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A comprehensive guide on getting to the Orangerie Museum

Where is Orangerie Museum located?

Location details

Address: Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, 75001 Paris, France | Find on Maps

Orangerie Museum sits inside the Tuileries Garden, near Place de la Concorde and close to the Seine. It is easy to combine with the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Place de la Concorde, or a Seine-side walk.

Closest landmark: Place de la Concorde, about 300m away.

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Getting to Orangerie Museum by public transport

Orangerie Museum sits inside the Tuileries Garden near Place de la Concorde. Metro is the easiest option from central Paris, while buses work well if you are already on the Right Bank or want a more scenic route.

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Metro from Châtelet

  • Best for: Fastest and easiest public transport route
  • Travel time: Around 10–12 minutes from Châtelet
  • Closest station: Concorde
  • Metro lines: Line 1 to Concorde, then a 3-minute walk to the museum
  • Route: Board Line 1 at Châtelet toward La Défense, get off at Concorde, and follow signs for Jardin des Tuileries / Place de la Concorde.

Bus from Concorde

  • Best for: Visitors already near a Concorde-bound bus route
  • Travel time: Varies by starting point and traffic
  • Closest stop: Concorde
  • Bus lines: 42, 45, 72, 73, 84, and 94 stop near Concorde
  • Route: Get off at Concorde, then walk 3–5 minutes toward the Tuileries Garden and the museum entrance.

Taxi from Châtelet

  • Best for: Shortest walk and easiest drop-off
  • Travel time: Around 10–20 minutes, depending on traffic
  • Closest drop-off: Place de la Concorde or 252 rue de Rivoli
  • Route: Ask to be dropped near Place de la Concorde or the taxi stand at 252 rue de Rivoli, then walk a few minutes through the Tuileries Garden side to the museum.

Getting to the Musée de l'Orangerie by car

Driving route

Driving is possible, but public transport is usually easier because the museum sits beside the Tuileries Garden and Place de la Concorde in central Paris.

  • Starting point for map: Opéra Garnier
  • Best for: Visitors who need direct drop-off or private transport
  • Travel time: Around 10–15 minutes from Opéra Garnier, depending on traffic
  • Distance: About 3km
  • Route: Drive via Rue de la Paix and Place de la Concorde, then continue toward the Tuileries Garden side of the museum.
  • Good to know: Traffic around Place de la Concorde, Rue de Rivoli, and the Seine can be slow, so leave extra buffer time.

Parking facilities

  • There is no dedicated on-site visitor parking at Musée de l'Orangerie. If you drive, use nearby paid car parks and walk to the museum from there.
  • Place de la Concorde: Corner of Avenue Gabriel and Place de la Concorde
  • Pyramides: 15 Rue des Pyramides
  • Carrousel du Louvre: Access by Avenue du Général Lemonnier
  • Good to know: Parking spaces close to the museum for visitors with disabilities may be requested at least one week in advance through the museum.

Accessibility when getting to the Orangerie Museum

Wheelchair and stroller access

he museum is accessible for visitors with reduced mobility, with ramps, automatic doors, elevators, and accessible toilets. Monet’s oval rooms are on the main level, and elevators connect visitors to the lower galleries.

  • Wheelchairs: Available to borrow at the museum
  • Folding seats and canes: Available on request
  • Strollers: Suitable for the compact museum route
  • Accessible entrance: Located to the left of the main entrance
  • Good to know: Carry an ID if you need to borrow mobility support items

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Walking and cycling to Musée de l'Orangerie

Best for: Sightseeing, budget travelers, and flexible schedules

Travel time: Around 19 minutes from Palais Garnier
Distance: About 1.6km

Walking is one of the best ways to reach the museum if you are already in central Paris. Start at Palais Garnier, continue toward Rue de la Paix and Place Vendôme, then walk toward Rue de Rivoli and the Tuileries Garden. The route is mostly central, scenic, and easy to combine with nearby sights.

  • Best starting point: Palais Garnier
  • Best route style: Scenic central Paris walk
  • Good to know: The museum sits on the Place de la Concorde side of the Tuileries Garden
  • Nearby sights en route: Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, and Tuileries Garden

Best for: Quick central Paris travel and Vélib’ users

Travel time: Around 10 minutes from Palais Garnier
Distance: About 1.6km

Cycling is a quick option if you are already using Vélib’ or moving around central Paris by bike. From Palais Garnier, the route usually runs toward Rue Cambon, Rue de Rivoli, and the Tuileries Garden area. Do not park bicycles or scooters inside the Tuileries Garden.

  • Best starting point: Palais Garnier
  • Best route style: Short city ride
  • Good to know: Use bike racks or Vélib’ stations outside the garden
  • Nearby Vélib’ areas: Cambon-Rivoli, Place de la Concorde, Assemblée Nationale, and Musée d’Orsay

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Mode of transportTravel timeEstimated costBest forDirections

🚇 Metro

Around 11 mins from Châtelet

€3

Fastest public transport route

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🚌 Bus

Varies by route and traffic

€3 for a single standard RATP ticket

Visitors already near a direct Right Bank bus route

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🚕 Taxi / ride-hail

10–20 mins from Châtelet

€10 to €13

Comfort, direct drop-off, and small groups

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🚶 Walking

Around 19 mins from Palais Garnier

Free

Sightseeing through central Paris

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🚲 Cycling

Around 10 mins from Palais Garnier

€3 to a few euros depending on the rental service

Quick central Paris travel

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Frequently asked questions about getting to Orangerie Museum

The museum is located inside the Tuileries Garden, near Place de la Concorde in central Paris. The full address is Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, 75001 Paris, France.

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