Paris · LOUVRE MUSEUM TOURS
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Nobody sees the whole Louvre, so the plan matters more than the ticket. Here are the best Louvre tours and timed-entry tickets in Paris: guided routes that go straight to the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, skip-the-line entry for doing it alone, small groups against large, and what each costs.
Skip-the-ticket-line timed Louvre entry gets you in fast, then wander from Ancient Egypt to the Mona Lisa at your pace.
“I liked that we could just turn up at our allocated time and go straight in without trying to work out how to purchase tickets. Get there at 15 mins before your time though as each time slot line is long.”
Reserved Louvre guided access with skip-the-line entry and a scenic Seine cruise. Timed art highlights plus flexible sightseeing.
“Good - enjoyed the cruise. Could not hear anything over the speakers but we were outside / on the top level so not surprising”
Reserved entry and audio headsets for a 3-hour Louvre highlights tour. See Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, then linger.
“Directions to the site were written very poorly. Other tours post a link for sections that lead you’ll to the exact spot you should gather. City Tours fails to do this and I’ve missed to my events because I used the directions provided in the information in the email. DO NOT BOOK ANY TOURS WITH CITY TOURS!!”
Priority-entry Louvre orientation with reserved access to skip lines, escort to the Mona Lisa, and an audio guide for an easier day.
“I fell while in Paris and was having trouble walking and wearing an arm sling. Our guide helped me to see the Mona Lisa away from the crowds which was very kind. The Louvre itself was chaotic and there should be more lifts to access upper floors and bathrooms on main floor”
Timed Louvre entry with a host plus a 1-hour Seine cruise. Skip some stress, see Mona Lisa fast, then enjoy landmark views by boat.
“No tour guide. You go to the Louvre alone. You go to River Cruise alone. Overall- it was a great afternoon. Highly enjoyed it,”
Reserved-access Louvre tour with a live English guide, headset, and highlights like Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory plus optional wine and cheese.
“Severin was very engaging during the tour and introduced the museum and art pieces very well with nugget sized bites of information that was easy for laymen! Glad I managed to get on this tour with her, learnt a lot!”
Exclusive Louvre guided tour with entry included. See the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo with a pro guide, then explore solo.
“Great service and very knowledgeable and personable guide. Lots of information and not too overwhelming. Hit the big pieces. Highly recommend!”
Reserve your timed Louvre entry and add a 1-hour Seine cruise for easy Paris sightseeing with fewer hassles and great views.
“Best combo to get the main tourist attraction in Paris”
Timed entry to the Louvre plus a host-led meeting and an English Mona Lisa digital audioguide. Go early and see the highlights fast.
“Amazing, get a timed entry early. Saw so much of the museum before it got too crowded. Great experience!!”
Skip-the-line timed Louvre access with either a highlight guide or Mona Lisa escort, ending with free exploration.
“Florence was fabulous. She was very easy to understand and very informative. She was able to answer any question asked and made it interesting to our 14 year old daughter as well. .”
Skip long ticket lines on a 2-hour Louvre highlights tour via the pyramid, with expert stories on the Mona Lisa and more.
“It was excellent. Great rapport between the guide and the group. Relevant and interesting facts and history given. Would highly recommend.”
Louvre priority access for the Mona Lisa: timed entry with a guided highlight tour or a direct escort, then free time to explore.
“Ana was great! So enthusiastic and had good energy ! There were a few hiccups that were not her fault like a ( bomb scare) that delayed our entrance . She was calm and adjusted accordingly. I highly suggest booking this trip if your main focus is to see the Mona Lisa !”
Skip the Louvre lines in a small group. See Mona Lisa, Napoleon’s apartments, Venus de Milo, Egypt highlights, and more in 2–3 hours.
“Our guide was exceptional. Easy to follow and the small group made it so nice.”
Semi-private Louvre tour for up to 6 with reserved entry, guided highlights like Venus de Milo and the Mona Lisa, plus the moat.
“Manu met us with a cheery attitude which he maintained throughout the tour. He was prepared, extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, accommodating, and had many side stories about history and added so much color to the collections. He was such an educator as well. We were able to see some highlights, and then have free time to see some of the things he recommended for a deeper dive from the highlights. He was excellent!!”
Paris in a Day tour packs Montmartre, Louvre (or Orsay Tuesdays), Notre-Dame area, Île de la Cité, Eiffel Tower views, and a Seine cruise.
“Our tour guide Tina was awesome! She was so knowledgeable and helpful and hilarious as well!!! She had great recommendations for lunch as well!!!”
