Overview
Enjoy skip-the-line access and learn the stories behind some of the world’s most famous works of art on this private tour of the Louvre Museum and the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. With your informative English-speaking guide, visit the Louvre and admire the 'Mona Lisa,' 'The Raft of the Medusa,' 'Venus de Milo' and other masterpieces.
Enjoy some free time before meeting your guide again at the Musée d’Orsay, home to 4,000 artworks from the second half of the 19th century by artists including Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and Rodin.
This private tour limited to six people ensures more personalized attention from your guide.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private one-way transport from your hotel (only if option selected)
Private guide
Skip-the-line access to both museums
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Transport to the Louvre Museum (unless option selected)
Transport back to your hotel
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
For tour only option, the meeting point is :
At the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV in front of the Pyramid of the Louvre,
75001 Paris
Good to know
Please note: If you are staying outside of central Paris (arrondissements 1 to 20) you will need to meet your guide at a central meeting point (usually a metro station). You can arrange this by contacting us by phone or at contact@meetingthefrench.com.
What to expect
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Louvre Museum
2 hours
After meeting your guide at your central Paris hotel, travel by metro or comfortable minivan to Carrousel du Louvre, an underground shopping mall near the Louvre. You will use the mall's underground entrance to access the Louvre, bypassing the long entry lines to the most visited museum in the world.
During your 2-hour visit to the Louvre, your informative guide will share anecdotes and history about artistic masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and The Raft of the Medusa. Admire works by artists such as Rembrandt and Delacroix, and tell your guide about any other works you particularly want to see. -
Musee d'Orsay
2 hours
A former train station, this museum houses more than 4,000 artworks from the second half of the 19th century by legends including Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Gauguin and Rodin. Again, enjoy the convenience of skipping the entry lines. Your guide will show you the highlights, sharing facts and stories to help you better understand the significance of the many famous artworks here.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- Even with a skip the line ticket, there may still be queues on certain days during the summer
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Louvre Museum and Musée d'Orsay Private Tour
How long does Louvre Museum and Musée d'Orsay Private Tour take?
It takes about 5 hours 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
For tour only option, the meeting point is : At the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV in front of the Pyramid of the Louvre, 75001 Paris Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private one-way transport from your hotel (only if option selected)
- Private guide
- Skip-the-line access to both museums
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transport to the Louvre Museum (unless option selected)
- Transport back to your hotel
Which places does it visit?
It visits Louvre Museum, Musee d'Orsay.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Meeting the French
