
Louvre Essential Private tour
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5.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Louvre Essential Private tour worth booking?
Louvre Essential Private tour is a 3-hour experience in Paris, France, from $190 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $190 per person
A unique private tour with expert guide. During 3 hours you see the major masterpieces among the great Louvre collection. You will be able to ask everything you wanted to know about the Louvre, its history, architecture
What you get
About this experience
A unique private tour with expert guide. During 3 hours you see the major masterpieces among the great Louvre collection. You will be able to ask everything you wanted to know about the Louvre, its history, architecture and major treasures.
What's included
Included
- €22 entrance ticket to the museum for adults
- professional licensed guide service
What you'll see and do
Louvre Museum
Discover the main masterpieces of the Louvre Museum and its history. Did you know that the Louvre was a fortress before being a museum? Your professional licensed guide will take you to the oldest room in the Museum. It is almost 800 years old. You will have the feeling to be back in medieval times. You will discover the great sphinx of Tanis, an opportunity to mention the strong links between Egypt and Paris. Then you will visit the department of Greek antiquities. It is one of the richest in the museum. You will see among others: the Venus de Milo and the Victory of Samothrace. Your guide will tell you some stories from mythology in the beautiful Caryatides room (old ballroom of the castle). In the Italian gallery (800 meter long) you will admire the masterpieces of the Italian masters: Mantegna, Raphael, Caravaggio, Veronese ... Of course you will also see the Mona Lisa by Leonard. In the French department, you will see large paintings such as the "Sacre de Napoleon" or "La Mort de Sardanapale". They are bigger than many appartments in Paris... The tour will also include the impressive sculptures of Mesopotamia such as the Khorsabad Bulls or the Hammurabi code. The Dutch department with its Rubens, Vermeer and Rembrandt is less crowded and quite exceptional also. You understand that your visit will be particularly rich and will include the main treasures of the Museum. During this private tour, you will be able to ask everything you wanted to know about the Louvre to your expert guide.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Your guide will be waiting for you at the foot of Arch of Carrousel. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your guide will be waiting for you at the foot of Arch of Carrousel. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- AWESOME GUIDE
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Essential Private tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Easy and informative
We had a wonderful experience with Auriel - she was incredibly knowledgeable and was very attuned to the needs of our group. Great insights on the three ladies of the Louvre! Excellent!
via Viator
Knowledgeable
Our guide was fantastic She explained everything with historical context Her knowledge of the art was phenomenal Would love to have her as a guide again Walter Deissler Architect
Response from the operator: That is great. So happy you enjoyed your private tour! Best greetings from Paris, Vincent
via Viator
It's worth it.
It was our first time visiting Louvre .Our tour guide Olga was very professional and knowledgeable, we had a great experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind words. I am sure Olga will appreciate it. Best greetings from Paris, Vincent
via Viator
Louvre private tour
If you are privileged to have Olga as your guide you will have an experience to remember in the Louvre. She is detailed oriented and knowledgeable as well as kind and gracious. Days later you might here her quiet voice once again reiterating a detail of the many paintings and sculptures she introduces you too. Excellent private tour!!
Response from the operator: Thanks you very much for your review. Olga is an excellent professional and one of our best guides. She will be delighted to read your comment. Best greetings,
via Viator
An amazing experience and a superb guide!
This was an excellent way to get an introduction the Louvre. Our guide, Vincent, got us into the museum efficiently and progressed through all three main areas at our pace and in orderly fashion. We were able to provide him with our areas of interest for him to focus on. Vincent was personable, knowledgeable, and knew exactly how to manage our way through what is otherwise an overwhelming experience. I highly recommend this tour!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $190 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Louvre Essential Private tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Louvre Essential Private tour cost?
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Prices start at $190 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Louvre Essential Private tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is Louvre Essential Private tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Louvre Essential Private tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Louvre Essential Private tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Louvre Essential Private tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Louvre Essential Private tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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