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Paris Royal Palais Tuileries Gardens and Reserved Access D'Orsay

From€97
3 hours
Paris, France

About this activity

Experience Parisian art and history with skip-the-line access to Musée d'Orsay, guided tours of Palais Royal and Tuileries Gardens, and insights from a local expert guide.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Musée d'Orsay
  • Explore the historic Palais Royal
  • Stroll through the Tuileries Gardens
  • Learn about Parisian art and history
  • Enjoy insights from a local expert guide

Full description

Discover the rich tapestry of Parisian art and history on this immersive 3-hour tour. Begin with reserved access to the Musée d'Orsay, home to an extensive collection of Impressionist masterpieces. Then, explore the historic Palais Royal, once the royal residence, and wander through the serene Tuileries Gardens, offering picturesque views and a glimpse into Parisian leisure. Led by an expert local guide, this tour provides a deep dive into the cultural heart of Paris, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Reserved access to Musée d'Orsay
  • Guided tour of Palais Royal and Tuileries Gardens
  • Expert local guide
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Explore the public areas of the historic Royal Palace, with its elegant courtyards, arcades, and iconic Buren Columns. Learn about its transformation from a royal residence to a cultural landmark.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Guests will enjoy a guided walk through one of Paris’s most picturesque gardens, steeped in history and adorned with sculptures and fountains. There are also fantastic Photo Stops including an opportunity to see the Eiffel Tower from the Gardens

Duration: 45 minAdmission: YES
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Skip the lines and embark on a fascinating journey through the museum’s highlights, including world-famous Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. After the curated Audio guided portion as well as the local guides introduction and orientation of the D’Orsay’s must-see highlights and layout, guests may stay as long as they wish. 2 hours has been allocated to the D’Orsay Museum portion of the tour, however guests can spend longer.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

La Comédie Française, Place Colette, Paris, France

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain museum areas.
  • Tour is conducted in English; ensure understanding of the language.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
  • Bring a valid ID for museum entry.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

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Paris: Musee D’orsay experience

The whole experience and tour led by Becky was totally fantastic, way exceeded my expectations of the tour. Becky was very engaging throughout the tour and she was very knowledgeable. Will definitely recommend this and Becky as the guide.

swboi77Nov 16, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs. Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise. Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps. Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
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