Musée de l'Orangerie

Tucked into the serene Tuileries Garden, this intimate gallery houses Monet's iconic Water Lilies series in two oval rooms specifically designed to showcase their immersive beauty. Beyond the famous murals, you'll discover masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse that capture the luminous spirit of Impressionism. The museum's compact size makes it refreshingly manageable compared to the sprawling Louvre nearby, allowing genuine contemplation of each work.