Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour
Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour
Duration: 5.5 hours (approx.)
5.5 hours (approx.)
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Follow the evolution of Western art in one day, from Renaissance masterpieces at the Louvre to Impressionist icons at the Orsay Museum.
Begin with a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Louvre, including reserved timed entry and highlights like the Mona Lisa, classical sculpture, and Renaissance works.
Enjoy a lunch break after the Louvre to rest and recharge before the second part of the tour.
Continue with a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Musée d’Orsay, focusing on Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masters such as Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Choose this combo to experience two iconic museums as one connected journey, with expert guidance, smooth pacing, and no need for separate planning.
Timed access to the Louvre
2.5-hour guided tour of Louvre Museum
Expert English-speaking guide
Reserved entry to Orsay
2.5-hour guided tour of Orsay Museum
Expert English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup or drop-off
Gratuities (optional)
Meals (lunch break is at own expense)
Tourists with guide outside Louvre Museum's glass pyramid entrance, Paris, France.
Explore the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay in one 5.5-hour semi-private tour with expert guidance and reserved entry tickets.
Getting started
Meet your guide by the Louis XIV statue in front of the Louvre’s main glass pyramid entrance. After a brief introduction, your group will pass through security and have tickets validated before heading inside to begin your museum journey.
What to expect
Louvre Museum & Musée d'Orsay
This combo tour connects two of Paris’s most celebrated art museums, each renowned for its unique collection and historical significance. The Louvre, housed in a former royal palace, is the world’s largest art museum, while the Musée d'Orsay, set in a grand Beaux-Arts railway station, showcases the evolution of modern art.
Features
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Mona Lisa and Louvre masterpieces: See da Vinci’s iconic portrait, the Venus de Milo, and works by Raphael and Delacroix, each representing pivotal moments in art history.
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Curated highlights: Your guide leads you to both celebrated and lesser-known pieces, offering context and stories that bring the collections to life.
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Impressionist collection at Musée d'Orsay: Discover the world’s finest assembly of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works, including paintings by Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, and van Gogh.
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Architectural landmarks: Experience the Louvre’s historic palace setting and the Orsay’s transformation from a 19th-century train station to a leading art museum.
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Reserved entry and small group: Benefit from reserved tickets and a semi-private group size for a more focused, interactive experience.
Guide showing Mona Lisa to tourists inside Louvre Museum, France.
Tourists viewing a classical statue inside the Louvre Museum, France.
Tourists with guide outside Louvre Museum's glass pyramid entrance, Paris, France.
Guide showing Mona Lisa to tourists inside Louvre Museum, France.
Tourists viewing a classical statue inside the Louvre Museum, France.
Ancient Assyrian reliefs displayed inside the Louvre Museum, France.
What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID for entry.
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Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and museum environments.
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Consider bringing a small bottle of water and snacks, as meals are not included and lunch is at your own expense.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museums; only handbags or small thin backpacks are permitted.
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
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Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the premises.
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Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
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Speaking may be restricted or require quiet in certain rooms; please follow your guide’s instructions.
Accessibility
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The venues are wheelchair accessible.
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Accessible restrooms and ramps are available in the museums.
Guide with tourists viewing sculpture inside Orsay Museum, France.
Guide with tourists in front of rhino statue outside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.
Ancient Assyrian reliefs displayed inside the Louvre Museum, France.
Guide with tourists viewing sculpture inside Orsay Museum, France.
Guide with tourists in front of rhino statue outside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.
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Operating hours
The Louvre Museum
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 1st Jan 2026, 1st May 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.
Orsay Museum
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
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