Orangerie Museum Paris 1.5 Hour Private Guided Tour
Description
Discover in a 1.5hour the unique collection of impressionist and post impressionist art of the Orangerie Museum introduce by an expert guide with a unique take on art. This small museum situates itself, chronologically and thematically, at the turn of the 19th to the 20th century. The collection covers what most art historians consider as the most exciting period in art from the renaissance to today, the experimental avant guard - many -isms (post impressionism, cubism, fauvism, surrealism...), inspiration taken from the so called primitive art, reactions to the troubled first decades of the 20th century; a true explosion of not only creativity, but also deep desperation mixed with elevated enthusiasm. The museum hosts the monumental and awe inspiring canvases by Monet. This visit is a Parisian must. - the unique collection of impressionist and post impressionist art - an expert guide with a unique take on art - 1.5 hour visit of the museum
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Itinerary
This museum is a gem and a perfect continuation of the Orsay museum visit. The collection is a perfect encapsulation of the turn of the 19th to 20th century artistic scene, featuring the very peak of French art in what is known to most as la belle epoque, the beautiful era. This museum visit presents the time, its values and ideas, and how they are all present in impressionist and post impressionist art.
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Private transport is possible - we offer a hotel (or apartment, airbnb, etc.) pick up with a Mercedes V class vehicle. If you would like us to include pick up, it is imperative you communicate it via phone number you find on your reservation slip. Texts are welcome, so are WhatsApp messages.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(19)
Basically a very worthwhile museum with the wonderful paintings of Claude Monet. Unfortunately, there are far too many people in the museum, but especially this silly constant posing in front of the paintings. Some people are not interested in the paintings but only in being photographed in the most ridiculous poses in front of them. This is extremely bothersome and should be addressed immediately. For example, a consistent photography ban in the museum. The floor in the museum was completely dirty with sand that visitors brought in from outside from the park. With cleaning machines, it could also be cleaned during the day. Basically very worth seeing, but not like this. What a shame.
Absolutely fabulous tour with Hannah! We loved exploring this interesting collection, getting a glimpse into the storied histories of all the incredible art. Finished the tour with a walk through the water lilies. Can’t recommend this tour enough! My teenaged kids were especially engaged!
First guided museum experience, Boris was a great teacher and insightful. At the Orangerie, Boris didn’t just explain the art, he drew the observations out of me, asking the right questions until I could see the beauty and understand the context for myself. Patience, knowledgeable, and a wonderful guide. Enjoyed discussing Christianity, history and art. Highly recommend!
Beautiful museum close to the Louvre. Elizabeth is a knowledgeable guide and great story teller. We enjoyed her enthusiasm!
Most knowledgeable person on French art history I have ever met. Great tour. Would recommend without reservation
Boris has to be the best guide in Paris. He has an incredibly unique and engaging approach, one of the best tours I have ever taken. He has a deep knowledge and passion for what he does, which was very evident. He was able to bring the art to life with his insights and stories—truly an amazing experience. I went with family, and he was able to keep both adults and kids engaged, making it a fantastic experience for all ages. Seeing Monet’s monumental canvases was breathtaking, and the guide’s explanations added so much depth to our understanding and appreciation. Anyways, this is a must for anyone visiting the city. It’s a compact, insightful dive into an exciting art period. The tour was like having a personal storyteller who makes history and art come alive!
hi there, thanks for the review - it has been a pleasure sharing this tour as well as the other ones. I do hope you and you group come back soon so we can tour again more. kind regards, Boris Paris in person private tours
I honestly really enjoyed this tour. 1.5 hours was the perfect amount of time to get a decent understanding of the Orangerie and its main pieces. I would definitely go back! If you are looking for a great way to get in-depth knowledge about the pieces on display, this is the tour for you!
The guide was so knowledgeable and engaging - this tour is excellent! Even my 7 year old son asked questions and did not lose interest to the end! Orangerie is one of those Parisian places you can not miss - my sincere recommendation!
Yes, the museum itself is a wonder. Yes, the art is enough to keep you immersed for a long while. And yet, Boris finds a way to make the experience even more enjoyable with choice tidbits of history and spicy details behind some of the works. You will not regret going on this tour, believe me.
Boris led a thoroughly comprehensive and thought-provoking tour, with depth that was a change from the banal and ordinary which one could easily discover oneself on Google. Instead, we were taken on a sort of artistic adventure into aesthetics, light and shade, the lives of artists, of Parisian salons, France & Europe across the centuries from Catholicism to secularism, and beyond. Where one may expect a few hours of distraction to fill up a day and tick a tourist box, one left having acquired something truly meaningful.
