Musée Marmottan Monet: Tickets

Musée Marmottan Monet FAQs

1. Do I need to book tickets in advance for Musée Marmottan Monet?

• We always strongly recommend booking tickets in advance. The Musée Marmottan Monet is one of the most popular museums in Paris, so gets very busy, especially during the peak summer months, so booking in advance guarantees your tickets and helps to avoid disappointment.

2. Is the Musée Marmottan Monet wheelchair accessible?

• Most rooms at the Musée Marmottan Monet are wheelchair accessible, yes. The first floor can be accessed via a lift and wheelchairs are also available at reception should they be required.

3. What are Monet’s Water Lilies series?

• One of Monet’s favourite gardens was at his house in Giverny, Paris. He painted a series of artwork depicting scenes from the garden. There are around 250 pieces in the collection also called the ‘Nymphéas’ and some are on show at different museums in Paris including the Musée Marmottan Monet and the Musée de l’Orangerie. Others at various museums in America, including the MET and the MoMA in New York.

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Musée Marmottan Monet Fun Facts

• World’s Largest Collection of Monet's Works: The museum houses the largest collection of Claude Monet's paintings in the world, including the iconic "Impression, Sunrise" (Impression, Soleil Levant), which is the painting that gave the Impressionist movement its name!
• Once a Hunting Lodge: The museum building was originally a hunting lodge. It was built in the 19th century by Jules Marmottan and was later turned into a museum after his son, Paul Marmottan, donated his collection of Renaissance and Napoleonic art to the French Academy.
• Monet’s Family Donations: Monet’s son, Michel Monet, donated a significant portion of his father’s works to the museum upon his death in 1966, which significantly expanded the museum's collection of Monet's art.
• Diverse Art Collection: Besides Monet’s works, the museum also holds a vast collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works, including pieces by artists like Berthe Morisot, Édouard Manet, and Edgar Degas.
• Home to Rare Female Artists: The museum showcases many works by Berthe Morisot, a trailblazing female Impressionist. It holds the largest collection of her works, highlighting her importance within the movement.
• ‍Less Touristy Gem: Unlike the more famous Musée d'Orsay or Louvre, the Musée Marmottan Monet is often considered a hidden gem. It offers a quieter, more intimate experience for art lovers who want to appreciate Impressionism without the large crowds.