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Paris Orsay Museum Guided Tour 2 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10

ExcellentTop 3% in Paris

655 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Paris, France
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Musée d’Orsay’s Impressionist masterpieces on a 2.5-hour guided tour with admission included and groups capped at six guests.

About this tour

Explore the Musée d’Orsay with a guide who brings its landmark art and artists into focus. This 2.5-hour Paris Orsay Museum Guided Tour follows a curated route through 19th-century art, tracing the ideas and rivalries that helped shape Impressionism.

See defining works by Monet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin as your guide connects the paintings to the stories behind them. Museum admission and reserved entry are included, and the group is capped at six guests for a more personal visit. Choose the private option for a guide exclusively for your group; wheelchair-friendly access is available only with that option. Temporary exhibitions are not included.

Meet at the large stairs in front of the museum entrance 10 minutes before departure. Make the most of your time with a Paris Orsay Museum Guided Tour focused on the works and stories that stay with you long after you leave.

Highlights

  • Admire defining works by Monet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin
  • Follow a curated route through 19th-century art and the rise of Impressionism
  • Hear the stories, rivalries, and breakthroughs behind the masterpieces
  • Enjoy a personal guided visit in a group capped at six guests

What's included

Included

  • Museum admission and reserved entry
  • Private museum tour and guide exclusively for your group, except with the semi-private option
  • Wheelchair-friendly tour, available only with the private option
  • Guided exploration of works by Monet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Temporary exhibitions

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Important information

  • Meet your guide 10 minutes before the start at the bottom right side of the large stairs in front of the Orsay Museum entrance
  • Provide a mobile phone number with country code
  • Wheelchair-friendly access is available only with the private tour option; the semi-private option is not wheelchair-friendly
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Large bags and suitcases are not allowed; only handbags or small, thin backpacks can pass security
  • Some rooms require quiet or restrict speaking; your guide will explain the rules before entry
  • Museum closures and collection changes may occur; if opening is delayed by more than 1 hour, an alternative will be offered, but refunds or discounts are not available

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided tour lasts 2.5 hours.

Is Museum admission included?

Yes. Museum admission and reserved entry are included, with no additional payment required.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair-friendly access is available only with the private tour option, not the semi-private option.

Where do we meet the guide?

Meet 10 minutes before the start at the bottom right side of the large stairs in front of the Orsay Museum entrance.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.95 from 655 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.0. Top 3% in Paris means it ranks in the top 3% of tours in Paris by this score.

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