
Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour worth booking?
Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour is a 2.8-hour experience in Paris, France, from $159 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (14)
- Duration
- 2.8 hours
- From
- $159 per person
Choose your experience: Classic small-group, Premium semi-private (max 5), or Exclusive private tour. This ticket is our Classic option with a licensed guide. Entry ticket included — no queues, no stress. In 2 hours 50 minutes, your guide reveals the stories behind the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory — plus hidden gems most visitors miss. Want fewer guests or a private tour? Ask about our Premium and Exclusive options.
What you get
About this experience
Choose your experience: Classic small-group, Premium semi-private (max 5), or Exclusive private tour. This ticket is our Classic option with a licensed guide. Entry ticket included — no queues, no stress. In 2 hours 50 minutes, your guide reveals the stories behind the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory — plus hidden gems most visitors miss. Want fewer guests or a private tour? Ask about our Premium and Exclusive options.
What's included
Included
- Small group experience — max 6 guests guaranteed
- Entrance fees
- Licenced guide
Not included
- gratuities
What you'll see and do
Louvre Museum
“Our licensed guide will take you inside the Louvre Museum with reserved skip-the-line access. You’ll explore world-famous masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about the artists, the history of the palace, and hidden gems many visitors miss. The tour balances must-see highlights with captivating anecdotes, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the world’s largest museum.”
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Louvre Museum
99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75001, France
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Louvre Museum · 99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75001, France
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, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Elysiago
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Monty and the Louvre
Monty was an incredible guide. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommended! 5 stars!
via Tripadvisor
Guide Diana is the best!
It was an amazing tour, Diana the guide was very friendly! Its totally worth it to go with her.
via Tripadvisor
Unexplained cancellation
Booking was cancelled 3 days prior without explanation. Timing made it a challenge to find an alternative at the last minute. To note, provider was responsive to questions and information when booking was made the month prior but did not respond regarding cancellation.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the cancellation of your tour. We would like to clarify that we attempted to contact you by phone to inform you about the cancellation and discuss the available options, but unfortunately we were unable to reach you. We understand that the short notice made it difficult to arrange an alternative, and we regret the disruption this caused to your plans. We appreciate your kind words about our responsiveness before the cancellation and are sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable and will help us improve our communication in similar situations going forward.
via Tripadvisor
I highly recommend Monty
Monty was great!!! He was very informative and provided great highlights!
Response from the operator: Thank you for highly recommending our Louvre Museum Mona Lisa and Highlights Guided Tour! We’re delighted that Monty’s knowledge and engaging explanations helped you discover the Louvre’s most important masterpieces. With such an extensive collection, having an informative guide is a wonderful way to experience the museum’s essential highlights and the fascinating stories behind them. We’ll be happy to share your enthusiastic feedback with Monty. Thank you for choosing ElysiaGo for your guided Louvre tour in Paris! ElysiaGo Team
via Tripadvisor
Worth the visit all the way!!
The guide was very informative and very passionate about the Louvre. I really enjoyed my time there, the atmosphere was fantastic. I have learned quite a lot of information, despite knowing a lot about Louvre! The process of getting inside was quite easy, there is a place where you can leave your bags Inside the Museum. Having around 2-3 hours with a guide and then proceed with on your own is quite nice since we can stay after inside, but the place is too big just to see everything!! I really recommend visiting with family, my group had some kids and the guide made it very entertaining for them too! Regarding the crowds, morning is the best suggestion. Will definitely book again with ElysiaGo!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for this fantastic and detailed review of our Louvre Museum Mona Lisa and Highlights Guided Tour! We’re delighted that your guide’s knowledge and passion brought fresh insights to your visit—even though you were already familiar with the Louvre. It’s also wonderful to hear that the tour was entertaining for the children in your group and that the entry process went smoothly. With such an extraordinary collection, the Louvre is almost impossible to see in a single visit. A guided tour is a great way to discover its essential masterpieces before continuing to explore the museum independently at your own pace. Thank you for recommending this experience to families and for choosing ElysiaGo. We’ll be thrilled to welcome you back for another guided tour in Paris! ElysiaGo Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Elysiago, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.8.
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Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $159 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.8 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 14 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided 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 2.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour?
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Included: Small group experience — max 6 guests guaranteed; Entrance fees; and Licenced guide. Not included: gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Paris.
What languages is Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided 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.
Is Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour 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 Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Paris: Louvre Museum Mona Lisa & Highlights Guided Tour?
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Across 14 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, value for money. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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