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Meet the Impressionists: Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour

2 hours
Max 15 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Paris, France

Full description

 Meet the Impressionists on this two hour tour of the highlights of the Musée d’Orsay with an expert guide. Stepping into the stunning interior of the Museum with skip the line tickets, you’ll immerse yourself in a world of incredible art. Upgrade to Musée d'Orsay Tour & Giverny option and combine  your guided museum visit with a full-day experience to the peaceful gardens at Claude Monet's home in Giverny. 
Description: The Musée d’Orsay has one of the finest collections of Impressionist paintings in the world. Skip the line into the museum with your expert guide and view famous works like Van Gogh’s Self Portrait and Starry Night Over the Rhone, Manet’s Olympia and Luncheon on the Grass, Monet’s Houses of Parliament, Gauguin’s Tahitian Women on the Beach, and many more. If you selected the Musée d'Orsay Tour in English, your tour ends here.
Time: 2 hours
Admission: Included in ticket

Stop At: Fondation Claude Monet 
Description: If you selected the Musée d'Orsay Tour & Giverny option, your day continues. Grab a snack to-go (not included) and hop on the metro with your guide for a short ride to the station. It’s time to sit back and relax as you enjoy a comfortable train journey to Giverny in under an hour. Your first stop in Giverny is the onetime home of none other than Claude Monet himself. Walk in the legendary painter’s footsteps on a guided tour of his house, seeing his personal spaces and creative sanctuaries with your own eyes. You’ll also explore the enchanting gardens, which served as a backdrop for Monet’s most iconic paintings. You’ll visit at the quietest time of day, allowing you to revel in the unparalleled beauty of the serene landscapes, stroll across the famous Japanese bridge, and take a moment to stop and smell the colorful flowers. 
Admission: Included 
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes

Stop At: Giverny 
Description:  If you selected the Musée d'Orsay Tour & Giverny option  Last but not least, it’s time to explore the verdant streets of the village. After a short introduction from your guide, you’ll have free time to explore Giverny at your own pace, stopping for a cup of coffee at a charming cafe or picking up a gorgeous souvenir from one of the town’s boutiques. 
Admission: n/a 
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Paris 
Description:  If you selected the Musée d'Orsay Tour & Giverny option . By the time you disembark from the train back in Paris, you’ll have gained a much deeper understanding of Impressionism than most will get during their time in France. This immersive experience, from the galleries of the Orsay Museum to the lush landscapes of Giverny, will take you straight to the heart of one of the art world’s most recognizable movements. 
Admission: Included 
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

Included / Excluded

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Skip-the-line ticket for Musée d’Orsay
  • If upgrade selected: Roundtrip train ticket Paris & Giverny
  • If upgrade selected: Entry to Monet's house and gardens
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
  • Gratuities
  • Snacks and lunch

Meeting point

Start Location

1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, FR

1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur (Musée d’Orsay) Meet at the rhinoceros statue to the left of the entrance (while facing the museum).

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
  • The Musee d'Orsay is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.

Know before you go

  • This tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
  • Security measures are enforced at the museum. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed.
  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
  • The Musee d'Orsay is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Reviews

5.0(17 reviews)
Matthew
Jun 2026
5.0

If you’re reading this, book it now! You’ll be one of the first on the boat and get the best spot before anyone else. Daniela (aka “Daniel”) treated us exceptionally well from start to finish. Her knowledge of the falls and the stories behind them was the perfect balance of informative and entertaining. She keeps you laughing throughout the tour and enjoys the experience right alongside you as if it were her first time seeing it. 10/10 — I would recommend this tour to anyone. As an added bonus, our group had only four people, which made the experience absolutely incredible and much more personal. Thanks again, Daniel! 😉

Lisa
Jun 2026
5.0

The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent

Lisa
Jun 2026
5.0

The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent

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