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The Louvre is a great place to enjoy a day out with your family! Get ready to delve into the history of France like never before and explore the greatest masterpieces of art from ancient times to 1848.

Book your tickets

By reserving your tickets at ticketlouvre.fr, you will cut down on your waiting time when you get to the Pyramid entrance. Entry is free for children and visitors under the age of 26. Arrive a little early

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Come see us in the Studio!

Located on the ground level of the Richelieu wing, the Studio is a space for discovery and creation at the heart of the Louvre. Come enjoy freely accessible activities open to all holders of a museum admission ticket. Please note that these activities are available in French only.

Arrive a little early

It takes 10 minutes to get from the metro to the Pyramid entrance, at the heart of the Louvre. If you have made a booking you will not have to wait long, but allow 15 extra minutes to go to the lockers and toilets before your visit.

Egyptian antiquities or Italian paintings?

The Louvre is very big: the total surface area is about 73,000m²! Some 35,000 works of art are on display, the oldest of which go back more than nine thousand years. Visiting the Louvre can be tiring for children… but also for adults. To make sure your experience is pleasurable, keep it short. Visit the ‘ Discover ’ section to help you decide which rooms to visit. 

Share the magic of the Louvre with your children

What makes your children tick? What are they interested in? Do they have a favourite work of art? Make sure your children know the rules: no touching the art and no running. Feel free to take photographs during your visit, make drawings, imitate sculptures and share your experiences.

Be sure to take a break

There is no eating or drinking allowed in the exhibition rooms, but you can grab a bite to eat under the Pyramid or have a picnic in the Tuileries Garden .

For your comfort

Travel light or use the lockers when you arrive. Equipment is also available for children at the visitor assistance area.

Toilets and changing tables

You will find changing tables in most of the museum’s toilet facilities.

Borrow a pushchair or baby carrier

Borrow a pushchair or frontal baby carrier for free at the visitor assistance area located under the Pyramid.  Self-service multifunctional rolling chairs are also available in the museum rooms.

The Studio – a special area designed with families in mind, located on the ground floor of the Richelieu wing – has a baby space equipped with a bottle warmer, a microwave oven and a nursing chair… everything you need for a moment of peace and quiet with your baby.

Museum audio guide

Explore the Louvre and museum collections with a New Nintendo 3DS audio guide. Two tours designed for families will help you discover museum must-sees and immerse you in the history of the former palace.

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A breath of fresh air

Fancy a picnic or ice cream? Enjoy the Tuileries Garden with your family, where a range of activities, games and events are available for all to enjoy. In summer, garden staff offers tours about the history of the Tuileries Garden.

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Videos and more to explore the collections

Stories, seasonal tales and more to be enjoyed by children aged 7-11 at home and at the museum available on the Louvre Kids app.

Gallery of works

Tales about the museum's masterpieces

Seasonal tales

Join us for a storytime session in the museum

Stories of the Louvre

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Louvre Museum Tour for Kids

• You're a detective, solving mysteries and uncovering secrets hidden in the Louvre. Don't just look; touch, sketch, and create your own masterpieces inspired by the great artists.
• Looking to book this tour during the Olympic Games? Check back in with us in early 2024 when Paris venues announce their summer availability.

• You want to turn the Louvre into a secret mission of art exploration. Crack secret codes hidden within iconic paintings, unravel the mysteries of ancient Egypt like a real archaeologist, and get to know Mona Lisa's enigmatic smile.
• You can imagine you and your child as time travelers , meeting majestic kings and queens and mythical heroes in the halls of the iconic Louvre.
• You have a burgeoning artist in the family who would relish the opportunity to sketch like the masters and create their own masterpieces inspired by the greats.
• Louvre Museum - A treasure trove of stories and spectacles, the Louvre with kids becomes a playground of history and mystery, igniting young imaginations at every turn.
• There will be a break in the tour to stop and use bathroom facilities as well as opportunities to stop and rest along the way if needed. 
• Strollers are allowed in the museum, but it might be easier to navigate crowded areas with a baby carrier.
• Please communicate any mobility needs or concerns with our team at the time of booking. 
• We suggest that families book the 9:30 AM slot for their visit, as it's an optimal time to experience the museum in a more peaceful setting. Weekday mornings are generally quieter, offering a more relaxed atmosphere to enjoy the exhibits.
• Includes skip-the-line tickets to  the Louvre, for your whole family 
• Note: Our skip-the-line tickets will get us to a special lane where our group will have to stand in line due to security and crowd control measures.
• Depending on your group size, we may be required by the venue to order headsets, in which case you’ll see a “Headset Fee” added to your order. 
• Introduce your child to some of the artworks they will see. Picture books and online resources about art can be helpful. The Louvre's official website provides materials here for families.
• Explain what behavior is expected in a museum—speaking quietly, not touching the art, and walking instead of running.
• If you are looking to learn more about Paris prior to a visit, check out our online lectures and audio guides here
• Looking for ideas about more things to do in Paris with Kids? Check out our Context Stories .
• And here's our guide on How to Have a Great Visit to the Louvre . 
• The Louvre is committed to being accessible to all visitors. The majority of the museum's galleries and exhibits are wheelchair accessible.
• There are multiple entrances to the Louvre, but the most accessible entrance is through the Pyramid and the Carrousel du Louvre, which both have elevators.
• Wheelchair rental is available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. You can ask for one at the information desk located under the Pyramid.
• Most restrooms in the Louvre are equipped for wheelchair access.
• Some areas of the Louvre, especially in the older sections, may have limitations due to architectural constraints. It is best to check with the museum's accessibility guide or contact them directly for detailed information on these areas.
• You can check the Louvre’s official website for the most updated information on accessibility and services to ensure a hassle-free experience: Louvre Accessibility .
• Service dogs are allowed in the Louvre to assist visitors with disabilities, provided that they are wearing a harness and kept on a leash.
• Guests may be asked to show a medical certificate or other proof that the dog is required for their visit.
• Please let us know if your family will be traveling with a service animal, so we can offer additional advice. 

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ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PARIS LOUVRE FOR KIDS

INSIDE: Curious about the Louvre for children? Take a look at our EPIC Guide to the Louvre for kids, including what we believe is the best time to visit the Louvre with kids. 

Researching a possible trip to the Louvre for kids on your next Paris family vacation?

The Louvre in Paris is one of those bucket list adventures for many of us, but if you are travelling Paris with kids, it’s hard to know what to do.

There are so many questions when you are trying to decide IF you should you visit the Louvre museum with kids, or not?

Parents ask:

• Will there be stuff for the kids to see at the Louvre museum, or will it be over their heads?
• Will it be too crowded?
• Will they be able to see anything?
• Will they be interested in the paintings, masterpieces & sculptures in the Louvre?
• What age is too young?
• Should you take a toddler to the Louvre?
• What is the best time to visit the Louvre with kids?
• What is the best day to visit the Louvre?
• When are the Louvre quiet times?

Someone once asked us if the kids would see dead bodies?

True story.

There’s all kinds of questions when it comes to visiting the Louvre museum in Paris with kids!

Let’s see if we can answer some of them in our EPIC GUIDE TO THE LOUVRE WITH KIDS.

Take a look below.

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Top Tips on the Louvre for Kids 

Yes, exploring the Louvre with kids IS possible, despite the crowds, and yes, it can be good fun.

But there’s a caveat.

It’s a great day out, as long as you don’t plan on staying too long, or maxing out the kid’s patience in what is the world’s largest AND most visited museum .

Do reward your kid’s patience and good behaviour by breaking for a homemade croque monsieur.

This is France’s answer to grilled cheese.

Be sure to follow that with a sweet macaron or two at one of the local cafes or restaurants in Paris nearby.

A treat is always a good bribe!

If you are an art lover, we recommend returning without kids at some point too!

• Book your (Timed Entry) Skip the Line Louvre Museum tickets here.
• Book your Skip the Line Louvre Museum tickets with an audio guide and detailed map included here. 

Image credit: Andy Rusch via Flickr CC BY-2.0

First up: The Best Time to Visit the Louvre with Kids?

Before we begin: Take advantage of the Louvre’s evening hours on Wednesdays and Fridays until 9:45 p.m and take the kids in the early evening  when the crowds are less boisterous.

This is our pick of the BEST TIME to visit the Louvre with kids. 

The other best time to visit the Louvre with kids is midweek, early afternoon, when the late-eater crowds disperse for a belated lunch.

Or, you could try to be in line right at opening if you only have a couple of hours, and can be out before the crowds thicken around mid morning.

Mid-morning entrances to the Louvre museum are best avoided with kids if you want to give them a chance to get up close and personal with the Louvre paintings and Louvre statues.

Image credit: Marcus Meissner via Flickr CC BY-2.0

Book a Louvre Family Tour

Our tip is book a Louvre kids tour, one with activities. 

And go with the experts who know how to navigate around the crowds.

Our hot tip: This is our most popular recommendation: a family friendly tour of the Louvre with Get Your Guide. 

Skip the Line Family Tour of the Louvre for Kids

On this tour above, kids see (and hear):

• Venus de Milo and stories of Greek mythology
• the much-adored Winged Victory of Samothrace
• learn about a variety of the antique statues
• the MONA LISA, along with stories about her intriguing smile and what it means

Plus, at the end of the guided tour, you are free to wander the Louvre museum until the kids have truly had enough!

Take a look at the full tour inclusions here. 

Or, Book a Private Family Tour at the Louvre Museum

It’s also possible to book a private family tour , meaning you don’t have to worry about keeping up with the group, and can cut it short if the kids or toddlers get restless.

The guides who run these two-hour-long private Louvre tours for kids are very experienced with kids of ALL ages.

Guides have tricks up their sleeve (games, puzzles, quizzes) to make sure everyone is engaged and having fun as the whole family explores the history of art.

It’s definitely another good option if you want to visit the Louvre with kids.

Hot tip: Stop by the Aire de Jeux playground near the Louvre after your visit so the kids can run off steam!

Image credit: Ernest McGray Jr via Flickr CC BY-SA 2.0

Our Hot Tips for Visiting the Louvre Kids Style!

There’s three reasons to head to the Louvre with kids in tow.

• Louvre Paintings
• Louvre Statues
• Louvre Sculptures

Here’s a list of the best things to see at the Louvre with kids.

Image credit: David Stanley via Flickr CC BY-2.0

Tip No.1: Find the Best Kid Friendly Louvre Exhibits

Visiting the Louvre with Kids?

Unless you are on a mission to how much is possible to see in the Louvre Museum Paris in one day, we recommend you stick with the Highlights of the Louvre if you have the kids in tow.

Take a look below for our Louvre tips and ideas.

Without doubt, the main reason most people plan on visiting the Louvre museum is to see Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.

People from all walks of life, and every country in the world, come to Paris to catch a glimpse of the world famous painting.

Fun fact: Did you know that Henri Loyrette, former director of the Louvre, said that 80% of visitors go for the Mona Lisa & then LEAVE!

(Don’t do that.)

Mona Lisa is now housed behind bullet proof glass in its own climate-controlled room.

Image credit: Jastrow via Wikimedia Public domain

Venus de Milo Louvre

The Venus de Milo with her missing arms, along with the Mona Lisa and Michelangelo’s David, are arguably the most recognised pieces of art in the world.

The Venus de Milo sculpture is over 2,000 years old.

She is one of the most iconic representations of classical female beauty still in existence.

The Louvre Pyramid

The Louvre Pyramid was built in the 1980s as the main entrance to the Louvre Museum by Chinese American architect I.M. Pei, but not without controversy.

Nowadays, the modern glass structure has become a landmark in its own right, although it is MUCH smaller in real life than what we expected!

It’s surprisingly small in fact, and is also surrounded by three more unassuming tiny pyramids too!

Image credit: Rijin S via Wikimedia Commons

Winged Victory of Samothrace (190 BC, Ancient Greece )

The Winged Goddess of Nike has pride of place over the Louvre’s Daru stairs as though she is on guard at the bow of a ship.

Another very, very old Greek work of art.

Image credit: Louvre Museum CC BY-SA  

Great Sphinx of Tanis (Old Kingdom, 2600 BC, Old Kingdom)

This sphinx was excavated in 1825 from among the ruins of the Temple of Amun at Tanis.

It remains one of the largest sphinxes on display outside of Egypt.

Image credit: Louvre Museum (Public domain)

The French Crown Jewels (Department of Decorative Arts)

Little Princesses, Princes, and Disney Frozen Fans will be awed (and thrilled) by the jewel-embellished Coronation Crowns in the Department of Decorative Arts.

These custom-made crowns reflect the wealth and power bestowed upon the French kings at the time.

Image credit: Alan Light via Flickr CC BY-2.0

Tip No.2: What to see at the Louvre in 2 Hours?

Check out the Louvre Floor Plan PDF before you go.

This gives you a good idea of what is where, so you can plan your entrance, and your Louvre route.

If the Mona Lisa is on your list, head straight to the Denon Wing, Level 1 for the Paintings/Italy exhibition.

If you are asking the question, “If I only have two hours to spend in the Louvre what should I see?”, here’s a little secret! 

The Louvre has already mapped out a number of routes you can take.

On this tool, you can choose:

• the time frame you have (eg 1 hour, 2 hours, 3 hours, all day?)
• your audience (eg family, children, adults only, disability?)
• the day of your visit
• your chosen theme (Egyptian,

Click here to map your own route. .

Be patient when using this tool.

Not every route will work every day, nor for your audience type.

Click around a few times before you give up.

The route will show underneath, and will list a suggested itinerary in bullet points.

Image credit: Chris Waits via Wiki Commons CC BY-2.0

Tip No.3: Wondering what to see in the Louvre that’s specifically for kids?

Here’s a few tips.

Tactile Gallery at the Louvre

• The Tactile Gallery is the only place in the museum where visitors are encouraged to touch .
• The gallery features plaster or resin casts of the original sculptures on display at the Louvre.

Thematic Trails for Kids at the Louvre

When visiting the Louvre Museum in Paris, you can also request one of their thematic trails for kids at the service desk.

DIY Sketching 

If the kids are a bit older, they can always take their own pencils and drawing pads, and sketch as they go.

See below for more family activities in the Louvre. 

Image credit: Dustin Gaffke via Wikimedia Commons CC BY-2.0

Tip No.4: Louvre Museum Kids Tours and Activities

The Petite Galerie is a permanent exhibition space in the heart of the museum, open to all, but that is designed with families and children in mind.

If you have children over 8, you might like to take advantage of the Family Tour .

• This runs in the Little Gallery (Petite Gallery)   from 3.00pm – 4.30pm every Saturday and Sunday.
• This ‘tour’ encompasses walking, running and dancing to help children to discover the representations of the body in motion.

There’s also new interactive fun for 6-8 year olds where they investigate the scenario where a painting has disappeared!

Children question witnesses and suspects and interpret their attitudes and expressions to disentangle the false from the true! A journey-investigation in the heart of the collections of paintings.

Prices start from € 6.00

Image credit: Naturehead via Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 3.0

Tip No.5: Hire an Audio Guide or Download the Louvre App onto your Phone

Louvre audio guide.

Families can also hire an audioguide on a Nintendo 3DS ™ XL – this guide is led by curators and speakers who guide you through the museum at your own pace, so you can make stops or detours when you need to!

There’s three possible ways to use the Audio Guide:

• You do not know the museum and want to be guided , choose the course “masterpieces” that will take you from the Venus de Milo to the Mona Lisa through the most beautiful spaces of the palace.
• You do not want to miss anything of the musts of the museum, we have selected them for you and put forward on our interactive plan.
• You want to wander as you please , more than 700 comments of works and rooms are at your disposal. And do not be afraid to get lost, thanks to a new interactive plan deployed on the double screen of the DS, you will be located and guided step by step in the museum.

The audioguide is available  in 7 languages:

• German, and

Pay for one of these at the cash desk, or the vending machine under the Pyramid then take the voucher to the distribution counter, where you will be given the Nintendo once you’ve given them proof of ID.  

For more information, click here .

Full hire price: 5 €

Preorder your Audio Guide here.

Image credit: Smerikal via Flickr CC BY-SA 2.0

You can also download their new personalised tour, My Visit to the Louvre, onto your phone.

If you do this, you can keep a record of your wanderings during your visit.

Download our new App “ My Visit to the Louvre, ” from home or at the museum, and create your very own, made-to-measure tour.

(Get it from the App store or Googleplay) 

Tip Six: Plan your visit before your Louvre entrance

Plan your visit and you might time it right to enjoy one of the many family-friendly activities on offer:

• visit the cinema for young audiences and watch a montage of films and short sequences on the artist’s studio in the cinema of yesteryear
• or, enjoy a concert for families at the Louvre auditorium.

There’s also:

• fun drawing and painting activities
• storytelling

Plus opportunities to play with science equipment such as globes, astrolabes or compasses as a scientific apprentice!

Workshops include:

“ What if the paintings were animated ?”

• Kids capture a movement, draw it and then create its flip-book – a small booklet animated pocket.

“ Discover a painting ” 

• Kids can choose a character in motion, make it evolve and then photograph it to create its own animated GIF.

Fun Facts about the Louvre for Kids

With thanks to Just Fun Facts .

Looking for Le Louvre Facts before you go to set the mood and anticipation? 

Here’s a few for starters.

How many artworks are there at the Louvre? 

Did you know there’s over 35,000 objects on display out of a collection of 380,000?

The collection is divided among eight curatorial departments:

• 1. Near Eastern Oriental Antiquities
• 2. The Department of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities
• 3. Egyptian Antiquities
• 4. The Department of Paintings
• 5. The Department of Graphic Arts featuring Prints and Drawings
• 6. The Department of Decorative Arts (Objects of Art)
• 7. The Department of Sculptures, and
• 8. The Department of Islamic Art.

With over 7,500 artworks, the Paintings Department is probably the most loved part of the museum.

How many people visit the Louvre each day? 

Today the Louvre Museum is the world’s most visited museum.

On average, around 15,000 people visit each day.

65 percent of these Louvre visitors are foreign tourists.

How long would it take to see everything at the Louvre?

It would take 100 days to see everything in the Louvre if you looked at each item for 30 seconds, all day without a break.

What does the Louvre mean? 

The Louvre is simply the name of one of the world’s most famous museums and is located in Paris, France.

There is no other meaning. 

The Louvre is currently a museum but used to be a palace.

Image credit: Denis McLaughlin via Flickr CC BY-SA 2.0

More Le Louvre Facts

Did you know that the louvre is not limited to the walls of the palace.

The gardens of the Carrousel and Tuileries, the Eugène-Delacroix museum and the gypsothèque in Versailles are also attached to it and await your visit.

When was the Louvre built?

The Louvre was built shortly after 1190 by King Philippe Auguste.

Originally a simple defensive fortress, the Louvre has long been one of the principal residences of the kings of France.

Becoming a museum in 1793 , it presents more than 73,000 m² of Western art from the Middle Ages to 1848, as well as ancient civilizations that preceded and influenced it.

Image credit: Louvre Museum (CC0 public domain) 

What is the oldest piece of art in the Louvre? 

About 35,000 works of art are exhibited.

The oldest statue dates back more than seven thousand years.

The Statue of Aïn Ghazal was “modelled by hand on a skeleton frame of braided fiber ropes” so it stands. 

When was the Louvre Pyramid built?

The Louvre glass pyramid was built in the 1980s as the main entrance to the Louvre Museum.

The modern glass structure is the most recognisable feature of the Louvre today.

Image credit: Olivier Bruchez via Flickr CC BY-SA 2.0

Become a Member

If you are staying in Paris for any length of time, become a Member of the Louvre.

Opt for the Family option of the Friends of the Louvre when you subscribe to the Louvre and you’ll enjoy one year of privileges for 1 to 2 adults, and up to 3 children, with Option Famille:

• A privileged and unlimited access to the collections,
• Reductions for the workshops,
• Free access to the young audience programming of the Auditorium, and
• 3 months subscription to Le Petit Léonard magazine

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The Louvre Shop

Located in the alley of the Grand Louvre, there’s a new bookshop/gift shop at the Louvre museum.

Beautifully curated, the Louvre museum shop has a wide range of products derived from the collections and exhibitions of the museum.

• Gifts, Homewares, Glassware, Ornaments
• Prints, Calendars, Posters
• Reproductions of works

On the first floor, you will discover an impressive art bookstore, and an area entirely dedicated to the children and young people.

Museum shops in Paris are FULL of unexpected and handmade treasures and you’ll find some of the BEST Paris souvenirs in them.

Do not leave without a quick look inside.

Image credit: Joe deSousa via Flickr Public domain

There are 15 cafés, restaurants and outlets throughout the Louvre , including the Cafe Marly restaurant pictured above.

Dine-in and takeaway eating establishments can be found:

• in the Louvre Museum
• the Carrousel Garden and
• the Tuileries Garden.

Find a list of budget-friendly cafes at the Louvre here.

(Be sure to click both the cafe, and restaurant tabs to see the full list)

Our tip for budget travel in Paris, would be to pick up freshly-baked sweet treats, pastries, and sandwiches from Paul’s Kiosk in the garden.

It’s the ideal spot for families to eat, with  the museum and the Louvre Pyramid in view.

We also suggest planning your visit to include snack breaks.

There are plenty of places and spaces to eat around the Museum.

THE INSIDE SCOOP: Best Time to Visit the Louvre Paris

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Where is the Louvre? The Louvre adddress is Musée du Louvre, 75058 Paris – France Telephone:  + 33 (0) 1 40 20 53 17 Website: Click here

Le Louvre Museum Hours 2020:

• Monday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Tuesday: Closed
• Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
• Thursday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (until 9:45 p.m. the first Saturday of each month – Richelieu wing by prior reservation)
• Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Guides begin to close the rooms from 5.30 p.m. or 9.30 p.m. on night days.

The Louvre is closed on the following public holidays:

• May 1 Labor Day
• December 25 (Christmas Day)

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Louvre Admission – The Louvre Prices

• The Louvre ticket price for tickets purchased on site cost 15 euros per adult**(subject to change), however it is highly recommended you buy online in advance to guarantee entry as crowds are growing. 
• Check the crowd calendar for the Louvre on this app
• Entry is free for children under 18, with proof of age.

Buy Louvre Tickets Online via this link below:

• Tickets are valid on the same day, for the Louvre museum (permanent collections and temporary exhibitions) and the Eugène-Delacroix museum.
• The Louvre cost online via the Louvre website is 17 euros per person.

What can I see with the Louvre ticket  ?

In addition to the collections of the Louvre Museum, the ticket gives access to temporary exhibitions the same day and for 48 hours at the Musée Eugène-Delacroix.

Can we visit the Louvre museum for free?

Yes! The Louvre is free on one regular day every month. 

From January 2019, the Louvre is open for free to all visitors, the first Saturday of each month from 6 p.m. until closing at 9.45 p.m. 

The Louvre museum is FREE for everyone  on July 14.

All young people under 18 enter for free all year round.

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How to get to the Louvre

Follow these Louvre directions.

By Metro: Lines 1 & 7 (Station: Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre); Line 14 (Station: Pyramid)

By Bus:   21, 24, 27, 39, 48, 68, 69, 72, 81, 95 & Open Top (Bus Stop is in front of the Pyramid)

Velib bicycled hire stations near the museum: n ° 1015: 2 place A. Malraux n ° 1023: 165 Saint-Honoré street n ° 1014: 5 rue de l’Echelle n ° 1013: 186 rue Saint-Honoré

By car:  an underground car park is accessible by Avenue du Général-Lemonnier every day from 7 am to 11 pm.

By Batobus:  “Louvre” stop, François-Mitterrand platform

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Skip the Line Louvre Museum

Enter the museum in less than 30 minutes  by purchasing your ticket online direct from the Louvre  here.  

When you arrive, join the Orange Line for direct entry.

Alternative entry to the Louvre

Entrances at the Carrousel du Louvre from the Métro station or at Passage Richelieu off Rue de Rivoli avoid the long lines.

You can buy tickets in advance, but you must pick them up in person at a different location.

More information here .

Paris Museum Pass

The Paris Museum Pass  includes the Louvre and offers savings for tourists who want to explore several museums during a two-day, three-day, or six-day stay in Paris.

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Buy Tickets to the Louvre on the day

If you are buying your ticket on the day, the main entrance and ticket office is at the Pyramid du Louvre.

Join the green line to queue for buying tickets.

We strongly advise buying tickets in advance to avoid this if you are travelling with kids! 

Hot tip: You may try the blue line to purchase tickets if you have a stroller with you, or are pregnant.

Facilities at the Louvre in Paris

Toilets:  Yes, including baby change tables. Ask a staff member for directions. Disability access: Yes. You can hire wheelchairs free of charge if necessary. Closest ATM: On site. Closest playground:  Aire de jeux playground, in the Jardin des Tuileries Picnic tables: Yes, at cafes and outdoors Water Bubblers/fountains: Yes, outdoors Scooters and Bikes:  No Dogs : No

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Hot tips for Visiting the Louvre

Free strollers at the louvre & wheelchairs too.

• The Louvre has strollers, baby carriers and wheelchairs to borrow, free of charge to visitors who have difficulty moving around the museum. 
• Speak to the receptionists in the reception area under the Pyramid. 
• The loan is made in exchange for a piece of identification.
• All material borrowed from the museum can not leave the premises of the institution.

Free Wifi at the Louvre

• The Louvre has Free WIFI. 

A network “Louvre_Wifi_Gratuit” is available under the pyramid and in the museum. 

Once connected, you get one hour of free Wifi, renewable without limitation.

Where to stay in Paris near the Louvre?

We stayed at the Novotel Paris les Halles and we highly recommend it.  

Read our review.

This Paris hotel is only a short 9 min walk to the Louvre, and there’s a very cool space-age playground about a minute away.

The Eiffel Tower is just 30 minutes from the hotel on the RER too.

(We booked a Skip the Line tour of the Eiffel Tower with Get your Guide, so when we got there the kids and I didn’t have to queue)

If you are visiting Paris with children, book a stay at the Novotel Paris les Halles.

Check latest prices here .

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The best way to visit the Louvre with kids!

Every family wants to visit the Louvre! It is the biggest museum in the world and the only place where you can see so many famous pieces of art while wandering through a more than 700 years old Palace built by Kings. It’s so huge and impressive that sometimes it can even be a little intimidating to some families.

Our Adventure in The Louvre tour was specifically designed to make visiting the Louvre fun and engaging for the whole family. This tour is a treasure hunt with challenges to do and clues to follow that will lead you from one chef-d'oeuvre to another. From Mona Lisa to the Venus de Milos and from Liberty Leading the People to Winged Victory you’ll see all of the greatest works of art in the Louvre and have fun doing it.

Our guides know how to capture and keep your kids attention as they truly enjoy sharing the Louvre with families! There are no dry facts or boring lectures on this tour. At every stop the information we share is interesting for the whole family. The tour itself usually lasts about 2.5hrs long depending on your ability to answer questions on the spot and figure out the clues to the next stop.

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Louvre Treasure Hunt – Kids Tour

Why you shouldn't miss it .

• Kids will have fun solving a mystery at the famous Louvre Palace!
• A private Louvre Family Tour that suits all ages.
• With our awesome activity booklets, your children will be hooked on art!

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You’ve probably heard a million times that the Louvre is huge. It is the second largest museum in the world (after the Hermitage in St. Petersburg). To visit the whole museum, you would need 4 whole days and not spend more than 10 seconds in front of each work of art! Okay, okay. But is that going to sell it to your children? They are so small and the museum is so gigantic! The Louvre can be a fabulous place for children when you hold the key to their curiosity! That’s why we have planned a very creative and fun Louvre for Kids tour to engage them.

Thanks to our kid-friendly art experts , your family will be able to admire the most famous pieces of art: Venus of Milo, Victory of Samothrace and of course Mona Lisa are among our itinerary.

At first, your guide will give your kids an activity booklet, tailor-made by age range (from 3 to 6 or 7 to 12 years old). They will follow the same course, but with adapted challenges. Actors of their tour, they will see and discuss works of art in a relaxed atmosphere ‑ with drawing or coloring activities for the younger ones.

A Louvre for Kids tour designed to be fun and informative at the same time!

In every step of their progress in solving the enigma, their observational skills will help them advance! With each answer, they will win a clue written on a card . Once the whole set of cards has been collected, all the clues put together will lead them to solve the puzzle !

But this Louvre for Kids tour is not only focused on your children! Everyone in your family will see the main masterpieces of the museum and will learn a ton from your “Mary Poppins” guide’s knowledge. We guarantee a great recipe for a successful family experience!

And if you have already visited the Louvre Museum, check out our Orsay Kids tour if you’re looking for other awesome activities in Paris made for kids and families!

Important Remark: The Louvre is closed every Tuesday and therefore this tour cannot be booked on that day.

From what age is this Louvre for Kids tour interesting for children?

Your dear children should be at least 3 years old for the best experience. But your whole family is welcome and as it is a private activity, we can totally adapt this Louvre for Kids tour!

Is there any interest for teens and adults in this tour?

May i keep my stroller as we have a baby/toddler.

As long as it is not a jogging stroller, you can bring your stroller, and can even borrow one at the Louvre if you don’t have yours with you.

Can we still do this Louvre kids tour if we have more than 6 people?

Just advise our superhero squad in your request form about the number of people in your party, as well as their category (adult or child), so we’ll be able to tell you about the extra fee per additional person to book this Louvre treasure hunt.

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• Should the cancellation occur more than 7 days before the beginning of the Activity, we will refund you the full amount of the Reservation, Except for the tours with tickets, on which we retain 20% to cover their reservation cost, and except the Eiffel Tower and Versailles activities (see below for more details).
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Louvre Quest: For Families with Teens

Tour details.

€520 for families of 6 or fewer. Includes Louvre tickets.

6 Person Max

For kids ages 13+. Please have names—and ages for all under 18 guests—ready at checkout.

Due to the Louvre's strict regulations, we are unable to accommodate parties of more than 6 people with a single guide. If you're a larger group, contact us. We'll do our best to arrange parallel tours.

Métro: Palais Royal/Musée du Louvre (1/7)

Availability

Available every day except Tuesdays, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Late-night opening on Fridays, 9:30 am to 6 pm

Tour Description

This Louvre tour is a series of quests—for power, immortality, movement and love. You’ll explore four great civilizations (Ancient Near East, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Modern Europe) and discover the driving forces behind their imposing palaces, secret tombs, and enduring symbols. We’ll approach them not like museum artifacts, but as living evidence of universal human adventures. Along the way, you’ll meet mighty kings, crafty goddesses, and mysterious soothsayers, each with their own captivating stories to tell.

Quest is an entirely new way to experience the Louvre. It is an interactive game designed to test your mettle and sharpen your skills. In each civilization, you’ll take on a series of challenges, introduced by an archetypal character from that era. Each challenge must be completed before you can move on to the next stage of your quest. As players progress, they earn a series of cards, featuring masterworks examined in depth on your tour. As in any great heroic adventure, you’ll rely on the wisdom and experience of a mentor: your personal Paris Muse educator, who will guide you on each stage of your journey.

Reserve today, and become the hero of your own quest for adventure at the Louvre.   

Your guide will bring your timed and dated tickets, and your family will use a priority access line to enter the museum.  There will be a wait for the required security screening, however.

Our cancellation and change policies are  here .

Tour Teaser: Why is Mona Lisa such a  celebrity ?

Accessibility

Our guides are trained to lead wheelchair-accessible tours that use the Louvre’s many ramps and elevators.

We can assist you in borrowing a free wheelchair on site, with your ID. We recommend this to visitors with limited mobility, since navigating the Louvre can be physically demanding. Please specify your mobility needs when booking online.

Children in strollers are welcome at the Louvre. Strollers larger than 55cm x 35cm x 20cm when folded cannot be checked during your visit. Frontal baby carriers and slings are allowed, but back carriers with metal frames are not.

Tour Highlights

Hey mum— Louvre Quest was Just the Best

Usually when I take my kids to a museum after a short while the whines emerge – “Can we go now? This is boring.” The Paris Muse Louvre Quest had my kids racing the halls. With bite sized chunks and a storyline to rival a Hollywood movie, the littles were constantly intrigued. From Egyptian kings and the deception of their arch enemies to tales of jealousy with the most beautiful girl in the world, this tour gives museum visits a complete makeover.

Kristina Foster Sydney, Australia

Quest Guide was Wonderful

Louvre Quest was recommended to us by a friend, and we certainly strongly recommend it as well. Communication from the office was excellent and when I asked for a wheelchair, they were quick to reply with “no problem.” Our tour guide Mallory was wonderful and the tour was excellent thanks to her guidance and good humour. She went above and beyond to make our Louvre experience one we will never forget. If we ever get back to the Louvre (and I hope we do), we will definitely use Paris Muses services again.

Maggie Reeves Orinda, Californ

Immediately Engaged by Quest

Our Louvre Quest tour was the highlight of our family trip to Paris! We wanted to be sure our two teenagers had a positive experience visiting the museum so we thought we would take advantage of an expert guide who caters to this age group. Laura was that and so much more! Both our son & daughter were immediately engaged in the tour and were captivated by the interactive Quest challenges. The educational materials and souvenir cards were top-notch and made for lasting keepsakes. Laura really made the museum come to life for both the kids as well as Mom & Dad! We spoke of both Laura and the tour highlights though out the remainder of our trip. THANK YOU Paris Muse!

Meade Family Melrose, MA

Guides Who Lead This Tour

Amanda Herold-Marme

Beate Von Der Seipen

Belen Roncoroni

Charlotte King

Charlotte Wilkins

Lauren Jimerson

Giulia Del Fabbro

Julien Savadoux

Jessica Davies

Karen Ralph

Karine Friedberger

Kotryna Strelciunaite

Madeline Díaz

Tetiana Lebouille

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Louvre Family Tour

265  €

DURATION: 2 hours

MEETING POINT: Equestrian statue of Louis XIV outside the Louvre glass pyramid

NOT INCLUDED: Admission tickets, free for children under 18

3 REASONS TO BOOK:

• Discover the major masterpieces in the world’s greatest museum during a friendly family visit
• Give your kids an opportunity to learn about art and art history in an entertaining way
• Have fun participating with your kids in solving a museum quiz

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• Reviews (15)

Many parents would love to bring their children to the Louvre, but are not sure that they would appreciate it. Sometimes museums tours seem too boring and art history is probably not the most passionate subject for children. However, this museum tour will be an entertaining adventure full of quizzes to be solved. Both children and adults can participate in this game while discovering some of the greatest masterpieces in the Louvre: Ancient Greek and Roman art, Ancient Egyptian civilization, the Italian Renaissance and, of course, the famous “Mona Lisa” by Leonardo da Vinci. As a result, during this tour, both children and their parents will have fun. Believe it or not, adults are often just as passionate about the game as their children.

15 reviews for Louvre Family Tour

William Mcgrath – July 16, 2023

Oxana is the best museum guide we have ever had. She is informative and thoughtfully efficient. She manages a visit to the Louvre very well–she covers all of the major sites in depth without appearing to rush. Oxana is always our go-to guide when we bring relatives and friends to Paris.

Marina Gupta – July 7, 2023

Oxana was full of interesting historical stories , we really enjoyed the tour , our teenagers learned a lot in the Louvre ! I would recommend Oxana with pleasure

Katita Palamar – July 2, 2023

Oxana was a great guide for our kids in the Louvre (ages 10, 12, 12). We were tired but she kept them engaged with her quizzes. We saw the “highlights” and learned about the history of the building and about the ancient Greeks and Romans. I definitely recommend for a family tour, particularly with younger children.

Michelle Mohammad – June 24, 2023

Oxana was wonderful, very informative, was able to answer all our questions and was very warmand welcoming.

Daniel Nadolny – April 6, 2023

Oxana was wonderful and knowledgeable! She kept things interesting and engaging for our 6 year-old and was a wealth of knowledge for any questions we had. Highly skilled and highly recommended.

MELIDA PEREZ – December 28, 2022

Oxana was super fast with communications which put me at ease. She was on time and made our trip to the Louvre so much more enjoyable.

VICTORIA BLANSHTEYN – December 26, 2022

The Louvre could be daunting. Oxana has a vast knowledge and makes it fun and educational for kids.

JEFF BRUNELLE – July 6, 2022

The Louvre can be daunting, especially with young kids in tow. Oxana makes it manageable and fun, and clearly has vast knowledge of the relevant history. She communicates very well with kids.

NATALIE LONTCHAR – July 3, 2022

So hard to condense all that is in the Louvre to 2 hours but Oxana did an amazing job of giving us the highlights! Our two tweens had not been before and wanted to keep them interested and that definitely worked. They have been talking about what they saw that day and really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend using her for a tour particularly if you have kids. It is just the right amount of time. She really was great.

KRISTINE JARVI – April 14, 2022

Oxana provided our family with an excellent tour of the Lourve. The tour was age appropriate (children aged 8 to 15) and engaged us all. We very much enjoyed the tour.

WILLIAM MCGRATH – March 24, 2022

Oxana was punctual and her English was excellent. Oxana was congenial, but incredibly efficient. She followed a thoughtful plan to assure that we would see all of items that were the must-sees for most first-time visitors. Oxana was sensitives to the diverse needs of our group members. We booked Oxana because of her background in fine arts. That proved to be a good choice. She made the Louvre come alive and provided excellent context about the Louvre and its treasures.

TripAdvisor user – August 18, 2019

For large museums we have found it’s best to get a tour guide that focuses on the kids. Oxana did not disappoint! She guided us through the museum like she was telling a story and had a few “quizzes” to solve. We saw terrific highlights of the museum and the kids really enjoyed it. Highly recommend!

TripAdvisor user – July 5, 2019

At the last minute I was inspired to book a private Louvre tour, and Oxana’s info came up readily on a google search. True to her website advice, she responded quickly. Her booking info was pertinent and helpful. I am embarrassed that we had an extremely jet lagged crew of 2 adults and 3 kids (14, 12, and 9) but Oxana stayed completely upbeat and undeterred despite my kids’ cringey eye rolls and nodding off. Oxana got us to less crowded entrances, empty bathrooms and plenty of advice on what options we had. I would love to book Oxana for any tour when we return to Paris. She is a gem!

TripAdvisor user – March 20, 2019

We had a great 2 hour tour of the Louvre. I learned a lot as did my partner and children. The youngest child(10) wasn’t thrilled but it maintained her attention and she learned a bit about art. I wanted my kids to have a learning experience rather than a ‘look and see’ and that’s exactly what we got!

TripAdvisor user – August 13, 2018

We visited the Louvre on one of the busiest days of the year, a Monday (when other museums are closed) in mid August, but Oxana managed to keep the attention of our 10 and 12 (English speaking) year old for a 2 hour+ tour in the very hot museum. Her quiz questions for the kids were fun for us adults too. Oxana is very easy going and having someone like her guiding you through the Louvre allowed our family to focus on the wealth the Louvre has to offer. Highly recommended!

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How to visit the Louvre with kids

The Louvre in Paris is the world’s largest art museum, so big in fact it would be impossible to see all 380,000 pieces the museum exhibits in one day.  Now here’s the scenario. Two kids in tow. Targeting the right pieces with a strategy to navigate the Louvre. And all before the dreaded onset of boredom. A daunting prospect for any parent.

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Visiting the Louvre with kids

Watch my highlights video below of the family scavenger hunt around the Louvre.

What to see at the Louvre?

With around nine to ten million visitors a year, the Louvre museum also takes the crown as the most popular museum in the world. It’s home to some of the most famous artworks and sculptures – Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace and of course the Mona Lisa, plus some phenomenal artefacts from the Egyptian and Greek epoch. When you have young impressionable minds to nourish, missing out on these would be a pity.

Something to bear in mind are the signs on the Louvre paintings are obviously all in French. Not a problem for those fluent in French of course, but I hate not being able to answer a ‘What’s this mummy?’ question. The museum does provide audio guides, but it’s not always the best way to visit a museum with young children. Zero interaction is a surefire way of hearing the two ghastly words – ‘I’m bored!’

So what do we have now – A gargantuan area to cover. Over-crowded. Parental knowledge inadequacy. Visions of a great first visit fading fast into oblivion.

With all this in mind, it was a no-brainer, a tour guide was conducive to a successful first trip. We booked a private two-hour family tour with Paris Muse. It certainly became a highlight of our Parisienne adventure. Here’s why this is one of the best ways to visit the Louvre with young children:

Skip the lines Louvre

No need for your heart to sink when you see the huge queue outside the glass pyramid entrance waiting for their Louvre museum tickets . Although, there is no escape from the security checks which may have queues; with a Louvre tour guide, you can fast-track your way past the line.  All kids (and most adults) will agree waiting patiently is the pits.  

TOP TIP: Don’t bring any large bags. They won’t fit in the lockers provided in the cloakroom

Louvre private tour

We met our guide Henry outside the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel opposite the Louvre. Whilst stood outside the impressive building he engaged the girls with questions and gave us a short recap on its colourful history – From its origins as a fortress in 1190 to a royal palace in the 16th century before opening as a museum at the end of the 18th century.

Henry presented both girls with their own case detective workbook. Their eyes lit up at the fact they’d be on a scavenger hunt around the museum for treasure. The tour is designed to give kids aged 6 – 12 years old an entertaining insight into the history of the masterpieces whilst playing a sleuth detective. Their answers to the clues finally lead them to an educational prize hidden under the Louvre’s glass pyramid.

The scavenger hunt took us through a broad range of collections from Ancient near East, Egyptian, Greek and Roman through to Renaissance Italian and French.

On a first visit, it gives you a real sense of the vastness of the museum and touched on all the major masterpieces you’d want to see.

Time to be honest parents. When was the last time you visited a museum with the kids and actually found it relaxing? We’re all super keen to ensure our kids are cultured and hopefully share some of our passion for the arts. Although the days of mooching around and immersing yourself fully in the art are long gone. Well, until you hire a private tour guide .

Mr S and I shared a knowing look as we walked behind our enthused girls on the scavenger hunt. We revelled in being able to wander around stress-free. There were even proper adult conversations in between polishing up on our own knowledge. Priceless!

All the best bits!

The first clue bought wide eyes aplenty when it took us to the Code of Hammurabi Plinth. It’s the world’s oldest written Babylonian law from ancient Mesopotamia dating back to the 2nd century BC!

Although excited to finally see the Mona Lisa, like most people the girls found it rather underwhelming in real life when you see it’s only a little larger than an A2 piece of paper. The hordes who surround it daily make it tricky for little ones to catch a glimpse. I promise you she’s in front of the crowd behind bulletproof glass.

Of course, I’ll always find a way for a camera click!

Next to entice their young minds was the inspiration behind a world-famous sports brand. The Winged Victory of Samothrace is also known as Nike of Samothrace. It’s one of the most celebrated sculptures in the world and conveys action and triumph as well as a sense of incredible movement.

One of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture is Venus de Milo. Created around 100 BC it’s believed to depict Aphrodite, the Greek goddess… the summit of beauty and love. And Venus was her name. She’s got it – yeah baby, she’s got it… Sorry slight digression back the tour.

The department of Egyptian Antiquities is home to one of the largest sphinx sculptures in existence outside of Egypt.

The 26 ton Great Sphinx of Tanis had to be pushed through a hole in the wall when there was no machinery available to lift such a weight. Believe me, it’s big.

And finally…

I was quite impressed with the level of enthusiasm our guide retained through the course of the two hours with the girls. It’s something we could never have achieved and wonderful to watch them fully immersed in the hunt.

The Louvre can be overwhelming for an adult, never mind a child. This guided family tour is a fantastic way to combine entertainment and education in the world’s most famous museum.

At €320 for a family of 6 or fewer, these tours aren’t cheap. In my opinion, if you’re going to splurge on anything maybe pass on another electronic device and instead go for culture and memories that will last a lifetime.

READ MORE: 11 Unmissable Experiences in Paris

For more information on the family Louvre tour and other tours Paris Muse runs, please head to their website here.

Disclaimer: We received a complimentary family tour, however, all views, opinions and photos unless otherwise stated are my own and remain a copyright of the Curious Pixie.

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My parents used to take me to the Louvre regularly as a child, and I remember being bored to death. Of course now, I could spend all day in there (although I’m with your girls, the Mona Lisa still leaves me underwhelmed.) The scavenger hunt is a good idea, and a two-hour tour with an engaging guide must be fun (but that is quite pricey isn’t it?).

There’s so much to take it that you can just end up switching off, especially as a kid. Yes, it is expensive but I’ve never seen my girls so absorbed and even after 2 hours they could have carried on – Unheard of in a museum scenario. Having experienced it, I think when I head back I’d definitely want to do another one their museums.

This sounds amazing and a scavenger hunt is so much fun!!!

We all had so much fun Binny. One of the best ways we’ve been to a museum as a family.

Sounds like so much fun, such a fun and interactive to explore the Louvre

I’m no kid, but I wouldn’t mind doing a scavenger hunt there as it sounds like so much fun 🙂

We did a scavenger hunt at the V&A in London and loved it fabulous way to see things you would otherwise miss #CulturedKids

Totally agree Catherine. There is no way I’d be able to impart even half the knowledge.

A scavenger hunt is a great idea! Tours can really bring a museum or gallery to life, especially if they’re short on the signage or interactive opps. I’d love a tour of the Louvre!

We walked past the Louvre on our way to the Bateaux Mouches the other day, and it seemed to go on for miles! I last visited over a decade ago, and I’d forgotten just how vast it is. I think a private tour would be a great idea – thanks for the tip. #CulturedKids

Is bloody huge Nell. It was the best thing for us for sure.

This sounds like the perfect way to explore the Louvre with kids. Scavenger really keep the kids entertained and allow for a more fun museum visit #CulturedKids

For sure Nicky. No way I could have kept their level of interest going for that long.

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The Best Louvre Tours for Kids

If you’re visiting the louvre with kids and want a fun and educational experience, i’ve got you covered.

No trip to Paris is complete without visiting the Louvre. But it’s easy to get completely overwhelmed, especially if you’re visiting the Louvre with kids. That’s why the best way to experience the largest museum in the world is by going on a specific Louvre tour for kids.

Besides the fact that it would take you more than an entire week to explore Paris’ most famous museum, there’s also this little detail about visiting the Louvre with kids…because every parent knows that kids and museums don’t always go hand in hand.

But what if they could explore the Louvre through a scavenger hunt? Or see the sights of the museum with a guide who actually caters to kids.

So whether you’re experiencing the Louvre for the first or fiftieth time, if you’ll be in Paris with children you should—without a doubt—find a kid-friendly Louvre tour to help make your time around the museum more entertaining, more interesting, and more engaging for everyone.

The guides for these Louvre tours for kids are not only experts with the different wings and navigating in, around, and within the museum, but they make it fun to learn about the different famous and not-so-famous art pieces, too.

Good To Know Before You Visit the Louvre

Here are some quick things to know before you visit the Louvre with your family.

Good to Know

The Louvre is closed on Tuesdays, so plan your trip to Paris accordingly!

CLOSED. The Louvre is closed every Tuesday, so make sure you keep that into consideration when you’re planning your schedule.

It Gets HOT! When we were there in December it was very hot inside. Make sure you wear layers!

Skip the Stroller. Yes, you can technically bring them, but it gets super crowded (even when it’s not a holiday) and baby-wearing will be a better option. We also saw the line for the elevator and, yikes. The wait was very long. Babywearing is not allowed on the back, only the front. You can also borrow/rent a baby carrier from the info desk under the pyramid .

Small Bags Only If you’re bringing a big, travel backpack make sure you check it in one of their lockers.

Get a Passport. Head to the info desk under the pyramid and ask for a “Louvre Passport.” Kids can use it throughout the museum; it’s like their very own Louvre scavenger hunt.

Our Experience with a Kid-Friendly Tour of the Louvre

We visited Paris with all three of our kids (ages 9, 7, and 5 at the time) during Christmas break. It was a very busy time to be in Paris, and I knew we’d be totally in over our heads walking around the Louvre with kids without a guide.

My husband and I have both been to the Louvre before, but this was their first time and I wanted them to see the highlights in a way that would interest them, like with a Louvre scavenger hunt or something fun like that.

Finding fun Louvre tours for kids was the answer to all of my needs. The only problem was picking a kid-friendly tour of the Louvre.

We ended up booking a Private “ Clues” Family Tour of the Louvre ” with Paris Muse.

For our family of five, we paid $375 (although I believe they recently upped their prices), and we had a specific timed entrance.

I was thankful for our guide right off the bat; she knew the Louvre like the back of her hand, starting with a different entrance that got us through the line faster. There was an exhibit we were going to see that was randomly closed, but she quickly rerouted us without even hesitating.

The kids LOVED it.

They were asking questions and totally engaging with what she was telling them about the different pieces we looked at. And even though it was one of the busiest museums we’ve ever been in, she managed to find sections in front of major pieces of art where it was just us so we weren’t getting pushed and smushed.

Pick This Up Before Your Trip

We grabbed this fun Louvre scavenger hunt book for the kids before our trip and they loved it as we ventured around Paris. There’s a section in it for the Louvre, so we asked our tour guide if she could point us in the right direction for the exhibits. All three kids liked using this during our trip to Paris.

My Top 3 Picks: Louvre tours for kids

I’m not going to lie: Louvre tours for kids are not very cheap. And while my jaw dropped at the price for most of them, I do realize you get what you pay for; sometimes you need to pay more for great service.

These all have fantastic reviews from families, and they all seem like really fun and educational tours of the Louvre specifically for kids. The bright side is that they do include the price of your museum ticket.

Here are three other kid-friendly Louvre tours that I was debating between.

• Kids & Family Private Louvre Tour . Pick from 1.5, 2, or 3-hour tours. Has more than 240 5-star reviews ☞ check here for prices
• Louvre Treasure Hunt for Families and Kids . Kids get an age-appropriate activity booklet and a Louvre scavenger hunt kit. Two-hour tour; five-star reviews. ☞ check here for prices
• Louvre x Families – The Civilizations’ Quest . Interactive and entertaining for the whole family. Three-hour tour; five-star reviews. She books up FAST! ☞ check here for prices

More Awesome Tours of the Louvre for kids

While the following tours didn’t make my top list, they were still on my list, so I wanted to share them with you in case they’re right for your family:

• Louvre Tour for Teens . Games and puzzles to play; 2.5-hour tour; specifically for families with teens. ☞ check here for prices
• Family Tour with Da Vinci Treasure Hunt . Da Vinci-themed treasure hunt; two-hour tour. ☞ check here for prices
• Private Louvre Museum Tour for Kids & Families . Immersive and engaging with games and activities. Two-hour tour; five-star reviews. ☞ check here for prices

More Fun Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Paris

There is so much to do in Paris with kids , so if you need something fun after or before your visit to the Louvre, check these out.

• Go up the Eiffel Tower
• Take a macaron class
• Sail boats in the Luxembourg Gardens
• Take a river cruise along the Seine
• Head to Montmartre for a scavenger hunt
• Visit the famous catacombs
• Take a croissant-making class

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Paris Itineraries for Families

If you’ll be in Paris with kids, check out this post to see what we did over a long weekend in Paris.

And if you have more time to spare, here’s a guide for an entire week in and around Paris soon!

Where to Stay in Paris with a Family

If you need a place to stay in Paris with your family here are a few that I’ve personally stayed at and recommend.

• Hotel Caumartin Opera – Astotel . I stayed here with my two daughters and it was perfect. The area was safe, the hotel was clean, and it wasn’t very expensive. We loved the location.
• Hotel Palm – Astotel. I stayed here with a friend of mine. It was walkable from the train station and easy access to get anywhere in the city. I’d definitely stay here with a family.
• Center Parcs Villages Nature . This one is outside the city, but fantastic if you have a family, and if you plan on going to Disneyland Paris while you’re in Paris. You can read my review here .
• MEININGER Hotel Paris Porte de Vincennes . We’ve stayed in several Meiningers around Europe and it’s always a top pick for our family. They’re clean and fun, and all five of us can stay in one room. I have no doubt that this one would be just as great.
• YOOMA Urban Lodge . I’ve heard fantastic things about YOOMA Urban Lodge, but it’s always booked when we go to Paris. They have rooms for large families, which is awesome.

Find a Place to Stay in Paris

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Louvre family tour, treasure hunt with kids in the louvre museum.

Understanding art can be something difficult for children. That's why many families choose to visit museums without their children, or with them forced and unhappy. Paris has many fascinating museums, but can quickly be problematic for parents wishing to combine cultural visits and family time. The Louvre Museum, artistic and historical symbol of Paris, is a must do. On this tour, we offer families the possibility to discover the Louvre in an unusual way so everybody can have a great time. With a certified teacher and guide leading a treasure hunt, the Louvre visit will become a wonderful experience. The challenge: solve crossword puzzles, draw, answer questions and use your memory, discovering eleven emblematic artworks including the Venus de Milo, the Sphinx, the Mona Lisa (La Joconde) and The Wedding at Cana (Les Noces de Cana) that will serve as subjects leading teams in a mysterious treasure adventure. At the end, you will receive a small personalized gift as a souvenir. Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. If needed, an accompanying person can be arranged for an additional fee

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- Treasure hunt in the Louvre with a certified guide - Skip-the-line tickets for the Louvre - Gift (treasure) offered at the end of the tour

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Your artistic family afternoon starts in the magnificent Louvre Museum, which you will visit in a fun and original way. Your art expert guide will take you on an exciting treasure hunt where you will discover and learn about eleven of the most famous artworks through fun-filled games and riddles. And a treasure awaits the successful young hunters...

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After my business studies at HEC interspersed with abroad experiences in the luxury and fashion sector, I worked for 4 years in a consulting firm before launching my dream concept: high-end tourism for families, following a request customers had, looking for activities to do in Paris with their children. By creating my own company, I could serve all my passions at once: cooking, culture and my adopted city of Paris, whose secrets I all know. London was also part of the adventure because it is one of my host cities. Having the attention for detail and quality, I offer tailor-made tours in various European destinations such as of Paris, Loire Valley, and London, Rome and Florence for families wishing to explore these places with their children in an original way and without having to worry about logistics. With my small team of passionate professionals, we developed themed itineraries in the best places, adding for each of them some high-quality activities suitable for children of all ages and interests. Visit the Louvre Museum during a treasure hunt followed by a painting course, relapse in the novel and film The Da Vinci Code with an orientation game, discover French tradition while making the iconic baguette, visit the artistic village of Montmartre while learning french, explore Rome and learn about its history through specially-designed stories, quizzes and games or discover the life of Galileo the famous astronomer and his inventions through a visit to his museum. These are few examples of our organized family tours which allow parents to spend quality time with their children.

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Melanie did a fantastic job taking us through some interesting parts of the museum, and did an amazing job keeping our 14 and 12 year old fully engaged with the treasure hunt. She was extremely knowledgeable but also had a fabulous way of interacting with the kids as she educated us on the background to some of the important works in the museum. The parents learned a great deal too! A terrific tour by a terrific guide. Thoroughly recommended for families. Thanks Dave, Angela, Brendan and Maggie

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Best Private Tour of the Louvre in 2024 – 6 Amazing Options

By: Author Girl with the Passport

Posted on Last updated: November 8, 2023

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Love museums almost as much as I do? If so then you can’t miss the Louvre and you can’t visit Paris without checking out this guide to the best private tour of the Louvre.

Now, I know you probably don’t think you need a tour. But, the Louvre is hella big. Like, it would take you 9 months to see 35,000+ artifacts big.

Yeah, trust me on this. I have visited at least three times now and still haven’t seen it all.

And that’s why on my last visit I decided to stop getting lost and book one of the best private tours of the Louvre istead.

Sure, it was a bit expensive but I got better appreciation for what I was looking at and quickly saw everything that I wanted to see.

So, definitely book a private tour of the Louvre and use this handy guide to find the best option for you.

Pro Tip: Before or after doing a private tour of the Louvre be sure to stop by Angelina inside the Louvre for one of the best desserts in Paris .

After all, you can’t get wrong with their hot chocolate and Mont-Blanc. And if you can’t afford a private tour, you can always see the Louvre during one of the best bike tours in Paris .

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My number one pick 🏆 for the best private tour of the Louvre is this Louvre private tour with a local . It’s highly rated and your local guide/ 🎨art history expert will share a unique perpective of the museum with you.

Best Private Tour of the Louvre

1. paris with locals: louvre private tour with a local.

⭐️ Rating: 5.0/5.0 (183 Reviews) Price: $188.74 per person Duration: 2 hours 📍 Meeting Point: Louvre Pyramid Operator: Withlocals Details: Read more on Viator Now!

If you want to explore the Louvre in a totally unique way then try this epic private tour of the Louvre with a local .

See, after getting skip-the-line access to the museum, your local guide will take you through the maze of galleries and array of masterpieces that are tucked away inside this world famous museum.

However, there’s no need to freak out about getting lost when seeing the Venus de Milo, the Mona Lisa, and Nike of Samothrace since your trusty guide will lead the way.

“Hugo was very well-versed. He communicated his knowledge of the art in the context of history very well to us. I would recommend Hugo to others. A private tour is the best!” Jane ( read more reviews now )

You’ll also enjoy expert commentary and can even explore the museum independently after marveling at the French crown Jewels, Delacroix paintings, sculptures from Michelangelo, and The Coronation of Napoleon by Jacques-Louis David.

So, this is an all-around wicked awesome way to see the Louvre if you have limited time and want to better understand the iconic pieces of art that stand before you.

Pro Tip: Admission to the museum is NOT included with the price of the tour. Yeah, kind of weird. Anyway, you must bring 17.00 Euros and pay the host in cash upon arrival.

Also, check out some of the best covered passages in Paris while you’re here since many are located near the Louvre.

2. Best of the Louvre Museum Private Tour with Monalisa

⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5.0 (48 Reviews) Price: $109.71 per person Duration: 2 hours 📍 Meeting Point: Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Operator: The Expat Details: Read more on Viator Now!

Short on time and want to get the absolute most out of your visit to the Louvre? If so then book this private tour of the Louvre ASAP.

Because your expert guide will teach you all about the secret’s behind the Mona Lisa and help you understand where Nike got its name from.

You can even stand in awe of a REAL Mummy from Egypt (if option selected) and see this incredible museum as never before during this amazing experience.

“Mindy’s tour was fantastic! She easily shared her depth of knowledge in a way that our entire family could understand, including my teenagers. She kept them engaged, asking them questions throughout her presentation. Not only was she knowledgeable, she truly appreciated the beauty of the art she was sharing with us and the history of the Louvre itself. She made each of the pieces she showed us seem like special treasures by emphasizing their unique qualities and their significance in art history. This tour is a great way to see the highlights of a HUGE museum in a short period of time.” Rachelle ( read more reviews now )

So, enjoy moving at your own pace and participate in a special itinerary that is catered to your needs.

After all, all the guides utilized for this tour are expert’s in art history and are happy to answer any questions you have.

They will also spend as much with you as you need to explore the stunning artifacts on display inside some of the best museums in Paris.

Pro Tip: The Egyptian tour with the Mummy will only be included in one of the best private tours of the Louvre if you select this option.

3. Paris Louvre: 2-Hour Private Tour for Groups or Families

⭐️ Rating: 4.7/5.0 (578 Reviews) Price: $485.88 per group of 5 Duration: 2 hours 📍 Meeting Point: 162 Rue de Rivoli Operator: UTG EXPERIENCE Details: Read more on Get Your Guide Now!

Whether you’re part of a small group or a happy family, this private Louvre tour is sure to leave you satisfied.

After all, it is uniquely designed to accommodate the needs of adults and kids alike since there is a special children’s guide on hand to help facilitate lots of fun activities.

“We had a great tour guide for our 2 hour “family” tour of the Louvre. There was a ton of traffic so we were running late but I was able to use the chat within the Get Your Guide app and someone was able to contact the local guide to let him know that we were on the way. Our guide led us to all of the major pieces while providing interesting facts in a pretty concise way. He wasn’t overly chatty but was happy to answer our questions. It was pretty crowded (and hot, not much air conditioning) so we kind of wanted to move through the rooms pretty quickly and I think the guide was able to read our body language so that was appreciated. He did the tour in English and it was very easy to communicate with him. I would recommend this for families with younger teens and up. My 15 year old enjoyed it and was interested but my 9 and 11 year olds were not very engaged.” Susan ( read more reviews now )

Additionally, you can save tons of time with skip-the-ticket-line access to the museum and a private guide who will escort you through a 650,000-square-foot museum with over 35,000 objects.

I mean, if you want to explore the Louvre on your own, it could take you over 9 months to see it all.

But, with this special tour , you’ll focus on 4-6 intriguing exhibits that will keep everyone entertained and asking questions.

Now, you’ll start with none other than the Mona Lisa herself as you move on to other masterpieces (Venus de Milo, Hermaphrodite, Liberte, etc.) that will leave your jaw perpetually on the floor.

4. Private Tour of the Louvre By Night

⭐️ Rating: 5.0/5.0 (20 Reviews) Price: $301.77 per person Duration: 3 hours 📍 Meeting Point: Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Operator: Awesome Guide Details: Read more on Viator Now!

Real talk? I hate crowds but abosolutely love the Louvre.

So, to avoid the insane hordes and long lines that regularly inundate the Louvre during the day, I opted for this private Louvre by night tour instead.

Yes, it’s VERY expensive and definitely not within everyone’s budget. But, the tour is three hours long and starts at 6:30 pm.

Therefore, the daytime crowds are long gone and you kind of have time museum more to yourself. Plus, you get to enjoy priority access during this private tour of the Louvre .

So, skip the line and head right inside as you visit the Sully, Richelieu, and Denon departments of the museums with the amazing Beatrice. Yeah, she is a seriously rad guide who 100% knows her stuff.

Anway, the Sully wing is the place where you’ll find the museum’s oldest pieces and is where you can learn more about the art of the Middle Ages.

“Our guide Olga was amazing & would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Louvre! We had her all to ourselves for this tour. She is very knowledgeable about art history, the Louvre & made it a wonderful experience!” Merri ( read more reviews now )

In contrast, the Denon department is where you’ll see magnificent Greek statues, like the Venus de Milo and Victoire de Samothrace, as well as stunnning paintings in the Italian Gallery from Raphael, Da Vinci, Veronese, Caravaggio, and more.

Finally, you’ll end your tour by learning all about the Coronation of Napoleon. So, enoy David’s mammoth painting tells that tells about the Emperor’s coronation in Notre Dame.

All in all, I really enjoyed my experience and think this tour is a fantastic option if you hate crowds, like pirvate tours, and only have 24 hours in Paris .

And don’t worry. You’ll 100% get to see the Mona Lisa and anything else that is on your must-see list.

5. Paris: Louvre Museum Private Family Tour Designed for Kids

⭐️ Rating: 4.4/5.0 (100 Reviews) Price: $227.88 per person Duration: 2 hours 📍 Meeting Point: Louis XIV Statue in the Napoleon Square Operator: AKOPSO Details: Read more on Get Your Guide Now!

If you’re looking for one of the best private tours of the Louvre that will inspire your family and get your kids excited about museums then this private family tour is for you.

After all, this epic tour is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of children up to 15 years old, with a highly interactive element to the tour that includes fascinating stories about iconic masterpieces.

“Very nice tour with Clement from Breton. He adjusted completely to the young Norwegian tourist, Eva, 10 years old. He managed to lead us smoothly around despite of large crowds. He made this tour a most memorable and educating event for both the young Eva and the grandmother of 73. Thank you to Clement!” Kari ( read more reviews now )

Now, because it’s a private tour, participants can ask tons of questions and can become highly engaged with a fun, expert guide who will introduce you to the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory.

Other major highlights of this private Louvre tour include Egyptian artifacts, Italian Renaissance icons, and works from the French Revolution.

As a result, everyone will walk away having seen all of the most famous masterpieces that the Louvre has to offer.

Yup, it’s just a highly interactive, extremely well-done tour that everyone in the family will love.

Pro Tip: You’ll need your passport to get into the museum and cannot bring any luggage with you.

6. Louvre Museum and Musée d’Orsay Private Tour

⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5.0 (12 Reviews) Price: $364.68 per person Duration: 5.5 hours 📍 Meeting Point: Louis XIV sous les traits de Marcus Curtius Operator: Meeting The French Details: Read more on Viator Now!

Not gonna lie, the d’Orsay and the Louvre are two of my most favorite museums in Paris – if not the world.

So, why not combine the best private tour of the Louvre with a visit to the d’Orsay for a private tour that doubles as every museum lover’s dream in Paris?

See, you’ll enjoy two glorious hours at each museum and start the day off with pick up from your centrally located Parisian hotel.

Next, you’ll bypass long lines and spend two hours experiencing all that the Louvre has to offer with stops at the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and The Raft of the Medusa.

Along the way, you’ll listen to fun stories and hear all about the history behind the works of Rembrandt and Delacroix.

Just be sure to let your guide know what you want to see since this private Louvre tour is fully customizable.

“Sophie was an excellent guide. So knowledgeable! She made visiting the two museums so easy and helped us to understand art history much better. Our guide was especially helpful in the Louvre. It was very crowded and would have been overwhelming without Sophie. She made sure we saw the important items.” Anthony ( read more reviews now )

Afterward, you’ll have a bit of free time for lunch and can then head to a former train station (aka the d’Orsay) to see upwards of 4,000 works from the later half of the 19th century.

Therefore, expect to marvel at masterpieces from Van Gogh, Renoir, Monet, Gauguin and Rodin.

Additionally, because this tour is limited to just for four people, you’ll enjoy more personal attention during a more intimate experience.

Best Private Tour of the Louvre FAQs

Can i get a private tour of the louvre.

Yes, you can get a private tour of the Louvre. In fact, a private Louvre tour is perfect for children and adults and allows you to learn more about some of the most incredible pieces of art in the world.

How much does a private Louvre tour cost?

Private tours of the Louvre vary in price but can cost anywhere between 100 and 300 euros per person, depending on the type and length of the tour.

Should you get a guided tour of the Louvre?

If you love museums, are short on time, and it is your first time in Paris then a Louvre private tour is definitely worth it.

Not only will you better appreciate the masterpieces in front of you but you can see everything you want quickly and without getting lost.

What is the best way to tour the Louvre?

The best way to tour the Louvre is to:

• Pre-book a skip-the-line ticket
• Use the Porte des Lions entrance (fewer lines)
• Visit the Louvre at night
• Don’t try to see the entire museum in one day
• Make a plan and see all your must-sees
• Don’t miss out on the Richelieu wing

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Private Louvre Tour in Paris with Expert Guide

See the louvre your way with the help of an expert guide, with mona lisa, venus de milo, and more.

Looking for a more intimate way to explore the Louvre Museum? Then join a passionate Louvre guide for a tailored private tour of Paris’ famous museum, and experience the world-famous art at a pace that suits your group. With an expert private guide all to yourself, you’ll get detailed insights and stories of the art inside the Louvre, and can choose to spend more time viewing the pieces that interest you most. Skip the line to see the works of Da Vinci, Delacroix, Rembrandt, and many more!

• Private guided tour of the Louvre
• Skip-the-line entry
• Passionate, local guide
• History of the Louvre
• Sleeping Hermaphoditus
• Venus de Milo
• The Coronation of Napoleon
• Liberty Leading the People
• The Mona Lisa
• Relax in the gardens

As the largest art museum on earth, visiting the Louvre can be a little overwhelming, but The Tour Guy makes it easy! This private Louvre tour let's you skip the line and see the iconic works of the museum a with your own personal art-loving tour guide. Our professional guides are true experts who bring the Louvre collections to life. After meeting your guide by the Louvre Pyramid, you'll set off for 3 hours viewing some of the most famous artworks in the world!

Whether you’re traveling with family or friends, a private tour provides a highly-personalized experience. Ask your professional guide as many questions as you want and enjoy a tour that moves at your ideal pace! A private Louvre tour is also an excellent option if you have limited mobility. We also offer a small group Louvre tour if you prefer a more affordable option.

Private Guided Louvre Tour Description

Your private 3-hour tour includes:

Skip-the-line tickets for the Louvre Museum

Private tour of the Louvre's world-famous art

Engaging English-speaking guide with art history expertise

Skip-the-Line Louvre Tour

Your expert Louvre guide will lead you inside into the world's largest museum to discover some of the most fascinating art exhibits in the world. The lines to get inside the museum can be incredibly long, but your guide help you navigate the crowds to start exploring straight away.

All our Louvre guides are passionate experts in art history. As you stop by the many iconic masterpieces, learn the stories behind the artworks and their creators. Besides the highlights of the Louvre, you'll see many of the lesser-known gems of the museum. After all, the collections inside the historic monument contain 38,000 priceless works of art. And remember, there's no need to consult your guidebook or map, our guides know the Louvre as well as their own living rooms!

Sculptures of the Louvre

The Louvre is not only filled with paintings but it also features many iconic sculptures. Of all the works in the Louvre, the Winged Victory of Samothrace and the Venus de Milo are some of the most admired. The life-size sculpture of the mythological Sleeping Hermaphroditus carved by Bernini is also an amazing piece of work. These incredible ancient sculptures only represent a fraction of the Louvre's Greek and Roman antiquities you'll get to explore and learn about with your private guide.

Mona Lisa's Smile

Why is Mona Lisa’s smile so mysterious? Is she happy or sad? Leonardo da Vinci’s famous portrait of Lisa Gherardini, titled Mona Lisa , is arguably the most famous painting in the world. The masterpiece also holds a Guinness World Record-breaking insurance policy for approximately $800,000,000! Our guide can't wait to share the stories behind the acclaimed painting, and the fascination with the woman it depicts. Leonardo da Vinci was a true genius who left behind a huge legacy in both science and art.

Renaissance Masters: Raphael, Leonardo Da Vinci, and more

The Mona Lisa is not Leonardo’s only work of art inside the Louvre, and your tour guide will show you more of da Vinci’s works as part of the Louvre’s Italian Renaissance collection.

Besides Leonardo da Vinci, the Louvre also contains works by Renaissance artist Botticelli, master of the 16th-century Venetian school Titian, and the grand scale artist Veronese. Raphael also has work featured throughout the Louvre, one being the famous painting depicting Saint George on a magnificent horse.

Famous French Art

Although the Louvre is filled with the works of many international artists, you'll also see some truly iconic French masterpieces—after all, you are in France! The Louvre offers opportunities to visit works by Jacques-Louis David, Napoleon's personal painter, and Eugène Delacroix. Delacroix's most famous piece, Liberty Leading The People , is one of France's most beloved paintings, depicting the 1830 French Revolution. It was also the inspiration for one of the world's most famous landmarks: the Statue of Liberty in New York.

A Glimpse of Royal France

Did you know that the Louvre is a former royal palace? With such a strong association to royalty, a visit to the Louvre is incomplete without seeing the crown jewels of France. The surviving French crown jewels are on display in the Louvre’s Galerie d'Apollon.

It was a tradition to have a new crown created for each coronation in France. With your guide's narration, it is easy to imagine the extravagance of the crowns created throughout history for each new king and queen.

At The Tour Guy, we put a huge amount of energy into all our tours, including our private Louvre tour. At the conclusion of this tour, don’t forget to ask your private Louvre tour where to eat and what to do in Paris. As experts in all things Paris, we do all we can to ensure your vacation is filled with amazing French culture, world-class art, incredible food and unforgettable memories!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Comfortable shoes are encouraged since the tour involves 3 hours of walking. A small water bottle is also recommended.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

This private tour is your best bet if you have concerns about navigating the Louvre. Our private tours offer more flexibility in terms of pace and special accommodations. Just get in touch before your tour if there's something we should know!

Can we stay longer in the museum after the tour ends?

You are allowed to stay inside the museum until closing time, even after your guided tour is done. Please note that once you exit the area where the artwork is, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

Can I use my Paris Museum Pass to get a discount on our Louvre tour?

We pre-book all of our reservations and tickets for the Louvre Museum in advance, so personal museum passes are not valid for entry or a discount.

Is there a small group Louvre tour available?

Yes! If you rather save some money and see the Louvre as part of a small group, check out our Skip-the-line Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa & Crown Jewels .

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8 themes for your visit to the musée du louvre (to be chosen later).

• For 3-6 year olds - My mini Louvre
• From 7 years - The Louvre's masterpieces explained to children 
• From 6 years - Egypt in the time of the Pharaohs at the Louvre
• For 6-10 year olds - Monsters and heroes of Mythology at the Louvre 
• From 7 years - The Romans are crazy!
• From 8 years old - Heroes of Greek Mythology at the Louvre
• From age 13 - Explaining the Louvre's masterpieces to teenagers 
• From age 13 - The great masters of the Renaissance at the Louvre
• Number 6 people max (adults and children)
• duration : 1h30
• Language in French and English
• Tours led by certified tour guides
• At least one adult must be present when minors are involved

Choose the date (and time) when you'd like to take your family on a private tour. Guide availability will be confirmed within 48 hours. Your transaction will be charged only after confirmation of availability .

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Book a private tour in english, group visits to the louvre.

• These visits last between 1h30 and 2h
• They are led by certified guides.
• Up to 25 people per visit

Star Star Star Star Star - Fascinating

Written by chantal baldacci, 02-04-2024.

We had a wonderful family time with our grandchildren, who were discovering the Louvre for the first time, thanks to a fascinating tour guide. She knew how to adapt the visit to a child's point of view, while also addressing an adult audience. She made us want to repeat the experience. Many thanks to her

Star Star Star Star Star - Masterpieces from the Louvre

Written by hélène bastien , 03-13-2024.

After our visit to the Louvre, I wasn't sure whether my grandsons had really enjoyed it. But the next day, after visiting Versailles with an audio guide, Alexis said: "We could have done with a guide. And for Emile, the Louvre remains his favorite visit. Mission accomplished for Astrid. We had no trouble booking the tour, and the people in charge communicated well with us, so of course I'd recommend this activity.

Star Star Star Star Star - Visit the Louvre

Written by nadia deroubaix , 02-03-2024.

Thank you Pauline for captivating the interest of our 6 and 8 year old grandchildren (which was no easy feat) throughout this wonderful visit to the Louvres. Thank you for your kindness and we'll certainly be seeing you again soon. I recommend this service to parents and grandparents who want to awaken their children to the world of art and history... Nadia and Marc

Star Star Star Star Star - Perfect for getting teenagers interested in the arts (architecture, sculpture, painting), with a reminder of history.

Written by sylvie isambert, on 17-02-2024.

No problem booking online. We really appreciated the tour guide A little expensive, but the five-person tour was very comfortable. Yes, an activity to be recommended, especially for teenagers' first contact with a museum.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great visit to the Louvre with Cyril

Written by andrea allegra, 12-12-2023.

Cyril is a passionate and fascinating guide. Young and old alike were captivated by his explanations, anecdotes and games. The children were delighted, and so were the parents. What a pleasure it was to follow Cyril around the Louvre, which he seemed to know like the back of his hand, whereas on our own we'd have got lost or at least missed out on so many interesting works. This was our second visit with Cyril, and we've already planned a third for January! Easy contact with the agency, punctuality and perfect organization.

Star Star Star Star Star - Super Visit

Written by pascaline siney, on 14-11-2023.

Very child-friendly and we adults learned a lot too. I recommend it!

Star Star Star Star Star - We had a great time as a family at the Louvre with Marie.

Written by anne, 01-11-2023.

We highly recommend this tour, which focuses on some of the museum's most important works, providing a good first approach. Marie was top-notch and kept the children's attention (aged 10-13 and 15) throughout the visit. They loved it! Thank you, Marie.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great!

Written by virginie magne, 31-10-2023.

Our guide Pauline knew how to adapt to each of us: an 8-year-old, a 17-year-old and 2 adults. We lost no time and all loved the Egyptian tour. I'd do it again with a different theme - it was top-notch! Thanks Pauline

Star Star Star Star Star - Private guided tour at the Louvre: A really fun and educational experience

Written by monica ladekarl, 28-10-2023.

We are a Danish family with two teenagers (18 and 13) that went to the Louvre for the first time. We met the guide, Pauline, outside, who helped us enter the museum as fast and easy as possible. Pauline took us through a two-hour long teenage-friendly highlight tour. She was so nice and knowledgeable and kept our children interested the whole tour. Especially the museum's own history was fascinating for them. We definitely recommend and will probably book a private guide again for another museum when we return to Paris.

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Written by anne wurtz, on 25-07-2023.

This guided tour was of the highest quality. Not only was the guide very, very pleasant, she was also extremely professional throughout the visit The children really enjoyed it I highly recommend LUDO&SOPHIE and I encourage them to continue in this way Thank you and well done!

Star Star Star Star Star - Excellent tour, really child-friendly

Written by brigitte costerg, 15-07-2023.

For a 1st visit to the Louvre with children, I really recommend it. We had a great time as a family, and what's more, it was very enriching.

Star Star Star Star Star - Thanks Cyril

Written by roxanne tremblay, 08-07-2023.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Louvre with Cyril. The challenge with this kind of visit is to appeal to all ages; 7, 11 and 14... Cyril kept them interested for 2 hours. We came away delighted with our visit. Thank you Cyril

Star Star Star Star Star - A memorable visit

Written by joanna degrange, 08-06-2023.

Incredibly interesting visit for children and adults alike. The guide immediately put the children at ease and told us lots of anecdotes about the works. The time passed very quickly, and the children's attention remained at a maximum for the whole 2 hours, even the 8-year-olds.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great site

Written by joanne suissa, 18-04-2023.

I am delighted with my experience with Familin. A variety of activities are offered, depending on the age of the children. Ideas are suggested. I visited the Louvre on a private tour with Pauline. My 5-year-old son, despite his condition (a bit sick), was delighted, as were my husband and myself. I can only recommend this site!

Star Star Star Star Star - Excellent experience

Written by dominique vaudindominiaue , 03-03-2023.

It was perfect in length and explanation for the whole family. Pauline was charming and we had a great time.

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Written by isabebballe barlet, 01-11-2022.

We were very satisfied, both young and old, and the tour was very well organized (schedule respected, rhythm, exchanges, etc.). the guides are very competent and adapt well to the group and its diversity I would definitely recommend this package

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10 Tips For Visiting The Louvre (Paris, France)

T he Louvre, a treasure trove of art and history nestled in the heart of Paris, is a must-visit for any art enthusiast or traveler. With its vast collection spanning centuries and cultures, exploring the Louvre can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. To ensure you make the most of your visit, here are 10 essential tips to navigate this iconic museum.

1. Plan Ahead

Begin your Louvre adventure by planning ahead. The museum is colossal, and attempting to see everything in one visit can be daunting. Research the Louvre's layout, highlight the must-see artworks, and create a personalized itinerary. Prioritize your interests, be it Renaissance paintings, ancient sculptures, or Egyptian artifacts, to tailor your visit accordingly.

2. Purchase Tickets in Advance

Save valuable time by purchasing your tickets online in advance. The Louvre is immensely popular, and the lines can be exceptionally long. Opting for skip-the-line tickets allows you to breeze through the entrance and dive straight into the cultural wonders awaiting you inside.

3. Visit Off-Peak Hours

To maximize your enjoyment and minimize the crowds, consider visiting during off-peak hours. Early mornings or late afternoons on weekdays are ideal times to explore the Louvre with a bit more tranquility. You'll have a better chance to appreciate the masterpieces without the hustle and bustle.

4. Take Advantage of Guided Tours

Engage in the expertise of a guided tour to gain deeper insights into the Louvre's vast collection. Knowledgeable guides can provide historical context, fascinating anecdotes, and help you navigate the expansive museum efficiently. Some tours even offer exclusive access to certain areas, enhancing your overall experience.

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5. Wear Comfortable Attire

Prepare for a day of walking and exploration by wearing comfortable clothing and footwear. The Louvre's sheer size requires a fair amount of walking, and comfortable attire will ensure you stay energized and focused on the art rather than discomfort.

6. Focus on the Highlights

With over 35,000 pieces on display, it's crucial to focus on the highlights to avoid feeling overwhelmed. The Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace are among the Louvre's star attractions. Identify your must-see artworks and plan your route accordingly.

7. Bring Snacks and Stay Hydrated

Exploring the Louvre can be a time-consuming endeavor, and hunger or dehydration can dampen your experience. Pack some snacks and a reusable water bottle to keep yourself fueled and refreshed throughout your visit. There are designated areas where you can take a break and enjoy a snack.

8. Respect Art Etiquette

While admiring the masterpieces, it's essential to observe proper art etiquette. Refrain from touching the artwork, use flash photography, or creating disturbances. Respectful behavior ensures a pleasant experience for you and fellow art enthusiasts.

9. Explore Beyond the Obvious

While the Louvre's iconic pieces are undoubtedly breathtaking, don't hesitate to explore beyond the obvious. Wander through lesser-known galleries and hidden corners to discover hidden gems and lesser-known treasures. You might stumble upon artworks that resonate with you on a personal level.

10. Reflect and Relax

After immersing yourself in the richness of the Louvre, take some time to reflect and relax. Find a peaceful spot in the museum's expansive courtyard, the Cour Carrée, or nearby Tuileries Garden. Absorb the cultural magnitude of your visit and savor the memories created within the walls of this historic institution.

Conclusion:

A visit to the Louvre in Paris is an unforgettable journey through time and art. By planning ahead, utilizing skip-the-line tickets, and embracing these tips, you can transform your Louvre experience into a seamless and enriching adventure. Navigate the labyrinth of artistic wonders with confidence, and let the Louvre's magnificence leave an indelible mark on your travel memories.

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