Louvre Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour with Tickets

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Tour the Louvre in a small group led by a live guide, with your reserved entry ticket already sorted. Your guide walks you to the headline pieces, including Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People, and fills in the history and context behind each one. Because the group stays small, you spend less time fighting the crowds and more time actually looking at the art. It's a good way to make sense of a museum that's far too big to cover in a single visit.

Highlights

Stand before Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Louvre's most famous painting.
Pass beneath the glass pyramid, the museum's modern landmark and main entrance.
See the Egyptian antiquities collection, with statues, reliefs and artifacts going back thousands of years.
View the Venus de Milo, a defining work of ancient Greek sculpture.
Walk through the gilded Galerie d'Apollon, known for its painted ceiling and royal decoration.
Take in landmark French paintings, including Eugène Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People.
Explore a museum that started as a 12th-century fortress and royal palace before opening to the public in 1793.
See the Winged Victory of Samothrace, one of the great surviving Hellenistic sculptures.

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Louvre Museum Paris, France 18 tours & tickets

Included / Excluded

Entry ticket
Live guide
Semi-private, small-group guided tour

Good to Know: Getting There, Entrances and Opening Hours

The Louvre sits in central Paris and is easy to reach on public transport. The simplest option is the metro to Palais-Royal-Musée du Louvre (lines 1 and 7); several bus lines stop nearby, and plenty of central sights are within walking distance. The museum has several entrances, and the one you choose can save time. The Pyramid entrance is the main one, with separate lines for ticket holders, visitors without tickets and priority access. The Carrousel du Louvre entrance, reached through the underground shopping mall, is open to ticket and pass holders and is often less crowded. The Richelieu Passage is reserved for groups and members, and the Porte des Lions serves online ticket holders only when it is open (currently closed, no lockers).

The Louvre is open every day except Tuesday, when it is closed. Hours are 09:00 to 18:00 on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, with later evenings until 21:00 on Wednesday and Friday. Last entry is one hour before closing, and the galleries begin clearing 30 minutes before. The museum also closes on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December; on other public holidays it stays open unless the date falls on a Tuesday. It's worth checking hours ahead of time, especially for an evening visit or around a holiday.

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Available Days / Times

Monday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30
Tuesday
Wednesday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30
Thursday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30
Friday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30
Saturday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30
Sunday : 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 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, with access to the permanent collections and any temporary exhibitions open that day.
Booking online secures your entry and cuts waiting time during busy periods.
The Pyramid entrance is the busiest; when open, the Carrousel du Louvre entrance (via Palais-Royal-Musée du Louvre metro) tends to be quicker.
Combo tickets let you 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 with bag inspections are mandatory, so allow extra time.
Given the museum's size, focusing on a few key sections or a themed route makes for a better visit.
Do not touch the artworks.
Once you leave the museum, re-entry is not allowed.
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, whether a guided tour is included, 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 through this page lets you compare verified options, check availability ahead of time, and skip the long queues during busy periods.

Do I need to book Louvre tickets in advance?

Yes, advance booking is strongly recommended to secure entry and avoid long lines, particularly in peak season. This page lists verified Louvre tickets with timed-entry options 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 cover a lot of the collections.

Are guided tours available at the Louvre?

Yes, and a guide is a great way to get more out of the museum's highlights and vast collections. You can compare guided options here, including small-group and skip-the-line tours.

What was stolen from the Louvre Museum?

In a heist on 19 October 2025, thieves broke into the Galerie d'Apollon and took eight 19th-century pieces of the 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. The robbery took only minutes and exposed serious security gaps that are still under investigation.

What was the Louvre before it was a museum?

It began 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 French Revolution.

When was the Louvre built?

The original fortress went up in 1190 under King Philip II. 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.”

Why is the glass pyramid outside the Louvre?

It has become nearly as recognizable as the art inside.

What is the Galerie d'Apollon known for?

It's a lavishly gilded gallery with elaborate ceiling paintings, restored to display the French crown jewels. It's one of the Louvre's most ornate rooms.

Can you see the whole Louvre in one visit?

Realistically, no. The collection is one of the largest in the world, so most people pick a few wings and accept they'll miss the rest. Plan on two to three hours at a minimum.

Where does the Mona Lisa draw such crowds?

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