
The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour
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Is The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour worth booking?
The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $149 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (18)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $149 per person
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
What you get
About this experience
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
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
What you'll see and do
Musee d'Orsay
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.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
At 2 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, sv, pt, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LivTours
Know before you go
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A wonderful trip to Versailles
We had a fabulous tour with GRIGOR. Our tour included the interior of Versailles and a golf cart tour of the gardens. GRIGOR was extremely knowledgeable patient and kind with a wonderful sense of humor. We are native Bostonians and he was full of trivia regarding our hometown and hometown heroes. Would definitely recommend with two huge thumbs up!
via Tripadvisor
Grigor was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and fun. He helped us with all of our accommodations for the heat, also.
Grigor was the best guide we e ever had! So fun and knowledgeable. He loves the history and really engaged the kids, too. Loved the tour!!
via Tripadvisor
Tour of Impressionism
Kasia was so knowledgeable, thorough and helpful! We loved the tour and maybe experience so much better! We would highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Versailles tour
Grigor gave a wonderful tour of the fabulous Versailles I could never have appreciated it without his detailed descriptions. A very good experience with him as a guide
via Tripadvisor
Impression
Laurent our tour guide did an amazing job. So much interesting information that 2 hours flew by. We really appreciated his knowledgeable , witty, welcoming personality. Thank for taking your time with us.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 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
- $149 to $215
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $149 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 The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 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 The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 18 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 The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour?
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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 The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour?
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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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The History of Impressionism: Paris Musée d’Orsay Private Tour 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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