Orangerie Museum Guided Tour

Step inside the Orangerie Museum for a 2-hour guided tour with expert insights into Impressionist masterpieces & Monet's Water Lilies.

Getting started

Meet your guide outside, on the right side of the museum’s main entrance. After a brief introduction, your small group will enter together, with all tickets and entry procedures handled by your guide.

What to expect

Housed in a former royal orangery, the museum is renowned for its exceptional collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist art. Established as a museum in the early 20th century, it offers a focused journey through 19th- and 20th-century painting in an intimate setting.

• Monet’s Water Lilies: Experience eight monumental panels displayed across two oval rooms, designed by Monet as an immersive celebration of light and nature.

• Walter-Guillaume Collection: Explore one of Europe’s finest private collections, featuring works by Cézanne, Matisse, Modigliani, Picasso, and Renoir.

Your guide will share the stories and context behind each masterpiece, making the Orangerie a must-see for art lovers in Paris.

Orangerie Museum Guided Tour

Diving into the heart of Paris’s artistic legacy, this tour immerses you in the vibrant hues and strokes that have captivated generations. As part of an intimate group limited to eight guests, your journey begins with a 2-hour exploration led by knowledgeable guides who bring each piece to life through engaging commentary. Discover iconic works by Cézanne, Matisse, Renoir, Modigliani, and Picasso, their masterpieces telling stories of passion, technique, and artistic evolution. Admire Monet’s Water Lilies in oval galleries, often referred to as the “Sistine Chapel of Impressionism,” where his serene waterscapes transport you into a world of tranquility and natural beauty. With your guide’s insights creating a bridge between art and emotion, this tour weaves history and aesthetics, offering memorable encounters to forge understanding while recognizing that every brushstroke is a window to the past.

Discovering Cézanne's Provencal Landscapes

Experience Cézanne’s Provencal landscapes during the tour’s highlight segment where his vivid depictions of Mont Sainte-Victoire and other natural wonders come alive. The museum houses several of these masterpieces, each painting capturing the essence of light and shadow that defines this region. As you explore these works, note how Cézanne's unique perspective transforms everyday scenes into profound expressions of nature’s beauty.

Exploring Matisse's Vibrant Cutouts

Access Matisse's vibrant cutouts as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring his bold use of color and form. The museum displays a range of these pieces, showcasing how Matisse revolutionized the medium in his later years with intricate shapes and striking hues that evoke emotion and movement.

Marveling at Renoir’s Portraits

Visit Renoir's portraits included in the tour package enabling you to appreciate his mastery of capturing human emotions through delicate brushwork. His depictions are not just visual records but emotional narratives, offering a glimpse into the lives and feelings of his subjects.

Discovering Modigliani’s Unique Portraits

Wander through Modigliani’s unique portraits representing the tour's centerpiece where elongated forms and expressive features challenge conventional notions of portraiture. His works are celebrated for their distinctive style and ability to convey the spirit of individuality.

Picasso’s Blue Period in Detail

Explore Picasso’s Blue Period during your visit, showcasing this pivotal phase of his artistic development where melancholic tones reflect personal struggles and societal issues. The museum's collection offers a comprehensive look into how these somber works laid the groundwork for Picasso’s future innovations.

Tour Highlights

• Discover iconic masterpieces by Cézanne, Matisse, Renoir, Modigliani, and Picasso spectacular
• Admire Monet’s Water Lilies in oval galleries highest viewpoint
• Explore the museum's intimate atmosphere with a professional guide comprehensive
• Upgrade to a premium private tour for personalized experience unique
• Limited group size enhancing engagement included
• Engage deeply with art through detailed commentary impressive

Savoring moments for explorers of art, devotees of history, and seekers of inspiration, this guided journey weaves heritage and creativity, offering memorable encounters to forge connections while understanding that every masterpiece is a testament to human ingenuity.