Embark on a 2-hour tour with a professional guide. Discover masterpieces by Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Monet. Learn about the museum’s Impressionist and Post-Impressionist treasures, then explore at your own pace after the tour ends.
Discover the masterpieces of art at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris with a guided tour that delves into the museum's rich history and stunning collections. Your guide will introduce you to the museum's historical significance and its diverse range of artworks. As you navigate through the museum, you'll uncover the secrets behind the techniques used by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists and learn about the revolutionary figures who shaped these movements.
The tour covers the most important highlights, starting with the ground floor, where you’ll encounter striking sculptures and paintings from 1848 to 1879. Ascend to the top floor to admire art from 1874 to 1886, including decorative elements and a beautifully adorned banquet hall. Among the museum’s treasures are iconic works such as Renoir’s "Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette," Cézanne’s "Apples and Oranges," Van Gogh’s self-portraits, Ingres’s "La Source," and Bouguereau’s "The Birth of Venus."
As you explore, the guide will offer insights into masterpieces by Monet, Courbet, Renoir, Cézanne, Ingres, and Gauguin, enriching your experience with fascinating commentary. You’ll have opportunities to discuss and reflect on the artworks with the guide. The two-hour tour concludes on the museum’s top floor, where you can choose to continue exploring until closing time. This organized, hassle-free tour ensures you experience the Musée d'Orsay’s most celebrated highlights while enjoying an immersive art journey.
Official certified guide
Radio system to hear the guide
Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Orsay Museum
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to or from attractions
NO HEALTH RESTRICTIONS
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
The tour is not wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
"Skip-the-line" access is guaranteed, even during peak season (except in the event of delays or strikes by the Museum management).
There may be a queue at the dedicated line for visitors with reservation due to security purpose, however this will be much shorter than at the standard entrance.
Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run.
Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Full Refund
To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour's start time.
No Refund for Late Cancellations
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, no refund will be provided.
No Changes Last Minute
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accommodated.
Time Zone
All cut-off times are based on the local time of the tour.
Minimum Group Size Requirement
This tour requires a minimum number of participants. If it's cancelled due to an insufficient number of travellers, you'll be offered an alternative date, a different experience, or a full refund.
Meet your guide in front of the Elephant Statue at Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris.
Open in Google MapsPlease be present at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delay.
