Monet's Gardens & House-Private Giverny Tour From Paris
Description
You will see where Claude Monet, the "Father of the Impressionism," spent 43 years of his life. Visit his studio, stroll through the charming gardens and the Japanese bridge which inspired him to create his brightly colored Water Lilies series and other paintings. This private tour with roundtrip, luxury transportation is led by an art historian making this a perfect outing for an art lover.
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Itinerary
Head inside to Claude Monet’s house, where he lived with his family for 43 years. You will immerse yourself in the artist’s daily life by crossing the blue sitting room, the dining room, and his studio, all of which were completely refurbished.
The garden blooms year-round, and you’ll learn more about what you’re seeing from a helpful brochure provided by Fondation Claude Monet. A highlight includes a visit in the garden that is home to the Japanese bridge and lily ponds that inspired one of Claude Monet’s most famous paintings: the “Nymphéas” (Water Lilies)
During this Giverny private tour you will have time to walk in the village of Giverny, to admire flowered houses, art galleries, cafes and the famous rose-colored Hotel Baudy which was a hangout for American Impressionists.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick-up from all hotels and private residences inside Paris
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(150)
Julien is an exceptional guide and an accomplished student of art history. He taught us about Monet the man by telling us the story of his life and guiding us to stand in the places where he lived, was inspired, created his works, and died. It was a peak behind the curtain that allowed us to walk in the actual footsteps of the man. Being guided to stand in and see a glimpse of Monet's world, I now see his work with a far deeper appreciation for the genius of his impressionistic expression of his vision on canvas. Thank you, Julien.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that Julien made your visit to Giverny such a meaningful and memorable experience. His passion for art history and his ability to bring Claude Monet's life and work to life are qualities that our guests truly appreciate. Your words beautifully describe exactly what we hope every visitor experiences: not simply seeing Giverny, but understanding the world that inspired one of history's greatest artists. We will be sure to share your kind comments with Julien—they will mean a great deal to him. Thank you again for choosing PARISMATIC Tour. We hope to welcome you back to France for another unforgettable experience.
Excellent half day with Julien as our guide. Extremely knowledgeable art historian as our guide made this day exceptional. His depth of knowledge was amazing and appreciated. It was such a wonderful day! Thank you Julien!!
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional day with Julien. His passion for art history and his extensive knowledge truly make every visit unique, and we are thrilled that he helped make your experience so memorable. Your kind words will certainly be shared with Julien—they will mean a great deal to him. Thank you for choosing PARISMATIC Tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another private tour in France.
This Tour is not worth at all The price is steep and expensive $1000.00 for two and is not worth at all
Dear Satish, We are sorry to read that you were disappointed with your experience. However, we do not fully understand your comment regarding the price. Our rates are clearly displayed before booking, and every guest is free to decide whether our private tour meets their expectations. There are no hidden fees or misleading information. Your tour included private transportation in a Mercedes vehicle, admission tickets to Monet's House and Gardens (which are often sold out online), and the services of a licensed professional guide who accompanied you throughout the visit. In fact, the guide assigned to your tour is considered one of our most experienced and highly appreciated guides in Paris. If price was the only factor in your evaluation, we certainly respect your opinion. However, we believe it is important to consider the complete private experience and the level of service provided. Thank you for your feedback, and we wish you all the best in your future travels.
Very knowledgeable and the right amount of time given the heat wave! It was a must see excursion while in Paris!
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and that it was the perfect pace, especially during the heat wave. Providing a comfortable, informative, and memorable experience is always our priority. Thank you for choosing PARISMATIC Tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to France for another unforgettable private tour.
Overcrowded, overrated, overplanted and poorly organised. What we hoped would be a highlight experience left us very disappointed indeed. I could not possibly recommend this costly day out to anyone.
Thank you for your feedback. However, after carefully reviewing our records, we have been unable to locate any booking or tour associated with your name. To the best of our knowledge, you have never taken a tour with our company. In addition, we have been unable to verify your identity as a customer, which raises concerns that this review may not relate to a genuine experience with our services. We therefore believe that this review may have been posted for the wrong company or may not be related to our business. We kindly ask that you verify the tour operator concerned and, if appropriate, remove this review and post it with the correct provider. Thank you for your understanding. Fred
We had a driver/guide to take us from Paris to Giverny. Although it rained, we had a wonderful time. We skipped the lines and toured the house, garden and grave. Loved it.
We started in the Japanese Gardens and ended in the main gardens. The floral beauty was breathtaking. The house itself was filled with traditional and Japanese paintings both of which he loved to paint. The rooms were attractively decorated. My favorite was the stove in the kitchen
Our guide was exceptional. On the way to Giverny he gave us a history of Monet’s life. We arrived at opening time and he guided us through the house before it got crowded. After that we were free to tour the gardens and pond. On the way back to Paris he pointed out places Monet had lived and painted. Finally he dropped us off in Paris at a very nice place for lunch. A great day.
Even if you don't know anything about (impressionist) painting but only like flowers and gardens, the visit to the Monet house and gardens is worthwhile. A great experience with lush flowers. You have to be able to deal with the tourist crowds a bit. It's natural after Mont St. Michel the second attraction of Normandy. We had already visited a few times high-summer but now in the spring the flower garden was a splendour. The water lilies were not yet blooming but only the American, Japanese and Chinese tourists were sorry. The ponds remain fantastic and of course Monet was also about just the reflection of the light and the movement of the water.
Lucille was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. Highly recommend her as a guide. Provide much valuable insight.
