Empire in Gold: Napoleon III’s Lavish Legacy at the Louvre
Step into the opulent Napoleon III Apartments, hidden within the Louvre's Richelieu wing. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone fascinated by French imperial grandeur, this experience reveals the lavish world of Second Empire luxury. You'll walk through glittering salons dripping with gold, discover the powerful legacy of Empress Eugénie's fashion influence, and explore rooms where ministers once dined by candlelight. Learn how Napoleon III transformed both Paris and the Louvre, using architecture and extravagance to project imperial power. You'll gain fresh perspective on how rulers shaped France through spectacle, luxury, and political ambition.
Created by Anne-Marie Carter
Anne-Marie Carter, a Paris-based guide by way of London, combines her background as a historian and former fashion journalist to craft tours that explore the rich intersections of fashion, culture, and history. With an insider’s knowledge of Parisian haute couture and a storyteller’s flair, she uncovers the threads that weave Paris’s artistic, cultural, and sartorial legacy, offering an elegant and engaging dive into the soul of the city.
"really good tour our guide was super informative! got to see areas of the Louvre I never knew existed. loved it" - Ava D.
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What you'll walk and learn about
The Louvre Pyramid
Begin this tour inside the Louvre under the glass pyramid
Cour Marly
Carriage entrance turned sculpture garden
The Napoleon Apartments
Explore Napoleon III's lavish reception hall
The Grand Dining Rooms
Experience aristocratic dining and lavish details
"What a special treat for us as we had finished our other tour that didn’t include Napoleon’s apartment. Excited to hear it from this app! Thank you!!"
"Amazing tour! I didn’t expect to learn so much about the transformation of the Louvre. A must-do for anyone interested in history!"
"Really good experience at the Napoleon Apartments. Learned so much about the history there, definetly worth it."
"Had a fantastic time at the Louvre. Discovering the lavish legacy of Napoleon III was so cool. Totally worth it!"