Private Skip-the-Line Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa｜France

Meet your private art historian guide just outside the Louvre at the Arc du Carrousel and begin a stress-free visit with skip-the-line entry. Inside, your guide leads you through the museum’s grand halls and hidden corners on a carefully planned itinerary. As one of the largest collections of masterpieces in the world, it's impossible to see the whole museum in one trip, but luckily your expert guide has picked out the highlights for you. 

Admire the elegant curves of the Venus de Milo, the ancient Greek sculpture whose beauty has inspired generations. Continue to the Winged Victory of Samothrace, a breathtaking 2nd-century BC masterpiece that revolutionized sculpture forever. Along the way, encounter masterpieces by Michelangelo, Géricault, and Delacroix, and learn how their works reflect the spirit of France and its evolving artistic identity.

Then turn toward the museum’s most famous room the Salle des États, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. Before you enter, hear the story behind her enigmatic smile and why this portrait became one of the most studied and celebrated paintings in history. Once inside, you're free to take in the small but monumental portrait, absorbing the detail of the lady's endlessly analyzed expression, before rejoining your guide.

With an expert by your side, you’ll navigate the Louvre with ease and learn about the history of the stunning building itself, including its royal origins. This private experience is a comprehensive tour of the museum's highlights while giving you the flexibility to adapt to your pace and interests.

Please note: Louvre Museum entry (€28 per person) is included in this tour's price. Visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26 can visit the Louvre free of charge with valid ID and proof of residency, outside of the tour.