
Musée d’Orsay
The Largest Collection of Impressionist Art…And More
Expert Advice for Visiting Musée d’Orsay
You’ve definitely heard of the Louvre—maybe you’ve even marveled at its treasures. But if you’re searching for your next museum adventure in Paris, look no further than the Musée d’Orsay. This place is the second-largest museum in the city and is bursting with over 6,000 paintings, sculptures, and other stunning works of art.
While impressionist and post-impressionist pieces dominate the scene, you’ll also stumble upon romanticism, realism, and more as you roam this beautiful building. We’ve consulted local experts and art historians to ensure your visit to the Musée d’Orsay is not just successful but also unforgettable. Read the articles below to learn more. If you’d rather leave the planning to the experts, check out some of our best Musée d’Orsay tours.
Top Musée d’Orsay and Louvre Tours
Paris and museums go together like salt and pepper. What you have to decide is how to maximize your vacation time at these museums and we’re here to make that easy. You’ll get skip-the-line entry to Paris’ biggest museums, which means you won’t spend hours waiting to get in. And with a passionate guide who has a background in art history, you’re sure to be blown away at how much you learn about impressionism, romanticism, and all the other -isms of the art world.


Semi-Private Musée d’Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
Explore the highlights of this remarkable museum with a super small group and your local guide. You’ll take a journey through the impressionist and post-impressionist eras—and beyond. From Van Gogh’s Starry Night to Cezanne’s Apples and Oranges, the Musée d’Orsay is waiting to show her treasures off to you!


Private Musée d’Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
The Musée d’Orsay is packed with iconic Impressionist works, but without context, many visitors miss the significance behind these masterpieces. Our private tour transforms your visit with a personal guide who unveils the stories of Van Gogh, Monet, and more.


Secrets of the Louvre MuseumTour with Mona Lisa
The Louvre’s expansive layout and many entrances make it easy to miss its greatest works if you don’t know where to look. We take you straight to the masterpieces with a friendly local guide who shares the Louvre’s secrets—from its origins as a fortress to the stories behind works like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.
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