Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds in Paris, France
Paris, France

Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds

Outty Ranking 81 5.0 · 97 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $72
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Outty Ranking

81/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 97 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds worth booking?

Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $72 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 97 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
81 / 100
Rating
5/5 (97)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$72 per person

Experience the Louvre like few ever do on this 2.5-hour Exclusive Guided evening tour (6 guests max) with Entry. Explore masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo in the museum’s quieter, more intimate atmosphere, as your expert guide brings both the art and the palace’s history to life.

What you get

    About this experience

    Experience the Louvre like few ever do on this 2.5-hour Exclusive Guided evening tour (6 guests max) with Entry. Explore masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo in the museum’s quieter, more intimate atmosphere, as your expert guide brings both the art and the palace’s history to life.

    What's included

    Included

    • TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
    • WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
    • DURATION 2.5 HOURS
    • €28 entrance ticket to the museum
    • GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR WITH ENTRY INCLUDED

    Not included

    • Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
    • Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
    • Temporary exhibitions NOT included

    What you'll see and do

    1. Louvre Museum

      Experience the Louvre with this Exclusive Guided tour. Limited to just six guests, it offers a more personal and immersive journey through the world’s most iconic museum.

      150 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    Meet by the LOUIS XIV statue in front of the pyramid of the Louvre Museum. Meet your guide outside of the museum by the statue of the king Louis XIV riding his horse. The statue is the only statue situated in front of the main entrance pyramid of the Louvre museum.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Meet by the LOUIS XIV statue in front of the pyramid of the Louvre Museum. Meet your guide outside of the museum by the statue of the king Louis XIV riding his horse. The statue is the only statue situated in front of the main entrance pyramid of the Louvre museum.

    Options you can book

    • Private Evening - Italian

      Private Evening - Italian: PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN ITALIAN

    • Private Evening - Spanish

      PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN SPANISH

    • Private Evening - French

      PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN FRENCH

    • Private Evening - Russian

      PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN RUSSIAN

    • Essential Tour 12 Guest Group

      SAVE with our NEW Essential Tour tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.

    • SEMI-PRIVATE 6ppl Max. English

      Book our most popular Premium Semi-Private tour of 6 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.

    • Private Evening - German

      PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN GERMAN

    • Private Evening - English

      PRIVATE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR IN ENGLISH

    • SEMI-PRIVATE 6ppl Max. SPANISH

      SEMI-PRIVATE 6ppl Max. SPANISH

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ru, 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
    Babylon Tours Paris

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
    • Notes: Louvre museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
    • IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
    • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
    • In accordance with the Louvre Museum regulations, once the tour has ended, all members of the group must leave the museum with their guide. Guests are not permitted to remain inside or continue their visit independently.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 96 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    96 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    paula_d · September 2026

    Our tour guide did a...

    Our tour guide did a fantastic job and we had so much fun. Josef was very well informed, loved art and his job. we learned a tremendous amout about the Louvre Museum

    Response from the operator: Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re delighted Josef’s passion for art and extensive knowledge made your evening Louvre Museum tour both fun and educational. It’s wonderful to hear you came away having learned so much about the Louvre while enjoying the experience along the way!

    via Viator

    Go04793841365 · September 2026

    A well spent time learning alot!

    Our guide, Nancy, was super pleasant and had a great sense of humor. She was patient with our many questions and interruptions and an energetic guide, leading us thru many highlights of the museum, but at a pace we could easily manage. Going on the tour that began at 5:00p.m. allowed us to avoid overcrowding in the museum, and we could enjoy seeing many of the exhibits up close and without waiting, as is often necessary at huge internationally loved museums. We enjoyed the entire evening and would definitely book with Babylon again and ask for Nancy!

    via Tripadvisor

    Mobile485687 · July 2026

    Great tour!

    Daniel was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable, had a good sense of humor and was very charismatic!

    via Tripadvisor

    Brian_K · June 2026

    An amazing tour!

    We really enjoyed all of Veronica's expertise when showing us many different art pieces here at the Louvre. Highly recommend this tour!

    via Viator

    Stacey Leigh R · June 2026

    Louvre tour

    We loved our experience at the louvre with Manu our guide. He was very informative and pleasant. Would highly recommend him and this tour

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    $72 to $694
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    34
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Babylon Tours Paris, who run 34 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 78.2 and 4 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Babylon Tours Paris runs

    Why this scores 81

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)95
    Review evidence (18% weight)63
    Booking momentum (14% weight)57
    Value for money (12% weight)97
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)89
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds cost?

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    Prices start at $72 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 97 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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    Around 34 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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    Included: TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" opt; WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option); DURATION 2.5 HOURS; €28 entrance ticket to the museum; and GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR WITH ENTRY INCLUDED. Not included: Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi); Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL); and Temporary exhibitions NOT included. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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    Meet by the LOUIS XIV statue in front of the pyramid of the Louvre Museum. Meet your guide outside of the museum by the statue of the king Louis XIV riding his horse. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Russian, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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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.

    Is Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds 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 Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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    Across 97 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Louvre Museum Evening Premium Guided Tour BEST Avoid The Crowds?

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    There are 9 options to choose from, including Private Evening - Italian, Private Evening - Spanish, Private Evening - French, Private Evening - Russian. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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