Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour in English

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

This is a private, English-guided walk through the Louvre with a 2 to 2.5-hour tour built around the museum's biggest names, from the Mona Lisa to the armless Venus de Milo. Your guide covers the building's history and plenty of behind-the-scenes detail as you go, so the collection makes sense rather than just rolling past. The entry ticket is valid for the whole day, so you can keep exploring on your own once the guided portion wraps up. A live, private guide means the pace and the questions are yours.

Guide Languages

English

Highlights

Stand in front of Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the single most famous painting in the collection
Pass beneath the glass pyramid, the Louvre's modern main entrance and its best-known landmark
See the Egyptian antiquities, with statues, reliefs, and artifacts going back thousands of years
Take in the Venus de Milo, one of the great surviving works of ancient Greek sculpture
Walk the gilded Galerie d'Apollon, known for its painted ceiling and royal decoration
View French painting up close, including Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People
Explore a former royal palace, home to one of the largest art collections on earth
See the Winged Victory of Samothrace, the Hellenistic figure poised at the top of a grand staircase

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Entry ticket
Live guide
Private guided tour

Good to Know Before Your Visit

The Louvre's collection is organized into themed departments, which is the easiest way to plan what to actually see in the time you have. Egyptian Antiquities holds artifacts from ancient Egypt, including the Sphinx of Tanis and preserved mummies. The Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities section is where you'll find classical sculpture such as the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. The Paintings department covers the Mona Lisa along with French, Italian, and Northern European masters, while the Decorative Arts galleries show royal furniture, tapestries, and ceramics from France's palaces, and the Islamic Art department runs across centuries of work from around the Islamic world.

The museum sits in central Paris and is simple to reach on public transport, with the metro to Palais-Royal – Musée du Louvre on lines 1 and 7 the most convenient option, plus several bus lines nearby. There are several ways in: the Pyramid is the main entrance but usually the busiest, the Carrousel du Louvre entrance through the underground mall is often quieter for ticket holders, the Richelieu Passage is for groups and members, and the Porte des Lions is currently closed. The Louvre is open daily except Tuesday, 09:00 to 18:00, with late hours to 21:00 on Wednesday and Friday. Last entry is one hour before closing and rooms clear 30 minutes before. It is also closed on 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December, and stays open on other public holidays unless the date falls on a Tuesday, so it's worth confirming hours ahead for evening or holiday visits.

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Available Days / Times

Monday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30
Tuesday
Wednesday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30, 17:00
Thursday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30
Friday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30, 17:00
Saturday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30
Sunday : 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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Important Information

Tickets carry a reserved time slot; enter within 30 minutes of it for full access to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibitions open that day.
Booking online secures your entry and cuts waiting, especially in busy periods.
The Pyramid entrance is the busiest; use the Carrousel du Louvre entrance at the Palais-Royal–Musée du Louvre metro for a quicker way in.
Combo tickets let you pair the Louvre with nearby sights like a Seine River cruise.
Download the official museum app for 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 leave extra time for bag inspection.
Given the museum's size, pick your key sections or follow a themed route for a focused visit.
Do not touch the artworks.
No re-entry 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 × 35 × 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 down.

FAQs

How much is a Louvre Museum ticket?

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

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, confirm availability, and skip the long queues in busy periods.

Do I need to book Louvre Museum tickets in advance?

Yes, booking ahead is strongly recommended to secure entry and avoid queues, especially in peak season. Verified tickets on this page come with timed entry for a smoother visit.

How much time should I set aside for the Louvre?

Most visitors spend at least three hours, and a full day if you want to see a wide range of departments.

Are guided tours available at the Louvre?

Yes. A guide is one of the best ways to make sense of the Louvre's highlights and enormous collection, and you can compare small-group and skip-the-line options on this page.

What was stolen from the Louvre Museum?

On 19 October 2025, thieves broke into the Galerie d'Apollon in a daylight heist lasting only minutes and took eight 19th-century items of French Crown Jewels, including tiaras, necklaces, and earrings once owned by France's imperial and royal families. A crown belonging to Empress Eugénie was dropped and recovered nearby, but the rest remain missing, and the case exposed serious security gaps that are still under investigation.

What was the Louvre before it was a museum?

It started as a medieval fortress in the late 12th century and later became a royal palace for French kings, before opening as a public museum after the French Revolution.

When was the Louvre built?

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

How do you pronounce "Louvre Museum"?

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

Where is the Louvre located?

The Louvre sits on the Right Bank of the Seine in central Paris, a short walk from the Tuileries Garden, which makes it easy to pair with a river cruise or a stroll to other landmarks.

What is the glass pyramid at the Louvre?

Added in 1989 in the central courtyard, the glass pyramid marks the museum's main entrance and has become nearly as recognizable as the art inside.

Which artworks draw the biggest crowds at the Louvre?

The Mona Lisa pulls by far the largest crowds, and the room around it can get packed, so it helps to see it early before exploring other departments.