Book Orsay Museum guided tours

What can you expect on a guided tour?

• Guided tours of the Orsay Museum include skip-the-line access to bypass the long queues and head straight to the museum. Once in, a guide takes you to the museum's popular artworks like Monet’s Water Lillies and Van Gogh’s Starry Night over the Rhone.
• Your guide will also lead you through the vast museum, sharing fascinating insights in English —from its origins as a railway station to its transformation into a famous art museum.
• Along the way, you'll encounter iconic masterpieces like Monet's Water Lilies, Van Gogh's Starry Night, and Renoir's Dance at the Moulin de la Galette, each offering a unique glimpse into the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements.
• Other highlights may include works like Édouard Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère, a depiction of modern Parisian life, and Georges Seurat's A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, a Pointillism style art piece.
• Throughout the tour, your guide will explain the artistic techniques behind the paintings. This interactive experience allows you to ask questions and tailor the visit to your interests.
• Your guided tour comes with a small group of 6 people and audio headsets for clear communication, for a more intimate experience. 
• Tours typically last 2–3 hours, offering enough time to cover major highlights without feeling rushed. Afterward, you're often free to explore the museum on your own.