Musée de l'Orangerie Tours and Tickets

The Musée de l'Orangerie is one of Paris’s highlights of impressionist and post-impressionist art. Although smaller than the landmark Musée d'Orsay, it is especially revered for its collection of eight large-scale “Water Lilies” paintings by Monet. It is also home to works by Cézanne, Renoir, and Matisse.

The Musée de l’Orangerie is located in the Tuileries Gardens, just a short distance from the Louvre. Housed in a building that was formerly the orangery for the Tuileries Palace, the landmark only started displaying artworks following World War I. It later underwent a series of renovations to enhance its galleries.

Far and away, the best-known works at the Musée de l’Orangerie are Monet’s eight enormous “Water Lilies” canvases. However, it’s also worth discovering works from the Walter-Guillaume Collection, including pieces by artists ranging from Picasso to Derain and the museum’s rotating series of temporary exhibitions.

Yes, in various capacities. Visitors can pay an additional fee to explore the collection with an audio guide, while a limited series of tours, workshops, and masterclasses, some available in English, are also hosted. Alternatively, book a tour with an unaffiliated guide to learn more about the works on display.

The Musée de l’Orangerie offers several facilities. The Café de l’Orangerie is open throughout the day and offers light bites and refreshments, while the on-site gift shop sells a wide range of books, souvenirs, and art objects. The museum also provides a series of cultural programs to complement its exhibitions.

Yes, the Musée de l’Orangerie is fully accessible to visitors with limited mobility. It provides wheelchairs, canes, and folding chairs free of charge to guests, and service dogs are permitted throughout the facilities. Accessible bathrooms, access ramps, automatic doors and lifts, and a range of other accommodations are also provided.