Highlights of the Musée d’Orsay Tour: Meet the Impressionists
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Location:
Paris
Category:
Attractions / Museums
Duration:
2.0 hours
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Currency:
EUR
Language:
English
TimeZone:
Europe/Paris
| Highlights | - Visit the Musée d’Orsay with skip the line tickets. - View the collection with a local, expert guide who is passionate about art and will show you a specially curated list of the most interesting and important works. - Enjoy close encounters with art by Van Gogh, Monet, Cezanne, Gauguin, Manet, and more. - Marvel at the beautiful interior the Beaux-Arts building and learn some of its secrets. |
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| Summary | Meet the Impressionists on this in-depth tour of the highlights of the Musée d’Orsay with an expert guide. Stepping into the stunning interior of the Museum with skip the line tickets, you’ll immerse yourself in a world of incredible art by Van Gogh, Monet, Gauguin, and more, as your guide explains what Impressionism was all about and how it changed the world as we know it. |
| Description | The Musée d’Orsay has one of the finest collections of Impressionist paintings in the world. On this exciting half-day, experience, you’ll immerse yourself in the pantheon of great European painters with the help of a local, art enthusiast guide. Your tour begins in front of the Museum, where you’ll meet your guide and small group of no more than 15 people. Skipping any lines, you’ll enter the jaw-dropping Main Hall with its towering beaux-arts ceiling vaults, and learn how it went from being a train station to having the preeminent collection of Impressionist paintings on earth. Diving into the collection, you'll view famous works like Van Gogh’s Self Portrait and Starry Night Over the Rhone, Manet’s Olympia and Luncheon on the Grass, Monet’s Houses of Parliament, Gauguin’s Tahitian Women on the Beach, and many more. The collection is a who’s who of the biggest names in late 19th-century European art, so whether you are a seasoned art lover or just someone who wants to improve your knowledge, your experience will be unique and unforgettable The Musée d’Orsay has so many world-class paintings and sculptures it can overwhelm even the most dedicated art fans. Luckily, your expert guide knows exactly what to see and what you can save for another visit. They’ll make sure you see experience only the most interesting and significant works of art while also helping you to understand what makes each so special. |
| Commentary | English: Guide |
| Included | Tickets to the Musée d’Orsay Expert guide |
| Excluded | Gratuities Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off |
| Know before you book | Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour. |
| Know before you go | Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Please ensure that all members of your party have a valid ID. This is particularly important for guests who qualify for a student or child discount. As with all museums, some galleries of the Musee d'Orsay may be closed without prior notice. In this case, your guide will make an appropriate substitution. To ensure the safety of visitors, French authorities enforce security measures upon entry to the Musee d'Orsay. Suitcases, luggage, and larger bags are not allowed inside. Please accept our apologies for any delay or inconvenience caused by extra security checks. |
| Additional Information |
Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory. Required to bring: Valid ID
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Operating Info
| Product Start Date | 2020-03-01 |
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| Product End Date | 2020-10-31 |
| Booking Cut-off | 2 hours |
| Minimum | 1 guests per booking |
| Maximum | 15 guests per booking |
| Valid | Only on date on reservation |
Availability Notes
| From | To | Notes |
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| January 01, 2021 | October 31, 2021 | 10:00 AM Departure - Tues, Sat, Sun (except: 03 Jan 2021, 07 Feb 2021, 01 May 2021) |
Locations
| Type: | Starts location |
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| Lat & Long: | 48.8601715, 2.3238853 |
| Address: | Rhinoceros statue at the entrance of the Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
| Directions: | https://www.google.com/maps/place/1+Rue+de+la+L%C3%A9gion+d'Honneur,+75007+Paris,+France/@48.8601715,2.3238853,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x47e66e2b9f1d933b:0x7d5be9e5c830944b!8m2!3d48.8601715!4d2.326074 |
| Notes: | Arriving by Metro: Solferino station on line 12 and use the exit marked "Sortie 2 - rue de Bellechasse"; turn left on rue de Bellechasse. You may also take the RER C train to the Musee d'Orsay station. |
| Start Location Notes | Rhinoceros statue at the entrance of the Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
| End Location Address | Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
| Type: | Ends location |
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| Lat & Long: | 48.8601715, 2.3238853 |
| Address: | Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
| Notes: | |
| Start Location Notes | Rhinoceros statue at the entrance of the Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
| End Location Address | Musee d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007 , FR |
Cancellation
| Cancellation Policy: | standard |
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| Cancellation Cut-off: | 72 hours |
| Cancellation Notes: | Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure. |
Pricing
| PRICING UNTIL 31 DEC 2020 | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE | ||
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| Adult | 15-99 years | €64.00 | Available on request | |
| Child | 2-14 years | €59.00 | Available on request | |
| Infant | 0-1 years | €0.00 | Available on request | |
| PRICING FROM 1 JAN 2021 | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE | ||
| Adult | 15-99 years | €59.00 | Available on request | |
| Child | 2-14 years | €54.00 | Available on request | |
| Infant | 0-1 years | Available on request | ||
Options
| Option Name | Pricing until 31 Dec 2020 |
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| Option Description | 2020 Pricing |
| Option Name | Pricing From 1 Jan 2021 |
| Option Description | 2021 Pricing |
Other Information
| Terms and Conditions | Before you travel, please read our important notes about possible disruptions & site entrance requirements. |
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| Voucher Info | Mobile tickets will be accepted |
| FAQ |
Can I bring my bag on my tour?
To ensure the safety of visitors, French authorities enforce security measures upon entry to the Musee d'Orsay. Suitcases, luggage, and larger bags are not allowed inside. Please accept our apologies for any delay or inconvenience caused by extra security checks. Is photography allowed in the museum?Photography is allowed; however, selfie sticks nor professional photography equipment, such as tripods, are allowed. Is food & drink allowed inside the museum?Closed bottled water is allowed, food is forbidden inside the visited sites. |
| Confirmation necessary? | No |
| Redemption | Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption |