Louvre Murders & Mysteries Experience, Paris

Follow your guide through the world-famous Musée du Louvre on this immersive exploration of the former fortress-turned-palace-turned-museum. Uncover the secrets behind renowned masterpieces like the "Mona Lisa" and "Venus de Milo," then venture into the Department of Egyptian Antiquities to learn about hieroglyphics and the mysteries surrounding King Tutankhamun. Along the way, you'll delve into the fascinating and sometimes bloody history of the former royal palace as your guide reveals intriguing stories and scandals related to French royalty.

Meet your guide and the rest of your small group outside the Louvre by the equestrian statue of Louis IV, then venture inside the largest museum in the world to discover the secrets and mysteries hidden within. Over two hours, you'll take an intriguing journey through centuries of history, art, and royal drama as your experienced guide leads the way, offering fascinating insights and captivating anecdotes about the museum's most famous pieces.

Starting with the museum's iconic artworks, you'll gain a new perspective as you learn about the enigmatic smile of the "Mona Lisa" and hear about the hidden secrets that the "Venus de Milo," and "Winged Victory of Samothrace" still guard. Next, you'll delve into the Department of Egyptian Antiquities, where your guide will share the story of French philologist and orientalist Jean-François Champollion, who deciphered the hieroglyphic code. Discover the mysteries surrounding Tutankhamun, the boy pharaoh who died under unknown circumstances, and the legendary curse said to have haunted those who uncovered his tomb. 

The exploration also revisits the museum's past as a royal palace, revealing lesser-known historical events and intriguing mysteries. Hear about the misplaced golden helmet found at the bottom of a well, the curious circumstances of King Henri IV's death, and the mysterious murders during the reign of Charles IX.