Paris: Orsay Museum And Seine River Cruise Tickets

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Visit the world-famous Orsay Museum and admire Impressionist masterpieces before enjoying a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise through the heart of Paris.

The Orsay Museum, officially known as the Musée d'Orsay, is one of the most visited museums in Paris and a must-see destination for art enthusiasts. Located on the left bank of the Seine River, the museum occupies a beautifully restored railway station originally built between 1898 and 1900. Its magnificent Beaux-Arts architecture makes the building itself one of the city's most remarkable landmarks.


Inside the museum, visitors can explore one of the world's richest collections of French art dating from 1848 to 1915. The galleries feature an exceptional selection of paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, furniture, and photography that illustrate one of the most influential periods in art history. The Orsay Museum is internationally renowned for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections, showcasing masterpieces by legendary artists including Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Édouard Manet, Vincent van Gogh, and many others. Before the museum officially opened in 1986, many of these iconic works were displayed at the Galerie Nationale du Jeu de Paume.


With your Paris: Orsay Museum And Seine River Cruise Tickets, you can discover this extraordinary museum at your own pace while enjoying the unique atmosphere created by its spacious galleries, historic architecture, and spectacular clock windows overlooking Paris. Whether you are passionate about art or visiting the city for the first time, the Orsay Museum offers an unforgettable cultural experience.


After your museum visit, continue your Paris adventure with a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise aboard a modern panoramic sightseeing boat. The cruise offers one of the best ways to admire the French capital from a completely different perspective while sailing along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed riverbanks.


As you travel through the center of Paris, you will enjoy spectacular views of the city's most famous monuments, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Orsay Museum, and numerous historic bridges that span the Seine River. Along the way, you'll also see charming houseboats, elegant riverside buildings, and lively cafés that contribute to the unique atmosphere of Paris.


To enhance your sightseeing experience, a multilingual audio guide is available onboard, providing fascinating historical information and interesting facts about each landmark throughout the cruise. The informative commentary allows you to learn more about Paris's rich history while relaxing and taking in breathtaking panoramic views.


This combination of an Orsay Museum visit and a Seine River cruise is the perfect choice for travelers who want to experience both the artistic heritage and timeless beauty of Paris in a single day. Enjoy world-renowned masterpieces, historic architecture, and unforgettable river views with one convenient ticket package.

What's included?

    ✔ Orsay Museum - collection and exhibition admission, valid for one entry

    ✔ Access to temporary exhibitions is subject to availability

    ✔ 1 Hour Seine River Cruise Tickets With Audio Guide

    ✔ Pre-recorded audio guide in 14 languages on the cruise boat

    Exclusions

      ✘ Hotel pick up and drop off

      ✘ Audio guide in the museum

      ✘ Live Guide

      Please note
        • Please provide a valid email address; your tickets and attraction details will be sent to you one day before your tour.
        • FOR THE ORSAY MUSEUM PLEASE PAY ATTENTION
        • Operating hours: The Orsay Museum is open every Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Last admission at 5pm, last to exhibitions at 5:15pm, rooms close from 5:30pm Night visit/Nocturne on Thursdays until 9:45pm (night rate from 6pm): last admission to the museum and exhibitions at 9pm, rooms close from 9:15pm. Closed every Monday, May 1 and December 25.The museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (advance booking still required).
        • Your Orsay Museum Ticket must be used on the scheduled tour date
        • Persons under 18 years and EU residents under 26 may enter free with a valid ID  Access to lockers and cloakrooms is limited to large objects that are not allowed in the museum display rooms
        • Wheelchairs, folding chairs, and walking sticks are available for use on the museum premises.
        • This is not a guided tour. You’ll enter the attraction independently at the time of your choosing within operating hours.
        • Voucher is valid for one entry only on the selected day. You may stay as long as you like but cannot leave and reenter the museum
        • Tickets are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Some exhibitions at the museum may not be on display temporary.
        • The address of the museum is Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing 75007 PARIS
        • Access to the museum: Metro: line 12. Solferino station RER- line C. Musee d'Orsay station Bus Number: 63. 68. 69. 73. 83. 84 87, 94
        • Visitors will use these entrances. C1 entrance until March 9, 2026 – Parvis entrance from March 10, 2026 onwards.
        • Tickets are provided by Herms Consulting.
        • If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact Herms Consulting.
        • To see security measures: https://www.musee-orsay.fr/en/visit/admission-opening-times-tickets
        • FOR THE RIVER CRUISE PLEASE PAY ATTENTION
        • The company name is Bateaux Parisiens. The address is Port de la Bourdonnais 75507. Pier Number 3. It is orange color. The departure point is just right at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
        • Departure frequency ranges from every 30 minutes to every hour. Exact departure times will be printed on your ticket.
        • The audio guide on the boat is available in 14 languages, including French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
        • There is no specific time for your cruise reservation. You can use your cruise tickets during the company's operating hours. The cruise takes approximately one hour to complete.
        • The river cruise boats host 300 people in good weather and 120 people in rainy weather to comply with the rules.
        • The rules of hygiene on boats do not allow us to accept an animal except for guide dogs.
        • All boats are non-smoking. It is however possible to smoke on the outdoor terrace of some of restaurants. Some of boats are equipped with an outdoor terrace where it is possible to smoke.
        • In the car park area, all passengers with a ticket for the river cruise are given 1 hour free parking. Please keep your tickets until your boat tour is over.
        • The river cruise tickets are valid for a month after the travel date.
        • Outside food and drinks are not permitted on board the Bateaux Parisiens boats.
        What to bring

          ✔ Passport or ID card

          ✔ Charged Smartphone

          ✔ Headphones