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The organization of the waiting time and the detailed communication of how the visit was organized,allowed us not to have exhausting waiting times. Very detailed audio guide for important works. Only thing is the tickets arrive at the last and no one responds to emails....anxiety as a tourist
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Mouse Louvre visit and Bateaux Moches wonderful! Although tickets for the date we chose were sold out on the museum's official website, we found a super package on Ticket Paris through Headout; visit to the Louvre Museum + cruise on the Seine with Bateaux Mouches. We started with the Louvre Museum; the amount of people queuing for entry was truly unimaginable, but thanks to our scheduled tickets with date and time, the queue in a few minutes was exhausted and we were able to make entry at the museum. Everything was organized perfectly. Immediately after our visit to the museum, we went to the point from which our cruise on the Seine would shortly depart; the convenience that a boat departs every half hour allowed us to better organize our connections. Arriving at the boat, in a few minutes, showing the ticket via app on our smartphone, we got on--and immediately ready to depart on the cruise. A 1-hour tour, in which we saw what most characterizes Paris. Everything was perfect, despite the fact that we were not familiar with the site and the app! The tickets arrived in the inbox the night before our visit, and with the convenience of having them directly on the app even without the use of an Internet connection. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
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Everything was absolutely amazing except the audio part. It was too confusing. I thought my purchased ticket covered the audio, but it didn't. I downloaded the audio, not once, but twice and it didn't work. Otherwise, our trip there was Amazing!! We loved it. I saw the Mona Lisa in person! Beautiful museum!
I visited the Louvre Museum with an advanced ticket, which made entry quick and smooth—just 15 minutes to get inside. The museum is massive, spread across seven floors, and you need at least three hours to explore it properly. If you're in Paris, alongside the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre is like a souvenir you simply can't miss. The experience was incredible! It takes you on a journey from 200 BC to the 20th century, showcasing hidden gems that have never seen sunlight. The sheer history and artistry within its walls make it an unforgettable visit. Highly recommended!
First of all we areived earlien than was given, ao we had more time for an another activity. Eifel tower i liked the most. I thought wexare going until the second floor, but we went to the top. Was amazing end first time. I liked it also by Louvre we just came in to our time period end we just just came in because we had ticket, and we did not have to wait outside. Proximatly 20-30 minits until you get in.
The entire exhibit was breathtakingly beautiful! I can't believe I was even seeing all those painting with my own eyes. Obviously the Mona Lisa was glorious but every other painting in that museum was just as equally extraordinary!
The queues were well organized and we showed the ticket to the staff and they immediately indicated which queue we should go to. The museum is incredible and quite large, we loved the experience!
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Despite the delay, I was able to get home.
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It was great! Thank you very much!
What a great overall experience, thank you
It was an unforgettable experience to see the Italian collection.
Italian works and in particular the gioconda
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Exhibits were enormous and good
The pre-booked ticket is highly recommended.
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We queued for twenty minutes, staggered queue depending on the time of reservation. Good organization
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The Louvre is breathtaking. You feel like you're in another time🤩
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I was able to avoid the long wait to enter the Louvre
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Fashion exhibition, Mona Lisa etc,
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Couture exhibition. Very nice. Purchase and museum entrance ticket ok. Suggestion: that you can print tickets or share the file.
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Extraordinary 🥰I came with my mother to show him the beauty of the Louvre, we both stood there with our mouths open 🤩
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I was amazed by the fantastic ceiling paintings and designs. When everyone gathered in front of the paintings, just look up.
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It was not clear I thought I purchased an audio guide with my ticket. I stood in a long line up to receive my audio guide Then when one was was not provided, I had to stand in another line to get an audio guide that was no longer available as many were broken and they were sold out. The Louvre exhibits were lovely and iconic. The W/C' were dirty and not well attendee's and not enough for the venue
Very nice to see! I recommend it because if you go to paris it deserves it! The only thing the audio guide we didn't use because it only explained you 5/6 paintings and that's it!
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We also managed to get in a few minutes earlier than the time stipulated in the reservation, and this allowed us to cope better with the queue at the security checkpoints. The museum is really big and rich, although some rooms were closed for new installations. The visit lasted for more than 5 hours, which literally flew by between pavilions. I recommend visiting the museum in the morning when it is open, so as to avoid as much as possible the huge mass of people arriving throughout the day. The beauties admired were a balm to the eyes and a caress to the soul.
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With more than 35,000 artworks at the Louvre, don't miss out on the most famous artworks with the help of a guide.
With more than 35,000 artworks at the Louvre, don't miss out on the most famous artworks with the help of a guide.
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Easy booking and clear instructions. Given the enormity of the Lourve, this was probably the best way to get a compressed overview of the highlights. Three hours was definitely enough time for a visit. Lots of stairs, standing and walking. Our guide was very knowledgeable, a little too dramatic at times.
Yvan was our guide. He is great. Kind. Punctual. What he told us was very interesting. To the point. He guided us perfect trough the museum and towards the headlights. Gave us important tips.
Excellent tour guide! Extremely Knowledgeable, navigated through groups, aware of individual needs of those on tour. Told great stories with simplicity!!
Julien was a really nice guy. We will never forget his Great Stories about History and Art. Germany gave him 10 Points from 10. thanks for this Great experience.
Julien was unique. He did a great job on the tour. Funny but also very knowledgeable. We would do it again at any time👍👍👍👍👍
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The best thing about our tour of the Louvre was our guide (Laurence), she was fun, very knowledgeable, explained in detail the exhibits, patricularly the the paintings and the statues, the artists the composition and the meaning. By booking a skip the queue guided tour we also got into the museum very quickly rather than stand in line for several hours.
Our guide was very knowledgeable and took time to answer our questions. Technology (headphones) very good. Very nice experience.
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The Louvre and the area around it appeared to be very crowded, but we were able to easily find out meeting place for our guide tour and entered the museum through another entrance. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered many answers. She thoughtfully allowed us all a bathroom break before the tour started. We saw many famous pieces of artwork that I would not have been able to see if I had been on my own. I very much enjoyed this tour and would recommend it to everyone
This was our first visit to the Louvre, so we didn't want to be messy. We opted for a guided tour. We had no regrets: the young guide was fascinating and answered all our questions, as well as being very, very friendly. We'll be back to discover other works, starting with Egypt. Thanks to the organizers, and thanks to the guide.
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Our tour guide did an awesome job in taking us to see the key artwork in the museum and spent over two hours providing history of the Louvre, the artist's work and maneuvered us through the crowds. She was very attentive to her group and kept it at a pace for everyone to keep up and rest when needed. The ticketing was easy doing it on line. Only drawback was the meeting location which has several tour groups and we went to the wrong ones first. If we paid attention to the instructions to look for the blue shirts it would have saved us time.
Our guide Julian gave us a very enthusiastic tour of the rooms. He showed us the various paintings and sculptures in a very entertaining way and also explained the creation of the works and the development of the respective art movements. It was a pleasure to listen to and see Julian. We saw and learned a lot. Julian adapted his tour to our pace and our interests and also showed us things that we would otherwise have passed by carelessly. It was a great tour all round and we can highly recommend it to anyone! Almost 3 hours of pure entertainment and knowledge! Many thanks for that!
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It was all good Guide was also nice she explained everything only there was no one standing at the meeting point nor carrying any flag where other tour operators were there with their identification.that was the only mess Headout or his agency should take care of that..
Our guide Julien gave us a great tour of the museum. He did a great job of involving the children so that they never got bored and we learned lots of interesting details and connections. Thank you very much for the great tour!
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The ticket purchase process was super easy. Finding out guide and the staff at the Arc du Carosel was also no problem. Our guide Raeed was outstanding! He was awesome. Funny, thorough, extremely well informed and he made it an absolutely fantastic experience. I recommend him without reservations!
Sylvanie, our guide was right where Headout said she would be. She was well organized and started on time. The tour was well done. The ticketing process was very smooth and the directions easy to follow. Head out sent a reminder just before the date, which was nice.
According to the announcement, the tour was planned from 10-12 am, meeting at 9.45 am. We waited until 10.10 am for late guests (why?). The actual start at the museum was only around 10.45 am. So we only had about 75 minutes. The entrance procedure is of course in place. But this should also be stated in the tour description.
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The guide fantastic but the price exaggerated ( more than 80 euros each, there were two of us) since unbeknownst to me it was a group of 23 people
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Tino, our guide was fabulous. She was very knowledgeable and fun. She showed us the highlights of the museum and showed us where to go to see certain exhibits. She knew how to handle the crowds at the Louvre. She made time for the elderly in our group and provided breaks as needed. I would give her a 5 out of 5 stars!
The wealth of background information, lively storytelling and exemplary transfer to the present day. Julien was the best guide you could wish for. He was technically competent and absolutely enthusiastic about the topic, which he was able to convey perfectly Thank you very much
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The detail our guide (Anthony) provided was wonderful! He gave us insight for all the art work he had us view and we were 100% happy we booked this tour. 15/10 would recommend.
the guide didn't speak English very well and you couldn't understand him. I felt it was a bit rushed, I guess it had to be because it was a natural for the louvre, but it wasn't very memorable.
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Our guide did a tremendous job providing just te right amount of information while gauging interest of the guests. Would absolutely do it again and again!
First of all, it was very advantageous not to have to wait in long queues. Our guide was very nice, had a wealth of knowledge and was very pleasant to listen to.
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The tour guide was very nice and we got into the museum very quickly and easily. She just went through everything with us very quickly and didn't take much time.
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Anthon was a great guide at the Louvre. I thought going on a holiday weekend would be crowded- at it was- but he navigated the crowds expertly. The tour was very informative and well timed. It was easy to find Anthon- I popped out of the metro and he was waiting right there with the group. He also provided helpful information and I stayed at the musuem another 2.5 hours.
Gain reserved entry to the Louvre and enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise in a convenient combo.
Gain reserved entry to the Louvre and enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise in a convenient combo.
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Mouse Louvre visit and Bateaux Moches wonderful! Although tickets for the date we chose were sold out on the museum's official website, we found a super package on Ticket Paris through Headout; visit to the Louvre Museum + cruise on the Seine with Bateaux Mouches. We started with the Louvre Museum; the amount of people queuing for entry was truly unimaginable, but thanks to our scheduled tickets with date and time, the queue in a few minutes was exhausted and we were able to make entry at the museum. Everything was organized perfectly. Immediately after our visit to the museum, we went to the point from which our cruise on the Seine would shortly depart; the convenience that a boat departs every half hour allowed us to better organize our connections. Arriving at the boat, in a few minutes, showing the ticket via app on our smartphone, we got on--and immediately ready to depart on the cruise. A 1-hour tour, in which we saw what most characterizes Paris. Everything was perfect, despite the fact that we were not familiar with the site and the app! The tickets arrived in the inbox the night before our visit, and with the convenience of having them directly on the app even without the use of an Internet connection. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
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Despite the delay, I was able to get home.
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It was great! Thank you very much!
What a great overall experience, thank you
Italian works and in particular the gioconda
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We also managed to get in a few minutes earlier than the time stipulated in the reservation, and this allowed us to cope better with the queue at the security checkpoints. The museum is really big and rich, although some rooms were closed for new installations. The visit lasted for more than 5 hours, which literally flew by between pavilions. I recommend visiting the museum in the morning when it is open, so as to avoid as much as possible the huge mass of people arriving throughout the day. The beauties admired were a balm to the eyes and a caress to the soul.
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Tickets were easy to use by being sent on WhatsApp. The directions to use the booked services were clear and timely.
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The museum visit was great. However, I bought three combined tickets with a boat trip on the Seine and the tickets for this boat trip were not accepted (the code was wrong). Even after contacting the chatbot, I was sent the tickets for the museum again, which was of no use to me for the Seine boat trip. We were therefore unable to take the boat trip, which was very annoying. I request a refund and compensation on my credit card.
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I was quite stressed as I only received the tickets about 5 hours before the event, which made me worry it might be a scam, especially after reading a lot of negative reviews. However, everything turned out fine and the tickets for both the Louvre Museum and the Seine Cruise were valid and worked without any issues.
There were no problems about tickets, we waited oco time despite the large attendance. Inside there were many people and in some places it was not easy to approach the works. Very difficult to approach the Mona Lisa! Still, a good experience.
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Unfortunately we did not avoid the queue despite the ticket, we got in about half an hour after the scheduled time and quite a queue. The only positive note was that we managed, with a combined ticket and costing twice what we would have spent, to get into the Louvre
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The incredible grandour of the entire museum, friends were not kidding that would take several days to see most of it. Was able to book multiple attractions using headout and was phenomenal, would have been entirely different if not for them.
We visited the Museum on a very crowded day and I must admit that the handling of the masses was more than appreciable evidently the approach to the works was a tad shared with dozens and dozens of people, the space with the Mona Lisa was almost impassable because of the turnout.
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It was not clear if I can come to the boat cruise before 5pm or just from 5pm and then go to the Luevre after cruise. But this stations are too far from each other. Less time for the Luevre, unfortunately.
I bought 5 Tickets, received only 3 Tickets all on the same name. Only 3 People could go to the Louvre and 2 Had to wait outside.
Was very suspicious using Headout as had never heard of them before and I struggled to find concrete reviews. I was trying to source tickets to the Louvre in Paris as they get booked up weeks in advance and the trip was quite impromptu. I had been everywhere for them but to no avail. I decided to try Headout and it was well worth it. We booked a river cruise and entrance to the Louvre for 2 adults and 2 children. They state that the tickets will be emailed the day before the event which naturally I thought was a scam. It was not! They rely on their local operators to obtain them usually. Sure enough I received them a day before. Only the 2 adults require paid tickets and one of them was titled as my youngest which had me concerned. I called the helpline and spoke to Alicia who could not have been more helpful. She looked into it and confirmed that it would all be ok after contacting their local operators. She even went the extra mile to send me the tickets again with confirmation that it would not be a problem. Thank you Alicia and thank you Headout we had a great time. You do pay more than the face value of event tickets but the ability to source what is needed when needed is invaluable. I would not hesitate to recommend them and will no doubt be using them again.
Everything was phenomenal, a very nice ride, good treatment and a lot to see and enjoy. And enjoy. Just a thank you for this great experience.
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The Headout ticketing system allowed us to book the visit several days in advance and at a time conventional to us. The reservation also allowed us to reduce the waiting time of the long queue present
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The museum was amazing and the booking process very straightforward. One suggestion. Be clear as to when the tickets will arrive. I was told one day, then 60 min, and then 30 min. I chatted support and was told that tickets will arrive two hours before the start time. I would have preferred that was stated from the outset.
The visit to the museum was wonderful, but I received the tickets two hours before the appointment and then couldn't open them at the entrance. It was a bit stressful. My daughter is 17 and didn't really need a ticket, did she? I bought 2 tickets. Excursion by boat was very good, even if my language wasn't included.
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The visit itself was great. Headout only provided the ticket 1.5 hours before the event started. That was very annoying. Contact with Headout was only via automated reassurance clauses. As I had read many cases on the internet where customers did not receive their tickets from Headout, I was very unsettled. Of course, I was delighted when the tickets did arrive. However, I had already booked a replacement event and had to change my plans again. A theater like this can only be recommended to a limited extent.
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The museum is truly unmissable. The tickets arrived only two hours before the 'scheduled time, moreover postponed without being notified. Also, the 'reserved access did not particularly reduce the ettesa time; we stood in a long line. However, it was worth it.. The well-organized tour on the Seine
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Everything went well. Good description. The only thing is that the tickets could be sent by e-mail earlier than 12 hours to create more trust.
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Queues cancelled, only 15 minute wait as the informational email read. The arrival of tickets a few hours before the event is the only problem, but otherwise everything was perfect
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Tickets for the Louvre on the day of my interest were no longer available on the museum's official website, and thanks to Headout I was able to find them even though I booked at the last minute. However, the tickets did not arrive immediately after payment and I received them only a couple of hours before my visit to the Louvre. This made me worry but then it was fine.However, the chat assostance service cintinued to answer and reassure me that The tickets would arrive, and they did. I also had some doubts about the tickets but I resolved them by calling the available English-speaking assistance, which answered immediately. I suggest getting in line at the Louvre an hour in advance of the booked time.
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Get escorted entry to the Mona Lisa with a host and bypass the crowds.
Get escorted entry to the Mona Lisa with a host and bypass the crowds.
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Company responded promptly to enquiries and the fast track was immensely helpful. Steve was great too
There were crazy lines, but we went right through without any problems. The girl before we went in explained to us thoroughly how the museum is divided. It was worth it to pay a little more.
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Guide was lovely but was not able to talk about what we were seeing and did not take us directly to the Mona Lisa so we were in a large crowd for quite awhile. Not what I expected for the price!
You had all well organized and we got to museum without any problems or discomfort. Also we managed to visit all exhibits in museum in time. The experience was very good and museum is amazing!!!
If you don't have much time, it's great because you don't have to find your own way around as you are guided through the most important rooms
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Everything worked out great and the meeting point was also well explained and easy to reach right in front of the Louvre! The tour itself was also super sufficient, in a brisk walk through all the important areas and also to the Monalisa, enough time to take a few photos! For someone who doesn't need a detailed explanation of every exhibit, this tour is great!
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The price was a bit exaggerated compared with the experience on site, because in the end, like everyone else in front of the Mona Lisa, I was just guided through the different rooms without explanation. I discovered by myself the QRCode for the guided tour ...
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Knowledgeable guide, able to share information about history and paintings as well as help expedite process to enter Louvre.
You don't wait it the very long line huge benefit! If it is your first time in Louvre you do not expect how huge it is. It is perfect to get you to Mona Lisa or you might get lost and to need hours to get oriented and find your bearings. Worth it. I recommend to anyone who visits the Louvre for the first time.
I enjoyed being able to visit, having little time, the works that interested me directly and without standing in line. Otherwise in the Louvre you get lost. Nice and helpful guide, who made an effort to speak in Italian. Highly recommended !
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The lourve was magnificent, we expected more interaction with / from the guide but it was more of a conga line to the Mona Lisa then off you go on your own
Great view, lot of painting and great service
What we wanted.....skip the line. Head to the Mona Lisa. Then able to explore the museum at a pace we enjoyed.
Good guidance and good explanations from the guide during the walk to the Mona Lisa
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Punctual, friendly and competent
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It was very efficiently managed and well executed.
Great experience. The guides were very nice . Due to time limitations it helped cutting the long waiting time
The louvre is huge and I saw the basics. Which were some of the most classical pieces of art. Truely wonderfu
Quick visit compatible with presence of young children to see the essentials and get oriented quickly
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Seriousness professionalism and punctuality
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Saw the highlights which was exactly what I wanted! No line and straight to Mona Lisa and all the highlights!!
Great objects and efficient guided tour
Great tour, very interesting
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The instructions on meeting point was very clear...good tour and actual skip the queue was seen
Audio guide in German would be quite good
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Enter the museum at a later time slot and enjoy it with fewer crowds.
Enter the museum at a later time slot and enjoy it with fewer crowds.
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The evening visit was more convenient for us, as I also had children with me. The Louvre was a huge place and an incredibly beautiful building. There were so many really cool paintings and other art objects. Even the ceilings of the building were very artistic!
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Super memorable experience. Amazing building and ambiance. Should've gone for the audio guide for next visit though.
The Louvre is wonderful, packed with the most amazing collection of paintings, sculptures, artefacts etc but it is VERY difficult navigating your way around. The signage and the floor plan are hopelessly inadequate and there seem to be too few people around to ask for your help. It's a shame to visit a fantastic place like that and end up wasting time and becoming frustrated by not being able to find your way to where you want to be.
The visit was definitely worthwhile. The museum is very spacious. The time slot from 19 h - 21 h is too short. Very long queues in front of the museum despite having a ticket. We only got in at around 19:25. This meant you could only see the highlights in the museum, which was a shame.
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10 experience, everything perfect.
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The Quiet Mona was really impressive
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Unbelievable art collection. Good help from people at the museum. Short lines.
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Combine your visit to the Louvre with tickets to either the Orsay Museum, the Palace of Versailles, or the Eiffel Tower and save big.
Combine your visit to the Louvre with tickets to either the Orsay Museum, the Palace of Versailles, or the Eiffel Tower and save big.
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If you like history, then it's definitely worth a visit. We enjoyed the whole experience from the gardens to the Palace itself. Would definitely recommend.
Everything was fine with the ticket and the service, they even called to make sure I didn't have any questions. I received the ticket again via WhatsApp the day before, so everything was really on the safe side. The castle itself is overrated for me, there are more beautiful places in Paris and the surrounding area. The garden is beautiful and really worth seeing and lovingly designed.
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Our tour guide was incredibly warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable at the ripe age of 25. Liam is pursuing a wondrous future and shares that energy in his tours. The meet up point is a souvenir shop adjacent to some of Paris's best culinary experiences. Our tour was the 9Pm which eliminates the crowds and provides easy, quick, and the most amount of time visiting this historical icon of engineering architecture. We strongly recommend this tour and paying the extra to have a personal experience above and beyond a walk in visit without a tour. Thank you, Liam for a wonderful time together.
Thanks to the advance booking, there was virtually no waiting time. The concept of redesigning the former train station was extremely successful.
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Bonjour we did this experience on Monday February 24th, the French guide was great he taught us a lot about this monument so fabulous I would recommend you without problem
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Top,very nice museum and castle
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We loved the guide in Spanish. Liz, I think her name is Peruvian.
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A lot of history, memories and just imagining how it was all built is south of real...
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Fast entry. Enough space for visitors. Beautiful gardens and music of orchestra in park.
Greatness and beauty of the palace, but it would be perfect if the various fountains had working water
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Sydney was a great guide, friendly and informative
Quick entry, friendly staff, everything well maintained.
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Very good, everything organized and fast.
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Everything. It was wonderful to see Paris from above.
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It was great to hear from you.
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Very good experience, your guide was excellent, showed us history and step by step on the Eiffel Tower. The summit option was worth the height, wait, and memories 😊
Versailles is just impressive and magnificent. But, I do understand why the revolution arrived. So much wealth in one place - A beautiful and fantastic castle like this will also always have a backside and a different story
The meeting point is a disused store. I was afraid it was a scam. There were no queue-cutting tickets. We queued for 2 hours to get our tickets. The only positive point was the guide's energy, which was perfect.
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Variety of esppste works. Cleanliness of the facility. Organization. Only note the too long wait time to get a drink at the bar.
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Everything worked perfectly. No waiting time at the entrance, individual tour of the palace, then through the gardens. The only unpleasant thing was that, with two exceptions, the fountains were not (yet) turned on. All in all, a wonderful day in a historic place.
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Very nice to see! I recommend it because if you go to paris it deserves it! The only thing the audio guide we didn't use because it only explained you 5/6 paintings and that's it!
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Had booked a time slot, still came in 1 h later, at least they could have said something about it!!!! Otherwise it's wonderful there! You've often seen it in movies and now live!
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This experience was perfect! Sol our tour guide was amazing. She was knowledgable and her tour was interesting. I learned many new facts about the Eiffel Tower.
Reliving the moments of history. I did not like the lack of information. Going in at 3:30 pm they could have communicated that the trianon closed at 6:45 pm at least we would have gone to the trianon first and then to the gardens.
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We had to queue for quite a while due to a "strike" no apologies. Waited and queued for a long long time for just a cup of tea - suggest a separate place for visitors only wanting a drink! Alot of time wasted queuing- apart from the above it is a stunning Palace!
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The Louvre Palace is an impressive structure with its classic Renaissance architecture and large, open courtyards. This epic building, dating back to the 12th century, started out as a fortress built by King Philip II. Fast forward a bit, and it transformed into a magnificent castle between 1364 and 1380. After the French Revolution, it became the world-renowned Louvre Museum we know today.
So, it's your first time here and you're feeling a bit like a kid in a candy store—where do you even start? Let’s break it down for you. The Louvre is divided into three main wings: Denon, Richelieu, and Sully. Each wing is spread across different levels and has its own vibe and treasures.
The Denon Wing is like the main stage at Coachella, and the Mona Lisa is the headliner. When you step into this wing, head straight to Room 711 to see Leonardo da Vinci's most famous lady. Look out for The Wedding at Cana by Veronese (a stunning 70 square meter grand banquet scene), which is literally the largest painting in the Louvre. It's so big, you'll feel like you're part of the banquet! Don't miss Liberty Leading the People by Delacroix either.
Feeling fancy? Then head over to the Richelieu Wing. The highlight here is the lavish apartments of Napoleon III. You’ll be floored by the chandeliers, the gilded furniture, and the sheer decadence of it all. Don't miss the statue of Marly Horses; they’re dramatic, dynamic, and absolutely Insta-worthy. And if you're into history, the collection of Near Eastern antiquities will transport you back to the days of ancient empires.
Last but not least, the Sully Wing is your gateway to ancient civilizations. Start your adventure by exploring the Egyptian Antiquities section. Here, you'll find mummies, sphinxes, and all sorts of treasures that will make you feel like Indiana Jones. The Sully Wing also houses the medieval foundations of the Louvre. You can walk through the remains of this medieval structure. It's dark, mysterious, and super cool.
Here is an in-depth guide to the different levels at the Louvre Museum and the artworks you can see in each wing.
Each of the wings is spread across different levels of the Louvre Museum. Read on to locate the masterpieces of the museum.
This level showcases ancient sculptures like Venus de Milo and Winged Victory of Samothrace, Egyptian antiquities, Islamic art, and remnants of the medieval Louvre.
Level 1 houses iconic paintings like Mona Lisa and Liberty Leading the People, along with Renaissance masterpieces, royal apartments, and decorative arts.
Level 2 features an extensive collection of European paintings from the 14th to 19th centuries, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Rubens, and French masters.
Find the detailed map of the Louvre Museum here.
Scattered throughout the Louvre, you'll find an eclectic mix of objets d’art and ancient artefacts that will transport you to different eras.
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The Richelieu Wing showcases an impressive collection of textiles and tapestries that tell stories from history.
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Bling alert! The Louvre’s jewelry collection features exquisite pieces, including French crown jewels and other royal extravagances.
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Step back in time with the Louvre’s furniture collection, featuring historically significant pieces from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
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The Louvre’s painting collection is a visual feast with over 7,500 works from the 13th to the mid-19th century, predominantly from Northern Europe.
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In the Pavillon de Flore, explore a variety of prints and drawings that showcase the talent of master artists.
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The Louvre is a haven for sculpture enthusiasts, with an array of ancient Greek and Roman works, as well as pieces from the Renaissance onwards.
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Get a glimpse into ancient civilizations with an extensive collection of writing and inscriptions.
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Pressed for time but still want to soak in the Louvre's magic? Here's a speedy yet satisfying guide to the absolute must-sees in the Louvre.
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The Pyramid is the main entrance to the Louvre Museum, which has the following queues:
The other three other entrances are:
Unsure of where to start? Try exploring one of these curated walking trails:
Looking for some cool souvenirs or books? The Louvre has four different book and gift shops where you can find guides, books, art objects, replicas, and merchandise related to both temporary exhibitions and the permanent collections.
Just a heads up, all the shops are closed on Tuesdays, January 1, May 1, and December 25. Want to skip the crowds? You can also check out the Louvre's online store.
Feeling hungry? The Louvre has a variety of places where you can grab a bite, whether you're inside the museum, under the Pyramid, or enjoying the Tuileries Garden.
Inside the Palace
Under the Pyramid
In the Tuileries Garden
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Before you start your adventure, here are a few things you need to know:
Animals: Only guide dogs are allowed inside.
Meet the grand dame of Paris! The Eiffel Tower is an iconic iron structure that offers jaw-dropping views from its towering heights. It's a symbol of romance and architectural genius, perfect for that unforgettable Instagram shot.
Distance: 5 km
Art lovers, we’ve found you your special place. The Orsay Museum, housed in a stunning Beaux-Arts railway station, is a visual feast of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. Think Monet, Van Gogh, and more – all under one incredible roof.
Distance: 2.7 km
All aboard for a scenic cruise. Glide along the Seine River and soak up the sights of Paris's most famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay, and more. It's the perfect way to see the city from a new perspective.
Distance (to Vedettes du Pont Neuf): 800 m
A standard Louvre ticket grants entry to the museum with an optional audio guide (available in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian). You can also opt for direct access tickets to the Mona Lisa, guided tours which include an expert-led tour of the museum with optional access to the Mona Lisa, and lastly, combo tours are for those who want to club other Parisian experiences with a visit to the Louvre.
Tickets for the Louvre Museum are typically non-refundable and cannot be modified, exchanged, or refunded once purchased.
No, Louvre Museum tickets are valid for single entry only. Once you exit the museum, re-entry with the same ticket is not permitted.
On weekdays, visitors with pre-booked tickets might experience minimal wait times, often around 5 minutes. However, during weekends or peak tourist seasons, even with a timed entry, waits can extend to 20–30 minutes or more.
Without prior reservations, wait times can be considerably longer, sometimes ranging from 40 minutes to over two hours. To minimize waiting, it's advisable to book tickets online in advance and consider visiting during off-peak hours.
The Louvre Museum is open from 9am–6pm (last entry at 5pm) on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays. On Wednesdays & Fridays, the museum stays open until 9pm for a special night tour experience. The museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Most guided tours last about 2-3 hours, but you can easily spend an entire day exploring the vast collections.
Yes, the Louvre is equipped with facilities to accommodate visitors with disabilities, including loaner walking sticks and wheelchairs, reserved parking spots, and accessible restrooms. For visitors with hearing and visual impairments, user-friendly facilities are available.
Plan ahead, book skip-the-line tickets, start with the highlights (Mona Lisa, Winged Victory, Venus de Milo), and take breaks—it's huge! Engaging children with interactive guidebooks, museum apps, or family tours can make the experience more fun and educational.
No, food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition areas. However, you can bring a small bottle of water. The Louvre has several cafés and restaurants, including Café Richelieu, Paul Bakery, and the Angelina Tea Room. You can also picnic in the nearby Tuileries Garden.
Yes, the Louvre Museum offers free Wi-Fi in most areas under the network name "Louvre_Wifi_Gratuit".