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Closing Time At The Louvre: The Mona Lisa At Her Most Peaceful

Summary Description

Get unobstructed views of the Mona Lisa without the crowds. In the company of an art historian, you’ll spend 3 hours in the Louvre learning about world-renowned masterpieces.

Highlights
  • Visit the Mona Lisa in peace and quiet at closing time.
  • See masterpieces by da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael & more.
  • Make the most of your Louvre visit with skip-the-line entry.
  • Hear amazing interpretations from a certified art historian.
  • Join an intimate guided tour with max 15 guests.
  • Description

    Visit the Musée du Louvre to see its most famous artwork, Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, without the typical crowds on this Louvre at Closing Time Tour. Enter the museum as it's getting ready to close, taking advantage of this time of day to admire the painting among fewer people. Plus, see the museum's other masterpieces with an art historian guide.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Local English-speaking guide
    • Expertly guided walking tour
    • Skip-the-line entry to Louvre Museum
    • Headset
    What's Not Included
    • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
    • Gratuities
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Place du Carrousel, Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Paris, FR

    Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the statue next to the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel in front of the Louvre Museum, opposite the pyramid at the entrance of the Tuileries Gardens (important: not the Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile, up the Champs Elysées Avenue). When facing the arc, meet at the winged statue on the left.

    Start Location Direction: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fj1Ag3EwpxgNAfUk6

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
    • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
    • The Louvre is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
    • This tour is in English.
    • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
    Know Before You Go
    • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
    • All guests (including children) must bring photo ID on the day of their tour.
    • Security measures are enforced at the Louvre. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed.
    • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
    • The Louvre is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
    • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
    • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
    • Closed bottles of water are allowed, food is forbidden inside the site.
    • Photography is allowed. No selfie sticks.
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

    Options

    Closing Time At The Louvre Pricing valid from Jan 1st until Mar 31, 2025

    Closing Time At The Louvre Pricing valid from Jan 1st until Mar 31, 2025

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) €93.00
    Child (0-3 years) €75.00
    Points of interest
    • MusĂ©e du Louvre - Galerie des AntiquitĂ©s, Quai François Mitterrand, Paris, France
    • Department of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities of the Louvre, Paris, France
    • Galerie d'Apollon, Quai François Mitterrand, Paris, France
    • Pyramide du Louvre, Paris, France
    • Louvre - Rivoli, Paris, France
    • MusĂ©e du Louvre, Rue de Rivoli, Paris, France
    • Place du Carrousel, Rue de Rivoli, Paris, France
    • Terms and Conditions

      Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

      Redemption Information

      Tickets will be held at the box office

      FAQ

      Is food & drink allowed in Louvre?

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      Closed bottled water is allowed, food is forbidden inside the visited sites.

      Is photography allowed inside the Louvre Museum?

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      Photography is allowed; however, selfie sticks nor professional photography equipment, such as tripods, are allowed.

      Can I bring my bag on my tour?

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      To ensure the safety of visitors, French authorities are enforcing security measures upon entry to the Louvre. Suitcases, luggage, and larger bags are not allowed inside. Only bags smaller than 55cm x 35cm x 20cm are permitted. Please accept our apologies for any delay or inconvenience caused by extra security checks.

      I am in a wheelchair, can I take your?

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      Unfortunately, the route we use on our Louvre Tour is not fully wheelchair accessible. However, an alternate route can be arranged to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs on our private tours. Please contact customer service to arrange a wheelchair-friendly tour.