From 6 years old
Department of Egyptology of the Louvre
guided tour of the Louvre in the Egypt department

1 – WE DO NOT ACCEPT LONE CHILDREN (unaccompanied by an adult).
2 - YOU MUST BOOK A TICKET FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT (children and accompanying adults). 

Date in red the session is sold out
Date in green : Places are still available 🙂 Please note that if you are unable to select the desired number of tickets on the same order, there are not enough seats available overall -> choose another session.

If you'd like to take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, you can do so here only after the guided tour.

The family visit "Egypt at the time of the Pharaohs

The guided tour, for children from 6 years old, of the most famous department of Egyptian antiquities in the world

  • The objective of this guided tour  is to help children discover the life of the egyptians in the time of the pharaohsand the wonderful collection of Egyptian antiquities of the Louvre Museum
  • The guide first explains to the children how life was organized in Egypt in ancient times. Who were the pharaohs, what did the scribes do?
  • Then, she invites the children to discover the works in the windows duringa journey of discovery during which they try to decipher hieroglyphs
  • The visit ends with the evocation of life after deathThis is a fundamental theme in ancient Egypt. It is the occasion to discover the mummies, the mastabas and the canopic vases...
  • A small booklet will accompany the children throughout the visit

Rates and information for scheduled visits

  • 20 to 22 participants maximum per visit
  • duration : 1h30
  • Meeting place : Richelieu passage under the arcades outside (do not enter the museum)
  • This visit is animated by guide-lecturers
  • An adult seat is necessarily associated with a child seat.
  • Visit in French

Privatization

  • Who is it for? : school, extra-curricular, birthday, family...
  • Rate From 250 euros per visit
  • Increase of 20% on Sundays and holidays
  • Number 25 people max (adults and/or children) for groups
  • Number : 6 persons max (adult or child) for families
  • Visit in French or English
  • For schools : from 1st grade / primary
Find the list of our reviews
Star Star Star Star Star - Great outing for the kids
Written by Marie Claude Millot, 01-10-2024

Very friendly, child-friendly guide. Lots of people at the Louvre, but she knows how to avoid the crowds. Group size was reasonable, and with the headset you could hear the explanations perfectly. It's preferable for children to have some knowledge of Egypt, so that they can get the most out of the visit.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great experience at the Louvre
Written by Liza Yamazaki, on 27-05-2024

My 7-year-old son got to experience the Louvre on the theme of Ancient Egypt and he loved it (we did too!). Pauline was a great guide for the kids, captivating them for 1h30! We recommend it and we'll be sure to do it again next time we're in Paris.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great for kids!
Written by Arif Abdoulhoussen, 14-04-2024

we loved the visit to the Egypt section of the Louvre. The tour guide was able to help us find the meeting place. Suitable for ages 6 and up.

Star Star Star Star Star - very good tour, suitable for children
Written by Christine GARDEL, 10-03-2024

difficulties with the appointment, especially as we were not contacted by sms by the guide as planned. A lot of people in the passageway and a long wait (1h) to get in, which reduced the visit time before closing time.

Star Star Star Star Star - A well-paced tour suitable for younger children.
Written by Pauline Kerinvel , 10-03-2024

No accompanying booklet, no deciphering of hieroglyphs, but a very good relationship with the children and a good dose of information, presented in a playful way. A much-appreciated experience.

Star Star Star Star Star - 30-minute tour over 1h30
Written by AC, 01-03-2024

The tour started 1h15 late, so we were unable to follow it in its entirety due to an important appointment after 30 minutes of the 1h30. Cause: fire alarm at the Louvre. Lack of commercial sense and understanding when I asked for partial compensation. I was told that this was not the problem of the organization, which would not reimburse me. It's expensive for a 30-minute conference. It's a pity, because the speakers are top quality.

Reply from FamilinParis
Written by the Familin'Paris team

Dear Madam, I am copying the feedback from our partner following your message: Madame, The visit took place in its entirety and it is true that it started late due to an alert at the Louvre. We have already spoken at length on the subject. It was perfectly possible for you to choose to take part in the entire visit and delay the start of your children's homework. We understand your choice to prioritize homework over the visit, but we cannot be held responsible for a fire alarm at the Louvre.

Star Star Star Star Star - At the top!
Written by lorraine de ceaurriz, 01-03-2024

Very nice tour Perfectly suited to children. Pauline, our guide, was very interesting and captivated my 6-year-old son. Definitely worth a visit!

Star Star Star Star Star - More objects to see
Written by caroline MURAT, on 29-02-2024

Yes, absolutely

Star Star Star Star Star - a great time!
Written by Aurélien , on 28-02-2024

Great tour, very captivating and well-paced. Just one tiny remark: the headphones aren't suitable for all little ears, so we suggest different sizes if possible.

Star Star Star Star Star - Outstanding performance
Written by Christine MOLLE, 14-02-2024

I highly recommend this tour, which appeals to adults and children alike. The speaker, Cyril, was brilliant, with an impressive verbal flow and top-notch organization. I was with a 10 year old who really enjoyed it, but the younger 6 year olds also participated a lot.

Star Star Star Star Star - A captivating visit
Written by Nora Compagne, 13-02-2024

We enjoyed this family visit on a Sunday with two children (aged 6 and 9), and the guide/storyteller was very interesting and knew how to capture and hold the attention of young and old alike. We learned as much as the children did. Many thanks for this visit!

Star Star Star Star Star - Excellent
Written by CHLOE PARIENTI, 23-01-2024

Super fun, original and rhythmic activity for children and parents. It was great for awakening them to knowledge of the world and history. The lecturer was super gentle and very educational with the children.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great experience
Written by Celine Huet Scheur, 16-01-2024

This format is ideal for family visits with children. Nathalie, our tour guide, was top-notch. She knew how to captivate her audience, young and old alike. And she knew how to adapt the ideal language and posture for children. The hour-and-a-half format was perfect. The on-site meeting at the start was also very well organized. I highly recommend the experience.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great!
Written by Marie Baron, 15-01-2024

My son and I were delighted, I recommend it!

Star Star Star Star Star - Great visit
Written by Karl MARTINS, 22-12-2023

Great tour for kids and parents alike. Fun and interesting and well organized. We recommend this tour.

Star Star Star Star Star - I recommend
Written by Léo , on 05-12-2023

Excellent guided tour for the little ones, with lots of stories. The older children enjoyed it as much as the younger ones!

Star Star Star Star Star - Perfect
Written by ms, 27-11-2023

Incredible

Star Star Star Star Star - Marie is a great guide!
Written by Barbara Dallez, 12-09-2023

It's really a great idea for introducing our children to art and history. Marie is very generous in her approach and it's very enjoyable. The only downside is that it goes a little too fast in each room, and we could imagine activities in the booklet that are a little more stimulating for everyone, as the older children in the group quickly get the better of the younger ones. Maybe make one booklet for the older children and another for the younger ones.

Star Star Star Star Star - Disappointing
Written by Florence BAROS, 21-08-2023

This Louvre event for children is far too expensive. 1h20 guided tour for 128 euros, two children and two adults for just the explanation of a few works.... The booking went well, but the day before we were due to leave we were informed that our activity could not take place (the blame was put on Le Louvre) and another activity was offered as a replacement on another day, so the activity schedule was changed.... Although the activity was fun and interesting for the children, the quality/price ratio was unacceptable!

Star Star Star Star Star - Very good discovery of the egyptology department
Written by Sabine Zarrouati, 10-07-2023

Very complete, we finally saw a lot of objects. Good level, approached in a playful way.

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