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Orsay Museum Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets

Facade of Musée d'Orsay along the Seine River in Paris, France.
Painting of workers scraping a wooden floor, displayed in Orsay Museum, Paris, France.
Visitors viewing art at Musée d’Orsay during a guided tour.
Monet paintings displayed inside Orsay Museum, Paris, France.

Duration

2 hr

Open today

9:30am - 6:00pm

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Guided tour

4.2/5

(59)

Vivienne Lavery

Vivienne

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Avi was our tour guide and he was very informative. We appreciated having tje headsets as the museum was busy but we could hear everytbing clearly Good communication re meeting up
Enny Ingrid de Haart

Enny

Nov 2025
Verified booking
Our guide Manuel was very enthusiastic. He explained musée d'Orsay to us in just under 2 hours. We were not bored for a moment. Fortunately, we were able to look around on our own after lunch.
Michael Huang

Michael

Sep 2025
Verified booking
Our tour guide Hamish was extremely knowledgeable and very good at explaining the artwork we were viewing. He was also very organised and we had a great experience.
    • Skip the long lines and jump straight into your guided tour, led by an expert English-speaking storyteller who brings every corner of the museum to life.

    • See the Orsay’s top masterpieces — Monet, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, Degas, and Van Gogh with your guide weaving in the stories, context, and layers you’d miss on your own.

    • Wander through this grand Beaux-Arts station as your guide reveals the moments that shaped Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.

    • Choose the guided style you prefer: a semi-private tour of just 6 guests or upgrade to a lively group tour of up to 25.

    • Enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience with all tickets, entry logistics, and reservation fees handled before your guided tour begins.

    • 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)

    • Tips not included (welcomed and appreciated)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 59 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Vivienne Lavery

    Vivienne

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    Avi was our tour guide and he was very informative. We appreciated having tje headsets as the museum was busy but we could hear everytbing clearly Good communication re meeting up
    Mahmoudi najlaa

    Mahmoudi

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    Unfortunately, even 2 hours is not enough! Friendly guide Easy to find in the museum
    Concetta Iovine

    Concetta

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    Wonderful museum. Excellent guide!
    Enny Ingrid de Haart

    Enny

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    Our guide Manuel was very enthusiastic. He explained musée d'Orsay to us in just under 2 hours. We were not bored for a moment. Fortunately, we were able to look around on our own after lunch.
    Michael Huang

    Michael

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    Our tour guide Hamish was extremely knowledgeable and very good at explaining the artwork we were viewing. He was also very organised and we had a great experience.
  • Enjoy fast access and explore the Orsay Museum's Impressionist masterpieces with an expert English-speaking guide.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide near the entrance, where your fast-access ticket will be checked. After a short introduction, you’ll move through security and head straight inside to begin your guided tour.

    What to expect

    Orsay Museum

    The Orsay Museum is a grand former railway station known for one of the world’s finest Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art collections.

    Features

    • Expert-guided tour: Explore the Orsay Museum with an English-speaking expert who brings each artwork, artist, and movement to life with rich stories and easy-to-follow insights.

    • Semi-private tour (Up to 6 guests): Enjoy an intimate 2-hour experience with front-row access to masterpieces and plenty of time to ask questions in a small, relaxed group.

    • Group tour (Up to 25 guests): Choose a more affordable 1.5-hour tour with a lively group atmosphere as you explore the museum’s highlights with fellow art lovers.

    • Masterpieces of Impressionism: Stand before icons by Monet, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, Degas, and Van Gogh as your guide reveals the breakthroughs, rivalries, and stories behind these revolutionary works.

    • Beaux-Arts Railway Station setting: Discover a former railway station transformed into a soaring Beaux-Arts museum, adding grandeur to your guided experience.

    • Fast-access entry included: Walk past long lines with pre-arranged tickets for a smooth, stress-free start to your tour.

  • Orsay Museum

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday9:30am - 6:00pmlast entry 5:00pm
    Wednesday9:30am - 6:00pmlast entry 5:00pm
    Thursday9:30am - 9:45pmlast entry 9:00pm
    Friday9:30am - 6:00pmlast entry 5:00pm
    Saturday9:30am - 6:00pmlast entry 5:00pm
    Sunday9:30am - 6:00pmlast entry 5:00pm
  • 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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