for its ornate ceiling and royal decor
View French painting masterpieces including Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People
Wander a former royal palace turned museum, where the setting is a work of art in itself
Catch the Winged Victory of Samothrace, poised dramatically atop its grand staircase

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Reserved entry
Live English-speaking guide
3-hour guided tour
Headset to hear the guide

Good to Know Before You Visit the Louvre

The Louvre sits in central Paris and is easy to reach on public transport. The simplest option is the metro to Palais-Royal - Musee du Louvre on lines 1 and 7, with several bus routes stopping nearby and plenty of central sights within walking distance. The museum has several entrances, and picking the right one saves time: the glass Pyramid is the main entrance but also the busiest, while the Carrousel du Louvre entrance through the underground shopping mall tends to be quieter for ticket holders. The Richelieu Passage is reserved for groups and members, and the Porte des Lions is currently closed.

The Louvre opens every day except Tuesday. Hours run 09:00 to 18:00 on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, and 09:00 to 21:00 on Wednesday and Friday, with last entry one hour before closing and rooms clearing 30 minutes before. It's also closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25; on other public holidays it stays open unless the day falls on a Tuesday. The collection is organized into themed departments, so most people focus on a few rather than trying to see it all: Egyptian antiquities (home to the Sphinx of Tanis), Greek, Etruscan and Roman antiquities (the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace), Paintings (the Mona Lisa and European masters), Decorative Arts, and Islamic Art. If you have time before or after, the outdoor Cour Napoleon is open daily 07:30 to 21:00.

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Available Days / Times

Monday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 13:00, 14:30, 15:00
Tuesday
Wednesday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 14:30, 18:00
Thursday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 14:30
Friday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 14:30, 18:00
Saturday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 14:30
Sunday : 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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Important Information

Entry is tied to a reserved time slot; arrive within 30 minutes of it, with access to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibitions open that day.
Booking online secures your entry and cuts down waiting, especially in busy periods.
The Pyramid entrance is the busiest; where possible, use the Carrousel du Louvre entrance via the Palais-Royal-Musee du Louvre metro station for quicker access.
Combo tickets can pair the Louvre with nearby attractions like a Seine River cruise.
The official museum app offers interactive maps, artwork details, and suggested routes.
Wear comfortable shoes; the museum is huge and involves a lot of walking.
Security checks are mandatory, so allow extra time for bag inspections.
The museum is vast, so focusing on key sections or a themed route makes for a better visit.
Do not touch the artworks.
Re-entry is not allowed once you leave the museum.
Prohibited items include weapons, tools, heavy objects, explosives, and flammable or volatile substances.
Food and drinks are generally not allowed in the galleries.
Bags and suitcases over 55 x 35 x 20 cm must be left at the coat check.
Personal photography is fine, but professional gear and tripods may need permission.
Be considerate of other visitors and keep noise to a reasonable level.

FAQs

How much is a Louvre Museum ticket?

Prices vary by ticket type, guided tour, and combo options. For current rates, check the verified Louvre tickets listed on this page.

Where can I buy Louvre Museum tickets?

You can buy them on-site or online. Booking online through this page lets you compare verified options, check availability ahead of time, and skip long queues.

Do I need to book Louvre tickets in advance?

Yes, booking ahead is strongly recommended to secure entry and avoid long lines, particularly in peak season. Timed-entry options make for a smoother visit.

How much time should I set aside for the Louvre?

Plan on at least three hours. Seeing the whole museum can easily take a full day.

Are guided tours available at the Louvre?

Yes. Guided tours, including small-group and skip-the-line options, are a great way to make sense of the Louvre's highlights and enormous collection.

What was stolen from the Louvre Museum?

In an October 19, 2025 daylight heist, thieves broke into the Galerie d'Apollon and took eight pieces of 19th-century French Crown Jewels, including tiaras, necklaces, and earrings once owned by imperial and royal families. A crown belonging to Empress Eugenie was dropped and recovered nearby, but the rest remain missing amid an ongoing investigation.

What was the Louvre before it was a museum?

It started as a medieval fortress in the late 12th century, then served as a royal palace for French kings before becoming a public museum after the Revolution.

When was the Louvre built?

The original fortress went up in 1190 under King Philip II, and the Louvre opened as a museum in 1793.

How do you pronounce "Louvre Museum"?

"Louvre" sounds like "LOOV-ruh," and in English "Louvre Museum" is usually said "LOOV-ruh myoo-ZEE-um."

How big is the Louvre's collection?

It's one of the largest and most visited art collections anywhere, spread across a huge complex on the Right Bank of the Seine. Seeing it all in one visit isn't realistic, so most people pick a few wings.

What is the Galerie d'Apollon?

It's a lavishly gilded gallery restored to showcase the French crown jewels and its own ceiling paintings, and one of the Louvre's most ornate rooms.

What else is near the Louvre?

The Louvre is within walking distance of the Tuileries Garden and the Seine, so it pairs naturally with a river cruise or a walk toward other central Paris landmarks.