Paris Louvre VIP: Mona Lisa & Masterpieces Skip-Line Tour
Take a small group or a private (depending on the option you choose) walking tour of the Louvre Museum in Paris and save time by booking ahead. This tour helps you explore the collection of paintings, sculpture, and architecture with an expert local guide. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people on this small group walking tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide. Upgrade your ticket for a private tour exclusive to just your group. This tour was specifically designed to highlight the most famous works of the Louvre Museum. Entering the Louvre through the original Medieval structure from the 12th century, join your guide on a journey from one breathtaking gallery to the next as you travel through time visiting works from 450 BCE through to the 1800s.
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
ShannonAnne_L, 2/2/2026 11:35:11 PM
Lovely blend of art history mixed in with local knowledge and insights into how the Louvre operates. It was my second time visiting the Louvre. The first time I used the audio guide but this time I decided to do this tour and it was a far superior experience as we got to skip the queue, didn’t get lost in the museum, and didn’t miss any of the highlights. I highly recommend it. Omar is a fantastic guide with lots of knowledge and experience, kept the group engaged and had our comfort in mind.
Chris_L, 2/1/2026 10:53:47 AM
Great tour for bypassing the long lines. We saw all the major highlights. Our guide gave a great background on key pieces.
margaret_s, 1/31/2026 2:14:29 PM
Excellent experience throughout. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and showed us the museum parts we needed. The Louve itself could take weeks to view. He mentioned Dan Brown who wrote the DaVinci code. He is my favorite author.
Dean_O, 1/31/2026 8:55:16 AM
Our tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. She took the time to introduce us to all the Louvre master pieces offered. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a guided tour of the Louvre!
Michelle N, 1/30/2026 8:44:41 AM
Our guide was Nazli, she was vibrant and friendly, as well as being very knowledgeable. The tour we did was highlights, so didn’t miss anything. Definitely recommend doing a guided tour. Also had the opportunity to further look around after the tour.
Sharon_B, 1/30/2026 7:34:22 AM
Our tour Guide Naz, was extremely knowledgeable and made sure we avoided Crowds! Will recommend her to all!
Martha_C, 1/30/2026 7:11:19 AM
It was very well detailed- where to meet, etc… it was an amazing way to see the louvre. I will definitely go back
Sara_H, 1/29/2026 4:05:09 AM
Excellent! Nazli was AMAZING!! Would definitely do again! We were able to get in quickly and past all of the regular ticket holders. Nazli was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining!
asarantidis, 1/28/2026 9:23:15 AM
Ask for Hamish! He was so amazing. I absolutely loved his commentary and knowledge throughout the museum. We started with a security issue, but Hamish navigated flawlessly and kept us up to the minute with updates. Once we entered, we made our way down to the free lockers. It made such a difference to put down our things and get comfortable for our full tour. The price of this tour was amazing as I believe we got more bang for our buck! The Louvre is a place you could visit everyday for a year and still not see everything. Hamish had a hard job guiding a large group to the most important pieces and I think he did an amazing job. I love that we didn't spend forever at the Mona Lisa, but super excited I learned about some of Da Vinci's other pieces. I would literally follow Hamish around and listen to him talk about DaVinci all day. And the Winged Victory? Well you just have to see for yourself as it is otherworldly. The tour ended in the museum so you could take advantage of the additional time and explore what you hadn't seen. This tour was one of the best I've been on. Ever. Truly well done.
lesavage, 1/27/2026 10:15:29 AM
Our tour guide Summer did an absolutely fantastic job! She was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the pieces at the Louvre. She answered all of our groups questions and really gave us such a rich tour. We would not have enjoyed the museum nearly as much without her knowledge, story telling, and passion. If I could give 6 stars I would!!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Only very small bags are allowed
- Please note that parties of 7 or more people may be split in different groups on the day of the tour at the meeting point.
- We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
- It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
- Visiting terms at the Louvre https://www.louvre.fr/en/visit/museum-rules
- Entrance ticket (22€), and reservation fee (70€ per group) included.
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
Departure point
The meeting point is not at the entrance of the Louvre. Meet our team at the Arc de Triomphe 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.Return details
Take a small group or a private (depending on the option you choose) walking tour of the Louvre Museum in Paris and save time by booking ahead. This tour helps you explore the collection of paintings, sculpture, and architecture with an expert local guide. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people on this small group walking tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide. Upgrade your ticket for a private tour exclusive to just your group. This tour was specifically designed to highlight the most famous works of the Louvre Museum. Entering the Louvre through the original Medieval structure from the 12th century, join your guide on a journey from one breathtaking gallery to the next as you travel through time visiting works from 450 BCE through to the 1800s.Redemption
• PLEASE NOTE! THE MEETING POINT IS NOT LOCATED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE LOUVRE! Meet our City Wonders representative, dressed in blue attire, beside the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. This prominent arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. To locate it, stand with your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid, and you will spot it across the road, just before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden. Our coordinators, dressed in blue attire, will be standing to the left of the Arc, along the wall railing. • Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure • Only small bags are allowed in the museum • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. • Please be aware that all visitors to the Louvre Museums must pass security before entering the museums. While we use a separate Skip the Line group entrance here, it is still often necessary to queue to pass security – albeit a shorter queue. • Please note that parties of 7 or more people may be split in different groups on the day of the tour at the meeting point. • Gratuities for your guide that provided excellent service are appreciated! • To comply with museum regulations, please be prepared to present an ID card for children below 18 years of age. • If you selected the "upgrade" option for wine tasting, your tour will finish at Ô Chateau Wine Bar - 68 Rue Jean Jacques Rousseau - 75001 Paris. Visiting terms at the Louvre https://www.louvre.fr/en/visit/museum-rules24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund