Impressionist Paris: d'Orsay & Montmartre Exclusive Guided Tour
Explore the birth of the Impressionist movement with this private 5.5-hour guided combo tour! Starting at the Museum d'Orsay, our private tour guide will lead you through this groundbreaking period in art history, introducing you to works by the likes of Monet, Cezanne, and Van Gogh. Afterwards, you'll journey to Montmartre where you'll get an in-depth look into the lives and works of the Impressionist pioneers. Start at the Moulin Rouge, experience the Belle Époque period, and finish at the towering Sacré Coeur. Includes museum entry & transportation between locations.
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Private English Tour 1:30pm
Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
What's included in Impressionist Paris: d'Orsay & Montmartre Exclusive Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Musee d'Orsay
With your expert guide, begin your tour through this converted Beaux-Arts train station. Inside, explore the artistic movements that led up to Impressionism and its colorful works. See Manet’s scandalous Luncheon on the Grass and Renoir’s Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette. Discuss with your guide the artists who preceded the Impressionists, like Millet and 'the Gleaners,' as well as those who followed, such as Post-Impressionist artist Van Gogh, whose Bedroom in Arles is on display. And, of course, check out works by the father of Impressionism himself, Claude Monet, including his famous poppies. Learn about the art evolution and personalities that went into creating the Impressionist movement, and understand why these seemingly simple works were so revolutionary at the time. By the end of your tour, you'll have learned about techniques used by the artists, seen both the highlights and lesser-known gems of the Orsay, and admired the beautiful architecture of the museum itself.
Montmartre
After the Museum we will take a private car and a short break to then discover the history of Montmartre, as we will climb the butte or hills - starting at its base where the Moulin Rouge’s windmill still spins slowly. Wind up the hill and its cobbled streets flooded with charm to discover the houses of artists like Van Gogh and Picasso who called Montmartre home. At the summit, enter the gleaming white basilica of Sacré Coeur, and score a spectacular photo op of Paris from one of the city’s highest points. Lovers of the film Amélie, will feel at home in this district, where much of the movie was filmed. Continue to explore Montmartre's highlights that generally include - Moulin Rouge, Sacré Coeur Cathedral (with time allowed to explore inside as well), Place Dalida, Moulin de la Galette, Vincent Van Gogh’s house, The Artists’ Square, and Amélie Café. Consider an evening tour option and catch a sunset over the city if you’re lucky (depending on the season).
Moulin Rouge
Montmartre will start by heading towards the infamous Moulin Rouge, a cabaret known for its entertainment for a diverse public, and for being a source of inspiration for international artists like Auguste Renoir.
Inclusions
- PRIVATE TRANSPORT FROM ORSAY TO MONTMARTRE
- DURATION 5.5 HOURS
- GUIDED MUSEUM & WALKING TOUR
- ALL ENTRANCE FEES (Reserved Entry Included!)
- TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose the semi-private option)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: Orsay museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet by the RHINOCEROS statue in front of the entrance of the Orsay Museum. Meet your guide outside of the museum by the statue of the rhinoceros.
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Ticket Redemption
•TOUR MEETING POINT: Meet by the RHINOCEROS statue in front of the entrance of the Orsay Museum. Meet your guide outside of the museum by the statue of the rhinoceros. •It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) • Recommended Dress: Comfortable and weather appropriate Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time. For any URGENT matters please call/text your guide. Their contact details are sent to your email by the morning of your tour. Babylon Tours Phone / Text 0019179990380 Web: www.babylontours.com Mail: [email protected]
