Discover Paris’s artistic treasures on a semi-private guided tour of the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay. Limited to six guests, this half-day journey brings masterpieces and stories to life.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the tour involves moderate walking and standing with breaks; no special physical condition required.
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History
The Louvre was originally a fortress in the 12th century before becoming a royal palace and eventually one of the largest art museums in the world.
Conservation
Both museums participate in ongoing art preservation programs that use eco-friendly methods to protect cultural heritage for future generations.
Babylon Tours Paris
Discover Paris’s artistic treasures on a semi-private guided tour of the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay. Limited to six guests, this half-day journey brings masterpieces and stories to life.
Babylon Tours Paris operates guided cultural and museum tours in Paris, Île-de-France, offering immersive experiences for visitors seeking expert-led exploration. The company specializes in private and semi-private tours across landmark institutions and neighborhoods, including the Orangerie Museum, Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre, the Rodin Museum, and the Montmartre district.
Tours are available in multiple languages—English, Spanish, Italian, German, and Russian—matching the options listed for each experience. Typical itineraries range from 1.5 to 2.5 hours, with specific tours described as 1.5–2 hours or 2–2.5 hours, and include both skip-the-line museum visits and walking routes through Montmartre. Guides focus on art history, key masterpieces such as Monet’s Water Lilies, Impressionist collections, and the artistic heritage of Montmartre including sites linked to Van Gogh and Picasso.
Private formats allow personalized pacing and attention, while the semi-private Orangerie tour provides a small-group option. Babylon Tours Paris is featured on The Adventure Collective, which lists its experiences and trip summaries. The business presents factual tour summaries that outline attractions, durations, and languages. Trip summaries specify included highlights and guide language, helping travelers match interests to museum tours, walking routes, and duration preferences during visits to Paris. See each trip listing.
Location
Paris, Île-de-France
Based in Paris, Île-de-France
Private Tours
10 private tours
Personalized small-group formats
Languages
5 languages offered
English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian
Tour Lengths
1.5–2.5 hrs
Museum and walking tour ranges
Select language, duration, and itinerary—find full trip details on The Adventure Collective listings and book the right guided tour for Paris.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect to spend several hours walking and standing inside the museums, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is a must.
Arrive Early
Arriving 10-15 minutes before the tour start helps with check-in and maximizes your time inside the museums.
Bring a Lightweight Bag
Large bags are not allowed inside the museums; a small daypack or handbag will suffice and move easily through security.
Keep Your Phone Silent
To fully immerse yourself and respect other visitors, keep your phone on silent and avoid loud conversations during the tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes keep you comfortable during long museum walks and standing periods.
Light jacket or sweater
A layer you can add or remove helps adjust to changing indoor and outdoor temperatures.
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Water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months and extended tours.
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Small handbag or daypack
Allows you to carry essentials easily and comply with museum security restrictions.