Walking Tours

Orsay Museum Tickets with Mini-Walking Tour

Embark on an experience that lets you enjoy a guided mini-walking tour along the bridges on the Seine River with an entry ticket to the Orsay Museum which houses French art.

Wander through the galleries dedicated to sculptures and decorative arts, featuring exquisite pieces from the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods at the Orsay Museum.

Marvel at masterpieces by Van Gogh, Renoir, and other greats, including celebrated works such as Monet’s Water Lilies and Manet’s Olympia.

Admire the architectural beauty of France and learn about its history while strolling through the bridges on the Seine River with a guide.

Learn amazing facts about the Île de la Cité island as you tread on the oldest standing bridge across the river Seine, the Pont Neuf.

Fun fact: The building's sides are also constructed of metal, but were faced with limestone to match the Louvre Museum across the river.

Entry to Orsay Museum

Mini-guided Seine bridges walking tour

English-speaking guide

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

A narration of French history by the Seine River

Learn about the art and architecture of Paris as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the picturesque surroundings of the Seine River. Begin the tour with your guide at the Pont Neuf by the Henri IV statue. Emotions of awe and admiration will swell you up at the breathtaking view of the water reflecting the lights, the architectural genius of the bridge that you stand upon, and the secrets of Île de la Cité revealed as you walk across this bridge.

Follow your guide to the southern bank of the Seine until you reach the Pont des Arts, a photogenic delight! Scattered clouds on the horizon that reveal the Eiffel Tower in the near distance make for iconic shots of this 19th-century bridge.

Self-exploration of the Orsay Museum

For the lovers of French history, treat yourself to the Rive Gauche and the Rive Droite stories as you walk along the Pont du Carrousel and Pont Royal. Marvel at the beauty of the iconic Louvre Pyramid on the northern bank. Enter the Orsay Museum situated on the Left Bank of the Seine. Explore on your own the collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture, and photography inside this former Gare d'Orsay, a Beaux-Arts railway station built between 1898 and 1900.

This is considered one of the best galleries in Paris and contains masterpieces such as Dance at le Moulin de la Galette by Renoir, Apples, and Oranges by Cézanne, Van Gogh's self-portraits, and many other unique pieces you’ll have the opportunity to admire.

What to bring

It is recommended to bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and water bottle and wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs are available in exchange for a piece of identification.

Cloakrooms are available free of charge for visitors to drop off their coats, small luggage, and other items subject to a compulsory deposit.

Cabin-size baggage (56x45x25 cm) is allowed, but valuables are not accepted.

Additional information

Entry is free on the first Sunday of every month.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at the Equestrian Statue of Henri IV

Address: 15 Pl. du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris, France.

Landmark: Pont Neuf.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Pont Neuf - Quai des Grands Augustins. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board buses #58 and #70 to get you there.

By Subway

The closest train station is Pont Neuf. It is a quick 2 minute walk to the meeting point.