--- title: Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour with Access lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-private-guided-tour-with-access/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 273 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.72 reviews: 50 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 44 of 62 (Louvre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/louvre-museum-private-guided-tour-with-access/ --- # Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour with Access **Guidekin's take:** Shape a Louvre visit around your interests, from the Mona Lisa to Venus de Milo, on a private tour for your party. Admission, reservation fees and English-only guiding are included; security checks can still cause delays. 4.72 from 50 reviews at €273 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #44 of 62 in Louvre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore the world’s most famous museum, the Louvre, on a private 3-hour tour. Join your English-speaking private guide on this walk through history, adapted to suit your tastes and interests. Learn about the Louvre's vast collection — from da Vinci's iconic Mona Lisa to the ancient Greek sculpture Venus de Milo — as you wander its halls, asking as many questions from your guide as you like. You’re sure to walk away with a better appreciation for and understanding of art. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is not at the entrance… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 7 start times: between 09:45 and 18:00 - Children from €55: ages 4 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €273 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.72/5 from 50 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: City Wonders Ltd - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:45, 11:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:30, 17:30, 18:00 - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.72 from 50 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 47 of 50. - 5 stars: 43 (86%) - 4 stars: 4 (8%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the art context and help navigating the Louvre; heavy crowds remain a recurring drawback. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides explain the history and context behind the artworks - Engaging stories and humour make the art easier to understand - Guidance through the crowds to the museum's main highlights - Visits tailored to personal interests and family needs - Smooth entry and shorter queues reported by several visitors **Complaints:** - Heavy crowds inside the museum, even during guided visits - Difficulty finding the guide, followed by unhelpful customer service Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2021-09-21 to 2026-08-17); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - €28 entrance ticket to the museum for adults - Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide - Expert, English-speaking private tour guide exclusively for your party - Access to the Louvre Museum ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pick-up/drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel** (pass by, no stop) - Your guide will meet you at the Arc du Carrousel. This is a monumental arch with a horse-drawn chariot on top, situated across the road from the courtyard of the Louvre. Standing with your back to the entrance of the Louvre Museum and Pyramid, you will see it across the road,... 2. **Louvre Museum** (3h; admission included) - Explore the world’s most famous museum, the Louvre, with this private tour. Your expert, English-speaking guide will be able to adapt your private tour to suit your group, answering all the questions you have as they lead you past the ‘Mona Lisa’ among other masterpieces. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 09:45, 11:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:30, 17:30, 18:00 - 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 The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre. Meet our team at the Arc du Carrousel. This huge arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. With your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid, you will spot it across the road, just before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiVQbC4gZHUgQ2Fycm91c2VsLCA3NTAwMSBQYXJpcywgRnJhbmNlIi4qLAoUChIJ9Spa_SVu5kcRooegMOpwcm4SFAoSCT0rSNAlbuZHEQBR2OHGggsc Ends: The tour ends in the lobby of the Louvre, just under the Pyramid. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Due to heightened security there may be slight delays at checkpoints. We ask for your patience - Entrance ticket (€28), and reservation fee (€20) included - Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency - Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €546 | €273 | | 4 | €656 | €164 | 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 · #44 of 62** | €273 | 3h | 4.72 (50) | private | | [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 #44 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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