Musée d´Orsay
The Musée d'Orsay, once the magnificent Gare d'Orsay, a train station built for the 1900 World's Fair, today houses one of the world's most significant collections of French art from 1848 to 1914. Here you'll find masterpieces of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism by artists like Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, Van Gogh, and Gauguin. The unique architecture of the former train station with its imposing glass structure provides a special atmosphere for the artworks. The collection includes not only paintings, but also sculptures, decorative arts, and photography. A practical tip: Visit the museum right after opening or in the late afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds. Don't miss the view through the large station clock on the upper floor, which offers an iconic perspective of the Seine and Sacré-Cœur.
