Giverny Monet’s House and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris
Venture beyond Paris' city boundaries and get a unique perspective on French art and history on this half-day guided tour of Monet’s exquisite Giverny estate. See where Claude Monet, the father of Impressionism, lived and worked for almost 43 years. Stroll through Monet’s beloved gardens at your own pace using our self-guided mobile app (download instructions provided on booking confirmation).
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Giverny Monet’s House and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris
What's included in Giverny Monet’s House and Gardens Half Day Tour from Paris
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Embark on a journey to Claude Monet’s bloom-bursting estate at Giverny and learn about the hugely influential Impressionist art movement. Travel from Paris to the quaint country village of Giverny by air-conditioned coach. On the drive, which takes around an hour, your guide will provide a detailed explanation of the day’s agenda
Fondation Claude Monet
Your first stop is the Fondation Claude Monet where you’ll be treated to a brief but informative introduction to the estate where the Impressionist master made his home. After the orientation tour, you are free to explore the House and Gardens of Monet at your leisure using a convenient self-guided audio app. Stroll around the lily pad-peppered ponds of the garden that were made famous by Monet’s own masterpieces. Admire the fabulous explosion of blooms which change depending on the season. Make your way around the artist’s ivy-clad house which has been restored to show how it would have appeared during the painter’s lifetime. You can also grab lunch in one of the town’s tranquil bars or restaurants which exude provincial charm. After lunch, we’ll regroup and make the short trip back to Paris with enough time to spare for you to enjoy another fun-filled activity in Paris. Take advantage of this unparallel experience to one of France's most photographable and unique destinations.
Giverny
After your visit of the extraordinary Monet's House, you will have time to visit on your own the wonderful village of Giverny. You can visit the small shops, have a drink at a local café or go see Monet's tombstone, located near the village's church.
Inclusions
- English-speaking tour leader
- Access & Free Time in the Palace of Versailles Gardens [if Full Day option selected]
- Free time in the village of Giverny
- Entrance fee to Monet’s house and gardens
- Guided Tour of the Palace of Versailles [if Full Day option selected]
- Self-guided app for the House and Gardens of Monet (to be downloaded prior to tour)
- Round-trip transfer from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- Gratuities
- Food/Beverages
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We strongly recommend all clients who are traveling with infants to bring their own infant or child seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child.
- If you select the full day option, you will have an afternoon visit of the Palace of Versailles, starting with a guided tour of the Palace's interior and followed by free time in the gardens. You will be back in Paris at 7pm
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet at Place du Général Kœnig, 75017 Paris beside the church at the intersection of the boulevard d'Aurelle de Paladines and the Avenue de la Porte des Ternes. The City Wonders representative (holding a City Wonders sign) will be standing on the right side when facing the Church.
End Points
- This service ends at Porte Maillot.
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Ticket Redemption
• In order to download your self-guided app, please search for ""Pop Guide"" on Google or Apple store. Download the "Pop Guide" app and login using the following credentials: - Username: MKK-000160 - Password: 78509 PLEASE ENSURE TO DOWNLOAD THE APP BEFORE THE TOUR. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. • Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the House and Gardens of Monet. ----------- • We kindly ask our guests to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. • Our City Wonders guides will be holding a sign at the meeting point for easy recognition. The meeting point is located in front of the Church Notre-Dame de Compassion, Place du General Kœnig, 75017 Paris, NOT at Notre Dame De Paris Cathedral. • Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour. • Comfortable shoes are recommended. • We strongly recommend all clients who are traveling with infants to bring their own infant or child seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child. • Gratuities for your guide/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated! • City Wonders is not responsible for any personal belongings that are lost or damaged. Guests should ensure they keep track of their items throughout the entire duration of the tour. Please note that any additional shipping costs related to retrieved items will not be covered by City Wonders. • If you select the full day tour with Giverny & Versailles Palace, you will head directly to Versailles from Giverny. You will receive a guided tour of the Palace's interior followed by free time in the gardens and a coach transfer back to Paris. You will be back in Paris at 7pm.
