Private tour in Paris Darya A

Hop Museums (Louvre & Orsay) with an Art Historian

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Darya A.

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Hello, I’m Dasha. I’m an art historian, licensed guide, and long-time Parisian—I’ve been living in this city I love for over 22 years. I studied at the Sorbonne, where I completed my Master’s degree in Art History, with a focus on painting and the history of both public and private art collections. Over the years, I’ve worked with auction houses such as Christie’s and Piasa, as well as contemporary galleries, and I’ve also been involved in curating exhibitions with emerging artists. These experiences have deeply shaped the way I see and share art today. But beyond my academic background, what I truly love is sharing my passion. For me, guiding is about creating meaningful and personal experiences—helping you not only discover masterpieces, but also understand them and connect with the spirit of Paris. I’ve always been passionate about travel. I’ve explored many countries across Europe, as well as India and South America, and I also lived in Dublin for a year as a Trinity College student. These experiences have made me open-minded, curious, and attentive to each traveler’s expectations. Today, I live in the Bastille area, right in the heart of Paris. I’ve also had the chance to live in beautiful neighborhoods such as Montmartre, Saint-Germain, Le Marais, and Versailles—experiences that allow me to guide you not only as a professional, but as someone who truly knows and loves the city. Alongside my work as a guide, I’m also a musician and DJ, passionate about electronic music, sound healing, and Vipassana meditation —another way for me to connect with people and create meaningful experiences. I enjoy helping travelers design their stay—through museum visits, walking tours, and personalized recommendations. My goal is always the same: to make you feel at ease, inspired, and truly connected to Paris, as if you had a local friend or even a family here. All my tours are flexible and tailored to your interests, because every journey is unique and deserves care and attention. I look forward to welcoming you to Paris. Anatole's France quote reflects perfectly my credo: "With science and love we made the world." (Le livre de mon ami, 1885). 2017- University of Lille-3 PHD student, Art History 2016- Licensed Tourist Guide (France) 2015- Paris-4, University of Sorbonne Master Degree, Art History 2009 - University of State of Minsk Master Degree, Literature I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Paris tour

My Hop Museum tour combining Louvre and Orsay collections is the best way to introduce my guests to the evolution of the history of arts going from Antiquity till the beginning of 20 century. During this tour we will skip the line and see the most important highlights of those two wonderful collections of paintings including Venus de Milo, Michelangelo's Slaves, Winged Victory of Samothrace, Manet's Lunche on the Grass, Renoir's Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette, Monet's Poppy Field and Water lilies, Van Gogh's Bedroom in Arles.

Recent Reviews

Raymond C.United States
June 2025

Dasha was a great guide, very knowledgeable about fine art

Ed S.United States
August 2024

We had a wonderful time with Dasha during our tours of the Louvre and Orsay! She is incredibly knowledgeable and has such a passion for the art world. She was lovely to interact with and made sure that we had a wonderful experience. We highly recommend Dasha for this tour!

Matthew C.United States
May 2024

Had a fantastic experience on this tour! Dasha was warm, full of energy and incredibly passionate about art. The tour covers a lot of ground, and Dasha struck the perfect balance between keeping things moving and diving deeper into particular areas of interesting. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge and love of art with us!!

Marina P.United States
August 2022

My family and I had a wonderful tour with Dasha! She is very informative and passionate her work and about making us understand the beauty in art. She pointed out things that we would not have otherwise noticed and guided us effortlessly through both museums. The Louvre and Orsay Museum Tour is an absolute must for everyone visiting Paris and ask for Dasha! Thank you Dasha for a memorable day. Marina USA

Dianne C.United States
June 2022

We booked this to avoid fumbling with maps in finding our way around the Louvre & Musee D'Orsay. Dasha guided us expertly through both, even navigating us around some big crowds in the Louvre. We appreciated her art historian knowledge; it made our visits more meaningful. It was helpful when Dasha showed us reference works & inspiration photos for some pieces we saw. She used her phone, so it was hard to see the references sometimes. Another Paris guide used full-page printouts, which were easier to see.

Julie L.United States
April 2022

Our family was very happy we booked this tour. The museums are so large she helped us get through and see the highlights that we wanted to see all in one day.

Your Paris tour itinerary

Highlights Generally Include: (if artwork is not on loan or being restored etc. ) - Mona Lisa, - Da Vinci, - Venus de Milo, - Michelangelo's Slaves, - Winged Victory of Samothrace, - Manet's Luncheon on the Grass, - Renoir's Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette, - Monet's Poppy Field and Waterlilies, - Van Gogh's Bedroom in Arles

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking

What's included
Other: Entrance tickets are NOT included. Please purchase them promptly, as they sell out quickly in the high season. The official Orsay Museum website is the best place, if not available try FNAC. Tickets are timed and individually named. Guided tour in the Louvre and Orsay museum with an official licensed tour guide graduated in History of Art
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What's not included
Other: Entrance tickets are NOT included. Please purchase them promptly as they sell out quickly in the high season. The official Louvre or Orsay Museums sites are the best places, if not available try FNAC. Tickets are timed and individually named.
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Meeting location

Paris, Île-de-France, France

We will meet at the entrance to Museum.If we start our tout at Louvre We will meet next to the Statue of Louis the 14th in front of the Pyramide of Louvre. If we start at Orsay we will meet next to Rhinoceros statue at the main entrance

Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Museums
Tour reference number
506009
Languages
English
French
Russian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.9

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This private tour in Paris is perfect for art enthusiasts and history buffs who want to explore the Louvre and Orsay museums with an expert. It's also ideal for families, as the tour is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a light activity level. With Darya A., an official licensed tour guide with a background in History of Art, you'll gain deeper insights into the masterpieces and history of these iconic collections.

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