Giverny Monet’s Home and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris
Description
Venture beyond Paris' city boundaries and get a unique perspective on French art and history on this half-day guided tour of Monet’s exquisite Giverny estate. See where Claude Monet, the father of Impressionism, lived and worked for almost 43 years. Stroll through Monet’s beloved gardens at your own pace using our self-guided mobile app (download instructions provided on booking confirmation).
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Itinerary
Embark on a journey to Claude Monet’s bloom-filled estate in Giverny and discover the story behind the Impressionist movement. Travel from Paris by air-conditioned coach (approx. 1 hour), while your guide introduces the day’s itinerary.
Upon arrival, enjoy a brief introduction to Monet’s estate, where the artist lived and worked. Learn about his life, artistic vision, and the inspiration behind his most famous works before beginning your visit. * 2026 marks 100 years since the passing of Claude Monet, making it a particularly special time to visit Giverny, the picturesque village that inspired many of his most iconic works.
Explore the vibrant flower garden at your own pace using a self-guided audio app. This area, rich in colors and seasonal blooms, showcases the carefully designed landscapes that inspired many of Monet’s paintings.
Continue to the iconic water garden, home to the famous Japanese bridge and lily ponds immortalized in Monet’s masterpieces. Take your time to stroll through this serene setting and admire its reflections and unique atmosphere.
After your visit of the extraordinary Monet's House, you will have time to visit on your own the wonderful village of Giverny. You can visit the small shops, have a drink at a local café or go see Monet's tombstone, located near the village's church.
If Upgraded option selected: Enjoy a guided visit of the Palace of Versailles and discover its rich history and royal significance. Explore the lavish State Apartments and the iconic Hall of Mirrors alongside your expert guide.
If Upgraded option selected: You’ll also explore the equally sumptuous Gardens of Versailles at your own pace during a self-guided visit. From April to October, your visit may coincide with the Gardens’ musical shows, where fountains are choreographed to classical music and melodies accompany you through some of the most picturesque areas. If these events are not scheduled, you can still enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens. After your visit, rejoin your coach for the return journey to Paris.
Regroup in the afternoon and relax on the return journey to Paris, taking in the stunning views of the French countryside along the way. Itinerary subject to change. Timings are approximate and provided for guidance only.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child. Please note that our coaches aren’t equipped with ISOFIX anchor points and have limited availability for 3-point seat belts. By booking this tour, parents/guardians acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for ensuring their children are properly restrained.
- If you select the full day option, you will have an afternoon visit of the Palace of Versailles, starting with a guided tour of the Palace's interior and followed by free time in the gardens. You will be back in Paris at 7pm
Reviews(2,614)
Tour guides Lawrence and Emma were excellent in knowledege of Claude Monet and they gaave very interesting backgrounds about French history. They were also very entertaining and good organisers of the trip. Highly recommended!
Lawrence and Emma were really good and informative guides with very detailed descriptions of where we were going, and on the history of where we were going also.
Lawrence and Emma were fantastic guides. Very clear directions and limitless facts for the tour and beyond.
lawrence and emma were both great. very helpful and informative and nice
Went on a tour with Lawrence and Emma. Nice double-story bus that takes you out to Giverny. They talk about Monet on the 1 hr drive there and Paris history on the way back. The tour includes the tickets to enter the gardens and the home, which you tour by yourself with an audio guide available if you’d like via an app on your phone. The downside is we spent 45 minutes in the line to see the house as there were multiple other tour groups there. We weren’t able to see the entirety of the garden due to the amount of tourists there but overall a pleasant experience.
Both Guides was very good Special Emmas knowledge about Monet
Comfortable ride on a large bus to Giverny which was a bit crowded but not overly touristy. Beautiful gardens. Tour guides Emma and Lawrence were very knowledgeable!
Lawrence and Emma provided a great tour of monets garden and house.
Emma and Laurenz did a very good Job, very informative, hands-on Information and exzellent Service
Lawrence and Emma were terrific guides. Great tour. Very informative.
