Small Group Musée d’Orsay Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Immerse yourself in a captivating introduction to the works of Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and more!

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· 1.50h · Paris, France

Small Group Musée d’Orsay Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

The Musée d’Orsay holds the world’s most celebrated Impressionist masterpieces, but long lines and large crowds can make your visit less enjoyable. With skip-the-line tickets and a knowledgeable guide, our small group tour ensures a smooth and enriching experience as you admire works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir. Enjoy expert insights in just 1.5 hours and feel free to explore the museum further at your leisure.

Tour Itinerary

1

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance to the Musée d'Orsay
In front of the grand former railway station, your guide awaits with skip-the-line tickets to one of Paris’ most renowned art museums.
2

19th-century railway station
Stepping into the former station, you’re met by an impressive iron framework and grand arched windows that bathe the museum in natural light.
3

Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces
Witness the Musée d’Orsay's stunning array of art from 1848 to 1914, featuring paintings, sculptures, photos, and decorative pieces.
4

Van Gogh's Starry Night Over the Rhône
Van Gogh's swirling brushstrokes and rich oils beautifully capture the serene, moonlit scene of the Rhône River at night.
5

Renoir's Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette
Pause before Renoir’s iconic Impressionist piece, capturing the joyful atmosphere of a Sunday afternoon dance in Montmartre, Paris.
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Van Gogh
Despite spending much of his life in poverty, Van Gogh created over 2,000 artworks, with many of his most famous pieces housed in the Musée d’Orsay.
7

Cézanne
Discover how Cézanne's still lifes and portraits from the late 19th to early 20th century revolutionized the course of modern art.
8

Degas
Degas’ iconic works, La Classe de Danse and Danseuses Bleues, showcase his skill at capturing the human body in motion.
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Feel free to stay at the museum at the end of your tour
After an hour and a half of guided discovery, your tour concludes inside the Musée d’Orsay. Feel free to continue exploring at your leisure!

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.

Your 1.5-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line Musée d’Orsay entrance ticket
Insightful introduction to Impressionist pieces
Admire works by Monet, Van Gogh, Manet, Cézanne, Renoir, Degas, and more
Time to explore independently post-tour
Maximum group size of 25

What to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes
Water bottle
Government-issued ID
Camera

Customer Reviews

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Tami D., 03 October 2025

Great tour!

James B., 06 September 2025

The tour added so much to the visit to the museum. Our tour guide was an art student and her insight into the paintings that we viewed really enhanced the experience. I highly recommend seeing the museum with this tour!

Douglas T., 04 September 2025

Insightful Art Storytelling

Mia L., 03 September 2025

Our guide was an amazing story teller, combining both history and art perfectly. We made a relationship with each painting, from Degas’ dancers to Renoir’s bursting scenes.

Dynamic & Detailed Tour

Ishita W., 01 September 2025

The depth of our guide’s expertise in Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art was just amazing. We took in so much with no pressure to hurry. Highly, highly recommend!

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