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Musée Orsay Highlights Tour - Best of Impressionism & Hidden Gems

The Musée d'Orsay contains the world's biggest collection of Impressionist art. Nearly one out of three Impressionist paintings exhibited in museums all over the world are in this building, a beautiful former railway station built for the Universal Exhibition of 1900, transformed in museum in 1986.

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Overview

The Musée d'Orsay contains the world's biggest collection of Impressionist art. Nearly one out of three Impressionist paintings exhibited in museums all over the world are in this building, a beautiful former railway station built for the Universal Exhibition of 1900, transformed in museum in 1986. In our experience you will learn about the surprising history of this building, that was previously used as film set for famous movies, as a garage by Nazi Germans and that was finally transformed in Paris' first museum for the art of 19th century. We will visit and comment the most important pieces of art the model of the Statue of Liberty, the sculptures by Auguste Rodin, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, Aristide Maillol and of course the paintings created by the impressionists Manet, Monet, Degas, Rodin, Latour, Cezanne, Sisley, Van Gogh and Gaugin. Our tour ends with the famous arts and crafts, also called Art Floral, a completely new style of furnitures that unifies art and handicraft.

The Musée d'Orsay contains the world's biggest collection of Impressionist art. Nearly one out of three Impressionist paintings exhibited in museums all over the world are in this building, a beautiful former railway station built for the Universal Exhibition of 1900, transformed in museum in 1986. In our experience you will learn about the surprising history of this building, that was previously used as film set for famous movies, as a garage by Nazi Germans and that was finally transformed in Paris' first museum for the art of 19th century. We will visit and comment the most important pieces of art the model of the Statue of Liberty, the sculptures by Auguste Rodin, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, Aristide Maillol and of course the paintings created by the impressionists Manet, Monet, Degas, Rodin, Latour, Cezanne, Sisley, Van Gogh and Gaugin. Our tour ends with the famous arts and crafts, also called Art Floral, a completely new style of furnitures that unifies art and handicraft.

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What to Bring

  • •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • •Public transportation options are available nearby
  • •Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this experience take?+

The listed duration is 2 hours.

What's included?+

Included: Headsets for better listening to your guide; Locker; Enter with no waiting in the line. Not included: TICKETS NOT INCLUDED, LET US KNOW, THE GUIDE CAN PREPARE IT FOR YOU (16 euros/adult by cash); EU-citizens over 26 and other over 18 need a entrance ticket (bring 16 euros, we provide it for you); Admission fees.

Where does it start and where do I meet the guide?+

Start: You will meet the guide in front of the entrance at the museum under a statue of an elephant. The guide will hold a sign “My Super Paris”.

What is the cancellation policy?+

This experience is listed with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Check the exact terms on the booking page before you pay.

What suitability and accessibility information does the operator list?+

The operator lists the following: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Public transportation options are available nearby; Suitable for all physical fitness levels.

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A single booking can include 1 to 6 travelers. At least one adult is required on each booking.

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