Semi-Private Musée d'Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

Admire pieces by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and more alongside an expert guide and semi-private group

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· 2.00h · Paris, France

Semi-Private Musée d'Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

The Orsay Museum is home to some of the most celebrated masterpieces of the 19th century, making it a must-see for art lovers. Skip the hassle of navigating the large crowds with our semi-private tour, offering expert guidance and an in-depth experience of the museum's finest works. With unique access to the museum's highlights and insightful commentary from a passionate guide, you’ll uncover the stories behind iconic art in a relaxed, immersive way.

What You Get With This Tour

Friendly, English-speaking guide
Skip the line tickets
Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night Over the Rhone'
Renoir’s ‘Bal du Moulin de la Galette’
Manet's 'Olympia'
Group size of 6 people max
Food and beverages
Hotel pick up and drop off
Guide gratuities

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

Gare d'Orsay
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

France's artists
Experience the brilliance of France's 19th and early 20th-century artists, featuring Monet, Degas, van Gogh, and other legends.
4

Sculptures by Charles Cordier
Including “African Venus” and “Bust of a Sudanese,” Cordier’s works reveal the 19th century’s complex relationship with race and colonialism.
5

Monet's "Luncheon on the Grass"
While unfinished, this monumental painting showcases Monet’s early experimentation with light and color in a natural setting.
6

Impressionist Masterpieces
Explore the museum's famous Impressionist collection, featuring works by Monet, Degas, and Pissarro
7

Manet's "Olympia"
Stand before one of the most controversial paintings in history, which shocked views in 1863 for its bold portrayal of female sexuality.
8

Once your tour ends you are welcome to continue exploring the museum
After two hours of guided discovery, your tour concludes inside the Musée d’Orsay. Feel free to continue exploring at your leisure!

Additional Information

Good to know:

Dress Code: While there is no specific dress code to enter the Musée d'Orsay, you could be denied entry if you are wearing inappropriate clothing such as a swimsuit.
Accessibility: The Musée d'Orsay is wheelchair accessible, but if you have any doubts about your mobility, please contact us beforehand so we can best cater to your needs.
Bag Policy: Large bags, backpacks, and luggage are not allowed inside the museum.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can begin the tour on time.

Your 2-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Musée d'Orsay
Reservation fee for the Musée d'Orsay
Intimate encounters with Impressionist masterpieces
Admire pieces by Monet, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, Degas, Van Gogh, and more!
Personalized attention in a small group setting
Maximum group size of 6

What to bring:

Comfortable shoes
Camera
Water

Customer Reviews

4.93 (15)

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Great guide

Denise Dubreuil, 13 October 2025

Great intro to Impressionism!

Chelsea Dugas, 11 August 2025

Our guide Tinu was excellent! She was super engaged and lead a great tour.

Robert Wright, 08 July 2025

Small group. Would have preferred to have an ear piece. Crowded Museum but very doable with a guide. We had a fantastic guide who was able to captivate the group and explain the significance of each of the top paintings and sculptures beyond what I already knew.

Great semi-private tour

Ted Lafeber, 03 July 2025

Just 3 people in our group. Our guide was fantastic. She knew the history of the artists and details about their art. The time simply flew by. Highly recommend.

Elizabeth Gravelle, 30 June 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Comfortable shoes and a curious mind!

What to bring?

Comfortable shoes and a curious mind!

Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?

No, this tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Paris.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

Musée d'Orsay is wheelchair accessible, but if you have any doubts about your mobility, please let us know beforehand so we can best cater to your needs.

What happens if it rains?

We run our Musée d'Orsay tours rain or shine. If the weather is extremely bad and the Musée d'Orsay is closed, we'll inform you as soon as possible.

Is there a dress code to enter the Musée d'Orsay?

While there is no specific dress code to enter the Musée d'Orsay, you could be denied entry if you are wearing inappropriate clothing such as a swimsuit.