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Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour with Access

4.5 · 13,590 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 88% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by City Wonders Ltd Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Skip the line
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Group size varies by option: max 12 from €109 · private from €273
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
12 start times between 09:00 and 18:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The most-reviewed tour in our entire Paris catalogue:13,590 ratings for the Louvre masterpieces walk with entry included.

The crowd-tested default.

In our comparison: #62 of 62 in Louvre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

5 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Mona Lisa Express Group Tour The page priceDuration: 1 hour Mona Lisa Express Group Tour: Make your way directly to the iconic Mona Lisa with an accredited Louvre guide and discover its fascinating story.€59
Louvre Group Tour Duration: 3 hours Louvre Group Tour: Guided visit to see masterpieces including Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo & more in groups of 20 guests or fewer.€69
Express Louvre & Wine Tasting Guided Louvre masterpieces tour followed by sommelier-led tasting of 3 French wines with cheese & charcuterie. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes€99
Louvre Semi Private TourGuided visit to see masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and more in a small group of up to 12 guests. Duration: 3 hours€109
Louvre Private TourPrivate guide exclusively for you and your group for a more personalized experience. Duration: 3 hours€273 for 2+ people

Children from €54 (ages 4 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Small-group or private tour experience (depending on the option selected)
  • Self-guided audio app for independent exploration (Express option only)
  • Personal audio headset to clearly hear your guide throughout the tour
  • Louvre Museum entrance ticket (€28 value for adults)
  • Premium wine and cheese tasting at a high-end Parisian wine bar (Wine tasting option only)
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Entry to the Louvre Museum
  • See the Mona Lisa and other world-famous paintings, sculptures, and masterpieces
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviews

4.5
13,590 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

88% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 11,893 of 13,590

Star breakdown of all 13,590 ratings

5 stars
10,565 · 78%
4 stars
1,328 · 10%
3 stars
591 · 4%
2 stars
304 · 2%
1 star
802 · 6%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the art stories and help finding the highlights; crowded galleries remain a recurring drawback

Praised

  • Guides explain artworks through stories and historical context
  • Humour and engaging delivery keep visitors interested
  • Guides make the museum easier to navigate despite the crowds
  • Focused coverage of the major artworks gives a manageable introduction
  • Shorter entry queues, including access through separate entrances

Complaints

  • Heavy crowds in the galleries and around popular artworks
  • Extensive walking and stairs can be demanding for some visitors
  • Some find joining easy, while others miss the tour after meeting or contact problems

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 September 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is not at the Louvre entrance. Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the Louvre Pyramid, you'll spot it across the road, before the Tuileries Garden. Do not go to the Arc de Triomphe. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
12 start times between 09:00 and 18:00 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour ends in the lobby of the Louvre, just under the Pyramid
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
City Wonders Ltd; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €54 ages 4 to 17

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Louvre Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #62 of 62€632h 30m4.51 (13590)varies by option
Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX€632h 30m4.98 (4215)shared
Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included€632h 30m4.95 (7205)private
Family Friendly Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour€3682h 30m5.0 (317)private

Ranked #62 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. Compare all 62 Louvre Tours

From €63 per adult · Mona Lisa Express Group Tour