
Louvre Half-Day Private Tour
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Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Louvre Half-Day Private Tour worth booking?
Louvre Half-Day Private Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $100 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 14 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (14)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Explore the Louvre at your own pace including the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo and the Victory of Samothrace with fast track access. The Louvre houses one of the world's richest and most comprehensive collection of masterpi
What you get
About this experience
Explore the Louvre at your own pace including the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo and the Victory of Samothrace with fast track access. The Louvre houses one of the world's richest and most comprehensive collection of masterpieces. Together we will discover selected works from Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, David, Delacroix and many other greats. The magic of this former royal residence comes to life as we unveil the incomparable artwork and history inhabiting these colossal corridors. - Skip-the-Line admission tickets with reserved booking - Flexible Schedule - Private Art Historian Tour Guide - Duration: 2.5 hours
What's included
Included
- Your party Only
- Fast Track Tickets
- Private Guide
Not included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Louvre Museum
1 - Entering by the Sully medieval section to uncover the origin and evolution of the palace's construction. 2 - Exploring the Antiquity department, the Ancient Greek Etruscan and Roman sculptures featuring the Venus of Milo and The Winged Victory of Samothrace. 3 - Apollo Gallery where are exposed the French crown Jewels. 4 - The square Lounge and the Great Gallery which houses the Italian masters like Giotto's Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata, Botticelli, Fra Angelico, Mantegna, Raphael's belle jardinière, Caravaggio's death of the virgin, Veronese's wedding at cana, Titian and Da Vinci's saint john the Baptist and the Mona Lisa. - 5 French Neoclassical and Romantic tableaux such as David's coronation of Napoleon, Gericault's Raft of the Medusa and Delacroix's liberty guiding the people.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
In front of the Equestrian statue of Louis XIV near the Louvre Pyramid. Metro station: Palais-Royal - Musée du Louvre (Metro line 1 or 7)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
In front of the Equestrian statue of Louis XIV near the Louvre Pyramid. Metro station: Palais-Royal - Musée du Louvre (Metro line 1 or 7)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Paris Guided
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free admission applies to visitors under 17 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 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Half-Day Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I can’t say enough superlatives about Pierre. He led us from Normandy beaches to the Loire to Chartres and Paris. Best
Simply superlative. If you want a custom tour or something simple Pierre is awesome. He led us from Monet’s gardens to Bayeux and the the beaches at Normandy and the Mont Saint Michelle. A castle on the Loire, the cathedral at Chartres, Notre Dame in Paris. He is a jewel of a guide. So blessed.
via Tripadvisor
Great private tour of the louvre
We had a great tour with Nabila. She was very personable, knowledgeable and overall lovely person. She led us through the highlights of the louvre, the history of the objects, as well as the history of the museum itself. It was a well priced private tour, my only note was that the tour said 2.5 hours, but our tour only lasted 2 hours, and I hadn’t realized the discrepancy till I looked up the itinerary to write the review. Nevertheless, I highly recommmend this tour with Nabila.
via Viator
Wonderful tour with Nabila
Nabila was incredible. She did an amazing job guiding us through the museum. We saw all the highlights. Nabila’s knowledge of the various works of art was extensive, we learned a lot.
via Viator
Wonderful tour!
Wonderful experience! We enjoyed every minute of our tour, we were able to ask any question and get a detailed answer, and we were able to customize our tour. We will absolutely recommend this tour to all of our friends.
via Tripadvisor
Mother daughter getaway
This January we took a mother-daughter trip to Pairs with just myself (mom) and my 17-year-old daughter. We were referred by a friend to Pierre-yves and did a two day excursion with him. We saw Versailles and Montmartre on day 1 and on day 2 a city tour, including the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. Each day he picked us up at our hotel in his private vehicle, and drove us to our locations. Day 1 we had mentioned to him in passing that we had yet to have amazing croissants, so on day two he actually had them waiting for us in the backseat of the car, which was so very sweet and kind. His extensive knowledge of not only world history and events, but also his complex understanding of art and its interplay with politics of the time was beyond comparison. He really was able to put the pieces that we were seeing and the architectural style into perspective with what was going on politically at the time. He was also able to keep everything light and fun for my 17-year-old daughter by showing her interesting places that were popular on the Internet or things that were seen in the Netflix series Emily in Paris. He was more than happy to include unplanned stops during our tour to include places that she saw on Instagram and wanted to visit. We took several of his dining recommendations that were not on our radar and I have to say I was more impressed with the restaurants and the bars that he recommended than anything that I had seen on travel websites or on Pinterest. He was available to us, even after our tour ended for the next couple of days through WhatsApp, to help us with more dining recommendations, and reservations to some champagne tasting bars. Also to note, he does speak perfect “American style “ English as his wife is an American. He has a very fun and flexible guide in addition to his extensive knowledge of Paris, France, world history, art architecture and politics. We will definitely contact him again on our next trip to Paris and plan to use him for excursions to both Champaigne,Normandy , and the Loire valley region in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $100 to $560
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Louvre Half-Day Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Louvre Half-Day Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $100 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 Half-Day Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Half-Day Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Louvre Half-Day Private Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Louvre Half-Day Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Louvre Half-Day Private Tour?
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Around 5 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Louvre Half-Day 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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