Paris: Discover the history of the Louvre in virtual reality French tour
ID: GYG889467-O-1400223
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
01:15 hours
Description
Thanks to this immersive tour, which combines a traditional guided tour with a virtual reality experience, plunge into the heart of an exciting history that began at the Louvre over 800 years ago.
This outdoor tour takes you back in time, from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
Accompanied by a live guide, you'll stroll through the Cour Carrée, the Cour Napoléon III and the Tuileries Gardens.
Equipped with a virtual reality headset, you'll discover the medieval fortress that was the Louvre in its early days, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the neighborhood that was set up at the foot of the Louvre during the Renaissance, and even witness a key event of the French Revolution.
Century after century, you'll see the Louvre and its neighborhood transform, the Tuileries Palace appear, and history unfold before your eyes.
Blending the real and the virtual, this tour will take you back to the present day, enabling you to situate yourself in space and compare the buildings of today with those that have disappeared.
It's an experience that will change the way you look at one of Paris's most transformed buildings.
Highlights
- Travel back in time with virtual reality
- Discover the major transformations of the Louvre over the centuries
- Interact with a real-life guide during immersion
- Comparing the Louvre of yesteryear with that of today
- Share a magical moment with your partner, family or friends
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Please note that the tour takes place exclusively outdoors, so be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing. Weather conditions (except in extreme cases) do not constitute grounds for refund.
- This tour does not include access to the collections inside the Musée du Louvre.
- If you wear glasses, please bring them with you on the tour (small frames recommended).
- No last-minute participants will be accepted on site without a reservation.
- This tour is not suitable for children under 8.
The guide will be waving a black flag to identify himself and will be waiting for you in front of the Louvre colonnade.
INCLUDED
- Professional guide
- Virtual reality headset
- Small group (maximum 10 participants)
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance ticket to the Louvre Museum
- Gratuities
- Transport to meeting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
