Visiting the Orangerie with children
What works with children
The oval rooms. A child sitting on the central bench, surrounded by 91 meters of painted water, understands something that adults take time to see: you are in it. Ask them to find the morning and evening in the first room. Then go down to level -2 for the Rousseaus, the wedding and the carriage, which speak to children without comment. The route is on what to see at the Orangerie.
What works less
The 22 Soutines, which children find disturbing, and the Saturday afternoon crowd, where a child only sees legs. Come at 9 a.m. One hour of visit, no more, then the Tuileries garden, which is free and right in front of the door.
Practical information
The free cloakroom takes coats. The elevator takes strollers down to level -2, where the two baby spaces and the water fountain are located. Flash photography is prohibited. The museum is closed on Tuesdays. Other services are on accessibility, and the operation of free tickets on the pricing page.
The ticket for under 18s is free but requires a time slot and ID at the entrance. Book the same time slot as yours, at 9 a.m., and do the ovals first.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is entry free for children?
Yes, for under 18s, with an ID and a reserved time slot. See the prices page.
Can you enter with a stroller?
Yes, an elevator serves the -2 level, where two baby spaces are located. See accessibility.
Is the guided tour suitable for children ?
It lasts 2 h with a walk in the Tuileries, which is long for the little ones. The single ticket at 9 h seems better. See the guided tour.