Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa in Paris
Paris, France

Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa

Outty Ranking 86 4.6 · 1,319 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $55

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86/100

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4.6/5

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Is Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa worth booking?

Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $55 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 1,319 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
86 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (1,319)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$55 per person

See the Louvre's must-see masterpieces in just 2.5 hours with skip-the-line entry and an expert art historian guide. This small-group tour follows a curated route through the museum's most famous rooms, led by someone wh

What you get

  • Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
  • Expert, English-speaking art historian guide
  • Louvre entry ticket (€32 for non-EEA visitors, €22 for EEA visitors)
  • Skip-the-line group entry into the Louvre
  • Insight into masterpieces like the Coronation of Napoleon and Winged Victory
  • Guided tour of the Louvre's famous artworks and exhibits

About this experience

See the Louvre's must-see masterpieces in just 2.5 hours with skip-the-line entry and an expert art historian guide. This small-group tour follows a curated route through the museum's most famous rooms, led by someone who knows exactly where to take you. You'll stand before the Mona Lisa, admire the Venus de Milo and Winged Victory of Samothrace, and learn the stories behind Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People, Géricault's Raft of the Medusa, and David's Coronation of Napoleon. Every stop comes with expert storytelling that turns each masterpiece from a famous name into something you'll actually remember. Choose between a group of 20 or a smaller group of 6. Perfect for first-time visitors who want a clear, expertly curated introduction to the world's greatest art collection.

What's included

Included

  • Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
  • Expert, English-speaking art historian guide
  • Louvre entry ticket (€32 for non-EEA visitors, €22 for EEA visitors)
  • Skip-the-line group entry into the Louvre
  • Insight into masterpieces like the Coronation of Napoleon and Winged Victory
  • Guided tour of the Louvre's famous artworks and exhibits

Not included

  • Guide tips

What you'll see and do

  1. Paris

    Meet your guide just outside the Louvre Museum at the location listed on your booking voucher. With timed entry and group access, you'll bypass the main queue for individual visitors and pass through a brief security line before stepping into the world's largest museum. From there, your art historian guide leads your small group onto a curated route through the Louvre's most famous rooms.

    5 minutes here

  2. Louvre Museum

    Marvel at the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace, then take in some of France's most powerful paintings, including Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People, Géricault's Raft of the Medusa, and David's Coronation of Napoleon. The tour wraps up at Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss in the Michelangelo Gallery, where you'll have time to ask any final questions before saying goodbye outside the museum.

    145 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Paris

Please arrive 15 minutes early. Our friendly guide will meet you at the equestrian statue of Louis the XIV in front of the Louvre Pyramid. A representative will be waiting there holding bright red sign that reads "The Tour Guy".

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Please arrive 15 minutes early. Our friendly guide will meet you at the equestrian statue of Louis the XIV in front of the Louvre Pyramid. A representative will be waiting there holding bright red sign that reads "The Tour Guy".

Options you can book

  • Group Tour: Max 20

    Includes: Group guided tour of the Louvre Museum (max 20)

  • Semi-Private Group Tour: Max 6

    Includes:: Small-group guided tour of the Louvre Museum (max 6)

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
The Tour Guy

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
  • We recommend booking this tour at least 48 hours in advance, as spots fill quickly
  • All guests must supply their full name and date of birth matching a valid ID at the time of booking
  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,327 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

1,327 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
1,117
4 star
92
3 star
41
2 star
13
1 star
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gina_d · August 2026

Wow amazing place

Very good tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and spoke good English. We would recommend tour. Time went buy very fast. I wanted more time with the guide due to his knowledge

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Hanan_M · August 2026

Louvre tour

Nizle was so engaging , friendly , enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She asked if we wanted to see anything g extra at the end of the tour. Highly recommend

via Viator

Karen_R · August 2026

Tremendously interesting,...

Tremendously interesting, our guide Zee expertly traversed through the crowds, was funny, and so very knowledgeable.

via Viator

pietrocK1752BJ · August 2026

Good visit

Amazing guide and experience

via Tripadvisor

Bryan_K · August 2026

Best operating tour in Paris

A great informative tour. Gets really crowded and they the audio earphones to stay connected to the guide. Highly recommend this tour.

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
2.5 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
$55 to $169
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
462
Verdict
Exceptional

Why this scores 86

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
Review evidence (18% weight)98
Booking momentum (14% weight)98
Value for money (12% weight)94
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)46
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

How much does Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa cost?

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Prices start at $55 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 Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa 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 Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 1,319 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Louvre Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa?

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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 Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa 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 Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa?

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Around 462 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 Museum Access Guided Tour with Mona Lisa 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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