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Discover the Louvre in Paris: Essential Semi-Private Guided Tour for You (Max 6 Guests) - Saint-Merri
Join a 2.5-hour semi-private (6-guest maximum) guided tour of the Louvre with entry included and let your expert guide lead you to the museum’s most iconic pieces while revealing the rich history of the building-today larger than the palace at Versailles. Designed for travelers booking through Varoom in the Saint-Merri neighborhood of Paris, this tour puts you inside the galleries for an intimate, informative experience that blends art, architecture, and cultural context to help you make the most of your visit.
About this activity in Saint-Merri
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Join a 2.5-hour semi-private guided tour of the Louvre in Saint-Merri, Paris, with entry included so you skip general lines and get straight into the galleries.
- Explore iconic masterpieces and discover the surprising history of the building - today larger than the palace at Versailles - with an expert local guide.
- Small-group experience: the tour is capped at 6 guests for a more personal, in-depth visit and better access to highlights.
- Reserved museum entry and professional commentary are included, giving you focused insights into major works and selected rooms.
Important Information
- The tour price includes the adult museum entrance fee (€22), a professional guide and a 2.5-hour itinerary; gratuities and hotel pickup are not included.
- This experience requires a moderate level of fitness; it is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with significant walking disabilities, though infants may use strollers.
- A minimum of 2 guests is required for the tour to run; you must provide a mobile phone number (with country code) at booking and follow dress and bag rules - no large suitcases.
- Temporary exhibitions may be excluded and some rooms have quiet or restricted-talking rules; public transport and taxis are available nearby for easy access.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at the Louvre’s glass Pyramid in the Cour Napoléon (main entrance) 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Look for the guide holding Varoom signage or check your mobile for the contact details provided after booking.
Includes
- You’ll receive a reserved-entry adult ticket (€22) for the museum so you can skip general-admission lines at the Louvre museum near Saint-Merri, Paris.
- A professional tour guide leads the experience, giving you expert insight into the collection and the building’s highlights.
- The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours, a compact yet thorough introduction to key works.
- This is a semi-private experience - group size is kept small so you never join more than 6 guests for an intimate visit.
- Semi-private museum access with reserved entry tickets is included so you can focus on the art rather than logistics.
Excludes
- The tour price does not include hotel pickup or drop-off; in Saint-Merri, Paris we recommend using a taxi or ride-hailing service such as Uber for transfers.
- Gratuities for your guide are not included and are optional based on your satisfaction.
- Temporary exhibitions at the museum are not included in the tour admission.
- The tour is not available for guests with walking disabilities or those using a wheelchair; contact us if you need assistance planning an accessible alternative.
Other
- Infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller, making this option family-friendly in the area.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can easily reach the meeting point in Saint-Merri, Paris.
- You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to comfortably complete the 2.5-hour walking tour.
- It is imperative that you provide a mobile phone number for your party, including country code, so we can contact you with any updates.
- Although the tour is semi-private, a maximum of 8 people per tour is allowed under our operating rules.
- Minimum numbers apply: the tour requires at least 2 guests to run. If the minimum is not met, you’ll be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- The Louvre museum may be subject to occasional, unannounced closures. If opening is delayed more than one hour from the start time, we’ll provide an appropriate alternative but cannot offer refunds or discounts in these cases.
- Appropriate dress is required for entry to some sites on the itinerary; please avoid large bags or suitcases-only handbags or small, thin backpacks are allowed through security.
- Heightened security measures at major attractions can create lines even for 'skip the line' access; please plan accordingly.
- Certain rooms enforce quiet or restricted talking; your guide will brief you before entering these spaces so you know what to expect.
- Collections can vary throughout the year, so exhibits seen in one visit may differ on another date.
- 100% satisfaction guarantee: to be eligible for a resolution, contact us within 24 hours of your tour and give us a chance to make it right before posting negative reviews; reach out after the tour for assistance.
- Free admission applies to visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26 when valid ID and proof of residency are presented at entry.
Customer Reviews
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Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Sergio was an excellent host and guide! He had interesting facts and insights to share and the experience was well worth the money. There’s so much to see at the Louvre and Sergio helped us to really enjoy our visit! Merci, Sergio!!
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Summary:
You learn a lot. Guide very engaged. Time flew by. No waiting in lines. Private locker for bags and coats.
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Summary:
Manu was absolutely wonderful. Extremely knowledgeable and made the experience very enjoyable. He was patient, kind and made sure we were informed. It was 2.5 hours and it went by fast. He also helped us get around and was very accommodating . Highly recommend.
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You get a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Louvre with reserved entry and an expert guide, plus the €22 adult entrance ticket included. The semi-private format limits the group so you can see iconic artworks and learn the history of the building that rivals Versailles.
Yes - infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is family-friendly; however, keep in mind the tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness and some rooms have quiet or restricted speaking rules.
You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. The museum may close or open late without prior notice; if opening is delayed more than one hour from the tour start, you will be offered an appropriate alternative. For satisfaction issues after the tour, contact the operator within 24 hours so they can make it right under the 100% satisfaction guarantee.
This is a true semi-private museum tour with a maximum of 6 guests, ensuring an intimate sightseeing experience and more time to engage with your guide and the art.
The tour is not available for guests with walking disabilities or those using a wheelchair. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to comfortably navigate the galleries.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included (you should use taxi or public transport). No large bags or suitcases are allowed through security - only handbags or small thin backpacks. Appropriate dress may be required for some rooms, and you must provide a mobile phone number (including country code) when booking.
