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5.0
404 reviews

Explore the Louvre with a Local Guide

Livia - Certified guide and passionate storyteller
Paola - The Cool Art Historian

Our locals for this tour

Livia, Paola & 10 other locals

Unveil the mysteries of the Louvre and get the most out of your visit on this enriching tour! Get to know everything about this magnificent attraction with the insights provided by a local expert. Experience the Louvre after dark! ✨ During the holiday season, enjoy extended opening hours until 9 p.m. on select dates — 26, 28, 29, 30 December 2024, and 2, 4 January 2025. Request a personalized offer and make your visit unforgettable with your host!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Paris

  • Category

    Art & culture tours

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Español • Français • Italiano • Português • Русский

  • What's included

    Private Guide

Here’s an overview of your tour

If visiting the Louvre in Paris is part of your travel bucket list, this tour is here to make your travel wishes come true. And not only to make it a reality but to make your experience as smooth and enriching as possible. So, are you ready to discover the ins and outs of Louvre?

Follow your local host’s lead and embark on a journey full of unknown details, stories, and insights. Get ready to see the Louvre from a different perspective, from the must-sees like Venus of Milo and Mona Lisa to hidden gems. Forget about following a big group or audio guides; your local host will provide the right insights for a personal and unique experience inside this famous attraction. So, whether it’s your first time visiting the Louvre or you’re an expert on the subject, after this tour, you’ll leave having learned something new!

Make your experience hassle-free, and let your local host take care of arranging the tickets. That way, you can save time and go straight ahead to see more of this fascinating attraction known worldwide because, believe us, there’s plenty to see and learn!

Kindly ensure that you settle your payment with your host using the local currency, which is the Euro.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes.

Please note that the instant confirmation is contingent upon ticket availability and may not be guaranteed immediately.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Outside the pyramid of the Louvre, near the equestrian statue of Louis XIV (sole statue in Louvre’s courtyard)
  • Inside the Louvre

    Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees like Venus of Milo and Mona Lisa, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!
  • Keep Exploring

    After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Paris
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • Livia - Certified guide and passionate storyteller

    Livia

    Certified guide and passionate storyteller

    Livia
    4.9
    18 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • Português
  • Paola - The Cool Art Historian

    Paola

    The Cool Art Historian

    Paola
    5.0
    115 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español
  • Henrick - Licensed International Guide

    Henrick

    Licensed International Guide

    Henrick
    4.7
    110 reviews
    I speak
    Français • English • Español • Português
  • Anna - Guide of French savoir-vivre

    Anna

    Guide of French savoir-vivre

    Anna
    4.8
    51 reviews
    I speak
    English • Русский • Français
  • Julien - Storyteller and teacher

    Julien

    Storyteller and teacher

    Julien
    5.0
    181 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • Español
  • Hugo - The Doctor in Art History
    Fernanda - The Museum Guide
    +5

    Hugo, Fernanda & 5 other locals are available

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be aware of the cultural norms/expectations if entering religious buildings
  • Included

    • Private Guide
  • Not included

    • Entrance tickets are not included and need to be paid directly to the host in cash
    • Please note that the instant confirmation is contingent upon ticket availability and may not be guaranteed immediately
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
404 reviews
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    About local Hugo
    5.0

    Hugo's so fantastic, we've hired him twice

    "We hired Hugo for a tour of the Louvre in January 2024 and found him to be extremely knowledgeable, very interesting, funny, and just a bit irreverent in the best possible way. This January we had f...

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    About local Hugo
    5.0

    Excellent tour!

    "Our family (2 adults and 2 kids, 6 and 11 yo) had a tour with Hugo around Louvre. It was very both, insightful and entertaining, for all of us. We managed to see all the Louvre's hits and avoid the c...

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    About local Lucien
    5.0

    Great tour of the Louvre

    "Great, fun, informative tour"

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Why should you book a Withlocals tour?

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    100% customizable

    Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.

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    Private guided tours

    No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.

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    Responsible

    Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.

Questions?

We are here to help!

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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  • What payment methods are available?
    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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Julien - Storyteller and teacher
Fernanda - The Museum Guide
Henrick - Licensed International Guide

Our locals for this tour

Julien, Fernanda & 10 other locals

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