The Musée du Louvre was not originally museum. It was a fortress that was built in 1190. In the 16th century, it was turned from a fortress into a royal palace. It was only in 1793, after the French Monarchy moved to the Palace of Versailles, that the first Louvre museum was opened to the public, and offered just 537 paintings.

Today, the Louvre is the biggest and one of the greatest museums in the world.
We invite you to discover some of the masterpieces of the Louvre. From the great Sphinx of Egypt, and the Greek sculptures like the Venus of Milo or the Winged Victory, we’ll also take you through the Italian department of paintings. You’ll of course learn about all the great mysteries of the Mona Lisa, and you’ll also see the biggest painting in the Louvre, the Wedding in Cana.

Learn about the French History too, by discovering the famous painting “The Liberty guiding the people” by Delacroix, or “the Coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte”.

This tour : Louvre Highlights Evening is only available in the evenings of Wednesdays and Fridays. The Louvre can be very crowded on certain days. If you have to possibility, book your tour at the Louvre with one of our expert guides in the evening. You’ll have the chance to discover the masterpieces while the visitors and groups are leaving the museum.

Early evening, before diner, is one of the best ways to experience the visit of the Louvre with your certified guide.

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