France · MUSEUMS
Good museum visits fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of the Louvre timed-entry ticket, with practical advice on queues, Mona Lisa crowds, museum highlights, timing, and value.
“We only went to see the Mona Lisa but judging by the size of the Louvre you could spend a few hours in there make sure you book a later booking as it’s not so crowded then”
See the Louvre’s Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and other masterpieces with an expert guide, reserved entry, headsets, and time to explore afterward.
“Directions to the site were written very poorly. Other tours post a link for sections that lead you’ll to the exact spot you should gather. City Tours fails to do this and I’ve missed to my events because I used the directions provided in the information in the email. DO NOT BOOK ANY TOURS WITH CITY TOURS!!”
Review of the Louvre entry and Seine cruise package, with timing tips, museum highlights, audio guide advice, costs, and practical details.
“It was great. The cruise on Seine was amazing at night.”
Explore Napoleon’s Tomb and France’s military past at Les Invalides, with vast arms collections, World War exhibits, and flexible one-day entry.
“had a fantastic time to much to see really enjoyed it”
See the Louvre’s Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo with a private guide, timed entry, and a focused 2.5-hour tour in Paris.
“You should definitely book this tour and if possible request Francoise! Perfect way to visit the highlights of the Louvre. Francoise made the tour informative and very enjoyable. He knows his way around the museum, past the crowds and knows all of the history behind the masterpieces. He was also very funny! Francoise told us that during the summer he does walking tours of Monmatre. I will be booking that tour on my next trip to Paris.”
Review of Louvre timed entry with host assistance and Mona Lisa audio guide, including queues, value, practical tips, and what to expect.
“Quick and convenient access to the Louvre with very little queueing”
Review of the Louvre highlights tour, including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, expert guides, skip-the-line entry, value, and practical tips.
“It was perfect. My tour guide was brilliant. Loved her wealth of knowledge. She was very articulate. Really enjoyed my afternoon at the Louvre”
Paris Museum Pass review covering value, skip-the-line access, reservations, pickup, top museums, Versailles, and whether 2, 4, or 6 days fits.
“We loved being able to see as many museums as time would allow us. The map helped us group them together so that we could plan effectively!”
See the Louvre’s greatest artworks, Napoleon’s apartments, and Egyptian treasures on a two-hour guided tour with priority entry.
“The beginning - getting organized- was a little chaotic but I’m not sure that was the guide’s fault. Once we got going it was great.”
Review of the Louvre guided tour, with Mona Lisa highlights, priority entry, Tuileries Gardens, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“François was an INCREDIBLE guide. He is very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about educating visitors. Took time outside of the tour on the way out of the museum to continue to educate and it was so kind and appreciated. You’ll be lucky if you get him as your guide!”
Save time at the Louvre with priority entry, a Mona Lisa introduction, and freedom to explore the museum at your own pace.
“It’s known to be crazy busy at the Louvre, but we savored the experience”
See the Louvre’s Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory with an expert guide, priority entry, and a focused two-hour route.
“Dimitri was very knowledgeable about art history and the Louvre. This was much appreciated! Thank you for a wonderful tour!”
Review of Louvre skip-the-ticket-line entry and Seine cruise in Paris, with practical advice on emails, queues, audio guides, value, and cruise details.
“It was a cold and rainy day, January 2, 2025 and because we bought these tickets ahead of time although the lines were long the queue was in the lower level of the carousel mall area so we were dry and warm as opposed to my previous couRead more”
Review of the Louvre Highlights Tour with Mona Lisa, including sights, guide quality, timing, price, meeting point, and practical tips.
“Stanislas was a wonderful guide. Very glad to have a knowledgable guide to get around in the Louvre.”
Review of Louvre entry with optional Seine cruise, covering tickets, timing, crowds, audio guide, value, and practical tips for Paris.
“The artifacts and artwork are astounding. Spent 7 hours in museum and still didn't see everything. It would make the visit better for visitors if a queue line was set up for the top exhibits, such as the Mona Lisa, to move people along instead of having many standing at the front for 15 minutes at a time. Dress cool because it is quite warm inside”
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