Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 1,984 travellers
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the unparalleled beauty of the home and gardens of Claude Monet where he lived and painted for the last 40 years of his life. Visit off-the-beaten-path gems like Monet’s grave and Giverny’s church.
What's included
What's included
- A tranquil and calm time during your visit to a busy city!
- Entrance fee
- Small Group Tour limited to 8 people
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Expert Guide and Chauffeur
Not included
- Tips aka Gratuities for a guided visit well done.
- Food or drinks. Tour ends next to the Champs Elysées and a dozen different great places to eat.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Discover the beauty of Giverny, the peaceful village where Claude Monet lived and found his inspiration. With its untouched charm and authentic atmosphere, it feels like stepping into a postcard.
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Stop 2 · 1h 30m
There are two distinct gardens on Claude Monet's property. The lovely Clos Normand has hundreds of types of flowers in bloom throughout the spring, summer, and fall. You'll for sure recognize the bold purple Iris' lined pathways and the spicy, orange and yellow Capucines that climb on the arches just in front of his pink house with green shutters.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Waterlillies!!! The Japanese garden on Claude Monet's estate is the most famous as it has a green bridge and a waterlily-filled pond. Your guide will lead you directly to it and help you get the best souvenir photos! You'll see the precise spots where Monet painted from and compare the paintings with what you see in real life.
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Stop 4 · 30m
Monet's Colorful Home: Claude Monet lived here for more than 40 years and raised 8 children. Inside you will see his artist workshop as well as the personal decor and colorful paint that he put in every room. Groups are not allowed into the home as space is very limited inside. So, you will be given free time to explore inside on your own.
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Stop 5 · 30m
Graveside visit: Visit the final resting place of Claude Monet and pay your respects to the great man himself. His tomb is hidden away in a little countryside church's graveyard. Your guide will take you to it and share many of Monet's life stories that went beyond his art but still affected it.
Meeting point
Please be there at least 15 min before the official departure time! Tours always start sharp at the appointed starting time. For this tour it is absolutely necessary that you arrive before the tour starts as there is no way of catching up with the group once the tour has started.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age for all tour participants is 7 years old.
- The paths are gravel and there are steps to climb on this tour. Walkers are not very helpful.
- Not recommended for travelers who have trouble walking on their own.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris take?
The experience lasts about 4h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $148.89 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
A tranquil and calm time during your visit to a busy city!; Entrance fee; Small Group Tour limited to 8 people; Transport by air-conditioned minivan; Expert Guide and Chauffeur.
Where does it start?
Please be there at least 15 min before the official departure time! Tours always start sharp at the appointed starting time. For this tour it is absolutely necessary that you arrive before the tour starts as there is no way of catching up with the group once the tour has started.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 1,984 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
Information last checked October 7, 2026. Operated by Blue Fox Travel - Blue Bike Tours - Paris.
