Summer vacations at the Musée d'Orsay in 2026: free activities for the whole family

Until August 30, 2026, the Orsay Museum is offering "Vacances à Orsay," a program of playful and creative activities for children and families. Installed in the museum's reception hall, this initiative is free with an admission ticket to the museum.

What if we spent our holidays at the Orsay Museum? Each summer, the museum sets up a dedicated space for families during the school holidays. Dubbed "Vacances à Orsay", this event turns the museum’s grand hall into a discovery hub where kids and adults can freely take part in a variety of activities, with no booking required. The space is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through August 30, 2026.

The concept rests on a playful approach to the museum's collections. Young visitors can dive into oversized games, from a life-size Game of the Goose to a Seven Families game inspired by the works on display, as well as puzzles, construction toys, and imaginative play. The aim is to let children explore the museum's artistic universe while playing and having fun!

The program also features creative workshops, a reading area, and a listening station offering the podcasts "Les Promenades imaginaires," designed for children aged 7 and up. Inspired by the museum's paintings, these stories invite young visitors to explore the collections through age-appropriate narratives. Participants can also send a complimentary souvenir postcard from the museum.

What’s on for summer 2026 at the Orsay Museum:

Creative workshops inspired by works from the museum’s collections, with Paul Cézanne in the spotlight this summer.
Readings and quiet time.
Giant Game of the Goose, giant Happy Families with characters straight from the museum’s paintings.
Puzzles, memory games, building or imitation activities.
Souvenir postcards.

In addition to this freely accessible space, the Musée d’Orsay offers, in summer, guided tours and family workshops, available by reservation. These activities let visitors discover the permanent collections through a variety of themes, tailored to different age groups.

The Holiday Space at the Orsay Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and does not require a reservation. An admission ticket is still needed, free for children and between €13 and €16 for an adult ticket.

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