About this tour
Skip the queues and explore the Louvre's greatest hits with a private art historian in 2.5 hours. You'll see the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo and Victory of Samothrace alongside works by Da Vinci, Raphael and Michelangelo, moving through the former royal palace at your own rhythm. Your guide reveals the stories behind each masterpiece without the crowds.
Highlights
- Fast-track entry—no queue wrestling
- Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo, Victory of Samothrace
- Private guide, your group only
- Works by Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo
- Navigate a former royal residence
- 2.5-hour focused tour
What to expect
Your guide meets you at a reserved entrance, bypassing the main ticketing crush. You'll move through galleries at a deliberate pace, stopping for detailed conversations about major works rather than rushing through halls. Expect plenty of walking across marble floors and up staircases—the Louvre demands stamina. Your guide contextualises each painting and sculpture within art history and the building's palace heritage. This isn't a surface-level tick-box; it's a curated conversation with someone who knows the collection deeply.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes. The museum is wheelchair accessible with lifts available. Prams and strollers are welcome. Under-17s and EEA residents under 26 receive free entry with valid ID—confirm eligibility ahead. Transport to the Louvre is not included; metro stations are nearby.
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