Louvre Exterior Walk and Entrance Ticket
About This Tour
Begin your Louvre experience with a guided exterior walk around this historic palace-turned-museum. Your expert guide will share fascinating stories about the Louvre's transformation from a medieval fortress to a royal palace, and finally to the world-renowned museum it is today. Admire the iconic glass pyramid designed by I.M. Pei, the Cour Carrée, and the beautiful architecture that spans centuries. Learn about the museum's most famous residents, including the Mona Lisa, and get insider tips for navigating the vast collection. After the exterior tour, you'll have access to enter the museum, where you can explore at your own pace with your included entrance ticket. This is the perfect way to combine a cultural walking tour with independent museum exploration.
Itinerary
Meeting Point & Introduction
Meet your guide in front of Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, next to the underground entrance at your selected time (10:30 AM or 4:30 PM). Introduction to the Louvre's history.
Exterior Architecture Tour
Walk around the Louvre complex, admiring the glass pyramid, Cour Carrée, and various architectural styles. Learn about the building's evolution from fortress to palace to museum.
Museum Entry & Orientation
Enter the museum with your skip-the-line ticket. Receive orientation and tips from your guide about must-see artworks and how to navigate the vast collection efficiently.
Photo Gallery
What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Exterior walking tour of Louvre
- Entrance ticket to Louvre Museum
- Stories about the palace and museum history
- Tips for navigating the museum
What's Not Included
- Audio guide (available for rent inside)
- Food and drinks
- Tips for guide
- Personal expenses