Traveler Description
This beautiful museum, once a railroad station, now houses a staggering collection of Impressionist art, as well as other items created from 1848-1914.

Address: 62, rue de Lille
Phone: 33 01 40 49 48 14


Traveler Reviews

Wonderful for admirers of impressionist art
Reviewed by VAfrancophile on Mar 15, 2010


The first time I went to the Musee d'Orsay, my daughter was 8 yrs. old and I dragged her for far too long thru the Musee d'orsay. I was ecstatic as I loved Renoir, Monet, and impressionist art. I must've spent a little too much time as she started asking "Can we leave now?" I have been back a number of times and it never ceases to thrill me. The museum itself is a former train station which is pretty cool itself. My daughter is now 25 and on our next to last trip to Paris in 2007 I dragged her thru the museum once again - and once again, I could tell she was ready to go before I was. I let her and my husband off the hook in our latest trip, but if there is another one I'll be back. To those who love the Impressionists, do see L'Orangerie and the Marmotton as well (a little off the beaten path, but a lovely museum). Do the Musee d'Orsay as your first choice though, if you must choose.

Not to miss
Reviewed by laptopolivia on Mar 8, 2010


Probably my favorite museum in Paris. In an old train station. The large gold clock is breathtaking and the artwork as well. Get the museum pass so you don't have to wait in line.

One of our favorite museums in Paris
Reviewed by henryw_9 on Mar 6, 2010


Gorgeous museum with a lot of masterpieces of the 19th and 20th century. This place used to be a train station and the museum is grand to say the least. Don't miss a visit even if there are no special exhibitions as their "normal" collection on display is already quite amazing.

unmissable
Reviewed by traveller1926 on Mar 2, 2010


Spare a few hours to walk around the Musee d'Orsay. Not only will you find many paintings and sculptures to admire, but the building itself is incredible. Don't miss the Art Nouveau furniture. Food is also good in the cafe and restaurant. One trip will probably not be enough.

Not to be missed - simply the best!!
Reviewed by greenlake33 on Feb 25, 2010


We visited the Louvre and were disappointed, we went to Pompidou centre and were disgusted with content, price and value (half was closed). We went to Musee d'Orsay and we were both very impressed. A magnificent building (old railway station) well designed interior well laid out and well lit. The guide was good (no need for an O level in Geography to find your way around) and there were numerous famous paintings. A very enjoyable experience and we recommend without hesitation. Try and get a ticket before you go (museum pass or similar) and you'll avoid the lengthy queue. Only down side, we thought the toilets smelt.