--- title: Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Artist lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-guided-tour-with-artist/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 195 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 102 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 10 of 62 (Louvre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-guided-tour-with-artist/ --- # Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Artist **Guidekin's take:** See the Mona Lisa and Winged Victory through a painter's eye in a small shared group of up to six guests. Museum admission and a guided look at the artworks are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 5 from 102 reviews at €195 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #10 of 62 in Louvre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview With 35,000+ works, the Louvre is for aficionados and novices alike. But, it is also an endless maze for new visitors. Imagine the delight of breezing into the must-see masterpieces of the Western canon led by an expert ​​who is not only a licensed guide but also a painter. From observing the flowy folds of Winged Victory to uncovering the aesthetic secrets of the Mona Lisa, we will engage with art, intimately. In a tiny group of maximum 6 visitors, we will unravel the artistry behind these timeless creations, breathing life into each stroke and detail. Traverse the corridors of time and trace the evolution of art from Greek Antiquity to the Italian Renaissance. Imagine seeing the Louvre through the eyes of an artist. Together, we will understand painting techniques in a manner understandable for all audiences and gain unique insight. Join us to truly interact with art, immerse yourself in an up-close and personal encounter with the masterpieces that have shaped art history. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Avoid heading to the Louvre! - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 6 from €195 · private from €350 - 4 start times: between 09:00 and 18:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €179: ages 0 to 18 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €195 per person for the Semi-Private option; other options up to €350 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 102 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: That Time in Paris - Group: Group size varies by option: max 6 from €195 · private from €350 - Guide languages: English, French - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:00, 11:45, 15:00, 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 5.0 from 102 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 102 of 102. - 5 stars: 102 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the artist's insight, tailored visits and guidance through crowds; no recurring criticism appears in the supplied reviews. **Praised:** - Explanations of art history and techniques from an artist's perspective - Efficient navigation through the museum and crowds to reach major works - Tours tailored to individual interests and requested artworks - Interactive explanations that keep children and teenagers engaged - Friendly, patient guidance with time for questions **Complaints:** - No complaints are stated in the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 99 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-02-28 to 2026-08-12); 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 | €195 / person | English, French | Maximum 6 people per group | | Private | €350 / person | English, French | Private to your group | ## What's included - Entrance ticket to the museum - 22 euros per person for adults - 2-hour Guided Tour with Certified Artist-Guide - Small Group: no more than 6 guests per tour ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Le Kiosque des Noctambules** (5m) - Discover the unique Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre subway stop, designed by Parisian contemporary artist Jean-Michel Othoniel. We will uncover the symbolism woven into Othoniel's Murano glass-inspired structure. 2. **Pyramide Du Louvre** (10m; admission included) - Admire I.M. Pei’s Pyramid, an iconic feat of modern architecture. We will learn about the controversy it sparked and its role as an inspiration for artists like JR. 3. **Louvre Museum** (1h 40m; admission included) - Embark on an artist-guided journey and explore the Louvre museum like never before! Together, we will unravel the artistry of masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and understand history through the eyes of an artist. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 09:00, 11:45, 15:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - 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 Avoid heading to the Louvre! Meet at "Kiosque des Noctambules" by Jean-Michel Othoniel, a vibrant Murano glass beads sculpture across from the Comédie Française. Just 5-minutes from the Louvre entrance. Accessible via the Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre metro station ("Place Colette" exit). Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJF3SmuiVu5kcRLKbMZStA-bs Ends: The tour ends inside the majestic halls of the Louvre Museum, giving visitors the chance to continue exploring its vast collection at their leisure and at their own pace after the 2 hours spent with the guide. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Louvre Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #10 of 62** | €195 | 2h | 5.0 (102) | 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 #10 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. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/louvre-tours/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-guided-tour-with-artist/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md