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.
Guide with tourists viewing sculpture inside Orsay Museum, France.
Guide with tourists in front of rhino statue outside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.
Guide explaining sculptures to tourists inside Orsay Museum, France.

Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour, Paris

Paris
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Duration: 5.5 hours (approx.)

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Experience Paris like never before with this Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour, where you'll explore two of the city's most prestigious art museums in a single visit lasting 5.5 hours. Your tour begins at the iconic glass pyramid entrance of the Louvre, leading to an expertly guided journey through its vast collection and onward to the Musée d'Orsay, known for its long history and unique artworks. Meet your guide by the Louis XIV statue before entering both museums with reserved entry tickets included in this exclusive experience.

Explore the evolution of Western art in a single day by starting at the Louvre with Renaissance masterpieces before moving on to Impressionist icons at the Orsay Museum.

Commence your tour with a 2.5-hour guided exploration of the Louvre, featuring reserved timed entry and highlights such as the Mona Lisa, classical sculpture, and Renaissance works.

Take a lunch break after visiting the Louvre for some rest and recharging before continuing to the next part of the journey.

Proceed with a 2.5-hour guided tour at Musée d’Orsay, focusing on Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masters like Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.

Experience two iconic museums as one smooth journey by choosing this combo, which offers expert guidance and smooth pacing without the need for separate planning.

Entry to The Louvre with timed access

Guided exploration for 2.5 hours at the Louvre Museum

An expert, English-speaking guide will accompany you

Reserved entry provided for Orsay

A guided tour lasting 2.5 hours in the Orsay Museum

You'll receive an expert and English-speaking guide

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Tourists with guide outside Louvre Museum's glass pyramid entrance, Paris, France.

Tourists with guide outside Louvre Museum's glass pyramid entrance, Paris, France.

Your Experience with the Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour

This 5.5-hour excursion offers expert guidance and reserved entry tickets to explore two iconic museums in Paris: The Louvre and Musée d'Orsay.

Getting Started

Your tour begins at the Louis XIV statue, located by the main glass pyramid entrance of the Louvre. After a brief introduction, your group will pass through security and have tickets validated before stepping inside for an enriching museum journey.

The Museums You'll Visit: The Louvre & Musée d'Orsay

This tour smoothly connects two celebrated art institutions in Paris known for their unique collections. Housed within a former royal palace, the world’s largest art museum, the Louvre, is just one part of this experience. Meanwhile, set in an elegant Beaux-Arts railway station transformed into a premier gallery, Musée d'Orsay showcases modern art's evolution.

Highlights and Features

  • The Mona Lisa and other Louvre masterpieces: Witness da Vinci’s renowned portrait alongside the Venus de Milo, Raphael, and Delacroix works, each marking significant moments in art history.
  • Carefully selected highlights: Your guide will take you through both famous and lesser-known pieces, providing context with engaging stories that animate the collections.
  • Impressionist collection at Musée d'Orsay: Marvel at what is considered the finest Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works globally, including masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, and van Gogh.
  • Architectural landmarks to admire: Explore the Louvre’s historic palace setting alongside Musée d'Orsay's transformation from a 19th-century train station into an esteemed art museum.
  • Reserved entry and small group benefits: Enjoy reserved tickets with your semi-private tour, allowing for a more interactive experience in smaller groups.
Guide showing Mona Lisa to tourists inside Louvre Museum, France.

Guide showing Mona Lisa to tourists inside Louvre Museum, France.

Tourists viewing a classical statue inside the Louvre Museum, France.

Tourists viewing a classical statue inside the Louvre Museum, France.

Ancient Assyrian reliefs displayed inside the Louvre Museum, France.

Ancient Assyrian reliefs displayed inside the Louvre Museum, France.

What to bring

  • A valid photo ID is necessary for entry.
  • Suitable footwear and clothing are recommended, considering the walking involved in museums.

You might want a small bottle of water and snacks since meals aren't included; lunch will be at your own cost.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, or oversized luggage are prohibited inside the museums. Only handbags or slim backpacks can enter.
  • Pets aren't permitted except for registered service animals.
  • The use of alcohol, drugs, and any intoxicants is strictly forbidden on-site.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are banned in exhibition areas.

You may need to keep quiet or follow specific instructions from your guide regarding speaking within certain rooms.

Accessibility

  • The venues offer wheelchair accessibility.

Museums provide accessible restrooms and ramps for convenience.

Guide with tourists viewing sculpture inside Orsay Museum, France.

Guide with tourists viewing sculpture inside Orsay Museum, France.

Guide with tourists in front of rhino statue outside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.

Guide with tourists in front of rhino statue outside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.

Book at least a day in advance during peak season to secure your timed entry and avoid sold-out sessions.

Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking through the museums for about 5.5 hours, including both guided tours.

Come prepared with a small bottle of water and snacks since meals are not included in this tour.

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Operating hours

The Louvre Museum

Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:00am - 9:00pm • last entry 8:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 9:00pm • last entry 8:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
  • Closed on 1st Jan 2026, 1st May 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.

Orsay Museum

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:30am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Thursday
9:30am - 9:45pm • last entry 9:00pm
Friday
9:30am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Saturday
9:30am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
Sunday
9:30am - 6:00pm • last entry 5:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

Bring a valid photo ID for entry. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and museum environments. Consider bringing a small bottle of water and snacks, as meals are not included and lunch is at your own expense.
The venues are wheelchair accessible. Accessible restrooms and ramps are available in the museums.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museums; only handbags or small thin backpacks are permitted. Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals. Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the premises. Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces. Speaking may be restricted or require quiet in certain rooms; please follow your guide’s instructions.

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