When I went to Paris in Sept 2015 the d'Orsay was closed due to the workers being on strike to protest the proposal of the museum being open 7 days a week. So because of that I did not have a chance to visit. I will be headed back to Paris this week and wanted to know when would be a good time to visit. I am looking at Thursday when the museum is open late; however, I wanted to know if going first thing in the morning would also be a good time? I like to visit about 2-3 attractions during the morning/early afternoon so I can have the rest of the day to randomly explore. The only time I switch things up is when I want to avoid large crowds (ie, visiting the Louvre after 5 on Wed or Fri).
Posted by
Chicago
8554 posts
The most important thing is to have ticket in hand before visiting the Orsay so you can use the security line for ticket/pass holders.
It has never seemed 'too crowded' to me once inside and never empty either.
Posted by
girdwood, ak
165 posts
I was there last year in June. We went in the morning and although there were people around it didn't seem crowded. Depending on your interests I would plan your attack. I am most interested in the impressionists and was glad to have started on the top floor where they are mostly located. By the time I got down to the 1st floor, I was beginning to lag. It is marvelous and not to be missed. Enjoy. sue
Posted by
SF Bay Area, CA
2030 posts
I was at the D'Orsay 2 weeks ago. There was a short ticket line when I arrived, about 11am. Larger one when I left later in the afternoon. I had a museum pass and walked right in via a different door. Museum was not very crowded.
Posted by
Fort Wayne, IN, USA
2349 posts
Oh, I feel for you. I was there in 2011, so looking forward to a nice long visit. It was closed for a strike for some other reason. All week long.