6 hours
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English
Overview
Monet’s gardens at Giverny inspired so much of the famed impressionist’s work. Yet at 4 miles (6 kilometers) from the nearest train station, they can be fiddly to reach by public transportation. Pair the convenience of a prebooked ticket with the ease of coach transfers to and from a central Paris meeting point on this organized package. Enjoy time to explore independently and recreate the paintings in your photos.
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Paris CityVision
Ratings & Reviews
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The beautiful pond of Monet
JonathanS_F, May 2026
The travel was easy and informative, and our time visiting the japanese pond and studio was well spent! Love it.
Very well run tour
sarahhussain99, May 2026
Punctual , clear instructions including where to meet and directions to meeting place. Guide very knowledgeable and very pleasant.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for your nice comment. We are glad to know that your journey to Giverny pleased you especially thanks to our guide’s expertise and care. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Stranded! Guide left early after wasting time picking up equipment.
Terrence_M, Apr 2026
Don’t go. Guide left early (stranding at least 5 people miles from Paris) wasted time picking up equipment he should have had already, and gave worthless instructions for exiting gardens and returning to bus.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Terrence, Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry for what you've shared. We are surprised by what happened with the guide; however, we will forward your comment to the relevant department so they can investigate what occurred, as we care about the service we provide to our customers. We hope you were able to enjoy the rest of the tour. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Travel to giverny
Manwell1988, Apr 2026
Giverny small but very pretty, the garden and the house of Monet magnificent, the guide very professional but also very nice and fun, made us feel at ease and told us about the peculiarities not only during the visit but also during the bus ride. Council
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Manwel, Thank you very much for your comment. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed Giverny, Monet's house and garden, and the attention from our guide. It’s great to know that you felt comfortable and that the additional information during the trip made the experience even more special. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Itinerary
Office de Tourisme Nouvelle Normandie Vernon
After about a 1h30 min trip through the verdant countryside, you will arrive in Giverny.
Maison de Claude Monet a Vetheuil
Expect a feast for your eyes on this half-day tour to Claude Monet’s home in Giverny. You’ll alight at Monet’s property and extensive gardens, where he indulged in his green-fingered passion.
Fondation Claude Monet
First, you’ll visit the front gardens and orchards with your expert guide, to gaze upon an array of vivid blooms (depending on the season). Next, you’ll be enthralled to see the legendary water lily pond in real life and cross the oft-painted Japanese bridge.
45 minutesThe Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet
Don’t forget to take a few pics, be the star of your own Impressionist-style landscapes! Take a while to enjoy the tranquility of the weeping willows and bamboo trees.
25 minutesParis
Time to drive back through the landscape of the Eure French Region.
You will be dropped back at the departure point.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket to: Giverny House and Gardens
- Services of a multi-lingual tour escort
- Transport to and from Paris by air-conditioned coach
- Free time to visit Monet's house and gardens
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- This tour is not guided or audio guided
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Excellent souvenir shop with a wide range of reproductions of Monet's paintings, crockery, table sets (dominant in Monet's favourite blue and yellow colours) and even a range of flower seeds.
- The collection of Japanese engravings inside Monet's home is one of the most important in the world.
- During the high season, this popular destination can experience significant crowds. As a result, there may be some unavoidable queues, especially during the morning hours when visitor numbers tend to be highest. We appreciate your understanding and recommend visiting later in the day if you prefer a slightly less busy experience.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.