Musée d'Orsay

Visiting Musée d'Orsay requires a bit of pre-planning to make the most out of your journey through art. The crowds peak during tourist season, but an early morning or a late afternoon visit allows you to enjoy the masterpieces in relative peace. The museum is readily accessible by metro, with Solferino station being the closest stop, or you can hop off at the Musée d'Orsay RER station. If you're planning on multiple museum visits, consider a museum pass for priority access.

• Best time to visit: Late afternoons on weekdays or early mornings on weekends
• How to get there: Metro line 12 to Solferino, RER C to Musée d'Orsay
• Accessibility: Fully accessible for families, seniors, and those with reduced mobility
• Average visit duration: Plan for around 2 to 4 hours

Within its grand walls, Musée d'Orsay houses some of the most revered works of impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces. Don't miss Van Gogh’s self-portraits that tell stories through their haunting brush strokes, or Degas’ dancers poised eternally in graceful moments. The museum itself, with its Beaux-Arts architecture, is a sight to behold. Let your gaze wander upwards to the magnificent clock that offers a view straight through to Montmartre across the Seine.

• Key sights or features: Van Gogh's paintings, Degas’ dancers
• Unique experiences: Viewing Paris through the museum's giant clock
• Photo-worthy locations: The main hall, the giant clock with city views
• Cultural or historical facts: Originally a train station, converted to a museum in 1986