The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour
At a glance
The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour is a 2h private experience in Paris, France, operated by LivTours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $246.23 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Priority access entrance into the Orsay Museum, Artwork by Manet, and Monet, Fully guided experience.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Russian, Swedish, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore the world's pivotal art movements from 1848 to 1914 on this Private Musée d’Orsay Tour, encompassing Contemporary, Realist, Pointillist, Cubist, and Impressionist treasures. The museum's dynamic exhibits showcase a comprehensive 200-year artistic journey.
This Musee d’Orsay Tour unveils timeless masterpieces like Van Gogh’s "Starry Night," alongside works from Renoir, Cezanne, School of Barbizon, Manet, and Monet. Stroll through history, witnessing style progressions across eras.
Discover the rebellion against traditional artistic norms on this comprehensive Musee d’Orsay Tour. Impressionist artists like Monet and Renoir sought to capture life's fleeting moments, defying conventional norms. Learn how this movement liberated art from preconceived notions, shaping modern art's trajectory.
What's included
What's included
- Priority access entrance into the Orsay Museum
- Artwork by Manet, and Monet
- Fully guided experience
- Van Gogh's Starry Night
- Artwork by Renoir, Cezanne, School of Barbizon
- Views of the Sacre Coeur and the Seine River
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Discover the essence of art over the last two centuries with this Private Musée d’Orsay Tour. Delve into the realms of Contemporary, Realist, Pointillist, Cubist, and Impressionist masterpieces, spanning from 1848 to the brink of World War I in 1914. The Orsay, housing one of the world's largest collections of Impressionist and post-Impressionist treasures, undergoes dynamic exhibit rotations to showcase its extensive repertoire.
Originally conceived as an electric train station for the 1899 Universal Exhibition in Paris, the Musee d’Orsay's architectural journey unfolds. Transformed from its brief stint as a train station with outdated platforms due to rapid train evolution, this metal structure enveloped in limestone, mirroring the neighboring Louvre and Musee l’Orangerie, has witnessed diverse uses. From wartime mail sorting to cinematic backdrops, it wasn't until the early 1970s that Paris initiated its metamorphosis into the world-renowned museum it stands as today.
Meeting point
At 2 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $246.23 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?
Priority access entrance into the Orsay Museum; Artwork by Manet, and Monet; Fully guided experience; Van Gogh's Starry Night; Artwork by Renoir, Cezanne, School of Barbizon; Views of the Sacre Coeur and the Seine River.
Where does it start?
At 2 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France.
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 Russian, Swedish, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
