Musée d’Orsay
DestinationParis, France
CategoryInternational
Starting fromOn request
CancellationAs per policy
Musée d’Orsay in France Tours
The Musée d’Orsay is one of Paris’s most celebrated art museums, located along the River Seine, opposite the Tuileries Garden. The museum occupies the former Gare d’Orsay, a grand railway station built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, making the historic building itself an important part of the visitor experience.
The museum is particularly renowned for its exceptional collection of art created between 1848 and 1914, including masterpieces of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Its collections cover paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, photography, drawings, pastels and architecture, featuring works by celebrated artists such as Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin and Manet.
Opened as a museum in 1986, Musée d’Orsay offers visitors a remarkable journey through one of the most creative periods in European art, combining world-famous masterpieces with the distinctive architecture of its former railway-station setting.
What is included & excluded
- Visitors must have a valid admission ticket or reservation where required.
- Visitors are subject to security checks upon entry.
- Large luggage and oversized bags are not permitted inside; visitors should use the museum's cloakroom facilities where available.
- Visitors must not touch artworks or display objects.
- Photography for personal use is generally permitted, but flash, tripods and selfie sticks may be prohibited.
- Food and drinks are permitted only in designated areas.
- Visitors are expected to maintain a respectful environment and follow instructions from museum staff.
- Certain galleries or exhibitions may have additional access restrictions.
- Opening hours and admission arrangements may change for exhibitions, events or exceptional circumstances.
Cancellation policy
For group bookings, cancellations made at least 30 days before the scheduled visit are eligible for a refund of the amount paid, less the applicable advance/deposit. For cancellations made less than 30 days before the visit, all amounts paid are non-refundable. Confirmed visit slots cannot be postponed and require a new booking.
Terms & conditions
- Admission: Visitors must hold a valid ticket for entry. Some visitors may qualify for free admission under the museum's eligibility rules.
- Opening Hours: The museum is generally open Tuesday–Sunday, with one late-opening evening each week. It is normally closed on Mondays. Opening hours may change on public holidays or for special events.
- Timed Entry: Where a timed ticket is required, visitors should arrive within the time indicated on their ticket.
- Security Checks: Visitors and belongings may be subject to security screening before entry.
- Baggage Restrictions: Large luggage and certain bulky items are not permitted. Cloakroom facilities are subject to availability and applicable restrictions.
- Photography: Photography for personal use is generally permitted in the permanent collections, subject to restrictions. Flash, tripods and other equipment may be prohibited in certain areas.
- Food & Drinks: Food and drinks are not permitted in the exhibition galleries except in designated areas.
- Children: Children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult.
- Conduct: Visitors must respect the artworks, museum facilities, staff and other visitors. Touching artworks is prohibited.
- Accessibility: The museum provides accessibility arrangements for visitors with reduced mobility and other disabilities.
- Temporary Closures: Individual galleries or exhibitions may be temporarily closed due to maintenance, exhibition installation, special events or other operational requirements.
- Cancellation by Customer: Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the ticket type and booking channel. Tickets that are specifically stated as non-refundable cannot be refunded.
- Cancellation by Museum: If the museum cancels or cannot provide the booked visit, refund or alternative arrangements are subject to the applicable ticket conditions.
- No-Show: Failure to arrive within the applicable admission conditions for a reserved visit may result in loss of the booking and may be non-refundable.
- Personal Belongings: Visitors are responsible for their belongings. The museum is not generally responsible for loss, theft or damage.
- Liability: The museum may modify access, opening hours or visitor arrangements for safety, operational, security or exceptional circumstances.
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