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Musée d'Orsay

musée d'Orsay

8 story sections9 min 55 s in all

art museum in Paris, France

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation1:32

    Welcome to the Musée d'Orsay, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and unique museums in the world. As you stand before this grand structure, you are not just looking at a museum, but at a former railway station, the Gare…

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  2. 2The Grand Nave and the Station's Past1:19

    Stepping into the main hall of the Musée d'Orsay, you are immediately struck by the sheer scale of the space. This was once the bustling platform area of the Gare d'Orsay. …

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  3. 3Level 5: The Impressionist Masterpieces1:14

    The fifth floor is the crown jewel of the Musée d'Orsay, housing the most famous paintings from the Impressionist movement. This is where you will find the vibrant works of Monet, Renoir, and Manet. …

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  4. 4The Giant Station Clock and the View1:08

    At the end of the fifth floor, you will encounter one of the museum's most photographed spots: the giant station clock. Through its glass face, you have a spectacular view of the Seine, the Louvre, and the Sacré-Cœur basilica on…

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  5. 5Van Gogh and the Post-Impressionists1:13

    Moving toward the specialized galleries on the upper level, we encounter the work of Vincent van Gogh and the Post-Impressionists. The museum houses several of his most iconic pieces, including 'The Starry Night' (the Arles…

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  6. 6The Dining Hall of the Former Hotel1:08

    A hidden treasure of the Musée d'Orsay is the magnificent dining hall of the former Hotel d'Orsay. When the station was built, it included a luxury hotel for travelers, and its dining room remains one of the most opulent spaces…

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  7. 7The Model of Paris and the Opera House1:09

    Beneath a glass floor in the museum, you will find a remarkably detailed model of Paris. This bird's-eye view gives you a unique perspective on the city's layout, specifically during the 19th century when much of it was being…

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  8. 8Closing1:12

    As we conclude our tour of the Musée d'Orsay, we have journeyed through one of the most vibrant periods in human history. We have seen how a grand railway station, once the height of industrial pride, was saved from the wrecking…

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What is Musée d'Orsay?

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Key facts
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length9 min 55 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates48.8600, 2.3264
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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