Musée d’Orsay exhibitions

Musée d’Orsay’s exhibitions pair the museum’s celebrated permanent collection with rotating temporary shows, from focused artist studies to seasonal presentations. Some are included with standard museum admission, while others use dedicated timed entry. Here’s what’s currently confirmed, and how to plan around it.

Upcoming Musée d’Orsay exhibitions

Based on currently published information, the exhibition below is confirmed for 2026. Additional temporary exhibitions may be announced later on the museum’s official calendar.

Renoir and Love

  • About: This temporary exhibition brings together around 50 works from 1865 to 1885 and examines how Pierre-Auguste Renoir portrayed love, intimacy, and modern social life. It’s a good fit if you’re interested in Impressionism beyond the museum’s permanent highlights.
  • Artist: Pierre-Auguste Renoir
  • Date: March 17, 2026 to July 19, 2026
  • Time: Tuesday–Sunday, 9:30am–6pm; Thursday until 9:45pm
  • Venue: Musée d’Orsay
  • Admission: Dedicated timed exhibition ticket available. Some reserved-access museum tickets also include temporary exhibitions.

Frequently asked questions about Musée d’Orsay exhibitions

Not always. Some reserved-access tickets include temporary exhibitions, but blockbuster or specially ticketed shows can have their own timed entry, so check inclusions before booking.

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