Louvre Museum Tickets & Tours
Every ticket and tour option for the Louvre Museum — from entry tickets to private guided tours. Compare prices, read what’s included, and book the option that fits your trip.
Best for first-time visitors
A small group tour pairs expert narration with manageable crowds, so you see the highlights without feeling lost.
Best premium option
A private tour lets you set the pace and focus on the art that interests you most, with undivided guide attention.
Best budget choice
The audio guide ticket gives you professional commentary at a fraction of guided-tour prices, and you can linger wherever you like.
Best combo value
Bundle the Louvre with a Seine River cruise to knock out two top Paris experiences in one discounted ticket.
Top Louvre Museum Experiences
Start with these standout options — the most popular and most complete experiences.
Mona Lisa Priority Guided Tour
This 2–2.5 hour small group tour with a licensed art historian gives you priority access straight to Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, bypassing the usual crowds. You’ll also see iconic masterpieces like Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Renaissance paintings. Perfect for first-time visitors who want expert insight and a curated introduction to the Louvre’s greatest works.
Small Group Museum Guided Tour
A 2.5–3 hour walking tour led by a licensed art historian, capped at around 12 people, with skip-the-line entry and audio headsets so you hear clearly even in crowded galleries. The curated route covers must-see masterpieces—Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory, and more. After the tour, you’re free to explore independently with your included entry ticket.
Louvre Museum Tickets for Independent Visits
Skip the line and explore the Louvre at your own pace.
Skip-the-Line Museum Entry Ticket
This timed-entry ticket reserves your spot within a 30-minute window and grants priority access through the Passage Richelieu entrance, plus a host welcome and orientation upon arrival. Explore the Louvre’s 35,000 works independently at your own pace—iconic pieces like Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory are yours to discover. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before makes this risk-free.
Audio Guide Ticket: Self-Paced Tour
Combine reserved entry with a digital audio guide focused on the Mona Lisa and other masterpieces. A host meets you at the entrance, briefs you on the artworks, and hands over your audio device. You then explore independently, with expert commentary playing at each key work you encounter.
Immersive Louvre Virtual Reality Tour
Explore the Louvre’s evolution across medieval fortress, royal palace, and Belle Époque eras through immersive virtual reality. Led by a licensed guide in an intimate group of 10–12 visitors, this 75-minute VR experience compares the museum’s rich history with its current state, offering perspective unavailable in standard tours.
Specialized Louvre Museum Guided Tours
Private, family, and after-hours tours for a tailored experience.
Louvre Private Guided Tour
A fully private 2–3 hour experience with a dedicated licensed art historian—just you, your party, and your guide. Skip-the-line entry, custom routes tailored to your interests, and complete flexibility on pace mean you focus only on the art that captivates you. Ideal for those wanting exclusivity, personalized expert commentary, and the freedom to linger on your favorite masterpieces.
Louvre Evening Guided Tour
Experience the Louvre after hours on a 2-hour small group night tour, capped at just 6 people, running Wednesday and Friday evenings when the museum stays open until 9:45 PM. You’ll explore must-see masterpieces—Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory—with significantly fewer crowds than daytime visits. A licensed art historian guides you through quieter galleries for an intimate experience.
Family Tour for Kids: Ages 3–12
A 2-hour guided experience designed for children ages 3–12 using storytelling, activity booklets, and interactive treasure hunts. A licensed child-friendly guide leads kids through the Louvre, exploring the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory through age-appropriate games and activities rather than traditional lectures.
Louvre Museum Combo Tickets and Day Trips
Bundle the Louvre with Paris landmarks or a trip from London.
Louvre + Seine River Cruise
This combo bundles reserved-access Louvre entry with a 1-hour sightseeing cruise on the Seine, typically saving 10–25% compared to booking separately. After exploring the Louvre, you’ll cruise past iconic Paris landmarks—Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, Musée d’Orsay, and historic bridges—with multilingual onboard audio commentary. The Louvre entry is time-reserved, and the cruise departs from a central Paris dock. Perfect for combining museum and scenic experience in one day.
Louvre + Eiffel Tower Combo
Bundle reserved entry to two of Paris’s most iconic attractions in one day. Spend 3–4 hours exploring the Louvre’s masterpieces—the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and ancient sculptures—in the morning. Then ascend the Eiffel Tower in the afternoon or evening with views across the city.
Louvre & Musée d’Orsay Combo
This combo bundles timed-entry tickets to both the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay, offering seamless access to two of Paris’s greatest art museums. The Louvre showcases art from antiquity through the mid-19th century, while Musée d’Orsay continues with Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces—making for a complete journey through art history. The two museums are just 10 minutes apart on foot across Pont Royal.
Louvre & Palace of Versailles Combo
This combo bundles timed-entry Louvre tickets with a Palace of Versailles Passport, granting access to the Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, Grand and Petit Trianon, Marie Antoinette’s Estate, and the sprawling Gardens of Versailles. Both tickets are timed and typically used on different days since Versailles is a full-day excursion from Paris.
Louvre + Big Bus Night Tour Combo
Bundle reserved Louvre access with a 2-hour open-top double-decker bus tour of illuminated Paris landmarks. During the day, you explore the Mona Lisa and other famous masterpieces. At night, you ride past the sparkling Eiffel Tower, the beautifully lit Champs-Élysées, Moulin Rouge, and other iconic Parisian sites.
Louvre Day Trip From London
Take a full-day trip to Paris from London and experience the Louvre with reserved access. Your itinerary includes coach or train transport, a guided introduction to the museum’s top artworks, and dedicated time exploring the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory, and Egyptian galleries.
Which Louvre Museum Ticket Should You Choose?
Use this quick comparison to match the ticket type to your travel style.
| Ticket | Best For | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Louvre Highlights With A Guide And Reserved AccessGuided tour, skip-the-line | Visitors wanting expert-guided museum highlights | Book Now |
| Louvre Museum Skip The Line Small Group Guided TourSmall group, skip-the-line | Small groups wanting personalized guided access | Book Now |
| Louvre Museum Skip The Line TicketSkip-the-line, timed entry | Independent visitors wanting fast priority entry | Book Now |
| Paris Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Mona Lisa Audio GuideEntry with audio guide | Self-paced visitors wanting Mona Lisa context | Book Now |
| Tickets For Louvre Museum Guided VR ExperienceVirtual reality experience | Tech lovers wanting immersive art experiences | Book Now |
| Louvre Museum Guided Tour With Mona LisaGuided tour, Mona Lisa focus | Art fans focused on seeing the Mona Lisa | Book Now |
| Night At The Louvre Museum 6 People Max Guided ExplorationEvening tour, max 6 people | Couples or friends wanting an intimate visit | Book Now |
| Paris Louvre Private Family Tour For Kids Reserved EntryPrivate family tour, skip-the-line | Families with kids wanting a fun tour | Book Now |
| Louvre Guided Treasure Hunt For Families And KidsGuided treasure hunt for kids | Families wanting a fun interactive adventure | Book Now |
| Paris Louvre Private Treasure Hunt For Families Or GroupsPrivate treasure hunt experience | Groups or families wanting private exploration | Book Now |
| Paris Skip The Line Louvre Museum And Seine River CruiseMuseum entry plus river cruise | Visitors combining top Paris attractions efficiently | Book Now |
| 1 Day In Paris 1 Museum Cruise Metro Tickets MapMuseum, cruise, and metro pass | First-timers wanting a full Paris day | Book Now |
| From London Lunch At Eiffel Tower Louvre And Notre DameDay trip with Eiffel lunch | London visitors wanting a Paris day trip | Book Now |
| Palace Of Versailles Louvre Museum Small Group Guided TourVersailles and Louvre combo tour | History buffs wanting two iconic landmarks | Book Now |
| Eiffel Tower Louvre Museum Reserved EntryEiffel Tower and Louvre entry | Visitors wanting two top Paris attractions | Book Now |
| Eiffel Tower Guided Tour Louvre Museum Reserved EntryEiffel guided, Louvre entry | Visitors wanting guided Eiffel plus Louvre access | Book Now |
| Musee D Orsay Guided Tour Louvre Museum Reserved EntryOrsay guided, Louvre entry | Art lovers wanting Impressionist and classic masters | Book Now |
| Big Bus Paris: 2-Hour Night Tour + Louvre MuseumNight bus tour plus Louvre | Sightseers wanting Paris by night and art | Book Now |
| Paris Museum PassMulti-museum pass, skip-the-line | Museum lovers visiting multiple Paris attractions | Book Now |
How to Pick the Right Louvre Museum Experience
A few simple ways to decide based on your timing, travel style, and what kind of visit you want.
First Time at the Louvre Museum
- See the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo with a guided highlights tour that covers all the essentials.
- Prefer going solo? Grab an entry ticket with audio guide and explore at your own pace.
- Combine your visit with a Seine cruise using the museum and cruise combo for a full Paris day.
Visiting the Louvre With Kids
- Keep young ones engaged with a guided treasure hunt designed for children.
- Book a private family tour with reserved entry so you skip the queues with little ones.
- For larger families or friend groups, a private group treasure hunt turns the museum into an adventure.
Short on Time at the Louvre
- A small group guided tour gets you past the lines and straight to the masterpieces.
- Try the guided VR experience for an immersive look at the collection without navigating every gallery.
- Pack the Louvre, a cruise, and metro access into one ticket with the 1-day Paris pass.
Want a Unique Louvre Experience
- Explore after dark with the night exploration tour limited to just six people.
- Get expert storytelling in front of each masterpiece on a Mona Lisa guided tour.
- Go beyond the surface with a reserved access highlights tour led by an art historian.
Louvre Museum Pass and Ticket Comparisons
Compare the Paris Museum Pass against standalone Louvre tickets.
Paris Museum Pass Guide
The Paris Museum Pass grants access to over 50 museums and monuments across Paris, including the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Versailles, Arc de Triomphe, Sainte-Chapelle, and many others. Priced at €85 for 2 consecutive days, €105 for 4 days, or €125 for 6 days, the pass typically pays for itself starting with your 3rd or 4th major attraction. A free timed entry slot at the Louvre must be booked separately online.
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Museum Pass vs Louvre Ticket
Choose a standalone Louvre ticket (€22 EEA / €32 non-EEA) if the Louvre is your only major Paris attraction. The Paris Museum Pass (€85 for 2 days, €105 for 4 days) becomes worthwhile when visiting three or more major museums including Musée d’Orsay, Versailles, Sainte-Chapelle, and Arc de Triomphe. Both options require booking a free timed entry slot at the Louvre separately through their official website.
Read More →Louvre Museum Free Entry and Refund Policies
Learn who qualifies for free entry and how cancellations work.
Free Entry Days & Qualifying Groups
The Louvre offers free entry to specific categories of visitors daily: under-18s of any nationality, EEA residents under 26, disabled visitors with one companion, teachers, journalists, and job seekers. Additional free entry is available to all visitors on the first Friday of each month after 6:00 PM (October–March) and on Bastille Day (July 14). If you qualify or plan ahead, free entry saves €20–€25 per ticket. Check eligibility before booking to maximize your savings.
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Ticket Refunds, Changes & Cancellations
Tickets purchased directly from louvre.fr are non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-exchangeable—once booked, your date and time are locked in. Third-party vendors typically offer more flexibility, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before your booked slot, which is simpler for travelers with uncertain plans. If you miss your time slot, entry may be refused regardless of ticket source. Plan ahead and book through third-party sellers for peace of mind.
Read More →Choosing the Best Louvre Museum Tour
Find the right guided tour for your visit style and budget.
Best Louvre Tour for Your Visit
Choosing the right Louvre tour depends on your priorities, budget, and available time. Small group guided tours balance expertise, value, and efficiency—ideal for first-time visitors who want to see highlights without getting lost. Skip-the-line tickets work well if you prefer self-guided exploration and maximum flexibility. For a personalized experience, private tours let you customize the pace, route, and focus entirely on your interests.
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