From March 10, 2026, to summer 2028, the Musée d'Orsay will undergo some renovations, forty years after being converted from a train station into an art museum. But don’t worry—its collections won’t be closed off during this time! Only entry points will be adjusted to access the museum. Originally built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, the building is set to be refurbished, particularly to enhance visitor accessibility and improve the energy efficiency of its outdoor structures.
The forecourt is particularly affected, as there is a leak that needs fixing. The museum is taking the opportunity to rethink how visitors are welcomed and will now separate entrances and exits. In just two and a half years, the entrance may look quite different, with some areas being reorganized or relocated. This renovation is being carried out in an "open-site" approach, allowing visitors to continue exploring the museum's incredible collection at Musée d'Orsay while preserving its heritage!
Meanwhile, a temporary entrance on the Seine side will be set up exclusively for ticket holders, while a temporary exit will be created on the Quai Valéry Giscard d’Estaing. The museum strongly encourages visitors to book in advance for easier entry! For the latest access details and updates, visitors are advised to check the official website regularly until their visit.
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Location
Musée d'Orsay
62 rue de Lille
75007 Paris 7
Official website
www.musee-orsay.fr
Musée d'Orsay: What happened to the statues on the Valéry Giscard d'Estaing Esplanade?
