
Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access worth booking?
Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from €59 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- €59 per person
Discover the treasures of the Louvre Museum with an expert, certified guide and skip the long entrance lines. Your guide will meet you at the iconic Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel and lead you directly to the priority entrance, allowing you to bypass the crowds. Inside the museum, explore highlights including the enigmatic Mona Lisa, the majestic Winged Victory, and the renowned Venus de Milo. Learn fascinating details about masterpieces from both the Italian and French painting sections. The guided tour lasts approximately two and a half hours, offering an engaging and in-depth experience of the Louvre's most celebrated artworks. Highlights: Priority access to the Louvre, skipping long lines Expert commentary on iconic artworks and their histories See the world-famous Mona Lisa up close Discover masterpieces from the Italian and French painting sections
What you get
- Certified and experienced guide
- Skip the line ticket
About this experience
Discover the treasures of the Louvre Museum with an expert, certified guide and skip the long entrance lines. Your guide will meet you at the iconic Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel and lead you directly to the priority entrance, allowing you to bypass the crowds. Inside the museum, explore highlights including the enigmatic Mona Lisa, the majestic Winged Victory, and the renowned Venus de Milo. Learn fascinating details about masterpieces from both the Italian and French painting sections. The guided tour lasts approximately two and a half hours, offering an engaging and in-depth experience of the Louvre's most celebrated artworks. Highlights: Priority access to the Louvre, skipping long lines Expert commentary on iconic artworks and their histories See the world-famous Mona Lisa up close Discover masterpieces from the Italian and French painting sections
What's included
Included
- Certified and experienced guide
- Skip the line ticket
Not included
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
What you'll see and do
Louvre Museum
You will discover all the secrets of the world's most important museum through the knowledge of an expert guide who will tell you all the details of the works you will see. You'll have a skip the line ticket to avoid the long waiting lines and you'll be in a small group of no more than 6 people to avoid overly large groups
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Group tour in English
Guided Tour in English
Small Group Guided tour in Fra
Smal Group Tour in French
Group Guided tour in Italian
Guided Tour In Italian
Group Guided tour in Spa
Guided Tour in Spanish
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
- Exploring Tours and Services
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Brava Martina
Martina fantastic driving. Attentive , kind, helpful but above all very prepared. It gets you inside the works it describes. Promoted with flying colors
via Tripadvisor (translated)
An exceptional guided tour of the Louvre!
The experience was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, explaining the artworks and the history behind them in a clear and engaging way. The skip-the-line entrance was a huge plus and saved us a lot of time. The group size was perfect—not too big—so it was easy to follow, ask questions, and really enjoy the visit. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to make the most of their time at the Louvre!
via Viator
MR LOUVRE
My tour was cancelled shortly after I booked it for no reason. He didn't even expect other people to sign up.
Response from the operator: We are sorry that we had to cancel the tour and understand your disappointment. Unfortunately, your booking was the only one scheduled for that specific time slot, we are unable to operate the tour for a single participant. As we are currently in low season, we were aware in advance that the tour was unlikely to fill up. For this reason we decided to cancel the tour in advance precisely to give you enough time to book another activity and avoid last-minute inconvenience. That said, we believe this review does not accurately reflect the quality of our service or the experience we usually provide to our guests. We always strive to be transparent, fair, and accommodating, and we regret that in this case no alternative solution could be agreed upon.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- €59 to €109
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Exploring Tours and Services, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.6.
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Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access cost?
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Prices start at €59 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access 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 (3.7/5 across 3 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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Around 1 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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Included: Certified and experienced guide; and Skip the line ticket. Not included: Meals; Gratuities; and Hotel Pick up and Drop off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Louvre Museum Highlights Tour with Priority Access 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 3.7 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 Highlights Tour with Priority Access?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Group tour in English, Small Group Guided tour in Fra, Group Guided tour in Italian, Group Guided tour in Spa. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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