
Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 245 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour worth booking?
Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour is a 1-hour experience in Paris, France, from $74 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 245 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (245)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $74 per person
Start your Louvre visit with reserved entry and an accredited guide who leads you directly to the museum’s most famous masterpiece, the Mona Lisa. Learn the fascinating story behind Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting while avoiding the stress of navigating the world’s largest museum alone. With more than 35,000 works of art displayed across 73,000 m2, the museum rewards curiosity and flexible time. The included audio-guided app helps you continue through the collections, from Egyptian Antiquities and Greek and Roman treasures to Islamic Art, French masterpieces, and more.
What you get
About this experience
Start your Louvre visit with reserved entry and an accredited guide who leads you directly to the museum’s most famous masterpiece, the Mona Lisa. Learn the fascinating story behind Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting while avoiding the stress of navigating the world’s largest museum alone. With more than 35,000 works of art displayed across 73,000 m2, the museum rewards curiosity and flexible time. The included audio-guided app helps you continue through the collections, from Egyptian Antiquities and Greek and Roman treasures to Islamic Art, French masterpieces, and more.
What's included
Included
- Expert, English-speaking tour guide
- Self-guided Audio app
- Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Louvre
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Place du Carrousel
Meeting place prior to start the tour
Pass by without stopping
Louvre Museum
Enjoy a seamless introduction to the Louvre with reserved entry and an accredited guide who leads you to the museum’s most iconic masterpiece, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. As you make your way through the magnificent galleries, discover the fascinating story behind her mysterious smile, Leonardo’s artistic genius, and the events that made the portrait one of the world’s most celebrated works of art. This focused experience is ideal for travelers looking to see the Louvre’s star attraction with expert insights and a smooth, well-paced visit.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre. Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This huge arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid, you will spot it across the road, just before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Wonders Ltd
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
- France’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
- Please note that your self-guiding app should be download on your smartphone prior to tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 245 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
245 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Louvre Tour
Our guide was great. Made the tour very interesting and kept us entertained at the same time. The communication from the company was good with easy instructions.
via Viator
Louvre with a great guide, Florence
We enjoyed a wonderful experience with Florence, our guide. So knowledgeable about all the art in the Louvre, and we appreciated learning about more than just the highlighted art pieces. She’s terrific, so ask for her for your next visit!
via Tripadvisor
Ade
Ade was an amazing tour guide and do much fun!
via Tripadvisor
Louvre Experienced
Frederick was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Visiting the so called key pieces but also sharing some interesting insights. Well worth doing…
via Tripadvisor
Amazing!
I’ve said in another review that I’m new to these “partial” tours. This was really just a brief intro to the Louvre and a fast track to the Mona Lisa. But it was ESSENTIAL. The Louvre is so big and so crowded and there are so many things to see, that a tour like this that makes getting in easy and takes you to a place that you would have taken twice as long to find yourself is amazing. The Mona Lisa wasn’t even my most important reason for seeing the Louvre, but it was a great place to start. Chris (Christelle) was entertaining and showed us key art and told us great stories about history and “The Da Vinci Code.” It was a great way to see several famous things while getting your bearings. Well done!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 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
- $74 to $99
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 86
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by City Wonders Ltd, who run 66 experiences we rank across 12 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 74.4 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour cost?
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Prices start at $74 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 with Guided Mona Lisa Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 with Guided Mona Lisa Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 245 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 Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa 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 Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour?
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Around 86 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa 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 Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. 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.
What is included in Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour?
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Included: Expert, English-speaking tour guide; Self-guided Audio app; and Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Louvre. Not included: Gratuities; Food and drinks; and Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour?
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The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre. Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This huge arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Louvre Museum Access with Guided Mona Lisa Tour?
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Across 245 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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