Orsay Museum Guided Tours

Explore one of the world's greatest Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections with an expert guide, set inside the Orsay Museum, former Beaux-Arts railway station.

• Everything you get: Entry to Orsay Museum with a 2-hour guided tour led by a licensed expert, through the museum’s permanent collections including masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Manet, with access to all temporary exhibitions on display.
• Why choose this: Explore the Orsay Museum with an expert guide who brings its Impressionist masterpieces to life, helping you see the stories, techniques, and context behind the art—not just the paintings themselves.
• Upgrades: Upgrade to a semi-private guided tour with a small group of up to 6 guests for a more intimate experience, or a fully private guided tour shaped entirely around your group's interests and pace, available in up to 8 languages.

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Orsay Museum

• 2-hour guided tour led by a licensed expert

• Expert tour guide in 8 languages (as per option selected)

• Semi-Private Guided Tour with up to 6 guests (as per option selected)

• Private Guided Tour with up to 6 guests (as per option selected)

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: Wheelchairs are available in exchange for an ID.
• Guide dogs: Guide dogs are allowed at the venue.

What’s not allowed

• Pets: Pets are not allowed at the museum.

Additional information

• Free entry days: Entry is free on the first Sunday of every month.
• Cloakroom: Cloakrooms are available free of charge for visitors.

Skip the lines and discover the world’s greatest Impressionist masterpieces with an expert guide.

• Everything you get: Enjoy fast-track entry to the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and a 2-hour expertly guided walking tour in English. Your local guide will lead you through a curated selection of iconic works by Van Gogh, Monet, Manet, Cezanne, Gauguin, and more, sharing fascinating stories and insights as you explore the stunning Beaux-Arts building.
• Why choose this: See the highlights of the Musée d'Orsay without the wait, guided by a passionate art expert who brings each masterpiece to life. Perfect for art lovers and curious explorers alike.

Inclusions #

• English guided tour

• Skip the line entry to Musée d'Orsay

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up/drop-off

• Gratuities

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID for all guests, including children, to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as this is a walking tour and you will need to walk at a moderate pace.
• You may bring a closed bottle of water.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and luggage exceeding 55 x 35 x 20 cm are not permitted inside the museum.
• Strollers and wheelchairs are not allowed on this tour.
• Food is forbidden inside the museum.
• Selfie sticks and professional photography equipment, such as tripods, are not allowed.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

• This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.

Additional information

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Latecomers cannot be accommodated or refunded.
• Areas visited during the tour may be subject to closure and your guide may adjust the itinerary as needed.

Make the most of your visit with a guided tour of the Orsay Museum's top highlights.

• Everything you get: Enjoy fast access to the Orsay Museum, skipping the famously long queues. Your expert English-speaking guide will lead you through the museum’s stunning Beaux-Arts setting, sharing the stories behind works by Monet, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, Degas, and Van Gogh.
• Why choose this: Most visitors spend hours in line and wander alone. Here, you skip queues and explore key masterpieces with an expert guide.
• Upgrade: Choose the 1.5-hour group tour for a more budget-friendly option with up to 25 guests, ideal if you enjoy a sociable, energetic group atmosphere.

Inclusions #

• Fast-track entry to the Orsay Museum

• Access to permanent collections & temporary exhibits

• English-speaking expert guide

• 2-hour semi-private tour up to 6 people(as per option selected)

• 1.5-hour guided tour up to 25 people (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Tips not included (welcomed and appreciated)

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking, as it may be requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum. Cloakrooms are available at the entrance, but bringing luggage may delay group entry.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not permitted inside the exhibition spaces.
• Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
• Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum galleries.

Accessibility

• The museum is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
• Wheelchairs are available upon request.
• Accessible restrooms are available at the museum.

Additional information

• Due to increased security measures, some lines may still form even with 'Skip-the-Line' access.
• Photos are allowed inside the museum without flash.
• Restroom facilities are available at the entrance and throughout the museum.
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.

Inclusions #

• Audio-guided tour of Père Lachaise (via mobile app, carry headphones)

• Audio-guided tour of Orsay Museum (via mobile app, carry headphones)

• Entry to the Orsay Museum permanent collection

• Audio guides available in multiple languages

• 1-year access to both audio guides

Exclusions #

• Live tour guide at either location

• Entry to temporary exhibitions at the Orsay Museum

• Hotel transfers or transportation between sites

• Food and drinks

Père Lachaise Cemetery

• Download and activate the audio guide before your visit, it is valid for one year.
• Bring your own headphones and a fully charged smartphone.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, paths are uneven and cobbled.
• Pets, large bags, strollers, and bicycles are not allowed. Only registered guide dogs are permitted.
• This experience is not wheelchair accessible and not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Orsay Museum

• Entry includes access to the permanent collection.
• The audio guide is available via mobile app and works offline once downloaded.
• Bring your own headphones and a fully charged smartphone.
• The museum is fully wheelchair accessible.
• Entry is on a separate ticket and can be scheduled for a different day from your Père Lachaise visit (ticket validity mentioned on voucher).

Inclusions #

Eiffel Tower Summit Tour

• Entry to the Eiffel Tower

• Expert bilingual (English and French-speaking) tour guide

• 1.5-hr guided tour of the Eiffel Tower

• Access to the summit of the Tower

• Seine River Cruise (optional)

Orsay Museum

• Orsay Museum Tickets

Eiffel Tower

• Tip: Don’t forget to peek into Gustave Eiffel’s private little apartment on the top level of the tower.
• Please note that you will only be allowed to enter at the time chosen during the booking, so we recommend arriving 30 minutes in advance in order to ensure a hassle-free entry.
• In rare instances, the Summit of the Eiffel Tower may be temporarily closed due to situations beyond our control, such as inclement weather or other circumstances. When this occurs, the group will be unable to access the Summit even if it reopens during your tour, but you will be provided a refund for the price of Summit access.

Orsay Museum

• Tip: If you have the time and want to tour the museum chronologically, start on the right after entering the mezzanine.
• However, if you’ve only budgeted a couple of hours and are primarily interested in Impressionism, head right upstairs to the top floor to enjoy the classic works in this style.