Musée de l'Orangerie Private Guided Tour in French

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Spend a couple of focused hours inside the Musée de l'Orangerie with your own private guide. The centerpiece is Claude Monet's Water Lilies, eight huge panels set in two oval rooms built to his exact wishes and lit from above by daylight. From there you'll move through the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume Collection, with paintings by Cézanne, Renoir, Matisse, Picasso, and Rousseau. Skip-the-line entry and all entrance fees are included, and the tour is guided in French.

Guide Languages

French

Highlights

See eight of Monet's Water Lilies lit by daylight in two rooms built to his exact specifications
Take in works by Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, and Rousseau, among many others
Browse Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and modern works in the current temporary exhibition
Stand inside the oval rooms where the Water Lilies wrap around the walls and surround you
Visit a museum small enough to enjoy fully, steps from the Tuileries and Place de la Concorde

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Included / Excluded

Skip-the-line entry to the Musée de l'Orangerie
Private guided tour of the Musée de l'Orangerie
All entrance fees

Good to Know Before Your Visit

The Musée de l'Orangerie sits at the western end of the Tuileries Garden, right next to the Place de la Concorde, so it's an easy walk from several Metro stops. The closest is Concorde (Lines 1, 8, and 12), with Tuileries (Line 1) and Assemblée Nationale (Line 12) also nearby. Buses 24, 42, 52, 72, 73, 84, and 94 stop around Place de la Concorde or along the Tuileries, and from any of them it's a short stroll through the garden to the entrance. Your tour is guided in French.

The museum generally opens 09:00 to 18:00, with last entry about an hour before closing, and is usually closed Tuesdays along with May 1, December 25, and January 1. Hours can shift for holidays or special events, so it's worth checking the official site before you go. There's no dress code, but comfortable shoes help since you'll be on your feet moving between the galleries. The building is compact, which keeps the visit calm and unhurried, though the two oval Water Lilies rooms can fill up midday, so an earlier slot tends to feel quieter.

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Available Days / Times

Monday : 10:00, 13:30
Tuesday
Wednesday : 10:00, 13:30
Thursday : 10:00, 13:30
Friday : 10:00, 13:30
Saturday : 10:00, 13:30
Sunday

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What are the main things to see at the Musée de l'Orangerie?

The headline attraction is Claude Monet's Water Lilies, shown across two oval rooms, followed by the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume Collection with works by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, and Picasso.

Do I need to book ahead for the Musée de l'Orangerie?

Booking ahead is a good idea, especially in high season and on weekends. This tour includes skip-the-line entry, so you won't wait in the ticket queue.

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

Plan on roughly 1.5 to 2 hours, which covers both the Water Lilies rooms and the collection below.

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

Yes, the museum is generally accessible, with elevators between levels. It's always worth confirming specific accessibility details before you go.

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

Photography for personal use is generally allowed without flash. Follow any posted signage, as some temporary exhibitions have their own rules.

What language is this tour guided in?

This is a private tour guided in French.

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

The nearest Metro is Concorde (Lines 1, 8, 12), with Tuileries and Assemblée Nationale also close by. Several buses stop near Place de la Concorde and the Tuileries Garden.

Why is it called the Musée de l'Orangerie?

The building started life as a winter shelter for the orange trees of the Tuileries garden, which is exactly where the name comes from.

How did Monet's Water Lilies end up here?

After the First World War, Monet gave 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 choice if I don't have much time?

Yes. It's compact compared to the big Paris museums, so you can see the whole place in an hour or two without the fatigue of somewhere like the Louvre.