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Christelle was amazing!! Such an informative and fun tour exploring Musee d’Orsay. Highly recommend!
Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $67 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 133 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Wonders Ltd
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the entrance of the Musée de la Légion d’Honneur (Rue de la Légion d’Honneur), situated next to the stairs ascending toward the Musée d’Orsay.The nearest public transport is the RER on line C, stop Musée d'Orsay.
Description
Enjoy a semi-private fully-guided tour of Paris's most beloved museums, the Musée d'Orsay. Together with your guide and small group of fellow tour participants, you'll enter a world of colour and light, taking in all of the museum's most iconic works. See masterpieces by the likes of Van Gogh, Monet, and Renoir, and perhaps find a few unexpected favorites. Your guide will provide details about each work as well as the artist who created it, bringing each piece to life through expert commentary.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 9:15 AM–10:30 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $67
- Child (ages 4–17)
- $62
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 127 of the next 158 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Musee d'Orsay
Our Musée d’Orsay Masterpieces guided tour brings all the world renowned artwork to life as our expert guide introduces you not only to the masterpieces but also to the masters who created them. Get to really know and understand the life and works of the masters and make the most of your time by being shown the true highlights of this vast collection. Learn about the Impressionist period through the world's largest collection of Impressionist paintings. Get up close and see the individual brushstrokes on some of the most famous paintings, a painting technique that was fervently criticized at the time. See works by many French painters such as Renoir, Degas and Monet. Although Van Gogh was Dutch, his famous Starry Night is a representation of the French city of Arles, overlooking the Rhône. View Renoir’s Impressionist masterpiece Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette, a depiction of a typical Sunday afternoon in the Parisian district of Montmartre.
What's included
Included
Expert, English-speaking art historian guide
Headsets [when necessary] so you can hear your guide at all times
Entrance ticket & reservations fee for the Musée d'Orsay
Tour in a group of 25 people or fewer [if option selected]
Tour in a group of 6 people or fewer [if option selected]
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
133 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Starting price $67 is 34% below the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,587 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour take?
Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $67 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:15 AM and 10:30 AM.
How much does Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $62, adults from $67. Infants go free.
Does Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour sell out?
It can: 127 of the next 158 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide at the entrance of the Musée de la Légion d’Honneur (Rue de la Légion d’Honneur), situated next to the stairs ascending toward the Musée d’Orsay. The nearest public transport is the RER on line C, stop Musée d'Orsay. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Paris: 2-Hour Orsay Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 133 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Wonders Ltd.
Reviews(133)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Two Americans in Paris!
Christelle was wonderful; very knowledgeable and courteous. You can tell she’s very passionate at what she does. This is our second experience with City Wonders and both times have been exceptional.
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Wonderful Experience
Christelle was a very special guide. She shared deep insights and colorful stories while really explaining the development and evolution of Impressionism.
D
Great your
Chris is excellent and knowledgeable
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An amazing guide, an amazing day!
Hugo was an amazing guide! He not only showed us some of the greatest works of art at the Musee de Orsay, he explained how all of the pieces fit together in history. Truly an experience we will not soon forget. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise in the art world and French history. We will definitely be recommending this tour to others.
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Excellent tour of Orsay Museum Masterpieces
We love the Orsay Museum and this was our fourth tour. Of all our tours at the museum Abdelraheem was what we considered the best guide. His insight and story telling added much meaning to the many paintings we saw.
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A personable insight to the Impressionists
Anais expertly guided the group and I through the Musee D'Orsay Giants of Impressionism Tour. She was warm and very knowledgeable. She put the Impressionists in perspective by taking us on a journey. Anais shared the knowledge and joy of the Musee D'Orsay. I really enjoyed her insights and sense of fun.
S
Amazing experience!
Having a dedicated Guide made this visit amazing! My Family had never been there, we all learners much and got to see the highlights!
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Delighted at the D’Orsay
Pierre, our tour guide, was outstanding. The best my family has had from our many tours. He was knowledgeable, fun and engaging. He gave just enough background information, answered questions and had a perfect pace to see all the key highlights of the museum. Would highly recommend to appreciate the museum and the collection.
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Orsay
I wanted to see more paintings and hear more about the artists. I fell ww missed some of the highlights
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