Musée d'Orsay: Dedicated Entrance Ticket
Behold breath-taking Impressionist masterpieces in the magnificent Orsay station
- Musée d'Orsay: Entry Ticket
- Dedicated entry
- Access to the permanent collection
- Access to temporary exhibitions (subject to availability)
Musée d'Orsay Tickets and Information
- Musée d'Orsay Address: Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 75007, Paris
- Opening Hours: Monday: Closed. Tuesday & Wednesday: 09:30 - 18:00. Thursday: 09:30 - 21:45. Friday - Sunday: 09:30 - 18:00
Is the Musée d'Orsay worth visiting
- Home to one of the world’s finest collections of Impressionist art including pieces by Monet and Renoir, we definitely think the Musée d'Orsay is worth visiting, yes. Especially if you are an art lover. It’s also one of the most popular museums in Paris.
What do you see when visiting Musée d'Orsay
- Monet
- Renoir
- Degas
- Cézanne
- Van Gogh
- Amongst many others
About Musée d'Orsay
The Musée d'Orsay is home to one of the most impressive collections of Impressionist, Post-Imressionist and Art-Nouveau works in the world.
The museum is located in the famous former Gare d’Orsay, a Beaux-Arts railway station that was built between 1898 and 1900 but was converted into a museum and opened to the public in 1986 and has since become one of Paris’ most popular museums.
The museums collection includes:
- "Olympia" by Édouard Manet
- "The Luncheon on the Grass" by Édouard Manet
- "Starry Night Over the Rhône" by Vincent van Gogh
- "Bal du moulin de la Galette" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
- "Whistler's Mother" by James McNeill Whistler
- "The Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
- "The Card Players" by Paul Cézanne
- "The Gleaners" by Jean-François Millet
- "The Birth of Venus" by Alexandre Cabanel
- "The Bedroom" by Vincent van Gogh
The collection includes a diverse range of works that spans:
- Paintings
- Sculptures
- Decorative Arts
- Photography
- Furniture
It concentrates on pieces from the period of 1848 - 1914, which encompasses the significant artistic movements such as Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism and Art Nouveau.
The building also contributes to the charm of the museum due to its unique architectural features and the large indoor space which includes a central nave and a large glass roof that helps to flood the building with natural light.
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Musée d'Orsay FAQs
- Do I need to book tickets in advance for Musée d'Orsay?
- We always recommend booking tickets in advance for Musée d'Orsay as it’s one of the most popular museums in Paris, so tickets sell quickly and lines can form at the ticket office, so by buying tickets in advance you get to avoid the queues and guarantee your entry.
- Is the Musée d'Orsay wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, the Musée d'Orsay is wheelchair accessible.
- When is the best time to visit Musée d'Orsay?
- Musée d'Orsay is one of the most popular museums in Paris, so you will never have the place to yourself. However, an early morning ticket and opening time may have smaller crowds.
- Does Musée d'Orsay have pieces by Van Gogh?
- Yes, Musée d'Orsay does have Van Gogh in its collection, including the piece “Starry Night over the Rhone”.
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Tips for visiting Musée d'Orsay:
- Purchase Tickets in Advance: Purchase your tickets in advance to avoid the long lines and maximise your time in the museum.
- Plan Your Visit Around Peak Times: If you can, try and plan your visit outside of peak times as this means you may enjoy a more relaxed experience with smaller crowds. The museum is typically less crowded early in the morning (right after opening) or late in the afternoon.
- Prioritise The Works You Want to See: The Musée d'Orsay houses an extensive collection, and planning ensures you see your top choices.
- Opt for a Guided Tour: If you would like to understand more about the pieces on show, why not opt for our guided tour ticket option.
How to get there
- Musée d'Orsay, Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 75007, Paris.
Opening Hours
- Monday: CLOSED
- Tuesday: 09:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:30 - 21:45
- Friday: 09:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:30 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:30 - 18:00
