--- title: Louvre and Musee d Orsay Exclusive Museum Tour Entry Included lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/louvre-and-musee-d-orsay-exclusive-museum-tour-entry-included/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 259 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 245 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [de, ru, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 62 (Louvre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/louvre-and-musee-d-orsay-exclusive-museum-tour-entry-included/ --- # Louvre and Musee d Orsay Exclusive Museum Tour Entry Included **Guidekin's take:** A private tour for your party combines the Louvre Museum and Musée d'Orsay, covering works from classical antiquity to the post-Impressionists. Guiding and reserved timed entry to both museums are included; temporary exhibitions and hotel pickup are excluded. 4.99 from 245 reviews at €259 per person for 5h 30m. In our comparison: #7 of 62 in Louvre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Admire some of history's most treasured artworks at the Louvre Museum and Musée d'Orsay on this exclusive tour. Enjoy reserved timed entry tickets and expert guided tour of these world-famous museums and marvel at must-see masterpieces including the 'Mona Lisa,' 'Venus de Milo,' and 19th-century classics from Monet, Renoir and van Gogh. Journey through the history of art, from Greek antiquity to the post–Impressionists, while learning about the pieces from your expert private guide. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet by the LOUIS XIV statue in front of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 6 from €259 · private from €573 - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €16: ages 0 to 9 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €259 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 6ppl Max. English option; other options up to €573 - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 4.99/5 from 245 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours Paris - Group: Group size varies by option: max 6 from €259 · private from €573 - Guide languages: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.99 from 245 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 245 of 245. - 5 stars: 243 (99%) - 4 stars: 2 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' art knowledge and tailored visits; crowds at the Louvre are the recurring caveat. **Praised:** - Engaging explanations of artworks and their historical context - Efficient routes to major works and less familiar pieces - Visits tailored to personal interests and requested artworks - Patient guidance that keeps children and teenagers engaged **Complaints:** - Crowded galleries, particularly at the Louvre Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-02-22 to 2026-09-20); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 6ppl Max. English | €259 / person | English | SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR IN ENGLISH: Save money by booking a small group tour of 6 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | Private English Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, German, Russian, Italian, English, French | SKIP-THE-LINE PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; TOUR INCLUDES ALL ENTRANCE FEES | | Private Russian Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Russian | Private Russian Tour | | Private German Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | German | Private German Tour | | Private French Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | French | Private French Tour | | Private Italian Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian | Private Italian Tour | | Private Spanish Tour | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | Private Spanish Tour | ## What's 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) - €44 entrance ticket to the Louvre / Orsay museums for adults - DURATION 5 - 5.5 HOURS INCLUDING A BREAK - GUIDED COMBO MUSEUM TOUR WITH RESERVED ENTRY TICKETS 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 ## Itinerary 1. **Louvre Museum** (2h 30m; admission included) - Meet your guide at the Louvre’s famous glass pyramid in the morning. Enter the museum for your private 2-hour tour. One of the largest palaces in the world, the Louvre's five floors and endless corridors are packed with fascinating world heritage, including Egyptian kings and... 2. **Musee d'Orsay** (2h 30m; admission included) - After a break and 10-minute stroll over the Seine River to the Musée d’Orsay. Housed inside a stunning 19th-century Beaux-Arts building, the Musée d’Orsay houses the finest collection of Impressionist and post–Impressionist masterpieces in the world, with more than 4,000... ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ8XJ_6CVu5kcRWP1XT9TkBt4 ## Good to know - 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 and or Orsay 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 - Museum Entry Tickets Notes: Tour Includes Louvre & Orsay Entry: Adult Tickets Value of 44€ IMPORTANT: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ARRIVE ON TIME. THE MUSEUM STRICTLY DOES NOT ALLOW LATE ENTRIES, AND YOU CAN ONLY ENTER WITH YOUR GUIDE. - 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. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €518 | €259 | | 4 | €1036 | €259 | | 6 | €1434 | €239 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Louvre Tours start at €45 per person. ## Compared with other Louvre Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 62** | €259 | 5h 30m | 4.99 (245) | varies by option | | [Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX](/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-essential-guided-tour-semi-private-6-guests-max/?format=md) | €63 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (4215) | shared | | [Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included](/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-premium-guided-tour-6-guests-max-entry-included/?format=md) | €63 | 2h 30m | 4.95 (7205) | private | | [Family Friendly Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour](/france/paris/tours/family-friendly-louvre-museum-private-guided-tour/?format=md) | €368 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (317) | private | Ranked #7 of 62 in Louvre Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €490, median €150; typical length 2h. 26 of 62 are private. 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