A must-see for history and virtual reality enthusiasts!perience, The Louvre Through the Ages, available since April 5, 2025. An immersive guided tour in the open air, in VR, that takes you through the evolution of the most iconic of Parisian landmarks, from the 13th to the 19th century
An immersive visit at the intersection of history and innovation
This new itinerary, developed over a period of more than two years, invites you to discover the metamorphoses of the Louvre and its surroundings in different eras. The concept? A historical walk accompanied by a guide, punctuated by stops where you don a VR headset to experience historical reconstructions in 360°, directly from the places where they took place.
The starting point is in front of the Louvre’s colonnade, where the guide equips you for the journey. At each stop, you’ll be invited to experience scenes from the past: the medieval Louvre, the Palais des Tuileries, the transformation of the palace into a museum, the surrounding streets at different times… A play of superimpositions between past and present that gives a whole new reading of the place.
The sounds of Paris in days gone by, the silhouettes of the people or the royal court, the buildings of another era… It’s all there, carefully modeled to immerse you in a striking historical atmosphere. The guide stays by your side to comment on the environment, describe what you’re seeing, and enrich your immersion with historical anecdotes and architectural landmarks.
Our verdict:
Whether you’re a tourist looking for ahistorical and cultural tour or a Parisian who loves the Louvre, this virtual reality experience is for you! Yes, even if you think you know everything about this iconic Paris landmark, you’ve never seen it like this before! We had already triedere able to see how it has improved since then
Suitable for ages 8 and up, this journey through history, which lasts just over an hour, is ideal for curious adults and children alike who want to take a trip back in time, from the medieval era to the destruction of the Palais des Tuileries during the Paris Commune. It’s a chance to trace the capital’s rich history in a small group, in an educational and fun way—so much so that you’ll never see the Louvre the same way again!
Like many other monuments, the Palais des Tuileries has disappeared from the cityscape. This journey lets us see its construction and tragic destruction with our own eyes, as if we were there! When we visited, the Cour Carrée was closed for renovations, so we started the experience in front of the Pavillon Sully, opposite the Pyramid, and finished near the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. We loved being able to take off the VR headset and compare the past with the present so easily, in real time!
Transported back in time, we take in the architecture in 360 degrees and watch the inhabitants go about their lives. The realism goes so far that we even come across cats hunting rats in the capital (which was much smaller back then than it is today). We also see how things change from one century to the next, guided by Vladina’s voice as she shares anecdotes and occasionally asks questions, making for a very enjoyable interactive experience.
If you’ve never tried VR before, this is a good place to start: the headset is very easy to use (and good news, you can keep your glasses on!). However, if you’re prone to vertigo, be aware that a few scenes take you high above the ground, so it’s best to sit down! This is a genuine historical reconstruction combined with technology. The visuals don’t have quite the same aesthetic as indoor VR, as this is an outdoor experience, so don’t expect the visual realism of the latest video games.
Please note that the admission ticket to the Louvre is not included. We recommend visiting before or after the experience to get even more out of it!
Trailer for the experience The Louvre Through History:
So, are you ready to travel back in time to the heart of historic Paris? The Louvre is waiting for you to relive its centuries of transformations!
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Location
Louvre Museum
musée du louvre
75001Paris 1
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Access
Metro Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre
Prices
Tarif 8-17 ans et personnes en situation de handicap: €19
Tarif adulte: €29
Recommended age
From 8 years old
Average duration
1 h
15 min
More information
Sessions from Thursday to Monday at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
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