--- title: Impressionist Paris d Orsay and Montmartre Exclusive Guided Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/impressionist-paris-d-orsay-and-montmartre-exclusive-guided-tour/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 200 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 75 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [de, ru, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 25 of 50 (Montmartre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/impressionist-paris-d-orsay-and-montmartre-exclusive-guided-tour/ --- # Impressionist Paris d Orsay and Montmartre Exclusive Guided Tour **Guidekin's take:** Pair Impressionist works at Museum d'Orsay with a guided Montmartre walk. Reserved entry and transport between sites are included, but temporary exhibitions are excluded; choose the private option for a private tour for your party. 4.95 from 75 reviews at €200 per person for 5h 30m. In our comparison: #25 of 50 in Montmartre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide 10 minutes before the… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €200 · private from €573 - Starts 13:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €16: ages 0 to 9 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €200 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English option; other options up to €573 - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 4.95/5 from 75 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours Paris - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €200 · private from €573 - Guide languages: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 13:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.95 from 75 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 74 of 75. - 5 stars: 73 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise engaging art explanations and personal attention; some find the Montmartre section less rewarding **Praised:** - Art history explained through connected stories about paintings and artists - Clear, engaging explanations that hold the attention of art newcomers - Pacing and content adapted to visitors' interests and questions - Guides navigating busy museum galleries efficiently **Complaints:** - Some enjoy the Montmartre walk, while others find it less informative or engaging Written by Guidekin from the 75 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2014-05-26 to 2026-09-22); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English | €200 / person | English | Save money by booking a small group tour of 8 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | Private Italian Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian | Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | | Private Spanish Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | | Private German Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | German | Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | | Private English Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | | Private Russian Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Russian | Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | | Private French Tour 1:30pm | €573 / person (for 2+ people) | French | 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 - PRIVATE TRANSPORT FROM ORSAY TO MONTMARTRE - DURATION 5.5 HOURS - ALL ENTRANCE FEES (Reserved Entry Included!) - GUIDED MUSEUM & WALKING TOUR - TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose the semi-private option) ## Not included - Gratuities - Food and drinks - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Temporary exhibitions NOT included ## Itinerary 1. **Musee d'Orsay** (2h 30m; admission included) - 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.... 2. **Montmartre** (55m) - 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... 3. **Moulin Rouge** (10m) - 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. 4. **Van Gogh's House** (10m) - Next we will see Van Gogh’s house on Rue Lepic, the home of the artist and his brother from 1886. 5. **Dalida Statue** (10m) - Next we will walk through Place Dalida, a square of Montmartre dedicated to the French music icon Dalida. To this day many fans and tourists visit this secluded square to pay tribute to the French icon. 6. **Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent** (10m) - You will then have a stroll past the Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent, a sloping piece of land which the gardeners of the city decided to leave in its fragile state to observe the ecosystem, biodiversity and wild plants. It is overridden by elderberry trees, ivy and colonies of... 7. **Vigne du Clos Montmartre** (10m) - From here, we will make our way to Le Clos Montmartre, a hidden vineyard tucked away in the little streets behind the Sacré-Coeur, and one of the last remaining vines in central Paris. 8. **Au Lapin Agile** (10m) - We will then make our way to what is known as Le Lapin Agile, a cabaret known as the home to the Montmartre Bohemian set until 1914, and whose sign remains a memorable symbol of Montmartre. 9. **Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre** (20m) - Following on, we will make our way to the infamous Basilica Sacré-Coeur, a Roman Catholic church completed in 1914 and dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The interior of this beautiful church contains one of the world’s largest mosaics, which depicts Jesus Christ. 10. **Place Du Tertre** (15m) - After this we will pass by the Place du Tertre, a square only streets away from the Sacré-Coeur. With its many artists setting up their easels here each day, the Place du Tertre serves as a reminder of a time when Montmartre was the mecca of modern art. 11. **Dali Museum Paris** (10m) - Next you will pass by what is known as the Espace Dali, a museum with around 300 original artworks. It is a permanent exhibition devoted to Salvador Dali and his sculptures and engravings. 12. **Bateau Lavoir Saint-Julien** (10m) - We will then see the Bateau-Lavoir, one of the most famous places for artistic creation in Montmartre. From 1889 it was principally known as an artist’s residence and represented a place to live and discuss for many painters, writers, actors and art sellers. 13. **La Maison de Dalida** (10m) - You will also see La Maison de Dalida, the house in which the icon lived between 1962 and 1987. Located on 11 Bis de la Rue Orchampt, it is known as the location where Dalida committed suicide in 1987. ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 13:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your guide 10 minutes before the tour starts at the bottom right side of the large stairs in front the entrance of the Orsay Museum. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJLXasCytu5kcRTct2Tanhvbs ## Good to know - 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. ## Compared with other Montmartre Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #25 of 50** | €200 | 5h 30m | 4.95 (75) | varies by option | | [Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (418) | private | | [Paris Montmartre Free Walking Tour in English](/france/paris/tours/paris-montmartre-free-walking-tour-in-english/?format=md) | €4 per group | 2h | 4.98 (262) | shared | | [Paris Montmartre and Sacre Coeur Semi Private Tour 12ppl Max](/france/paris/tours/paris-montmartre-and-sacre-coeur-semi-private-tour-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (203) | shared | Ranked #25 of 50 in Montmartre Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €1 to €280, median €85; typical length 2h 8m. 12 of 50 are private. 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