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Unveil the mysteries of the Musée d'Orsay and get the most out of your visit on this enriching tour by night! Every Thursday evening Musée d'Orsay opens its doors for you to discover. Get to know everything about this magnificent attraction with the insights provided by a local expert. Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity to discover Musée d'Orsay after dark!

Destination

Paris, France

Category

Skip The Line Tours

Duration

2 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

Français, English, Español, Português, Italiano

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance tickets are not included and need to be paid directly to the host in cash
• Please note that the instant confirmation is contingent upon ticket availability and may not be guaranteed immediately

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 8 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of the Rhinoceros statue, at the Musee D'Orsay - Paris to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Inside the

   Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees like Paintings of Vincent van Gogh and Paintings of Claude Monet, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!

4. Keep Exploring

   After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Paris

5. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Paul

(About local Bibiana )

26 June 2025

We met the smiling Bibiana in front of the Musee D'Orsay, which had been unexpectedly closed for technical reasons. The queues outside were kilometric! Bibiana skillfully navigated us through the crowds and has us inside the building within minutes. Bibiana abounds with natural enthusiasm when sharing her knowledge of the museum and its art collection. Rather than just detailing the works present, she explained their fundamental, historical importance in creating/promoting the various artistic movments, Absolutely fascinating and thoroughly recommendable!Perfect guide for a perfect museum!

Kristin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Fe)

24 March 2024

I had the BEST time with Fernanda and am so glad I chose her. She’s insanely smart and funny and really had a concise plan for the tour that allowed me to really learn about art at this time. I have been to Musée d’Orsay a few times and it is my favorite in Paris. Fernanda shined a new light on it for me and I left feeling a new appreciation for it. She had a plan but didn’t hesitate to deviate based on the conversation we were having. She quizzed me a little on the way which was fun and informative and overall it was just a lovely, fresh way to see the museum with someone who knows it and art so well. Thank you Fernanda!Fernanda is the perfect guide!

Sarah

(About local Alexia)

12 August 2025

Alexia was warm, patient, knowledgeable, flexible, and friendly. She adapted to our 5 and 7 year olds needs the day-of, and kept a positive spirit to things even when our girls were fatigued!:) Would definitely recommend her as a guide to others. Excellent - highly recommend

Meghan

(About local Emilie)

12 August 2025

Emilie made our trip to the Louvre one to remember and be truly enjoyed. The museum can get so busy in the summertime, but Emilie helped us navigate the crowds, showed us incredible pieces, and shared invaluable expertise. I would highly recommend her.Kind Expert

Melissa🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Bibiana )

11 August 2025

My mom, sisters and I recently did a wonderful tour of Montmartre with Bibiana. She is extremely knowledgeable, charismatic, kind, and went out of her way to accommodate my sister who had accessibility needs. We learned a lot! Bibiana is passionate about art, history, and Paris. I highly recommend her!Excellent Montmartre tour with Bibiana

Melissa🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Fe)

11 August 2025

My mom, sisters and I recently did a tour of the louvre with Fe. She is extremely knowledgeable, charismatic, kind, and went out of her way to accommodate my sister and mom who had accessibility needs. Fe is passionate about art, history, and Paris! I highly recommend her :)Great tour of the L’Ouvre with Fe!

Pavel🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Alexia)

11 August 2025

We've been very fortunate to have Alexia as our guide. She showed us many places we would never have found on our own. Besides the obvious places, Alexia provides a more unique experience for those who have already visited Paris before. Great guide

riccardo

(About local Alexia)

10 August 2025

Alexia has been super kind to us and our 7 yrs old son, engaging and always keen on sharing details, stories, and cultural background of every recipe or food spot we stopped by. It felt like a walk with a dear friend we have been knowing for a while! Also, the places we visited were amazing and not tourist-y at all, so exactly what we were looking for. We'll definitely do this again, and we would be excited to have Alexia with us once again! Recommended!Lovely experience and super recommended

Danny🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexia)

9 August 2025

We had the most amazing time with Alex, she was super knowledgeable about unique food options and even catered it our own preferences. We got a tour of some neighborhoods, went to local markets, at amazing food at parks and explored some hidden gems. Can’t recommend Alex enough! We are going to tell all of our friends about her as a tour guide and can’t wait for our next experience when we’re back in Paris! Amazing expeience with Alex!!!

Rosie🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Alexia)

8 August 2025

Thank you for a great tour and lots of interesting food. We had a group including a 10yr old, a teenager and young adults and Alexia kept everyone engaged well. There was plenty of food and a good mixture of sweet and savoury. It was fun to have flavour choices along the way too. We booked over lunch time so that we had room to eat comfortably and that worked really well. Lots of small different flavours meant that no one was left hungry. The macarons and quiche were amazing, my favourite though was the little orange pastry at end in the chocolate shop. Great tour and food

Kristine🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Fe)

7 August 2025

Fe provided a fabulous tour of the Louvre to my husband and I. Communication was easy and just the right amount. We met Fe on time and at the set location as she suggested. Fe is super knowledgable, was flexible on the tour and overall pleasure to spend time with. We would highly recommend using Fe as your local guide!Highly Recommend Fe!

Anna🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Alexia)

7 August 2025

Alexia is the best choice for experiencing the "real" Paris. She's incredibly knowledgeable about the city's history and main attractions, but most of all, she truly loves her city. She showed me places I would have never discovered on my own. She took me to spots with amazing food and shared a list of her favourite restaurants so I’d know where to go for the rest of my trip. Alexia also took me to great shopping areas and unique boutiques with handmade hats and bags. I'll recommend Alexia to all my friends who'll be visiting Paris in the future. Sightseeing in Paris - only with Alexia!

Sarah🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bibiana )

6 August 2025

We love Bibiana. She gave my family an amazing tour of the Louvre. She was so knowledgeable, and I could tell she enjoys sharing her love of art. She was engaging and fun! We love Bibiana!

Agnieszka🇵🇱 Poland

(About local Fe)

6 August 2025

Fe was a great guide. The experience was unforgettable, Fe was engaged and passionate. My family and I gained an understanding of how Impressionism emerged as a style and a moment that changed the course of art. Fe created warm atmosphere, she was waiti g for us in front of the Musée . After booking the tour she was available and answered all my questions . I really recommend Fe as a guide! Great experience in d’Orsay

Sigrid

(About local Fe)

6 August 2025

Thanks to Fe we enjoyed the Louvre in a unique way : her enthusiasm is great , her Knowledge is big , her stories really interesting! Despite the amount of people around us , she managed to take our family ,with 11 and 14 year old girls, in a pleasant private journey through history! Highly recommend her ! Thank you Fe , we wish you all the best , Sincerely Very interesting experience

Tasha

(About local Paul)

5 August 2025

Paul was a delight to have as a tour guide. He was friendly, personable, and showed us areas that we would not have typically gone to. The Aligre neighborhood was lovely to walk through with its charming alleys and squares. Paul shared some historical points about the architecture, the design of the Boulangerie, and of local artists, including Invader. We enjoyed some typical French casual foods such as Macarons, Tarte aux noix, pain au chocolat, croque monsieur à 3 fromages, galettes (the best crêpes ever were the savory galettes by the marché), ciders, wine, a charcuterie board, and wonderful Falafel. The covered marché was unfortunately closing when were there, but we enjoyed walking through it and hearing about its history none the less. After the tour was over, he walked us past the opera and gave us directions for a stroll along the Seine. What a fun evening and delightful company.Great food in less traveled areas

Halle (pronounced Hal-Lee)🇺🇸 United States

(About local Julien)

4 August 2025

Julien was so flexible and adaptable to our group’s unique needs. We had a large enough group that we required two guides, so he and another guide (Emilie) paired up to take our two groups through an amazing Louvre experience. Julien’s enthusiasm for the art was contagious. He brought context and purpose to each piece, engaging our 3 teenagers to a genuine interest and appreciation. Julien’s knowledge went beyond the art, to the Louvre and French and Roman history.Enthusiastic and engaging!

Tim

(About local Fe)

4 August 2025

Fe did so much more than throw a few facts out way; she really explained the history of the paintings we viewed, what was important about them and in them and how each artist influenced the next generation of artists and art movements. We learned so much and had context to match with the beauty of the art itself. Fe was a pleasure to walk with; she’s a fountain of information and just a lovely person. Best tour!

Halle (pronounced Hal-Lee)🇺🇸 United States

(About local Emilie)

4 August 2025

Emilie was so flexible and adaptable to our group’s unique needs. We had a large enough group that we required two guides, so she and another guide (Julien) paired up to take our two groups through an amazing Louvre experience. Emilie was very knowledgeable about the artwork and the Louvre with the surrounding area. She was warm and friendly, and cheerfully answered questions. Her guidance increased our Louvre experience ten-fold.Fantastic team work!

Tim🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexia)

4 August 2025

Alexia was magnificent. The pace, selections and the path that we traveled to take in nearly the entire area was perfectly orchestrated and exceptionally well thought-out. We enjoyed her company and she was able to cater to taste and make the tour exactly what would appeal to each in our party from age 16-62. A truly wonderful experience that I will recommend to many, even if you’ve visited the area before which we had, Alexia put her unique flair and perspective on the walk that make it more than we were expecting. Good weather and some good walking shoes were also helpful. Indulge and enjoy, you will find it memorable. Food, Sites, Weather, Company - Amazing

Catalina🇨🇴 Colombia

(About local Alexia)

3 August 2025

Excelente

Josh 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sophie)

2 August 2025

Sophie was amazing. From the first moment she sought to engage with our children directly, pulling them in to a treasure hunt around the Louvre that hit all the highlights without over-doing it for children of varying ages. Her energy and passion for teaching showed at every turn and was more than willing to entertain countless questions from our children while still ensuring we saw all we wanted to see. Couldn’t recommend her more highly. You have to work with Sophie if you are going to the LouvreKnowledge, Fun, and a Passion for Teaching

Andrew🇺🇸 United States

(About local Julien)

1 August 2025

Julien was a wonderful guide through the Louvre for three adults and two kids - age 9 and 7 - who had never been. He took what would have been an incredibly overwhelming experience - as we only had 2-3 hours, and we were there at a very busy time period- and kept us on track to hit some famous highlights in that short window of time. He was a wealth of knowledge throughout, providing detailed history and interesting stories that entertained the kids and the adults. He also made a lot of effort to continually engage the kids - mixing in some fun games for them, asking them questions, and piquing their curiosity by tying stories to their interests. It was a great experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to get a depth, curated, and efficient tour of the louvre. Top Highlights of the Lourve with Kids

Benjamin

(About local Julien)

26 July 2025

We booked Julien through a referral from a friend and this was easily one of the best things we did on our honeymoon. Julien was amazing. He made the Louvre feel personal, approachable, and honestly kind of magical. I’m not an art expert by any stretch, but he made everything feel interesting and easy to understand. The way he told the stories behind the paintings and sculptures really brought them to life. We didn’t have a direction or focus we wanted and entrusted our experience to him. He also picked up on the fact that we were on our honeymoon and added these thoughtful touches throughout the tour. He pointed out romantic pieces, shared cool little hidden spots, and just made the whole experience feel tailored to us. It didn’t feel like a tour, it felt like walking through the museum with a super knowledgeable friend who really cared about making it memorable for us. We walked away feeling inspired, grateful, and so glad we booked it. I could not recommend him enough. We will definitely be booking Julien again the next time we are in Paris.The Highlight of Our Honeymoon

Bonnie🇮🇱 Israel

(About local Ali)

21 July 2025

We had a wonderful time today in the Marais district- our waistlines may never recover! My best friend and I enjoyed a delicious series of pastries with Ali who was a friendly, thoughtful and informative guide. Everything we tried was truly special in: quality , freshness , taste and unique flavor. Delicious Pastry Tour

Katrina🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Bibiana )

21 July 2025

We wanted to book a tour to make the most of our Louvre experience both for us and our children aged 11 and 13 rather than be overwhelmed with such an huge collection of art and the crowds. We are not art experts and wanted to have a tour guide help us to get the most from the experience and enhance our understanding and appreciation of the amazing and notable pieces on display. We weren’t sure booking a group tour would keep them engaged and give us what we were after so we opted for a personal tour with Bibiana. We found Bibiana to be warm, friendly and fun and in our time together she covered the early history of the Louvre when it was a palace showing us the old foundations and taking us back in time in the history of France before helping enlighten us on the evolution of Greek and Roman sculptures and art. Both my husband and I felt Bibiana gave us a whole new appreciation for the more famous pieces by classical masters and by the time we parted we felt like experts and could admire the art in a whole new way. We appreciated that Bibiana also made sure to engage our children asking them questions and pointing out aspects to them throughout the tour as well. We were able to skip the line to enter through an alternative entry which was also a bonus and time saver given we visited during the Summer when crowds are at their peak. Overall I definitely felt touring with Bibiana enhanced our overall Louvre experience. A fantastic Louvre experience

Katrina

(About local Paul)

16 July 2025

Limited knowledge of area and poor food selection - 2 of 4 tastings were from backpack. Not a food tour

Sharon🇺🇸 United States

(About local Emilie)

16 July 2025

We had the most fantastic time with Emilie at the Louvre. It can be an overwhelming place to visit on your own, but Emilie curated the perfect visit for us. She was knowledgeable, engaging and our family has a wonderful visit. Would 100% recommend a tour with Emilie.Best Introduction to the Louvre!

Natacha🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ali)

14 July 2025

Ali was very accommodating with the kids. It was a challenging day as it was pouring, but we were able to get the best we could despite the unexpected weather conditions. He gave us good tips and demonstrated knowledge about the area and the history behind each building and neighborhood. We had to make it shorter as the rain was painful for the boysDiscovering the magic of rainy Paris

Norm🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bibiana )

13 July 2025

Bibiana was a wonderful guide, weaving a compelling story through our 2-hour tour. She was very knowledgeable about art and history, blending both subjects. The tour was quite informative and a great introduction to the Louvre. Super informative tour

Beth🇺🇸 United States

(About local Emilie)

12 July 2025

We had a wonderful tour with Emilie! She was so friendly and knowledgeable and kept our jet-lagged group of 4 engaged throughout our two hours. We knew we would be tired after an overnight flight and wanted to see the highlights of the museum (Mona Lisa, Winged Victory, Venus de Milo, etc.), and she showed us all of those and more. I especially appreciated seeing some of the original stone of the palace from the lower level and learning the original history of the location and museum. Emilie was so kind and informative. We would book another tour with her in a heartbeat! Wonderful tour of Le Louvre

Milinda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bibiana )

12 July 2025

Bibiana has a very special way of teaching you how to see art as it has developed thru the eyes of the artist thru out time. She has mastered how to engage all people from a variety of ages and previous knowledge and add to that. In addition she is lovely to be with and spend time with. We could have spent many days with her and continued learning something new each day. Art historian extraordinaire

Linda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bibiana )

12 July 2025

Our family of adults really enjoyed our tour of the fabulous Musée D’Orsay. Bibiana is warm, engaging and very knowledgeable. We learned about how art evolved over time, as one group or movement of artists was influenced by and pushed the boundaries of the prior movement. I highly recommend her. Excellent tour guide and teacher

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(About local Emilie)

10 July 2025

Emilie was a true professional. Knew her way around the Louvre and was able to effectively give myself and my kids the perfect tour around the museum.Emilie was fantastic

Maureen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Fe)

10 July 2025

We were traveling from the United States with three teenagers. Fe took us on a tour of the Louvre. She was incredible and took great care to explain everything in a way that our entire party would understand. She also got us in very quickly and the front of most exhibits. She is simply awesome.Fe is incredible!

Bob🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bibiana )

10 July 2025

Our family learned so much walking the Louvre with Bibiana. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a museum tour. Great Experience

Clifford🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexia)

8 July 2025

Alexia was absolutely wonderful. She made our food tour perfect. And we learned so much about the area. It was a perfect way to spend the morning learning and eating local foods. She was especially great with our 8 year old son. Expecto Petronous! Wonderful and Thoughtful

Katie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexia)

6 July 2025

We had the pleasure of spending time with Alexia during our stay in Paris, and she was truly fantastic. From the moment we met, she made everything feel easy and welcoming, especially as we were traveling with children. She helped us navigate local menus and order authentic French dishes we might have otherwise missed (escargot & desert & now the kiddos only order lemonade which is more like American sprite)! She was incredibly thoughtful and accommodating, always making sure the kids felt included and engaged. Whether it was finding the right place to eat, helping translate with warmth and patience, or sharing local insights along the way, Alexia was a total gem! Absolutely wonderful! Her kindness, professionalism, and local knowledge made our Paris experience even more special with a local. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a personable, family-friendly, and genuinely helpful guide in the city!Absolute Gem!

MichalGrey

(About local Emilie)

5 July 2025

We really enjoyed our time with Emilie, who met us at the Musee D’Orsay for a three hour private guided tour. She helped us navigate an otherwise daunting experience, introduced us to artists we didn’t yet know and educated us about the evolution of Impressionism. We thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you so much Emilie!Musee D’Orsay private tour!

Doc Robert🇺🇸 United States

(About local Fe)

4 July 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If I could give Fe 20 stars or hearts, I would! My daughter Nikki and I had an absolutely unforgettable experience with her today. She’s not just a guide, she’s a true storyteller with a wealth of knowledge and contagious passion. Fun, animated, and incredibly engaging, Fe brought every piece of art to life (and made us laugh with her “Italian hands” joke!). We felt a real connection with her, and the tour was everything I could have hoped for and more. Thank you, Fe! You made our day at d’Orsay magical!From Monet to Magic, Fe at the d’Orsay!

Corina🇺🇸 United States

(About local Julien)

4 July 2025

We loved our tour of the Louvre with Julien. He is extremely passionate about Paris, and art, and you could easily feel that in the way he talks about the paintings. Our family listened to every word he has told us, and wished we had more time to go through the museum. Great tour!

Lela🇺🇸 United States

(About local Maxime)

3 July 2025

Based on their personable introduction, I booked a tour for my mother & daughter trip with Maxime. A tour guide who gets the importance of coffee, relaxation, and rest? Booked. Maxime was early to arrive, prepared, and friendly. Maxime is as inquisitive as they are knowledgeable of Paris, culture, history, literature, and social issues. They brought more to the activity than we expected. Both my mother and I were more knowledgeable and prepared to orient ourselves in a new city after our tour. We highly recommend Maxime’s services, particularly if you enjoy their introduction. This activity was a highlight of our vacation.What an enjoyable time.

John

(About local Alexia)

3 July 2025

We had a 12 person private that Alexia adapated to our different palettes and energy. She was informative and the stops were all top notch. The perfect amount of back story, history, culture, and local vibe to each experience. We would highly recommend AlexiaIf you are in Paris...DO THIS TOUR

Stacey🇺🇸 United States

(About local Maxime)

2 July 2025

Maximum was Uber knowledgeable, interesting and creative. He recommended a few non tourist places to visit. We were lucky enough to have him guide us thru Notre Dame. This was unexpected based on our timing. Left Bank and beyond

Alex🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Alexia)

2 July 2025

We had a wonderful tour with Alexia, who is a fun and easygoing tour guide. She was very thoughtful about places she took us on an extremely hot day. We had great tasty bits all along and ended up having a picnic in the park. Highly recommend Alexia. A fun tour on a hot day

Sean, Leiane and Regan🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Alexia)

1 July 2025

We did a 3 hour food/tasting tour of the Saint-Germain des pres area with Alexia and enjoyed it very much! We got to see and hear about many places that we would have never discovered on our own. Alexia was very knowledgeable about the area, was an engaging speaker, and asked about our preferences to ensure we were all interested in the things that she covered during the tour. I have already recommended her to two other families who are travelling in Paris this summer, and would definitely seek her out for another tour the next time we are there.Highly Enjoyable Tour with Alexia

Lindsey

(About local Fe)

30 June 2025

We had the best time with Fe as our guide. She took us through the highlights of the museum unwinding the history of the development of impressionism, which made the art interesting to even my 12 year old who was not particularly excited about 2 hours in an art museum! Fe was enthusiastic and excited about art history and her knowledge and ability to explain about each work in a fun and exciting way was way beyond our expectations! This was the BEST way to tour a large art museum, especially with kids! Both kids, 10 and 12, thought it was fantastic and that she was amazing. If we were in Paris longer, I definitely would have booked Fe for a tour of the Louvre as well. Fe was fantastic!!

Kate🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Fe)

30 June 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Fe. She was able to direct us to pieces of interest rather than us trying to fumble our alway through by ourselves. She was very informative and engaging especially with our children who are 14, 12 and 9. Thank you FeThank you Fe

Jessie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Maxime)

28 June 2025

Maxime is extremely knowledgeable about Grecian statuary and its place in Western Classical art, but if you want a personable tour of the highlights of the Louvre, look for someone else.Not What We Hoped For

Rachel

(About local Fe)

28 June 2025

What a treat for us and our kids in Paris. Fe was incredibly knowledgeable, patient and helped us hit the major highlights of the Louvre. Our 6 and 4 year old are still talking about her.Fe was exceptional!