--- title: VIP Louvre Mona Lisa & Highlights Tour with Reserved Access lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/vip-louvre-mona-lisa-highlights-tour-with-reserved-access/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.63 reviews: 161 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [de, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 53 of 62 (Louvre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/vip-louvre-mona-lisa-highlights-tour-with-reserved-access/ --- # VIP Louvre Mona Lisa & Highlights Tour with Reserved Access **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 (table below). ## Overview 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! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Our meeting point is next to the Arc of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: small group from €95 · private from €240 - 35 start times: between 09:00 and 18:30 - Food included: Complimentary Paris food guide - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Children from €45: ages 0 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person for the Louvre Museum Guided Tour option; other options up to €240 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.63/5 from 161 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Crown Tours - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €95 · private from €240 - Guide languages: German, English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 35 start times between 09:00 and 18:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.63 from 161 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 148 of 161. - 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 (2026-06-11 to 2026-10-02); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Louvre Museum Guided Tour | €49 / person | English | Group of 20 Duration: 2 hours Description: Discover the Louvre’s essential masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa, with an expert English-speaking guide. | | Small Group Guided Tour | €95 / person | English | Group 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. | | Private Guided Tour in English | €240 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private 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. | | Private Guided Tour in German | €240 / person (for 2+ people) | German | Private 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. | ## What's 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 ## Not included - Hotel pick up and drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel** (pass by, no stop) - Meet your guide beside the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, just steps from the Louvre. Get an introduction to the museum’s royal past, the route ahead, and the masterpieces you are about to discover. 2. **Mona Lisa Gallery** (30m; admission included) - Stand before Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous portrait as your guide reveals the techniques, mysteries, and extraordinary story behind her global fame. Spot details that are easy to miss in the busy gallery. 3. **Discover one of the Louvre’s greatest ancient sculptures** (30m; admission included) - Learn what is known about her origins, the mystery of her missing arms, and the clues that continue to inspire theories about her original pose. 4. **See the Winged Victory rising above the grand Daru staircase in one of the Lo...** (30m; admission included) - See the Winged Victory rising above the grand Daru staircase in one of the Louvre’s most dramatic settings. Discover how the sculptor created a powerful sense of movement, wind, and triumph in marble. 5. **Louvre Museum** (30m; admission included) - Continue through selected galleries to uncover more masterpieces, hidden details, and remarkable stories. After the tour, you are welcome to stay inside and continue exploring independently. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 35 start times between 09:00 and 18:30 - 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 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJVdC_TS9u5kcR6VusBKX6B3Y ## Good to know - 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 - All guests must provide the correct names of all participants when booking. - Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your activity start time. Please note that late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entry. - Please note that the security check has no skip-the-line option. During high season, waiting times may be longer. - We recommend traveling light, large bags, umbrellas or suitcases are not allowed inside. - Tickets are issued as group tickets and remain with the guide. If you are late, please do not go to the entrance, as individual tickets cannot be provided. - 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. ## Compared with other Louvre Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #53 of 62** | €55 | 2h | 4.63 (161) | 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 #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. 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/vip-louvre-mona-lisa-highlights-tour-with-reserved-access/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md