Paris: Best of Orsay Museum Small Group Tour with Tickets
Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin, Paris
Join a small group guided tour to discover the highlights of Orsay Museum. Hear the story of one of the most visited museums in Paris and see artworks by Morisot, Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and Gauguin.
The Orsay Museum in Paris offers a guided tour of the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, ideal for art enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Experience works by Van Gogh, Cézanne, Monet, Degas, and Sisley
- View the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings
- Admire Renoir’s 'Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette'
- Learn about political and artistic influences on each movement
- Discover the museum’s transformation from Orsay Railway Station into a museum
Description
Explore the Orsay Museum’s extensive collection of paintings from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries, including works by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Gauguin, Matisse, and Degas. Your guide will explain the evolution of the museum from a rail station to a fine arts institution and highlight the development of key artistic movements.
The tour also covers realist artists like Manet, the origins of Impressionism, art nouveau, and sculptures by Rodin, including an original Lady Liberty. Learn about artistic techniques and the connections between various art movements that shaped modern art.
Includes
- Entrance tickets to the Orsay Museum
- Local expert guide
- Museum tour
Excludes
- Tips for your guide (average €15)
Important Information
- Tickets are personal and guests under 18 must carry photo ID
- Tickets offer fast entry to collections, but security lines cannot be bypassed
- Private tours are available for guests with mobility impairments; shared tours cannot be adjusted for pace
- Strikes or unexpected closures may affect the museum; in such cases, you can reschedule, join a walking tour, or receive a full refund if changes are made before the 24-hour cancellation deadline
- Some museum rooms restrict speaking; your guide will inform you in advance
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred time slot. Wear comfortable shoes for walking and arrive early to allow time for security checks.
