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The Secrets of the Louvre Facades

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Discover the secret history of the Louvre façades like you’ve never seen! Our expert guides reveal the mysteries hidden in stone for 800 years. From the medieval fortress to the modern pyramid, explore a unique route revealing esoteric symbols, Napoleonic bees and enigmatic hieroglyphs. This guided tour, from the Lescot Wing to the Tuileries Gardens, takes you on a fascinating journey through the eras when each facade tells a little-known story of the world’s largest museum.

  • Guided tour with a guide-speaker

In front of the East façade, rue de l’Amiral-de-Coligny, opposite the Saint-Germain-L’auxerrois church (Metro: Louvre Rivoli, Line 1)

Arrival: Jardins des Tuileries (Metro: Carousel du Louvre, Lines 1 and 7)

Meeting and Pickup

  1. ATTENTION: This tour does not give access to the interior spaces of the Louvre Museum. The tour takes place outdoors only.

Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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English, French

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From US$16.95