Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry in Paris
Paris, France

Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry

Outty Ranking 70 4.9 · 16 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $9

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70/100

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4.9/5

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Is Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry worth booking?

Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $9 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
70 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (16)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$9 per person

Travel back in time to the most exquisite 19th-century art collection with timed entry access to the Musée d’Orsay. Let yourself wander with your Expert Guide through the beautiful galleries housed in a spectacular conv

What you get

    About this experience

    Travel back in time to the most exquisite 19th-century art collection with timed entry access to the Musée d’Orsay. Let yourself wander with your Expert Guide through the beautiful galleries housed in a spectacular converted Belle Epoque train station. The connection between French history and art will be revealed when you dive into the dazzling paintings and learn how and why artistic revolutionaries like Monet, Van Gogh, Manet, Renoir, and Degas changed the art world forever and gave birth to impressionism! You will Discover: Olympia by Manet, Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette by Renoir Poppy Field and Water Lilies by Monet Bedroom in Arles and Self Portrait by Van Gogh, Dancers by Degas The Gleaners by Millet & other masterpieces by Gauguin, Cezanne & many more of the world's most famous artists & works of art! Roam the museum's magnificent hallways & galleries!

    What's included

    Included

    • Timed entry access
    • Private Tour
    • Certified Expert Guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Musee d'Orsay

      Meet your guide and enter this majestic building which was once home to an elegant train station opened in 1900! For the first-time visitor or even a well-heeled connoisseur, this museum and art gallery is both unmissable and overwhelming. A guided tour of the Musée d'Orsay with our certified guides is the only way to fully uncover the many mysteries this enormous museum has to offer. You will Discover: -Olympia by Manet -Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette by Renoir -Poppy Field and Water Lilies by Monet -Bedroom in Arles and Self Portrait by Van Gogh -Dancers by Degas -The Gleaners by Millet -Other masterpieces by Gauguin, Cezanne & many more of the world's most famous works of art! -Roam the museum's magnificent hallways & galleries!

      150 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    Meet your guide with the White StellarTours badge (BIG BLUE STAR on badge) in front of the Statues of the Six Continents outside the main entrance of the Musée d'Orsay.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Meet your guide with the White StellarTours badge (BIG BLUE STAR on badge) in front of the Statues of the Six Continents outside the main entrance of the Musée d'Orsay.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    StellarTours

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    16 verified traveler reviews for Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    T1625VOsamuelk · October 2024

    Must see in Paris

    Florence was an amazing guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about the museum, its history as well as the the various artists and the works that are on display. It’s an absolute mess if you are in Paris and me and my wife highly recommend it!

    via Tripadvisor

    80dominicl · January 2024

    Orsay

    A brilliant time at Orsay! I took two tours with Alberto and they were both great but this was the best - Orsay is beautiful and to be taken around by somebody so knowledgeable really made it special.

    via Tripadvisor

    Vfranz75009 · January 2024

    Orsay‘s delight

    What a day ! Museum was ceowded but our guide was leadind us lije it was his own house. We all have been delighted by the magic of those impressionist. 5 stars !

    via Tripadvisor

    938ek · January 2024

    Johanna was great!

    Johanna the guide was wonderful! We would have never discovered so many paintings and learned so much about this museum if we had nöt done this tour with our lovely guide.

    via Tripadvisor

    EssiD2 · December 2023

    Perfect Tour

    Our tour with Johanna was very interesting. We saw paintings by Van Gogh and Renoir and other famous artists. Its the best way to discover this beautiful museum.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $9 to $575
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    6
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 70

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)39
    Booking momentum (14% weight)31
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)65
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

    How much does Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry cost?

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    Prices start at $9 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

    Is Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry?

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    Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Orsay Museum Guided Tour - Timed Entry start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Paris?

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    Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Paris?

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    April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Paris?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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