Louvre Reserved Access with Eiffel Tower and Cruise Option
Meet your host at the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel and enjoy reserved access to the Louvre Museum, the world’s largest museum with more than 9,000 years of history. Your host will escort you directly inside and guide you through an orientation route covering the must-sees: Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona L
What To Expect
Stop 1
Admission includedDiscover the best of Paris through 3 must-see sites Admire the Grand Musée Du Louvre Access to the 1st and 2nd floors of the Eiffel Tower by elevator The best view of Paris over the water If All included option selected: Louvre Let yourself be escorted to the Mona Lisa and through a selection of highlights and then discover the museum at your own pace during a fascinating stroll through this ancient palace, surrounded by incredible masterpieces. Eiffel Tower With your reserved access, take a lift to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, the 324-metre high historic monument built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Paris World Fair. Admire the magnificent 360° view over the city and explore this unmissable monument at your leisure. Seine Cruise At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, board a one-hour cruise on the Seine with an audio guide. Marvel at the fantastic architecture of the heart of Paris' most prestigious monuments along the banks of the Seine.
Stop 2
⏱ 2hAdmission includedIf you select the “Eiffel Tower & Sightseeing Cruise” option, you will receive all the details of your experience during your Louvre check-in (please arrive at least 20 minutes early!). Please note that you will need to make your own way to the Eiffel Tower. Your ticket includes access via elevator to the 2nd floor of the iconic “Iron Lady.” A downloadable audio guide will be provided—don’t forget your headphones and make sure your phone is fully charged! Afterward, enjoy a relaxing one-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine River, taking in some of Paris’s most beautiful landmarks from the water.
Stop 3
⏱ 1hAdmission includedIf you select the Option to the Eiffel Tower and the Cruise : enjoy a relaxing one-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine River, taking in some of Paris’s most beautiful landmarks from the water.
Stop 4
⏱ 20 minThis is the meeting point of the tour. The Arc du Carrousel is a small triumphal arch located just west of the Louvre, at the entrance to the Tuileries Garden. Built by Napoleon Bonaparte to celebrate his military victories, it features marble columns, detailed sculptures, and a chariot with four horses on top. Today, it’s a charming landmark and a perfect spot to enjoy views of the Louvre, the Tuileries, and the historic Parisian axis.
Stop 5
Pass byYou will admire the Musée d'Orsay from the Seine River if you select the option. The Musée d'Orsay is a world-famous museum housed in a former railway station on the banks of the Seine. It features an exceptional collection of 19th- and early 20th-century art, including masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and Renoir. The building itself, with its grand clock and Beaux-Arts architecture, is as impressive as the artworks inside.
Stop 6
Pass byIf option selected, admire this monument from the Seine River Notre-Dame Cathedral remains one of Paris’s most famous Gothic monuments. Admire its towers, flying buttresses, and rose windows from the river, imagining its centuries of history.
Stop 7
Pass byIf option selected, admire this monument from the Seine River. The Pont Alexandre III is an ornate bridge celebrated for its Art Nouveau lamps, statues, and gilded figures. It’s a favorite photo spot and a symbol of Parisian elegance along the Seine.
Stop 8
Pass byIf option selected, admire this monument from the Seine River. From the river, you can glimpse the Place de la Concorde, a historic square famous for its obelisk, fountains, and views of the Champs-Élysées. It’s a central point connecting many of Paris’s grand boulevards.
Stop 9
Pass byIf option selected you will admire this monument from the Seine river cruise. The Hôtel de Ville is Paris’s city hall, a magnificent Renaissance-style building. Its façade and towers are especially impressive when seen from the Seine, with the river reflecting its architectural details.
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •MEETING POINT: Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel – Right-hand side of the arch (with the Louvre Pyramid behind you), 75001 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador. Please do not confuse the Carrousel Arch with the Arc de Triomphe.
- •Arrive 20 minutes before the beginning of the tour. If you arrive after the indicated time we have to consider a no-show.
- •Louvre: A cloakroom is compulsory for umbrellas, luggage, and pushchairs that are not allowed in the exhibition rooms.
- •The Louvre Museum closes at 9:45 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- •Louvre : Access to temporary exhibitions is not included in this tour.
- •No re-entry is allowed once you leave the Louvre Museum (and the Eiffel Tower if that option is selected).
- •This is not a guided tour; it is a timed-entry experience with a host who will take you to the museum’s masterpieces.
- •This is a hosted tour only; the escort will not provide a guided commentary.
- •Free admission applies to: Visitors under 18 EEA residents under 26 (valid ID and proof of residency required)
- •Optional Eiffel Tower + Cruise : To enhance your visit, scan the QR code to download the audioguide on your smartphone. Don’t forget your headphones and make sure your phone is fully charged.
- •Optional Eiffel Tower + Cruise: All visitors are subject to security checks. Prohibited items will not be allowed inside the Eiffel Tower. Access may be affected by the Vigipirate plan, security controls, or crowds, which may result in long waiting times.
- •Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included?+
Included: If Louvre Museum 1st Entrance Selected enjoy the calm of early access for an unforgettable visit.; Your guide will escort you inside and through an orientation route covering the must-sees; Seine River cruise ticket with commentary (if option All included selected); Access to the 1st and 2nd floors of the Eiffel Tower by elevator (if option All included selected). Not included: Access to temporary exhibitions; Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Where does it start and where do I meet the guide?+
The exact meeting point is on the booking page.
What is the cancellation policy?+
This experience is listed with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Check the exact terms on the booking page before you pay.
What suitability and accessibility information does the operator list?+
The operator lists the following: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Public transportation options are available nearby; Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness; MEETING POINT: Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel – Right-hand side of the arch (with the Louvre Pyramid behind you), 75001 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel…; Arrive 20 minutes before the beginning of the tour. If you arrive after the indicated time we have to consider a no-show.; Louvre: A cloakroom is compulsory for umbrellas, luggage, and pushchairs that are not allowed in the exhibition rooms..
How many people can be on one booking?+
A single booking can include 1 to 20 travelers. At least one adult is required on each booking.
What kind of ticket do I get?+
The ticket type is listed as: mobile only.
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