Musée D'Orsay: the Impressionists and Beyond Small Group
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
After meeting your expert guide, your small group will bypass the general admissions line to enter the museum’s magnificent collections. You will begin your crash course by learning about the salons of Paris in the 19th century which determined the “quality” of an artist’s work. Once you have a strong base in what the elite were looking for in art, you will learn about one of the first rebels in the museum, Manet. Then, head upstairs with your guide to explore the impressionist collection, housing works of art by artists like Monet, Renoir, Degas, Valadon, and Lautrec. See how these artists fed off of each other; whilst being outsiders and miscreants of the elite art scene at the time. Finally, you will learn about the tragic life of Van Gogh through an analysis of his most famous paintings. To allow you the chance to explore more of the museum on your own, you will finish in the post-impressionism wing, allowing you to explore more or exit the museum.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Entry Tickets
Expert English-Speaking Licensed Tour Guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Musee d'Orsay
The Musée d’Orsay has been ranked the best museum in world for six years straight and is a must-see when in the city of lights. Housing a collection spanning from 1848 to 1914, the Orsay museum offers insight into one of the most tumultuous periods in human history. From the invention of tubes of paint, to trains, to electricity, this time period forever changed society and the world. Let your expert guide weave you through the collections, including impressionists such as Monet and Renoir to post impressionists like Vincent Van Gogh. You will learn about more than just techniques as the relationships among the artists in this time period are just as important as their work. You will get to see world-renowned masterpieces and, hopefully, some unexpected treasures, too!
Options
Musée D'Orsay: the Impressionists and Beyond (small group)
Private Orsay Tour
Private
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Go Team Adam
scottfG5858FO,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was the best. He kept things moving, his knowledge was scholarly and entertaining so understanding the art, artist and influence of how and what was happening during that time period to what we see today make a lot more sense which takes us to the why. It’s always nice to connect the why. Thank you Adam!
Tour of Musee D'Orsay with Violette our tour guide
Q1543MOlarryh,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Violette was an outstanding tour guide. She was knowlegeable, eneretic, enthusiastic and inspiring. WE learned so much and appreciate her abilty as a teacher and her love of art!
Outstanding tour of the Musée d'Orsay
nikolausd249,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There are different qualities of excellent tour guides, the tour with Violette was once again outstanding among them. She is likely to speak fluent multiple languages, her English is perfect, uncomplicated museum presentation with headphones, incredible detail knowledge, humorous & very likeable manner. Overall, the 2.5 hours in the Musee d'Orsay have passed like in flight, and in the end you already want to book the next tour with her.. absolute recommendation !!!
The Only Way To See D'Orsay
kjdrerup,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The English tour with Violette was fantastic! She’s easy to understand, gives you an earpiece for crowded areas, and makes the museum come alive with stories and insights. This is the best way to experience the D’Orsay — highly recommend!
Extraordinary Tour
mar asof an,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Violette is truly spectacular. So knowledgable and entretaining, the 3 house really flew by! Thanks very much Violette!
D’Orsay Tour
James C,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was awesome. So knowledgeable and friendly. She took time to answer questions and to put all the art in its historical context.
Orsay museum passion
ChrisDrongitis,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just amazing, very passionate about her job, anyone can see and feel her love of the arts. She also gives great recommendations.
Musee D'Orsay with Team Adam
100robw,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was insightful, engaging, sincere, and extremely knowledgeable - a true Canadian and an amazing guide. I couldn't recommend the Musee D'Orsay - an amazing glimpse of a pivotal time period, or Team Adam - enough. If I could give six stars, I would.
SIMPLY THE BEST!!!
maryheaney1,
Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam is a brilliant tour guide. He is a wonderful communicator who captivated us with his depth of knowledge, his passion for art and his natural ability as a teacher. Unlike most tour guides, Adam frequently asked questions and this interaction ensured that we learned so much and will view art differently from now on. He is also an entertainer whose wit and repartee ensured many laughs.He's the best!!!
More Than a Tour - A Journey Through Art
MarkFlanagan 12,
Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an exceptional experience. We can’t thank Adam enough for sharing his deep knowledge and evident passion for the Expressionist paintings at the Musée d’Orsay. Adam is more than a guide, he’s a gifted teacher who brings the art and its creators vividly to life. His insights added richness and meaning to every piece we encountered. I couldn’t recommend this tour with Adam more highly.
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