Louvre Small-Group Tour 2026
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About Louvre Museum Small-group Tour
Start your Louvre adventure in a different way - on a stroll through the beautiful Tuileries Gardens. Get access to the world's most famous art museum. On the Louvre small-group tour, you will see the iconic da Vinci's "Mona Lisa", and also "Venus de Milo" and "Goddess of Victory". You will be in the hands of a knowledgeable guide who will lead your small group through the museum. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating stories of art and history that fill these vast galleries.
One of the world’s most significant art collections awaits you at the Louvre! With the small group, you have a chance to explore it thoroughly - from world-famous masterpieces to artworks spanning from ancient civilizations to the 19th century.
Our guides are knowledgeable and experienced in leading Louvre tours. They will ensure you see the most famous historical artworks, such as the Mona Lisa, within a reasonable timeframe.
Ensuring your plans can adapt to any changes, you can cancel your tour for free 24 hours in advance and get a full refund. Plus, you can secure your spot today without any upfront payment!
I usually skip museums when I travel - I always feel there's so much to see outside. The Louvre was my first exception! The small group was just right for me with expert guide. He knew all the shortcuts, and at a decent price, too. I don't know how we'd have done it on our own - so many people wandering lost around the museum, I was sooo glad that wasn't me. The Louvre is massive and it blew me away, in many ways. Well done for this tour and see you again, I hope!
OK, I have to admit that I lived in Paris for 10 years and never set foot in the Louvre. It is great to visit it with a guide, ideally in a small group. Especially if you are going for the first time and don't have time to prepare, as was the case with us. We had a casual, patient guide, a true expert. After more than two hours of his guidance, I can say that I left enriched for a great experience. Now I know I will return to the Louvre every time I visit Paris. It is a great wealth of humanity. My bow to the Louvre!
DESCRIPTION
Louvre Small-group Tour
- Entrance ticket to the Louvre Museum
- Licensed live guide
- Authorization fees for guided visits
- Earphones
- English and Spanish
WORLD’S LARGEST MUSEUM
Welcome to the capital of artworks - the Louvre Museum! On our Louvre small-group tour, you will explore the largest museum in the world - spanning over 72,000 square meters and housing more than 380,000 works of art; the Louvre is a treasure of history and culture. It was initially built as a fortress in 1190 and later transformed into a royal palace. Finally, the period of the French Revolution turned it into a museum as we know it today. A well-versed guide will securely lead you through its settings and take care of you to see it all - from ancient times until the 19th century.
WITNESS LOUVRE’S TREASURES
Each artwork in the Louvre tells its unique story. And there are so many! It is beyond words to come face to face with one of the oldest exhibited objects of the Louvre - the "Ain Ghazal Statue", which is about 9,000 years old. This Neolithic sculpture is among the oldest known human statues. Or, imagine what it was like 3,800 years ago to create the "Code of Hammurabi", one of the oldest legal texts in the world. If you have ever asked yourself why one should visit the Louvre, you will now find out that the right question would be: is there one single reason one should not visit it?
TAKE PICTURE WITH WORLD HISTORY CELEBRITIES!
The Louvre is a kind of global hotspot, historically and artistically. Let's assume that this is precisely the place where celebrities from all over the world and from all time gather. You will mingle between Mona Lisa, Nike, Venus, and Aphrodite! All at the same time and in one place. Listen, maybe they have something to tell you? All are available for taking photos, selfies, or a little reflection on the meaning of life while standing next to them. The Louvre is a place to be!
Interesting facts about the Louvre
LOUVRE AS A ROYAL RESIDENCE
King Philip II of France built the Louvre as a fortress in the late 12th century. Its primary purpose was to defend Paris from potential attacks, particularly from the west, where the Seine River provided an entry point. Over time, as Paris expanded and the need for a fortress diminished, the Louvre went through several transformations. In the 16th century, under King Francis I, it was converted into a royal palace. It wasn’t until the French Revolution in 1793 that the Louvre was officially opened as a public museum showcasing the nation’s art and cultural treasures.
WORKS OF ART EVACUATED DURING WWII
A special story is also associated with the Louvre and the 2nd World War. At that time, thanks to Jacques Jaujard, a senior civil servant in the French art administration, around four thousand works of art were evacuated from the museum out of fear that the Nazis would steal them in the event of an occupation. The artworks were transported to safety in 1,900 boxes using a total of 200 trucks. Their locations were changed several times during the war. The Louvre's wartime secret is just the beginning - discover more about the Mona Lisa’s history of thefts and other fun facts here.
A GLIMPSE INTO ANCIENT LAW
On the Louvre Small-Group Tour, you will see the "Code of Hammurabi", an artifact from ancient Mesopotamia. It represents one of the earliest collections of written laws, 282 precisely, in the history of mankind. The common phrase "An eye for an eye" is used in the text of Hammurabi's Code. It is made from basalt, an extremely hard volcanic rock that is hard to work with. That makes the accuracy of the engravings even more impressive!
The Louvre is a place full of rich history, art, and culture—and that’s why the best ways to visit this world-famous museum are the Louvre Small Group Tour or the Louvre Private Tour, both designed to help you experience its highlights and hidden gems in the most meaningful way.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Bring some kind of proof of identity, as you will need it at the entrance to the museum.
- For a relaxed visit to the museum, leave your large bags, strollers and umbrellas in the museum lockers.
- Get ready to visit the Louvre Museum with a few helpful tips to make your experience even better.
- Like all our Louvre Museum tours, our Louvre Small-Group Tour includes a “reserve now and pay later” option, as well as a free cancellation policy.
Meeting Point
The meeting point is the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel outside the Louvre. It is facing the glass Pyramid of the Louvre. If you are standing near the Pyramid, cross the street to the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, where your guide will be waiting.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
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