Musee d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Tickets and Guided Tour

1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France, Paris, France
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Overview
Duration
2h
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

The Musée d'Orsay has one of the finest collections of Impressionist paintings in the world. In this exciting 2-hour experience, you'll immerse yourself in the pantheon of great European painters with the help of a local, art enthusiast guide who will show you a specially curated list of the most interesting and important works.Your tour begins in front of the museum, where you'll meet your guide. Skipping any lines with your skip-the-line tickets, you'll enter the jaw-dropping Main Hall with its towering beaux-arts ceiling vaults, and learn how it went from being a train station to having the preeminent collection of Impressionist paintings on earth.Diving into the collection, you'll 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. The collection is a who's who of the biggest names in late 19th-century European art, so whether you are a seasoned art lover or just someone who wants to improve your knowledge, this experience will be unique and unforgettable.The Musée d’Orsay has so many world-class paintings and sculptures it can overwhelm even the most dedicated art fans. Luckily, your expert guide knows exactly what to see and what you can save for another visit. They'll make sure you experience the most interesting and significant works of art, while also helping you to understand what makes each so special.

What to remember

Important info

Accessibility:

  • Unfortunately, this tour is not fully wheelchair accessible. However, an alternative route can be arranged to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs. Please contact the local provider at least one week before the tour to discuss arranging a private tour that meets your accessibility needs. You'll find the contact information on the voucher after booking

Not allowed:

  • Suitcases, luggage and large bags; only bags smaller than 55cm x 35cm x 20cm are permitted inside

Know in advance:

  • The Musée d'Orsay is subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, the tour organizer will reach out to you before your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point
  • The areas visited during this tour are subject to closure without prior notice. In this case, your guide will make an appropriate substitution

Remember to bring:

  • A valid ID for all participants, including children
  • You're strongly advised to carry a printed copy of your booking vouchers along with a valid ID as random checks may occur around the city and having these documents could facilitate smooth passage through security checks
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What's included
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Guided tour. Skip-the-line tickets
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What's not included
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Tips (optional). Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Highlights

Explore the Musée d'Orsay with a local, expert guide who is passionate about art. Enjoy close encounters with art by Van Gogh, Monet, Cezanne, Gauguin and Manet. Marvel at the beautiful interior of the Beaux-Arts building and learn some of its secrets

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
WALKS
Meeting Point

Meet at the Musée d’Orsay, in front of the rhinoceros statue, at the left of the entrance (while facing the museum). The tour coordinator will be waiting for you with a sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.