One of the most popular locations in France for art enthusiasts to explore is the village of Giverny. Located 80 kilometres (50 miles) northwest of Paris, Giverny is a picturesque destination that has inspired many artists over the centuries, including the famous Impressionist painter Claude Monet, who created some of his best-known paintings there. With so much to explore within Giverny, choosing a guided tour offers the best way to learn about the area and its history. To get the most out of your visit, there are several options for guided tours designed to suit your preferred style.
Selecting a Guided Tour
With a large choice of tickets to Giverny available, it can be difficult to decide which one is best for you. Here is a guide to the various tours and what they offer.
Monet’s Gardens Half-Day Tour
The home and gardens that once belonged to impressionist artist Claude Monet are some of the most popular places to visit in Giverny. This tour will transport you via air-conditioned coach from our agency in Paris to Monet’s house in Giverny. You will be given a guided tour of his home and studio and learn the famous painter’s story. The tour also allows extra time to explore his gardens and see where his most famous artworks were created. Finally, you will have some free time to explore the village before your journey back to Paris.
Giverny Half-Day Audio-Guided Tour
Explore the sights of Giverny at your own pace with an exclusive audio-guided tour. During your coach ride from Paris, you will be given a QR code that allows you to access our tour app. Select the audio guide in your preferred language from our tour app and explore the village at your leisure. Your guide will include a visit to Monet’s house and gardens, plus various scenic locations found throughout the area.
Impressionist Day Tour
When it comes to exploring Giverny’s artistic history, this tour will give you the full experience. After your coach journey from Paris, you will be given an audio guide so you can explore Giverny at your leisure. This includes Monet’s home and gardens, the Musée des Impressionnismes, and the various sights of Giverny, including its galleries and the local church where Monet’s tomb is located.
Monet’s Gardens Half-Day Guided Tour
Get a more in-depth look at Monet’s gardens with this guided excursion. A coach will take you from Paris to Monet’s home and studio, where you will be given an exclusive guided tour of where the master painter lived and worked, as well as an in-depth tour of his famous gardens.