Are tickets included in the tour price?

Yes, Babylon Tours Paris includes reserved entry tickets for the Orangerie Collection in the tour price.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet your guide on the right side of the main entrance, outside the Orangerie Museum.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the museum and tour accommodate wheelchairs to ensure accessibility for all guests.

Can I stay in the museum after the tour ends?

Yes, visitors are welcome to remain in the museum to continue enjoying the collection on their own.

How many people are in one tour group?

Groups are limited to a maximum of six people to maintain an intimate and personalized experience.

Can children join the tour alone?

Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the tour.

Orangerie Museum Private Tour with Babylon Tours Paris | Museum

Situated in the heart of Paris’s historic 1st arrondissement, the Orangerie Museum offers a focused window into the world of early modern French art. Babylon Tours Paris crafts a distinct experience here—a private, two-hour journey through this compact but exceptional collection that includes Monet’s immersive Water Lilies, Cézanne’s vibrant still lifes, Matisse’s bold portraits, and Picasso’s revolutionary works. Unlike the sprawling halls of the Louvre or Orsay, the Orangerie’s intimate galleries provide a chance to engage deeply with masterpieces that shaped art history, set within rooms that amplify their emotional impact.

Originally designed as winter quarters for royal orange trees, the museum now holds an esteem far beyond its botanical past. The tour begins outside the museum where the expert guide delves into the nuanced backgrounds of each artist, connecting their work to the social and political upheavals that fueled impressionism and modernism. The highlight is Monet’s Water Lilies—eight panels enveloped in natural light inside two oval rooms uniquely constructed to bring viewers into their tranquil, shimmering world. This isn’t a casual stroll but a thoughtful engagement with art, tailored to small groups of six or fewer.

Babylon Tours Paris stands out by blending expert art knowledge with a friendly, accessible approach exclusive to English-speaking visitors. Their reserved entry tickets eliminate wait times, allowing more time with the works and less with crowds. The private setting also means wheelchair accessibility and personalized interactions, a rare offering in a city known for its world-class but often crowded cultural landmarks. Whether a first-time visitor or long-time aficionado, this tour offers a refined way to experience Paris’s artistic undercurrents beyond the mainstream.

For travelers seeking cultural depth alongside their outdoor adventures in Paris, Babylon Tours Paris provides an essential urban complement—an insider’s glimpse into the city’s artistic soul through one of its less frequented but profoundly impactful institutions.