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Meet the Impressionists: Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour

356 reviews

2 hours

Max 20

Why take this tour?

Highlights

Skip-the-Line Entry to the Musée d’Orsay – Bypass the long queues and step straight into one of the world’s most breathtaking art spaces.
Handpicked Highlights from Van Gogh, Monet, Manet & More – See the works that shaped an era, carefully selected to show you the museum's most interesting paintings.
Art-Loving Expert Guide – Go beyond facts with a guide who reveals the bold lives, radical ideas, and private struggles behind every brushstroke.
Small Group Size – Travel in a small group that encourages questions and conversation.
See the Iconic Orsay Clock – Stand behind the museum’s legendary clock face for one of Paris’s most photographed views.

Sites Visited
Musée d’Orsay

Tour Includes
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
Skip-the-line ticket for Musée d’Orsay

Take in the inner world of the Impressionists.

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Verified Customer reviews

Verified ratings

4.5 /5

based on 79 Walks’ customer ratings

Overall rating

4.5 /5

79 reviews

Rating summary by category

Guide

4.7/5

Latest reviews

Excellent

Rey friendly and informative Interesting lots of walking to cover the museam in 1.5 hours I learned a lot

GetYourGuide customer · Adib · United States · Oct 10, 2025

Excellent

Adam is engaging, shares a story as he guides through and humanizes the artists. The absolute best tour guide ever. Make sure to book a tour with Adam.

Tripadvisor customer · Allison · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Adam made our experience a once in a lifetime experience. His personality, professionalism, and mastery of art were beyond our wildest expectation. We felt like we were in a master class. Our daughter, who has an art degree, said he was better than most of her professors. When we come back we will request Adam for any and all art tours.

Tripadvisor customer · Anna · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Adam did a great job. Loved all the things he had to say. His insite into each artist was interesting and helpful. Make sure to ask for Adam!

Tripadvisor customer · darcyrdh · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Adam was an exceptional guide—witty, intelligent, and deeply knowledgeable. He brought the Musée d’Orsay and the Impressionist masters to life with fascinating insights and a wonderful sense of humor!

Tripadvisor customer · Sarah · Oct 09, 2025

Verified rating

4.5 /5

based on 79 Walks’ customer ratings

Guide

4.7/5

Total guest reviews

: 356 guest reviews

Excellent 322

Great 27

Good 2

Average 2

Poor 3

Latest reviews

Excellent

Rey friendly and informative Interesting lots of walking to cover the museam in 1.5 hours I learned a lot

GetYourGuide customer · Adib · United States · Oct 10, 2025

Excellent

Adam did a great job. Loved all the things he had to say. His insite into each artist was interesting and helpful. Make sure to ask for Adam!

Tripadvisor customer · darcyrdh · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Guided tour of Impressionist painting in the Orsay was outstanding. Our guide, Adam, was the best guide I’ve experienced in 25 years of guided tours. He had the technical and historical grasp of things , but a strong sense of the emotional heft and significance of what happened. And really good communication and teaching skills - that’s what animated it all for me.

Tripadvisor customer · Mark · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Adam is engaging, shares a story as he guides through and humanizes the artists. The absolute best tour guide ever. Make sure to book a tour with Adam.

Tripadvisor customer · Allison · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Tripadvisor customer · Anna · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

Tripadvisor customer · Sarah · Oct 09, 2025

Excellent

What a fabulous place to visit. I had been there once before but didn’t take the time for a tour. What a difference it makes with a knowledgeable tour guide. Violet was amazing. Her depth of knowledge about art made the museum pieces come alive.

Tripadvisor customer · Jan · Oct 08, 2025

Excellent

Adam was awesome. His knowledge, presentation skills and perspective brought the art to life and allowed a view I would never have imagined.

Tripadvisor customer · James · Oct 08, 2025

Excellent

Adam provided my wife and I the best guided tour of any in our lives. He is knowledgeable and passionate about art and life. Adam’s tour provides a deep lean into subject matter combining humor and insight into humanity. Unfortunately, our tour was only two and 1/2 hours as I would have loved to listen and learn from him all day. We had twenty English speaking people on our tour and Adam remembered everyone’s name. He has multiple degrees including a PHD making him uniquely qualified to engage and answer you questions. We’re TEAM Adam for life. KYCRE8ED

Tripadvisor customer · Brian · Oct 08, 2025

Excellent

Team Adam! One of the best tours ever! Incredibly interesting and well integrated Paris history, artists' lives, painting timeline. Left with lots to think about. Easy listening with headphones . Would repeat the tour in a heartbeat.

Tripadvisor customer · mary · Oct 08, 2025

FAQs

Are there any tips for visiting the Musée d’Orsay?

Yes, arrive early to enjoy the museum exterior and surrounding neighborhood and wear comfortable shoes. Booking a guided tour is the best way to get more out of your visit.

Should I visit the Musée d’Orsay or the Louvre?

Both are world-class museums, but they offer very different experiences. The Louvre is vast and encyclopedic, covering centuries of global art, while the Musée d’Orsay focuses on 19th- and early 20th-century French painting—especially the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. If you’re drawn to artists like Van Gogh, Monet, and Manet, or you want a more manageable, focused visit with powerful storytelling, this Musée d’Orsay tour is the perfect choice.

Is this Musée d’Orsay tour good for solo travelers?

Absolutely. This small-group tour is a great way to experience the museum with others while still having space for personal reflection. Solo travelers often appreciate the chance to ask questions, connect with the guide, and enjoy the museum in a more meaningful way than visiting alone. Plus, with skip-the-line access and a curated itinerary, it’s an easy and welcoming option for exploring one of Paris’s top cultural sites.

Is this Musée d'Orsay tour good for kids or families?

While the focus is on art history, many families enjoy this tour thanks to the guide’s engaging storytelling. Teens and older children with an interest in art or history will get the most out of the experience.

Does this tour include skip-the-line entry to the Musée d'Orsay?

Yes! Your ticket includes skip-the-line access, which allows you to bypass the regular queues and enter the museum more quickly.

How long is the tour and how much walking is involved?

The experience lasts about 3 hours and includes an easy-paced Latin Quarter walking tour, covering just over a mile with plenty of delicious stops.

Do I need to know anything about art to enjoy this tour?

Not at all. Your guide will explain everything in a way that’s engaging and easy to follow. Whether you’re completely new to art or already have a favorite Impressionist, you’ll walk away with a richer understanding and appreciation.

What will I see on this Musée d’Orsay guided tour?

You’ll see standout works by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masters, including Van Gogh, Monet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, and Cézanne. Expect highlights like Starry Night Over the Rhône, Olympia, and Water Lilies, along with insights that bring each piece to life.

Is this the best Musée d'Orsay tour for a first-time visitor?

Yes! This tour is designed to give you a focused, meaningful introduction to the museum. Rather than trying to see everything, your expert guide selects key masterpieces and shares the stories that make them unforgettable. It’s ideal for beginners and art lovers alike.

I use a wheelchair. Can I take this tour?

Unfortunately, this tour route is not fully wheelchair accessible. However, an alternate route can be arranged to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs. Please contact our Guest Experience Team at least one week before the tour to discuss arranging a private tour that meets your accessibility needs.

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