Monet's house and gardens in a small group for a more intimate tour with a licensed local guide who will describe the flora and Monet's life.
Relaxing pace and time to take photos.
Small group interactive for participants and guide.
Tours are operated in one language only.

Guided tour Monet's house and gardens/small group

Enjoy a private tour of the home and gardens of the world-famous painter, Claude Monet. Take two hours with a guide to explore the gardens and home that inspired some of his famous works, and learn more about the history of his masterpieces.

See the home of Claude Monet with a private guide, and meet your guide at the site to begin your tour. Begin to explore his Giverny estate which was both his home and studio for over 40 years, and became the inspiration for many of his well-known masterpieces. 

Take a walk in the gardens that have remained unchanged since the time of the great painter's life there. Experience the play of light and reflections on the water like Monet once did. Contemplate the water lilies and Japanese-style bridges made famous by his paintings.

Visit Monet's house and private apartments, kitchen, and dining room, and admire the collection of Japanese prints that are housed within the estate.

Giverny: Monet's House & Gardens Private Guided Walking Tour

With your audio guide, you'll begin your visit by exploring the Japanese Garden, discovering how Monet envisioned it and learning the story of the water lilies and the Japanese Bridge.

Next, you'll explore the flower garden, also known as the Clos Normand. Much of Monet's painting was inspired by this garden.

Finally, you'll enter Monet's famous house, where the painter dedicated his passions to painting, gardening, and photography. You'll stop in each room to understand its purpose and admire its unusual details. At the end of the visit, the audio guide will offer several options for extending your stay in Giverny.

Audio-guided tour of Monet's house and gardens in Giverny


In a small group for a more intimate visit and direct access without long lines.
A certified local guide who will describe the flowers as well as the life of Claude Monet.
Visits are conducted in a single language and at each person's pace.

Guided Tour of Monet's Gardens/small group

Embark on a 2-hour private walking tour of the serene village of Giverny, where your experienced guide will lead you along picturesque pathways and tranquil streets. Start on Rue Claude Monet, the main street lined with charming houses and local shops, and learn about the village's history and artistic connections. Visit the historic Church of Sainte-Radegonde with its beautiful stained glass windows. Explore Claude Monet's House and Gardens, wandering through the Clos Normand garden with its colorful flower beds and the Water Garden with its iconic pond and water lilies. Listen to anecdotes about Monet's life, his artistic process, and his legacy. Finally, walk along Rue Blanche Hoschedé-Monet, admiring picturesque houses and gardens, and conclude with a discussion about Giverny's continued influence on art and its cultural significance. This enchanting tour offers a personalized exploration of one of France's most idyllic settings.

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