Private tour in Paris Darya A

Louvre with Art Historian - Skip-the-Line Highlights

4.9

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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

The history of the Louvre Museum is magnificent. Its rich art collection is of unfathomable proportions. And so to pick which works to see or which galleries to visit inside the Louvre can be a mind-boggling experience. With me you will follow a carefully curated route designed to make your visit smooth, meaningful, and unforgettable. We will walk through the old beautiful apartments where the Kings and Queens of France once lived, and where French history was written. We will discover the history of European civilisation through the many masterpieces of the Louvre such as The Venus of Milos, the Victory of Samothrace, and the paintings of Raphael, Leonardo de Vinci and Veronese. We will discover the grand gallery of French paintings whose artworks are considered a national pride.

Recent Reviews

Angela M.United States
1 week ago

My husband and I are not well educated on art and Dasha did a fantastic job of providing just enough information to make it interesting and educational.

Olivia B.
April 2025

Dasha was very smart and had a lot of good information to share about the Louvre's history and major artworks. She was patient with us and our children and gave the appropriate amount of information and made sure to help us see the must see items. Highly recommend

Stacey W.United States
January 2025

Dasha was a great tour guide for our family of five. During the holiday season, the Louvre is an intense mass of people and we didn't have any stress with Dasha leading the way. She is clearly passionate about the art and was very engaging. I'm so happy that we connected with her just wish the two hours didn't go by so quickly!

Ben K.
January 2025

Darya was fantastic! She was on-time for our tour, very knowledgeable, and provided the perfect amount of detail for our family which included two 12-year olds. She is very friendly and warm and enthusiastic about providing you with a great experience. We would highly recommend a tour with her!

Mark I.United States
December 2023

It was rainy day but a bright a sunny tour. in spite a number of closers at the museum, Dasha was able to quickly adjust the tour so we could still see everything. I wish we could have her for another 2 hours. It was so interesting to listen to her. I would like to thank Dasha for a great time at the Louvre.

Chastity R.United States
March 2023

Dasha came down ill and went above and beyond and found us a replacement guide… Alex and he was fabulous. He told us stories of the art that really brought it alive for myself and my 18 year old daughter. Truly, a moment that she and I will always remember.

Your Paris tour itinerary

We will start our visit outside, at the most ancient part of the Palace of Louvre: "the Courtyard Court". We will then skip the line and go inside the Louvre starting our visit at the Denon aisle and visit the remaining of the medieval protective wall of the Louvre. We will continue with the Greek Antiquities section, the gallery of Italian paintings, and the Apollo gallery which houses today the treasuries of French Monarchy. We will finish with the gallery devoted to 19th century French paintings.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour. To reach the Louvre, you can use Subway station "Louvre Rivoli", line 1. Or a taxi could be used to reach the museum.

What's included
Other: Tickets price is not included in general price . I will buy them on your request and you will refund me in cash on the day of our tour. With new museum rules tickets have to be provided by licensed guide.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Louvre tickets are NOT included. Please purchase them promptly as they sell out quickly in the high season.The official Louvre site is the best place, if not available try FNAC. Tickets are timed and individually named.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Tickets price is not included in general price . I will buy them on your request and you will refund me in cash on the day of our tour. With new museum rules tickets have to be provided by licensed guide.
Meeting location

Paris, Île-de-France, France

Our meet point is next to the Statue of Louis the 14th which is in front of the Pyramide of Louvre. You can get there by subway line 1, station "Palais Royal Musée du Louvre". Following sign"sortie" you get outside where you will find the Pyramide.

Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Architecture
Museums
Tour reference number
400835
Languages
English
French
Russian
Activity level
Minimal
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 with an expert. It's also ideal for families, as the tour is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a minimal activity level. With Darya A., you'll gain deeper insights into the art and history of the Louvre, making it a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

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