Musée de l'Orangerie Fast-Track Tickets, Paris

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Paris, France

Audio Guide

English, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

These fast-track tickets get you past the ticket line and straight into the Musée de l'Orangerie, the small Tuileries museum famous for Claude Monet's Water Lilies. Eight huge panels wrap around two oval rooms built to Monet's own specifications, lit from above by natural light. Downstairs, the Walter-Guillaume collection gathers works by Cézanne, Renoir, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, and Rousseau. A digital audio guide is included, available in several languages depending on the option you choose.

Audio Guide Languages

English Spanish French Italian Chinese Portuguese

Highlights

See eight of Monet's Water Lilies lit by natural light in two oval rooms built to the artist's own specifications.
View works by Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, and Rousseau in the Walter-Guillaume collection.
Catch the museum's current temporary exhibition of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and modern art.
Visit a museum named for the orangery that once sheltered the Tuileries garden's orange trees in winter.
Take in a compact collection you can see in full without the fatigue of a visit to the Louvre.

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Orangerie's permanent and temporary collections
Digital audio guide in English, French, Dutch, Italian, Chinese, Spanish, or Portuguese (per the option chosen)

Visiting the Musée de l'Orangerie: What to See and How to Get There

The Musée de l'Orangerie sits at the western edge of the Jardin des Tuileries, near Place de la Concorde. With fast-track tickets you skip the ticket line and head straight in. The ground floor is given over to Monet's Water Lilies, shown in two curved oval rooms where the panels wrap around the walls so the paintings surround you rather than hang in front of you. On the lower level, the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection brings together Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Rousseau, Modigliani, and Soutine from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Because the museum is small, plan on roughly one to two hours, and expect the two oval rooms to feel busier in early afternoon than first thing in the morning.

Opening hours run from 09:00 to 18:00, with last entry about an hour before closing. The museum is closed on Tuesdays, as well as 1 May, 25 December, and 1 January. Hours can shift on public holidays, so it's worth checking the official site before you go. There's no formal dress code, but wear comfortable shoes since you'll be on your feet in the galleries. Getting there is easy: the nearest metro stops are Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12), Tuileries (line 1), and Assemblée Nationale (line 12), and buses 24, 42, 52, 72, 73, 84, and 94 stop near Place de la Concorde or the Tuileries, a short walk through the garden to the entrance.

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Local time 4:35 AM, UTC+02:00

Available Days / Times

Monday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30
Tuesday
Wednesday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30
Thursday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30
Friday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30
Saturday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30
Sunday : 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What are the main attractions at the Musée de l'Orangerie?

The highlight is Monet's Water Lilies, shown across two oval rooms, along with the Walter-Guillaume collection featuring Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, and Picasso.

Do I need to book tickets in advance for the Musée de l'Orangerie?

Booking ahead is a good idea, especially on weekends and in high season. Fast-track tickets let you skip the ticket line and walk straight in.

How long does a visit to the Musée de l'Orangerie take?

Plan on about one to two hours, depending on how long you want to sit with the Water Lilies.

Is the Musée de l'Orangerie accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

The museum is generally accessible, with lifts between levels. It's worth checking current accessibility details before your visit.

Can I take photos inside the Musée de l'Orangerie?

Photography for personal use is generally allowed without flash. Follow any posted signage, as rules can differ for some exhibitions.

Is an audio guide included with these tickets?

Yes, a digital audio guide is included, available in English, French, Dutch, Italian, Chinese, Spanish, or Portuguese depending on the option you select.

How do I get to the Musée de l'Orangerie by public transport?

Take the metro to Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12) or Tuileries (line 1), or a bus such as the 24, 42, 72, 73, 84, or 94 to Place de la Concorde, then walk through the Tuileries to the museum.

Why is the Musée de l'Orangerie named after an orangery?

The building was originally a winter shelter for the orange trees of the Tuileries garden, which is where the name comes from.

How did Monet's Water Lilies end up at the Orangerie?

After the First World War, Monet donated a series of large Water Lilies panels to the French state, and two oval rooms were built specifically to display them.

Is the Musée de l'Orangerie a good option if I want to avoid big crowds?

It's much smaller than museums like the Louvre, so you can see the whole place without the same fatigue. Mornings are usually calmer than early afternoon in the two oval rooms.