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Musée de l'Orangerie
An intimate museum featuring Monet's monumental "Water Lilies" in two oval rooms and an Impressionist collection.
District:1st Arrondissement (Tuileries)Metro:ConcordeTime:1–1.5 hoursPrice:From €12.50Official site:https://www.musee-orangerie.fr
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Musée de l'Orangerie
The Musée de l'Orangerie is a small but incredibly valuable museum in the Tuileries Garden. Its crown jewel is eight monumental "Water Lilies" panels by Claude Monet, displayed in two specially designed oval rooms.
What to See
- Monet's "Water Lilies" — 8 panels in two oval rooms with natural lighting
- Walter-Guillaume Collection — Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, Soutine
- The Tuileries Garden surrounding the museum
Tips
- The museum is compact — 1–1.5 hours is enough
- Combined ticket with Orsay saves money
- Best to come in the morning — Water Lilies rooms can get crowded
Opening hoursWed–Mon 09:00–18:00. Closed Tuesday.
BookingBetter to book in advance
Best timeWednesday morning
What to know beforehand
Monet's Water Lilies — 8 enormous panels in two oval rooms designed according to Monet's own specifications. Natural overhead light creates a feeling of immersion in the paintings. Spend at least 20 minutes in each room — sit on the bench and let yourself dissolve into the art.
Lower level: Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, Soutine, Rousseau. The museum's compactness (1–1.5 hours) is its strength: no fatigue from overwhelming collections.
How to get there
Nearest stationConcorde
AddressJardin des Tuileries, 75001 Paris
How to find the entrance
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Approach routeStart from Concorde. Leave enough time for the final walk to the actual entrance.2
Security and waitingExpect security, ticket checks, and a short waiting zone before the main entry sequence begins.Musée de l'Orangerie is located in the Tuileries Garden, near Place de la Concorde. Nearest metro: Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12). Entrance from the Tuileries terrace — look for the low building with a colonnade. Queues are much shorter than the Louvre (usually 10–20 minutes). Online tickets speed up entry.
Museum Pass provides fast access. Best to arrive in the morning (9:00–10:00 AM) or after 3:00 PM. First Sunday is free but busier.
What to consider before visiting
Photography allowed without flash. Tripods and selfie sticks prohibited. Bags over 40×30 cm go to the free cloakroom. Food and drinks prohibited. Do not touch walls or paintings (in the oval rooms, the walls ARE the paintings). Silence recommended in the Water Lilies rooms (meditative atmosphere).
Strollers are permitted but rooms are small. Pets not allowed (except guide dogs).
Location and what's nearby
Musée de l'Orangerie stands in the western corner of the Tuileries Garden, at Place de la Concorde. Across the square: the beginning of the Champs-Élysées. 10 minutes along the Seine: Musée d'Orsay (ideal to combine). Through the Tuileries eastward: the Louvre (20-minute walk).
Nearby: the obelisk on Place de la Concorde, Pont Alexandre III, Grand Palais. The Tuileries Garden is perfect for a stroll before or after your visit. Nearest cafés and restaurants: Rue de Rivoli and Rue Royale.
Tickets & tours
General Admission
- Price: €12.50 (adult)
- Includes: Monet's "Water Lilies" + Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection
- Free under 18 and for EU residents 18–25
Combined Ticket: Orangerie + Orsay
- Price: €20 (adult)
- Save €4
- Valid for 3 months
Free Admission
- First Sunday of the month — free for all
Paris Museum Pass
- Covers admission
- Priority queue
Pricing and how to choose
Price
From €12.50
- €12.50 (adult)
Includes
- Monet's "Water Lilies" + Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection
Price
- €20 (adult)
At €12.50, excellent value for Monet and Impressionists. The combo ticket with Orsay (€20) is the best deal for Impressionism lovers (save €4). Paris Museum Pass covers entry. First Sunday is free (but busier). The museum is compact — ideal for those tired of huge collections.
No audio guide — only free explanatory panels. The bookshop has excellent Water Lilies reproductions (from €10).
Sunset slots and quieter hours
Best time: weekday mornings (9:00–11:00 AM) — the Water Lilies rooms are nearly empty. Wednesday is the calmest day. Tuesday is CLOSED. Busiest: weekends 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, first Sunday (free day). Summer has more visitors but queues are manageable. Winter is ideal: few people, meditative atmosphere in the oval rooms.
Morning light through the ceiling windows makes the Water Lilies especially magical.
Reliability & freshness
AuthorAksel Paris Team
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FAQ
What is the highlight of Orangerie?
Monet's Water Lilies — eight monumental panels in two oval rooms.
Is there a combo ticket?
Yes, combined ticket with Orsay costs €22.