What to expect
·At the “Palace of Impressionisms”, appreciate impressionist masterpieces from many masters of art.
·Visit the noble and elegant architecture of the Musée d'Orsay and the six bronze statues representing the six continents on the Place du Musée.
·Admire the paintings in natural light under the large glass dome of the Musée d'Orsay.
The Musée d'Orsay, located on the left bank of the Seine, has a large collection of Impressionist works and is known as the "Palace of Impressionism." Here, you can admire masterpieces by many masters of art. The palace of arts, the "Palais des Impressionnistes," is located across the street from the Louvre. It houses more than 4,000 art collections, which were exhibited for nearly half a century, from 1848 to the beginning of the Cubism boom (1848-1912). Locals often say that if you want to appreciate artistic treasures before 1848, go to the Louvre; if you are interested in modern art after 1912, go to the Centre national de la culture et de l'art Pompidou; and the Musée d'Orsay is the transition between the two. The most beautiful museums in Europe might want to take a look at the architecture and square of the Musée d'Orsay. It is one of the most beautiful museums in Europe. Its predecessor was the Gare d'Orsay, built by a famous Italian architect for the 1900 Paris World's Fair. It was transformed into a national museum. The exterior wall of the museum is decorated with noble and elegant white marble. Stunning sculptures are also displayed in the square in front of the museum, among which the six bronze statues representing the six continents are not to be missed. The magnificent golden bell used in the station has also been well preserved and is still in use today, making it worth a visit. Upon entering the museum, you will find that there are still traces of the station. The railway tracks on the first floor of the station, the VIP lounge on the second floor, and the hotel on the third floor have been converted into exhibition halls. The Musée d'Orsay's large glass dome is also impressive, allowing visitors to admire the paintings in natural light. Currently, the Musée d'Orsay has more than 80 exhibition rooms on five floors, open to the public on three floors. The three floors present the collection's treasures in chronological order. The first-floor room mainly exhibits paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from 1850 to 1870, including many masterpieces by masters. During your visit, you can start from the sculpture aisle in the center of the room, stop in the exhibition rooms on either side of the aisle, and then visit the famous model of the Paris Opera. #Not to be missed# LaSource in Hall 1, Desglaneuses in Hall 4, Bergèreavecsonfolpeau in Hall 4, Gypsy Camping Roulotte in Hall 9, Olympia in Hall 14... Visit the middle floor The middle floor presents works from 1870 to 1914, including official art from the Third Republic period, Symbolism, academic painting and decorative arts from the Art Nouveau period. The works can be viewed in chronological order. #Not to be missed# Hall 71 features many masterpieces, such as "Portrait of the Artist", "The Starry Night", "The Church of Auvers-sur-Oise, View from the Bedside), etc. In addition, at the end of the corridor on the 2nd floor, you can also see the "Gates of Hell". Visit the floor The floor mainly features the works of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, nicknamed the "Palace of Impressionism". #unmissable# "Luncheon on the Grass", "Blue Water Lilies", "Larousse with an Umbrella", "Dancing in the Countryside", "The Crêpe Mill", "Baldumulinde's Galette", "The Bronze Age", etc. HAVE A COFFEE AT THE After your visit to the upper floors, sit down for a drink at Café Campana, at the end of the Impressionist Gallery, where you can admire the Museum's iconic clock up close d'Orsay, as well as panoramic views of the city of Paris and authentic Parisian cuisine. In addition, the museum has also set up restaurants and cafes on the second floor and in the halls of the first floor, which are convenient for visitors to relax. The restaurant on the second floor has been in operation since 1900, emphasizing traditional French cuisine, which is very sentimental. In addition, there are bookstores and points of sale at the entrance of the Musée d'Orsay and along the tour route. There are a range of books such as guidebooks and picture books, articles based on the museum's collection, and postcards.
Upon entering the museum, you will notice that traces of the railway station are still present. The railway tracks on the first floor of the station, the VIP lounge on the second floor, and the hotel on the third floor have all been converted into exhibition halls.
Take a close look at the iconic clock at the Musée d'Orsay
Upcoming exhibitions at the Musée d'Orsay:
the exhibition “John Singer Sargent. Dazzling Paris” from September 23, 2025 to January 11, 2026.
the exhibition “Paul Troubetzkoy. Sculptor (1866-1938)” from September 30, 2025 to January 10, 2026.
Operating hours
Open from 01/01-04/30, Thu, 9:30am-9:45pm<br>Open from 05/02-12/23, Thu, 9:30am-9:45pm<br>Open from 12/26-12/30, Thu, 9:30am-9:45pm<br>Closed from 01/01-04/30, Mon<br>Closed from 05/02-12/23, Mon<br>Closed from 12/26-12/30, Mon<br>Open from 01/01-04/30, Tue-Wed, Fri-Sun, 9:30am-6:00pm<br>Open from 05/02-12/23, Tue-Wed, Fri-Sun, 9:30am-6:00pm<br>Open from 12/26-12/30, Tue-Wed, Fri-Sun, 9:30am-6:00pm<br>Closed all day on 05/01<br>Closed all day on 12/25<br>Open 9:30am-5:00pm on 12/24<br>Open 9:30am-5:00pm on 12/31