Musée de l'Orangerie Private Guided Tour in German

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

This is a private, German-guided walk through the Musée de l'Orangerie, the compact Paris gallery best known for Claude Monet's Water Lilies. You'll skip the ticket line and have a guide who knows how to read Impressionist and modern painting, from Monet's eight curved water lily panels to works by Cézanne, Renoir, Matisse, Picasso, and Rousseau in the downstairs collection. All entrance fees are covered, so you can focus on the art. Plan for a couple of relaxed hours in one of the city's most intimate museums.

Guide Languages

German

Highlights

See eight of Monet's Water Lilies lit by natural light, 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 pieces in the current temporary exhibition.
Visit a gallery that began as the Tuileries' winter shelter for orange trees, right beside the Place de la Concorde.
See the Water Lilies wrap around the oval rooms in continuous curves, so the paintings surround you rather than hang in front of you.

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

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

Good to Know Before Your Visit

The tour is guided in German, and your guide meets you at the Musée de l'Orangerie, which sits at the western end of the Jardin des Tuileries, right by the Place de la Concorde. With pre-booked skip-the-line entry, you'll usually get inside quickly instead of waiting in the ticket queue. The museum is small and easy to navigate: Monet's Water Lilies fill two oval rooms, and the Walter-Guillaume collection of modern masters occupies a separate gallery level. Expect a quiet, focused atmosphere and roughly one and a half to two hours inside.

If you're making your own way there, the closest Metro stop is Concorde (lines 1, 8, and 12), with Tuileries (line 1) also nearby, plus several bus routes stopping at Place de la Concorde. The Orangerie generally opens 09:00 to 18:00 with last entry about an hour before closing, and it's closed on Tuesdays as well as May 1, December 25, and January 1; hours can shift around holidays, 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. Mornings tend to be calmer than midday in the two Water Lilies rooms.

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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 attractions at the Musée de l'Orangerie?

The highlight is Claude Monet's Water Lilies, eight panels set in two oval rooms, along with the Walter-Guillaume collection of works by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, and others.

Do I need to book tickets in advance?

This tour already includes skip-the-line entry and all entrance fees, so your admission is secured and you won't need to buy a separate ticket.

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

Most people spend about 1.5 to 2 hours inside, covering both the Water Lilies rooms and the modern collection downstairs.

Is the museum accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

The Orangerie is generally accessible, with elevators between levels. It's worth confirming specific needs with staff on arrival.

Can I take photos inside the museum?

Photography for personal use is generally allowed without flash, though some exhibitions may restrict it. Follow any posted signs.

What language is this tour conducted in?

This is a private tour guided in German.

Where does the tour meet?

You'll meet your guide at the Musée de l'Orangerie in the Jardin des Tuileries, near the Place de la Concorde end of the garden.

Why is the museum called the Orangerie?

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

How were Monet's Water Lilies rooms created?

After World War I, Monet gave the panels to the French state, and two oval rooms were built specifically to display them with natural light from above, exactly as he intended.

Is the Orangerie a good alternative to larger Paris museums?

Yes. Its compact size lets you see everything without the fatigue of a place like the Louvre, and many visitors pair it with a walk through the Tuileries or the nearby Musée d'Orsay.