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Louvre Private Tour – The Essentials and More with Expert Guide

★ 4.9 (271 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor) · Operator: Dayin

  • Compared option: Deep Dive Private Tour in 4h
  • 4 h for this option
  • Private up to 6 per booking
  • Live guide: French, English
  • Entry ticket included in the price
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Editor's take

Dayin’s private visit lasts 4 hours, with a break and guiding in English or French. Its listed highlights include the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and Coronation of Napoleon. You can have the visit adapted to your interests, useful if you want more detailed art history.

Gallery closures or loans can change the route, even on this longer private visit. The lower Thursday price belongs to a separate English tour lasting 2 hours and starting at 15:00. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before your booked departure.

Which Dayin option gives you 4 hours at the Louvre?

4 options. Prices are per adult for a party of two, the usual lowest price of each option. The booking page shows the price for your date.

OptionWhenGuideFrom
Deep Dive Private Tour in 4h Compared Private Tour 4h: This is the tour if you want to get technical and learn as much as you can about art history. This includes a break. Duration: 4 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 9:30, 10:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30French, English€367
Highlights Private Tour 2h Thu 15:00English€230
Highlights Private Tour in 2h Private Tour 2h: Go straight to the essentials and discover the must-sees in 2h (other languages on request if booked more than 3 weeks ahead) Duration: 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 9:30, 10:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 18:30French, English€273
Extended Private Tour in 3h Private Tour 3h: Explore more of what the Louvre offers with this 3-hour tour. This can be customized to a unique theme upon request ahead. Duration: 3 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 9:30, 10:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30French, English€322

What's included

Included

  • Private Experience
  • Entrance Ticket
  • Tour of the Highlights
  • Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

  • Hotel pick-up or Drop-off
  • Tips/Gratuities

Tour or official ticket?

Dayin charges €367 for admission and a private visit lasting 4 hours, including a break. The official ticket is €32, or €22 for European Economic Area residents and citizens. Admission alone suits you if you prefer browsing independently, with no guided schedule to follow.

Meeting point

Meet your guide next to the horse statue in front of the pyramid. If you're using Google Maps, make sure to type in "Louvre Pyramid". Your guide will be holding a blue "Dayin" sign. Consider traffic in Paris and leave early to make it on time for your tour.

Itinerary

From the operator: Dayin's own description of the route.

  1. Louvre Museum

    2 h · Admission included

    Explore the Louvre in Paris with an expert guide and entry ticket. Learn about some of the most famous paintings in the world, including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Coronation of Napoleon.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Know before you go

From the operator: Dayin's own notes for this tour.

  • Tickets and ID

    • Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26, upon presentation of valid ID and proof of residency.
  • Rules inside

    • There may be a wait at security. During high season, this wait can be up to 20 minutes.
  • Access and children

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Route and closures

    • Some galleries of the Louvre Museum may be closed without prior notice, or pieces may be removed for restoration or loan.
  • Good to know

    • Public transportation options are available nearby

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 from 271 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor together.

Viator

4.9 83 reviews

  • 5 stars93%77
  • 4 stars4%3
  • 3 stars2%2
  • 2 stars0%0
  • 1 star1%1

Tripadvisor

5.0 188 reviews

  • 5 stars98%184
  • 4 stars2%3
  • 3 stars1%1
  • 2 stars0%0
  • 1 star0%0

As shown on Viator, read 13 November 2026. The rating is for the whole listing, not for one option.

Photos

From the Dayin listing, 8 photos in all.

From the operator

Dayin's own description of the tour.

Discover the Louvre’s masterpieces in a private tour tailored just for you. With your expert guide, experience an intimate and engaging journey through art and history, free from the rush of large groups. At Dayin, a Paris-based company born from our love of Paris and its museums, we’ve been exploring the Louvre since childhood. Our guides are in the museum daily and know how to easily navigate the crowds and show you the must-sees.

Read more

Your private guide will customize the tour to match your interests, whether you’re a first-time visitor or an art enthusiast looking for a deeper exploration. • 2h Highlights Tour – See the must-sees like the Mona Lisa & Venus de Milo. • 3h Extended Tour – Explore famous & lesser-known masterpieces. • 4h Deep Dive Tour – A fully immersive Louvre experience. Enjoy optimized access with your guide, and feel free to continue exploring the museum at your own pace after the tour. No need to print or download anything—just arrive and enjoy the experience!

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