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Louvre Museum: Guided Tour at Closing Time with Mona Lisa

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Overview

This is the Louvre at its calmest. Late afternoon is the sweet spot for visiting the world's largest art museum, and this small-group, timed-entry tour is built around it. You'll bypass the long ticket lines through a dedicated group entrance, then follow an expert, English-speaking guide on a curated route designed to hit the icons without the chaos.
In just two hours, you'll stand in front of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace, then walk through Greek and Roman antiquities most visitors rush past. Your guide weaves the museum's history together, from medieval fortress to royal palace to public museum, with insider stories about each masterpiece.
With a small group, you'll have the room to see, listen, and ask questions. It's perfect for art lovers, first-time Paris visitors, and anyone who wants the Louvre's highlights without the morning rush.

What's Included

  • Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
  • Curated route through the museum at closing time
  • Fascinating insights and stories about artists
  • Guide tips
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Cour Napoléon et Pyramide du Louvre
75001 Paris, France

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Meet your guide just outside the Louvre and head straight for the dedicated group entrance, bypassing the long lines at the main pyramid. After a quick security check, you'll step inside the world's largest art museum to start your visit. Over the next two hours, you'll follow an expert guide on a curated route in a small group, taking advantage of the late-afternoon hours when the crowds begin to thin.
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Inside, your guide leads you straight to the icons: Leonardo's Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace at the top of a grand staircase, and the armless Venus de Milo in the Greek halls. You'll hear how the building grew from a medieval fortress into a royal palace and finally a public museum, with insider stories about the artists behind each masterpiece. The small group keeps the pace personal, with room to see every work and ask questions you'd never get to in a packed morning crowd. Your visit wraps up at Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss in the Michelangelo Gallery, when late-afternoon light has the museum at its most peaceful.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
  • We recommend booking this tour at least 48 hours in advance, as spots fill quickly.
  • All guests must supply their full name and date of birth matching a valid ID at the time of booking

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Louvre Museum: Guided Tour at Closing Time with Mona Lisa?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
  • Curated route through the museum at closing time
  • Fascinating insights and stories about artists
  • Louvre entry ticket (€32 for non-EEA visitors, €22 for EEA visitors)
  • Skip-the-line group entry into the Louvre
  • Afternoon guided tour of the Louvre's famous artworks and exhibits
  • Expert, English-speaking art historian guide
  • Guide tips

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency
  • We recommend booking this tour at least 48 hours in advance, as spots fill quickly.
  • All guests must supply their full name and date of birth matching a valid ID at the time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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