Impressionist masterpieces tour of Orsay Museum with priority access
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Offered in: English
Overview
The Orsay Museum houses the world’s most complete collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. Don't miss masterpieces by Manet, Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh! Follow your guide on a 2-hour tour through this tumultuous period in French culture and discover amazing masterpieces.Your expert guide, fully accredited and eager to open your eyes to artistic passion, will meet you right in front of the museum, and your group will bypass any long lines to enter immediately. Believe it or not, the Impressionists’ peaceful scenes of rural and city life were thought absolutely shocking when they were painted! The vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes truly shook the foundations of the artistic establishment. Your guide will bring to life the turbulent personalities of the painters, describing how each artist dared to explore new territory and to pursue success without compromise. Traveling back in time, you’ll learn how these images and messages changed the art world forever. You may be familiar with some of the masterpieces on display, such as Monet’s Water Lilies or Van Gogh’s Starry Night; this will be an opportunity to examine up close the startling blend of colors that go into seemingly calm compositions.After your guide has pointed out all the highlights, you can return to the galleries on your own if you wish, to further explore the collection or perhaps visit a special exhibition.
What's included
Stay as long as you like in the museum after your tour endsStay as long as you like in the museum after your tour ends
What's Not included
Hotel pick up and drop offHotel pick up and drop off
Where
Paris, France
Meeting point:
Meet us 15 minutes prior to the starting time of the tour. Facing the Musée d'Orsay are different statues of animals. Meet us next to the rhinoceros statue. If you choose to go by train, the stop is Musée d'Orsay (RER C).
What To Expect
- See the greatest collection of Impressionist art in the world
- 2-hour guided tour of the greatest masterpieces
From
US$ 56