This is a gem of a museum. It has excellent audioguides for several pieces of art, and an array of stunning works on the lower floor. I spent all my time exploring these wonderful works, and actually forgot to go visit the famed wall murals portion with the water lilies! I would not leave Paris without visiting L'Orangerie. Next time I am in Paris, I will make a visit to l'Orangerie a high priority.

My only wish is that it had been sunny. The grey skies did not provide enough light to truely see the beauty of Monet's works. I have been here on a sunny day and was awe struck.

...at this beautiful old building full of natural light and..water lilies..

I arrived at the Museum just as it was opening on a Sunday morning and had the place almost entirely to myself. I couldn't imagine a more delightful way to be surrounded by Monet's murals than sitting in solitude on the bench in the middle of the room absorbing the beauty of the panoramas! The paintings on the lower level and gift shop take an additional hour or two to view, so plan on at least a couple hours at l'Orangerie.