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FRA9 · MUSEUM MATCH

Which Paris museum genuinely fits you?

Four choices, three explained answers and no invented queue time. The score measures fit for your visit—not the absolute quality of a museum.

Your three best matches

01

Musée d’Orsay

2–3 h
95/100 fit

The clearest all-round choice for Monet, Van Gogh, Degas and art from 1848 to 1914.

Why it fits
collectiondurationpacearea
Know before going
Impressionist rooms remain busy and displays can change.
Closed day
Monday
Booking
Timed entry advised in busy periods
Add Orangerie
02

Musée de l’Orangerie

1 h–1 h 30
87/100 fit

The compact choice for Monet’s Water Lilies and a calmer visit by the Tuileries.

Why it fits
collectiondurationpacearea
Know before going
A smaller collection: excellent with Orsay, not an encyclopedic art survey.
Closed day
Tuesday
Booking
A slot is prudent and required on some free days
Pair with Orsay
03

Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris

1 h 30–2 h
56/100 fit

The best time-to-budget choice for modern art, with free permanent collections.

Why it fits
durationpace
Know before going
Temporary exhibitions have separate tickets and some rooms may close.
Closed day
Monday
Booking
Permanent collection free; exhibitions separate
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