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VIP Louvre Mona Lisa & Highlights Tour with Reserved Access

4.6 · 161 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 92% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Crown Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Group size varies by option: small group from €95 · private from €240
Guide languages
German, English
Start & pickup
35 start times between 09:00 and 18:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A VIP-track Louvre highlights tour with reserved access at €55 per person.

The Mona Lisa without the scrum, guided with actual enthusiasm.

In our comparison: #53 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

4 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.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Louvre Museum Guided TourThe page priceEnglishGroup of 20 Duration: 2 hours Description: Discover the Louvre’s essential masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa, with an expert English-speaking guide.€49
Small Group Guided TourEnglishGroup of 6 Duration: 2 hours Description: Upgrade to a group of up to six and enjoy Louvre with more opportunities to ask questions and interact with the guide.€95
Private Guided Tour in EnglishEnglishPrivate Group of 6 or Less Duration: 2 hours Description: Explore the Louvre with a guide exclusively for your party and enjoy a tour with commentary tailored to your interests.€240 for 2+ people
Private Guided Tour in GermanGermanPrivate Group of 6 or Less Duration: 2 hours Description: Explore the Louvre with a guide exclusively for your party and enjoy a tour with commentary tailored to your interests.€240 for 2+ people

Children from €45 (ages 0 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • €22 entrance ticket to the museum for adult
  • Reserved Timed Entry to the Louvre Museum
  • Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory, and other selected highlights
  • Complimentary Paris food guide
  • Two-hour Guided Louvre Highlights Tour
  • Audio headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Reviews

4.6
161 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 148 of 161

Star breakdown of all 161 ratings

5 stars
129 · 80%
4 stars
19 · 12%
3 stars
4 · 2%
2 stars
3 · 2%
1 star
6 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the guides' art explanations and route through the highlights, but crowds can make viewing difficult.

Praised

  • Guides explain art and history through engaging stories
  • A focused introduction to the Louvre's major artworks
  • Guides help visitors navigate the museum and its crowds
  • Explanations keep children and teenagers interested

Complaints

  • Heavy crowds, especially around the Mona Lisa, make viewing difficult
  • Some report smooth entry, while others lose viewing time to entry and setup delays
  • Some find the audio clear, while others report static or sound cutting out
  • Some enjoy the highlights format, while others feel too few artworks are covered

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (11 June 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Our meeting point is next to the Arc of the Carrousel (not the Arc de Triomphe at Champs-Élysées), the arch located directly opposite the Louvre Pyramid. Look for a staff member wearing a purple "Crown Tours" jacket or T-shirt, standing next to the statue on the right when facing the arch. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
35 start times between 09:00 and 18:30, daily except Tue; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Crown Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Ready to meet the Mona Lisa ? Step into the world’s most famous museum with a fun, engaging guide who’ll bring its masterpieces to life!

In just two unforgettable hours, you’ll unravel the secrets of the Louvre’s top highlights, from the mysterious smile of da Vinci’s icon to the dramatic beauty of the Winged Victory.

Expect jaw-dropping stories, hidden details, and an experience that’ll make you feel like a VIP. This isn’t just a tour, it’s your backstage pass to art history’s greatest hits!

Walking, children and accessibility

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

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If you have any hearing accessibility needs, please let us know at least 48 hours in advance so we can best support you during your experience.
  • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.

Good to know

  • Food included Complimentary Paris food guide
  • Children from €45 ages 0 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 · #53 of 62€552h4.63 (161)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 #53 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

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