Orsay Museum - Permanent collections and exhibitions

Presented in a former train station, the collections of the musée d'Orsay are among the most famous in the world. The museum presents the artistic production of the period 1848-1914, a decisive period in the art history which gave birth to the masterpieces of Impressionism. You will thus admire great artists such as: Manet, Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, Cézanne, Garnier, Courbet, Carpeaux, Nadar or Guimard.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Access to the permanent and temporary exhibitions (priority access by Gate A)

Please note that access to temporary exhibitions is regulated according to the number of visitors, waiting at the Vigipirate control and in front of the exhibition is possible. 

PLEASE NOTE
Admission to the Musée d'Orsay is free, on presentation of proof, for all children under 18, youths under-26s who are nationals of the European Union, disabled people and their companions  and for all visitors on the 1st Sunday of the month. Obligatory time slot reservation on the museum's wesbite (free of charge).

The museum proposes audioguides (€5) at the entrance.

Ticket holders will not be entitled to refunds in the event of closure (strikes, bank holidays, etc.) or non-routine free admissions, nor will the duration of passes be extended.

As part of the Vigipirate program security controls are put in place at the entrance of Parisian museums and monuments. In case of a large attendance, these controls can create a waiting time which cannot be skipped.

SAFETY MEASURES AND ADVICES
Wearing a mask (not supplied by the museum) is compulsory for all audiences from 11 years old. Hydro-alcoholic gel will be made available to visitors at the entrance to the museum.

Access to the lockers and cloakrooms will be restricted to accommodate only objects that cannot be allowed in the museum galleries.

Access for visitors to the entrance and exit will be signposted, but circulation within the collection and exhibitions remains free. Visitors are asked to ensure that barrier measures and physical distance are respected by keeping more than a meter between visitors.

COVID 19 information: from 21 July 2021, a health pass or a test taken within the last 48 hours may be required to access attractions and activities. Please check in advance.

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