Paola

The Cool Art Historian

  • I live in Paris
  • I speak English, Español
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 16 hours

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Paola

I love sharing my knowledge and experiences with you but I also love to listen about you. I admit having a little thing for mysteries, the unknown and new age stuff but I could never consider myself an expert in these subjects. I first studied accounting and finance and worked in the oil industry but I left all behind to come to study at the Sorbonne a bachelor in Art History and Archeology, a lifelong dream. I immediately felt in love with Paris and today I feel the luckiest girl for being able to live in this beautiful city full of art, history, and of course full of mysteries.

  • I live in Paris
  • I speak English, Español
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 16 hours

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Maire
25 July 2025
We took a two-hour tour of the Louvre with Paola. She was amazing—so knowledgeable and presented things in an interesting and thoughtful way. She kept things interesting for our teenagers. Would recommend her. Thanks Paola. Fabulous tour of the Lourve
Brandy
16 July 2025
Paola was an amazing guide for my family’s 1st visit to Paris & the Louvre. I can’t imagine what our experience of the Louvre would have been like without Paola’s knowledge & expertise. She is an Art History graduate & this education makes her tour of the Louvre so valuable. On a very busy day in June, she took us through a huge portion of the Louvre, stopping at all the art works we wanted to see & provided us with in-depth history & a few fun facts about the artists/works we viewed. Thank you, Paola! 10/10 stars for Paola
Angela
27 June 2025
Paola was a fantastic guide - we learned so much from her. She was also excellent with our kids when 8, 10 and 12, sharing stories and facts that they’d understand and remember. Excellent, engaging guide for families
Jason
27 June 2025
Paola led our family of 5, 1 with a cane, 1 sulky teenager and an enthusiastic 9 year old on a wonderful tour of the louvre. She kept our kids engaged and the pacing was appropriate for our party. My wife and I had done the louvre by ourself years ago and the experience with Paola was noticeably better. Overall perfect tour.Family trek though the louvre
Erin
26 June 2025
My family of four-including two tween girls- are so glad we booked this guided tour of the Louvre with Paola. From her welcoming greeting, she effortlessly led us through the intense crowds. Her highlights tour was informative & engaging, like talking with a knowledgable dear friend! Also appreciate she took family photos & shared her tips for taking great pictures of the artworks themselves. Highly recommend!Amazing curated experience at the Louvre
Carol
26 June 2025
Paola is a great guide and lover of the ‘story’ or history behind the artist and the art object being viewed. She used her iPad as an adjunct to display explainations of art pieces she was describing, mading history come alive! Her knowledge was excellent and extensive. Paola was also gregarious and very considerate of our physical needs to stop and rest now and then. She interceded when our view was obstructed, and made the ‘overwhelming Louvre’ manageble. The Louvre art made us ‘Awe struck and inspired’. We highly recommend Paola as a great guide! Carol & FaithPassionate Purveyer of Art Knowledge
Maeve
7 June 2025
Really good experience with Paola , super enthusiastic, whisked us into the Louvre so fast my head is still spinning and so knowledgeable . A complete pleasure Excellent !
Anne Bramlette
6 June 2025
Paula was amazing! Not only did she save us 2 1/2 hours we would have waited in line just to get in, she navigated through the museum with ease and was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the museum and the art it contains. We saw all the top pieces we wanted to see. The two hours flew by. I would highly recommend her for her bubbly personality and her love of art!! Thanks again Paula AB HawkinsFantastic tour with Paula
Caroline
2 June 2025
Paola navigated the crowds like a pro. We saw all of the “must see” attractions plus some more. She shared the history of the building and had great art history knowledge. Highly recommend!Knowledgeable and fabulous!
Erin
29 May 2025
Our afternoon at the Louvre with Paola was a highlight of our time in Paris. Paolo's love for art history and the Louvre shines as she maneuvered us through the museum. Each masterpieces came to life through the stories Paolo shared of history, discovery and creation. There is no better way to maximize your enjoyment and learning! Passionate storytelling at it's best!

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