Guided Tours

Louvre Museum Guided Outdoor Walking Tour with Entry Tickets

Name: Louvre Museum Guided Outdoor Walking Tour with Entry Tickets
Start: 2025-03-14T10:30:00
End: 2025-03-14T11:15:00
Location: Paris

Exterior view of the Louvre Museum in Paris, showcasing its iconic glass pyramid entrance during daytime

Tourists on a guided walking tour outside the Louvre Museum, holding entry tickets, Paris, France.

View of Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe from Tuileries Garden, with a glimpse of the Louvre Museum, on a sunny day in Paris, France

Tourists enjoying a sunny day at the Louvre Museum and Tuileries Garden in Paris, a popular day trip destination

Visit the iconic sights that surround the Louvre on a 45-min guided outdoor walking tour. Return to the Louvre with entry tickets and explore its many attractions through a self-guided visit.

Highlights

Have you wondered about what is surrounding the Louvre? With this outdoor walking guided tour, explore the monuments surrounding the museum and its garden before entering the majestic attraction.
Tour the magnificent Cour Carrée, right in the Louvre's backyard, and follow in the footsteps of royalty by walking underneath the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel.
Visit the famous square where the beheadings of the French Revolution took place and explore the beautiful Jardins des Tuileries, with all its flowers, statues, and ponds
Fun fact: The Louvre was empty during World War II.

Inclusions

45-min tour of the outside of the Louvre
Expert English-speaking guide
Entry to the Louvre

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Hernán

5/5

May, 2024

Very good experience with the very friendly and knowledgeable guide, and with the preferential access to the museum that saved us a long line, most appreciated by those of us who are seniors.

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Silvia

5/5

Dec, 2023

After an initial difficulty in locating the local partner, we found the guide, who was very good, knowledgeable and thorough. The entrance to the museum was easy despite the large turnout. The visit to the museum was pleasant and well directed by the guide thanks to his precise directions

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Christina

5/5

Aug, 2024

Simone was our tour guide and was fantastic

Luis

5/5

Jun, 2024

The Monna Lisa and the mummified mummy, I would definitely come back again.

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Kimberly

4/5

May, 2024

Seeing the painting that the Mona Lisa is facing. Great tip!

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Your experience

Explore the outside of the Louvre

Begin your journey with your guide on a mini walking tour of the most iconic spots all around the world-famous museum. Find out why Louis XIV moved out of the Louvre so he could live in his new Versailles palace in the country and learn about how he converted the swamp into a luxurious haven. Next, follow the footsteps of the royals and stand under the famous Arc de Carrousel. While here, learn about the historic significance of the nearby Tuileries Gardens, its former palaces, and the royals who once lived in them.

Stroll along the gardens and take in the views of what is now known as the Historic Axis of Paris, and see the Luxor Obelisk at the Place Concorde. What was once known as the Place de Revolution is now a beautiful Parisian square. This is the very same spot where the beheadings of Marie Antoinette and thousands of other aristocrats took place. Look farther and you can even glimpse the most famous arch of them all: the Arc de Triomphe. Continue towards the river Seine and see many famous sites, including the imposing Conciergerie, where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned before her execution.

Self-guided tour of the Louvre

Return to the Louvre from the back after passing by gorgeous gilded gates to the rear courtyard, before continuing through the dark archway into the main courtyard. Here, the Cour Napoleon opens wide before you and you'll once again see the statue of Louis XIV on horseback. Get ready to enter the Louvre with the timed entry ticket for your self-guided visit.

Know before you go

Additional information

In the summer months, it is recommended to wear a cap and sunscreen. Wear comfortable footwear and clothing for this tour.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide.
Please ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.