Paris Louvre Small Group Tour: Mona Lisa & Museum Highlights

See the Mona Lisa up close in Paris with a guide who knows every corner

You’ll walk straight into the Louvre with a local guide and just five others—no long waits or getting lost in crowds. See world-famous works like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo up close, hear stories you won’t find on signs, and linger as long as you want after your tour wraps up. It’s personal, lively, and surprisingly easy.

What’s included

Your day includes facilitated entry to the Louvre Museum with an expert licensed guide leading a small group of no more than six guests; entrance ticket covers both your guided highlights visit and unlimited time afterward to explore on your own—no need to print anything or worry about logistics once you show up at the meeting spot.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Louvre's famous masterpieces

• Enter Louvre with expert guide
• See Mona Lisa painting
• View Venus de Milo statue
• Admire Victory of Samothrace
• Discover Liberty Guiding the People
• Continue exploring museum freely

The Experience

“We’re going left,” our guide said, and honestly, I just followed because the Louvre is a maze. There were six of us, all shuffling through that first big hall — you know, where the ceilings look like wedding cakes and you can smell old stone mixed with perfume from someone’s scarf. Our guide (Camille) waved us past a crowd waiting for tickets. I didn’t realize how good it feels to skip a line until you’re actually breezing by people still fumbling for their printouts.

I thought I’d be most excited about seeing the Mona Lisa, but it was Victory of Samothrace that got me. Camille explained how it used to stand at the prow of a ship — she even did this little gesture with her hands, like wings. The sound in that stairwell is weirdly echoey, almost hushed even when there are people everywhere. We stopped by Venus de Milo too; someone asked if her missing arms were ever found (nope). There’s something about seeing these things in person — they look smaller or bigger than you expect. I kept thinking about how many feet have walked these same marble floors.

The group was small enough that we could actually ask questions without feeling awkward. At one point, Camille pointed out some graffiti left by 19th-century visitors — totally missed it before. She told us stories about artists sneaking into the museum at night (not sure how much is true but it made us laugh). After our last stop, she handed us our tickets so we could wander more if we wanted. I stayed behind just to watch the light shift through those glass pyramids outside — kind of cheesy maybe, but I still think about that view sometimes.

Top questions

How many people are in each Louvre small group tour?

The group size is capped at 6 guests per tour.

Does this Louvre tour include entry tickets?

Yes, your entrance ticket to the museum is included in the price.

Is there skip-the-line access for this tour?

Yes, streamlined entry is provided so you spend less time waiting.

Can I stay in the museum after the guided tour ends?

Yes, your ticket lets you stay as long as you like after the tour finishes.

Are children allowed on this Louvre highlights tour?

The tour is suitable for all ages; kids under 18 get free admission with valid ID.

What artworks will we see during this Louvre guided tour?

You’ll visit highlights like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Victory of Samothrace.

Is this small-group Louvre tour accessible by public transport?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby.

If I have mobility needs or hearing impairments can I join?

Please let them know when booking so accommodations can be arranged if possible.