About this tour
A three-hour private tour through the Louvre with an art historian guide, focusing on the museum's most significant works. You'll encounter Leonardo's Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo, and Théodore Géricault's dramatic Raft of the Medusa, alongside deeper dives into lesser-known pieces and Egyptian antiquities. The tour adapts to your interests, so you're not simply ticking boxes but actually engaging with art that shaped Western culture.
Highlights
- Leonardo's Mona Lisa with historical context and technique
- Venus of Milo and Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss sculptures
- Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People revolutionary canvas
- Géricault's haunting Raft of the Medusa shipwreck narrative
- Egyptian wing: sarcophagi, sphinxes, and funerary treasures
- Customisable route based on your artistic interests
- One-on-one access with professional art historian
What to expect
Your guide meets you at the Louvre and navigates the sprawling galleries with purpose rather than rushing. Expect detailed commentary on composition, historical moments, and the stories behind acquisitions—why a painting matters, not just what it depicts. You'll stand in front of actual masterpieces rather than photos, hearing anecdotes about Napoleon's coronation portrait or the political fury surrounding Delacroix's Liberty. The Egyptian section offers tangible contact with 3,000-year-old objects. Three hours lets you absorb rather than sprint; the guide reads the room and can linger on pieces that captivate you.
Good to know
Entrance fee (€22) included; under-18s and EU residents under 26 get free admission with ID. Bring comfortable shoes—the Louvre's floors are vast. Public transport is nearby. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to locate your guide near the entrance.
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