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Musée de l'Orangerie Entry Tickets

Explore Monet’s Water Lilies and Impressionist masterpieces inside the Orangerie Museum with entry to its permanent and temporary collections.

Everything you get: Use your entry ticket to access the Orangerie Museum, then move freely through both its permanent collection and changing temporary exhibitions. Explore each gallery, pausing at the works that catch your eye and shaping your visit around your own interests.
Why choose this: Helps you keep your Paris plans flexible, without having to match a strict tour schedule or stay with a group.
Upgrades: Upgrade to reserved or flexible entry, an audio-guided visit, or pick the combo for Musée d'Orsay entry.

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Orangerie Museum Tickets with Monet Virtual Reality Experience

Step inside Monet’s world in VR, traveling from the Seine to his Water Lilies at Giverny.

Everything you get: Put on a standalone VR headset for a 20-minute journey through Monet’s world, from Argenteuil and the Seine to his Giverny garden and water-lily pond, tracing how changing light, seasons, and landscapes shaped his work. Available in English and French.
Why choose this: Go beyond viewing Monet’s paintings to virtually enter the landscapes behind them, following his artistic evolution from early series to the Water Lilies.

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Musée de l'Orangerie: Monet, Painting Time Exhibition Fast-Track Timed Tickets

Trace Monet’s artistic journey through the centenary exhibition Monet, Painting Time, at the iconic home of his Water Lilies.

Everything you get: Fast-track timed entry to the Musée de l’Orangerie, including the "Monet, Painting Time" exhibition, with nearly 40 paintings, plus the museum's permanent collection, including the Water Lilies.
Why choose this: 2026 marks 100 years since Monet's death. The exhibition shows how he painted time, from fleeting Impressionist moments to the Haystacks and Rouen Cathedral series, and then the Water Lilies, in the museum that houses them.
Upgrades: Add the 20-minute virtual reality experience Claude Monet, along the water to your exhibition ticket, to follow Monet from the Seine to Giverny.

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Musée de l'Orangerie Semi-Private Guided Tour

Explore Monet’s Water Lilies and key works at the Orangerie Museum on a 2-hour English-guided tour.

Everything you get: A 2-hour guided tour of the Orangerie Museum with an expert English-speaking guide who leads you through the museum’s key artworks.
Why choose this: Ideal if you want the art explained in person, with context on Monet, Cézanne, Matisse, and other modern masters.
Upgrades: Choose a semi-private tour with 6 or fewer guests, or a private tour for your own group of up to 8 people.

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Combo (Save 18%): Orsay Museum + Orangerie Museum Tickets

Follow the evolution of Impressionism across Orsay and Orangerie, two museums located a short walk apart.

What you get at Orsay Museum: Entry to the permanent and temporary exhibitions.
What you get at Orangerie Museum: Entry to the permanent and temporary exhibitions, including access to the Nymphéas Room.
Why this combo works: Orsay gives you the wider Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection, while Orangerie extends the story through Monet’s Water Lilies.

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Combo (Save 16%): Orangerie Museum + Seine River Cruise Tickets

Pair Monet’s Water Lilies with a Seine River cruise, combining Paris art and riverside landmarks in one plan.

What you get at the Orangerie Museum: Entry to the permanent and temporary collections, including Monet’s Water Lilies in the Nymphéas rooms.
What you get with the Seine River cruise: A 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens sightseeing cruise with multilingual audio commentary.
Why this combo works: Start with Impressionist art at the museum, then see Paris landmarks from the water without adding a separate sightseeing ticket.

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Paris in a Day: Guided Tour of Louvre, Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie

Cover Paris’s most iconic sites in one day with a guided small-group tour for a seamless experience.

Everything you get: Explore Île de la Cité with an expert guide, then visit Notre-Dame Cathedral at your own pace with free entry and an audio guide. Enjoy reserved entry to the Louvre, plus tickets to Sainte-Chapelle, the Conciergerie, and Musée de l'Orangerie.
Upgrades: Add a 3-course Seine River lunch cruise to enjoy Paris's riverside sights over a meal.
Why choose this: See more of Paris in one day without juggling multiple bookings, with entry arrangements, select transfers, and on-ground assistance taken care of.

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Visiting Orangerie Museum

Ways to explore: Choose from Orangerie Museum entry tickets, which also offers other options like fast-track timed entry, audio-guided visits, private or semi-private guided tours, and combo tickets with Orsay Museum or a Seine River cruise.
What’s included: Entry tickets cover the permanent collection, including Monet’s iconic Water Lilies and masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne, Picasso, and Matisse. Select tickets include an immersive audio guide, Monet VR experience, or access to the Monet, Painting Time exhibition.
Queues & entry: Timed-entry tickets offer access at a reserved slot, helping reduce waiting times. Open-entry tickets offer more flexibility, subject to the ticket’s entry conditions. Security checks are mandatory for all visitors.
When to book: Book 1–2 weeks ahead for weekends, holidays, and popular exhibitions to secure your preferred entry time, especially for guided tours.
Good to know: Allow 1–1.5 hours for your visit, including time to admire Monet’s eight Water Lilies panels in two oval rooms. The museum is compact and easy to explore at your own pace. Plan your visit better with our guide.
Best upgrade: Add the Monet virtual reality experience for a more immersive look at the artist’s world, or choose an Orsay Museum combo to explore two of Paris’s finest Impressionist art collections.

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Which Orangerie Museum ticket is best for you?

Ticket type	Entrance used	Includes	Why pick this	Best for	Recommended experience
Basic entry	Main entrance at Jardin des Tuileries	Entry to the permanent collection, including Monet's Water Lilies	• Explore the museum at your own pace • Admire masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, Picasso, and Matisse	Independent explorers	Orangerie Open Entry Ticket
Fast-track timed entry	Main entrance at Jardin des Tuileries	Timed entry to the permanent collection	• Secure your preferred entry slot • Reduce waiting at the ticketing queue during busy periods	Visitors with fixed schedules	Orangerie Fast-Track Timed Ticket
Monet virtual reality experience	Main entrance at Jardin des Tuileries	Museum entry + Monet virtual reality experience	• Step into Monet's artistic world through immersive VR • Add an interactive dimension to your museum visit	Art enthusiasts & immersive experiences	Orangerie Museum Tickets with Monet Virtual Reality Experience
Guided tour	Main museum entrance; meet guide at designated meeting point	Museum entry + expert-led guided tour	• Discover the stories behind Monet's Water Lilies and other masterpieces • Enjoy expert insights in a small-group setting	First-time visitors & art lovers	Orangerie Museum Semi-Private Tour
Combos	Individual entrances at each attraction	Orangerie Museum entry + Orsay Museum admission or Seine River cruise	• Pair Monet's Water Lilies with masterpieces at Orsay or scenic views along the Seine • Experience more of Paris with one booking	Visitors exploring multiple Paris attractions	Combo: Orsay Museum + Orangerie Museum Tickets

What to expect at the Orangerie Museum?

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A compact museum with major artworks

The Orangerie Museum gives you a focused art experience without the scale of larger Paris museums. In one visit, you can see Monet’s Water Lilies, explore the Walter-Guillaume collection, and discover works by artists such as Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, Rousseau, Utrillo, and Soutine. The museum’s compact layout makes it easy to enjoy the highlights without rushing.

From Tuileries orangery to art museum

The building was constructed in 1852 to shelter the orange trees of the Tuileries Garden during winter. It later became the home of Monet’s Water Lilies and, after major transformations, also houses the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection. Today, the museum’s history is part of the visit, connecting its garden setting with one of Paris’ most distinctive art collections.

Monet’s Water Lilies in oval rooms

Monet’s Water Lilies are the museum’s main highlight. Displayed across two oval rooms, the large panels surround visitors with water, sky, reflections, and light. The setting was designed around the paintings, making this one of the most immersive ways to experience Monet’s work in Paris.

More than Monet

The Orangerie Museum also holds the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection, with 148 works dating from the 1860s to the 1930s. This collection adds depth to the visit, moving from Impressionism to modern art through works by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, and Soutine.

Things to know before booking your Orangerie Museum tickets

Book online to secure your time slot. The museum strongly recommends booking a visit time slot online because long waiting times can occur during busy periods. Online booking helps you plan your date and arrival window instead of relying only on walk-up availability.
Check whether your ticket is time-stamped. Some Orangerie Museum tickets are linked to a selected date and time slot, so arrive within the entry window shown on your voucher. Your ticket is valid for one admission only, and re-entry is not permitted.
Standard entry covers the main museum experience. Admission includes access to the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions, subject to availability. This includes Monet’s Water Lilies rooms and the wider museum collection.
Plan around the 2026 Monet exhibition. In 2026, the Orangerie Museum marks the 100th anniversary of Monet’s death with Monet, peindre le temps, running from Sept 30, 2026 to Jan 25, 2027. If this exhibition is a priority, check your visit date before booking.
Choose based on how much context you want. Pick entry tickets for a self-paced visit, an audio guide for independent commentary, or a guided tour if you want deeper insight into Monet’s Water Lilies and the Walter-Guillaume collection.
Pair it with Musée d’Orsay for a fuller art route. The official ticketing page lists a combined Musée d’Orsay / Musée de l’Orangerie ticket, which works well if you want to explore Impressionist and post-Impressionist art across both museums.
Free first Sunday still needs a reservation. Admission is free for all visitors on the first Sunday of the month, but online time slot booking is mandatory. These slots can sell out, so don’t treat free-entry days as guaranteed walk-ins.

Must-see artworks at the Orangerie Museum

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Water Lilies

Claude Monet’s Water Lilies are displayed across two oval rooms designed for the paintings. The eight large compositions surround visitors with water, sky, reflections, and light, creating the immersive effect Monet wanted for the series.

Eight large panels
Two oval rooms
Monet’s signature work
Immersive viewing experience

Young Girls at the Piano

Renoir’s Young Girls at the Piano turns a quiet domestic scene into a study of rhythm, movement, and softness. The upright piano’s structured lines contrast with the gentle poses of the two girls, a theme Renoir returned to often.

Domestic scene
Soft brushwork
Warm color palette
Renoir highlight

Paul Guillaume, Novo Pilota

Amedeo Modigliani’s portrait presents art dealer Paul Guillaume as a confident young figure in the Paris art world. The elongated face, direct gaze, and inscription “Novo Pilota” reflect Modigliani’s stylized approach to portraiture.

Art dealer portrait
Elongated features
Direct gaze
Modernist style

Pommes et biscuits

In Pommes et biscuits, Paul Cézanne turns a simple still life into a careful study of form, color, and balance. The arrangement of fruit, plate, and surface shows his interest in structure and volume within everyday objects.

Still life
Fruit and biscuits
Structured composition
Cézanne study of form

The Little Pastry Chef

Chaïm Soutine’s The Little Pastry Chef shows a young figure with an elongated face, fragile neck, and pastry chef uniform. The distorted features and expressive handling give the portrait its emotional force.

Expressive portrait
Pastry chef uniform
Distorted features
Emotional intensity

Père Junier’s Carriage

Henri Rousseau’s Père Junier’s Carriage brings together everyday Parisian life and his distinctive naïve style. The horse-drawn carriage, simplified forms, and unusual sense of scale make it one of the collection’s memorable modern works.

Horse-drawn carriage
Naïve style
Parisian life
Unusual scale

Portrait of Mademoiselle Chanel

Marie Laurencin’s Portrait of Mademoiselle Chanel shows Coco Chanel seated in a soft, poised composition with a white poodle on her lap. The portrait reflects Laurencin’s delicate palette and her links to the Parisian avant-garde.

Coco Chanel portrait
Soft palette
White poodle detail
Parisian avant-garde

Large Bather

Paul Cézanne’s Large Bather reflects his interest in reducing the human figure to simplified planes, volume, and structure. It connects the museum’s collection to the shift from Impressionism toward modern art.

Human figure study
Simplified forms
Modern art bridge
Cézanne composition

Plan your visit to the Orangerie Museum

Visitor viewing Monet’s Water Lilies at the Orangerie Museum

Open: Wednesday to Monday, 9am to 6pm
Last admission: 5:15pm
Gallery closure: 5:45pm
Closed: Tuesdays, May 1, the morning of July 14, and December 25
Friday late openings: Until 9pm during select exhibition periods, with last admission at 8:15pm

Planning around opening hours? View Orangerie Museum hours

Main entrance of the Orangerie Museum in Paris

The Orangerie Museum has one main visitor entrance on the Place de la Concorde side of the Tuileries Garden, near the Seine-facing edge of the building.

Main entrance: Place de la Concorde side of the Tuileries Garden
For ticket holders: Follow the reserved-entry line shown on site
Before entry: Keep your ticket ready for validation and security checks
Accessibility: The entrance is step-free and suitable for wheelchair users and strollers
Good to know: Arrive a little before your time slot during busy periods

Free Wi-Fi available at the Orangerie Museum

Free Wi-Fi: Stay connected during your visit.
Cloakroom: Store coats, bags, and bulky items.
Elevators: Move easily between museum levels.
Restrooms: Available inside the museum.
Baby changing areas: Facilities are available for families.
Water fountain: Refill water during your visit.
Wheelchairs and folding seats: Borrow them at the museum.
Book and gift shop: Browse books, prints, and souvenirs.

Coffee and pastry near the Orangerie Museum in Paris

The museum has a Café-Librairie de l’Orangerie, where visitors can continue their museum visit in a café and bookshop setting. You’ll also find several cafés and restaurants around the Tuileries Garden and Place de la Concorde if you want a meal before or after your visit.

For a simple post-museum plan, pair your visit with a coffee break in the Tuileries Garden area rather than planning a long sit-down meal inside the museum.

Do not touch the artworks
Large backpacks, helmets, large umbrellas, and eligible carry-on suitcases must be stored in the cloakroom
Pets are not allowed, except guide dogs and assistance dogs
Follow staff instructions in the Water Lilies rooms and exhibition areas
Check on-site signs for current photography rules before taking photos

Visitors relaxing in the Tuileries Garden near the Orangerie Museum

Visit early in the day or later in the afternoon for a calmer experience
Start with the Water Lilies rooms, then continue to the Walter-Guillaume collection
Borrow a folding seat if you want more time with Monet’s Water Lilies
Book ahead for weekends, school holidays, and free first Sundays
Pick an audio guide or guided tour if you want more context
Check the temporary exhibition schedule before your visit
Walk through the Tuileries Garden before or after the museum

Top sights near the Orangerie Museum

Musée d’Orsay

Set inside a former railway station, Musée d’Orsay is home to one of the world’s richest Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections. It pairs well with the Orangerie Museum if you want a fuller Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, and Van Gogh art route.

Distance from Orangerie Museum: about 850m

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Tuileries Garden

The Orangerie Museum sits inside the Tuileries Garden, making this the easiest nearby stop before or after your museum visit. Walk through its tree-lined paths, fountains, and open lawns as you continue toward the Louvre or Place de la Concorde.

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Place de la Concorde

Located beside the museum’s western entrance, Place de la Concorde is one of Paris’ major public squares. It is known for the Luxor Obelisk, fountains, and views toward the Champs-Élysées, the Tuileries Garden, and the Seine.

Distance from Orangerie Museum: about 300m

Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum is one of Paris’ most visited art museums, home to major works including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. It is a natural next stop if you want to continue from the Orangerie Museum through the Tuileries Garden.

Distance from Orangerie Museum: about 1.2km

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Frequently Asked Questions about Orangerie Museum tickets

Yes, if your Orangerie Museum ticket has a reserved time slot, arrive within the entry window shown on your ticket or voucher. Late entry may depend on availability and staff discretion, so it is best to arrive a little early. For free first-Sunday tickets, online time-slot booking is mandatory.

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