Meet the Rodin Museum’s most recognisable masterpiece. The Thinker sits quietly in the garden, drawing millions of visitors each year who come to admire its expressive detail and contemplative mood.
You will find The Thinker in the Rodin Museum's Sculpture Garden. It is placed near the central pathways, making it one of the first major artworks you will encounter outdoors.
Access is included with all standard Rodin Museum tickets. There is no separate ticket required to view The Thinker.
Yes. All standard tickets include access to the Sculpture Garden where The Thinker is located.
Yes. Personal photography is allowed, and the outdoor setting offers great lighting throughout the day. Flash photography, the use of selfie sticks and tripods is generally prohibited.
Most visitors spend 10–15 minutes, but many stay longer to walk around the sculpture and observe details from different angles.
Yes. The main garden paths leading to the sculpture are accessible, though some gravel areas may require extra caution.
A little. The sculpture is outdoors, so comfort depends on the weather, but it remains accessible year-round.
Skip-the-line speeds up museum entry but does not change access to the garden itself.
No. The sculpture is protected, and visitors must maintain a respectful distance to preserve the bronze surface.
The version you see is an official bronze cast made from Rodin’s original model.
Yes. The Gates of Hell is also displayed in the garden, only a short walk from The Thinker, making it easy to understand their connection.
Directly enter Rodin’s former home and discover his masterpieces with an official audio guide and skip-the-line access.
Inclusions
Skip-the-line entry to the Rodin Museum
Full access to Hôtel Biron
Full access to the gardens
Official audio guide in French, English, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin, or Korean (as per option selected)
Exclusions
Skip lines and view iconic sculptures at Rodin and then enjoy the finest impressionist art with an audio guide.
Inclusions Rodin Museum
Skip-the-line entry to the Rodin museum
Access to sculptures garden
Orsay Museum
Entry to Orsay Museum
Access to permanent exhibitions
Audio guide in 14 languages
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Get priority entry to see Rodin's masterpieces and experience French military history in one ticket.
Inclusions Les Invalides
Standard entry to Les Invalides
Access to the Dome Church with Napoleon’s tomb and Army Museum
Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation
Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral
Rodin Museum
Skip-the-line entry to Rodin Museum
Access to Sculptures Garden
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Look at Rodin’s masterpieces and cruise the Seine, Parisian art and scenery in one combo.
Inclusions Rodin Museum
Skip-the-line entry into Rodin Museum
Access to Sculptures Garden
Seine River Sightseeing Cruise
1-hour Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise (route here)
Audio guide in 14 languages
Choose your departure time (cruises depart every hour)
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Seine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise What to bring
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Get exclusive access to Rodin’s world with personalized insights from a private guide.
Inclusions
Semi-private guided tour of the Rodin Museum (max 8 people)
Skip-the-line admission to the museum and gardens
Expert art history guide in English, French, Spanish, or Italian (as per option selected)
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