About the museums
The Louvre Museum and the Palace of Versailles are two of France’s most emblematic monuments, reflecting different stages of its history. The Louvre, a former royal palace turned museum, brings together centuries of universal art. Versailles, residence of the court of Louis XIV, symbolizes the apogee of monarchical power and the refinement of the French aristocracy. This tour offers a complete overview of the country’s cultural legacy.
What to see during the visit
At the Louvre you can admire the famous Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the sculpture of the Venus de Milo and the imposing Victory of Samothraceas well as works by masters such as Théodore Géricault. In Versailles, highlights include the spectacular Hall of Mirrors, the royal salons decorated with baroque luxury and the extensive gardens designed by André Le Nôtre. The audioguide allows you to discover the history behind each space and its significance.
“A museum is a temple where the past speaks to the present.” – André Malraux
Curiosities
- The transfer of the court to Versailles made the palace the political center of France for more than a century.
- The glass pyramid of the Louvre, inaugurated in 1989, was designed by the architect I. M. Pei and generated great controversy at the time.
- The Louvre is the most visited museum in the world, with a collection of more than 35,000 works on display.








