ADDRESS
84 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny, France
RECOMMENDED DURATION
2 hours
Timings
09:30–18:00
VISITORS PER YEAR
500000
TICKETS
From $68.95
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - SKIP THE LINE
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Did you know Monet diverted the Epte River to create his iconic water garden? The pond, filled with water lilies and reflections, was man-made—and became the subject of many of his most famous paintings.
Ever heard of Monet’s “little blue lounge”? This striking room inside his house is painted entirely in blue and decorated with 231 Japanese woodblock prints that heavily influenced his art.
Monet’s first studio was once a barn! He converted it into a workspace with wooden floors and stairs. Today, it’s restored with 80% original furniture and reproductions of 60 of his paintings.
Claude Monet first spotted Giverny from a train window. Captivated by its light and charm, he moved in with his family and began renting a house with a large garden.
Monet purchased the property in 1890 and began designing the Clos Normand, a colorful flower garden. In 1893, he bought adjacent land and created the Water Garden—complete with lily ponds and the now-iconic Japanese Bridge.
Over the next two decades, the gardens became Monet’s primary inspiration. He painted them in all seasons and times of day, producing masterpieces like Water Lilies and The Japanese Bridge.
Monet died in Giverny at the age of 86. His house and gardens fell into neglect in the years that followed.
Thanks to curator Gérald Van der Kemp and international support, the house and gardens were fully restored and opened to the public in 1980.
Monet's life & garden's history is fascinating: read all of it here
Over the years, Monet’s dreamy gardens in Giverny have captured the imagination of not just painters and poets, but also filmmakers, showrunners, and writers. Whether appearing directly on screen or influencing the look and feel of entire scenes, the gardens have quietly become a pop culture icon in their own right.
Monet’s garden and house aren’t just a tribute to one artist—they're a global symbol of how creativity and nature can coexist in perfect harmony. More than half a million visitors from across the world travel to Giverny each year to experience what Monet once called “his most beautiful work of art.”
Beyond their beauty, the gardens serve as an open-air classroom for art lovers, garden designers, and dreamers alike. Students study the layout of the beds. Artists find inspiration in the shifting light. Historians examine how personal passion shaped public legacy.
The site is managed by the Fondation Claude Monet, which continues to preserve the authenticity of the gardens and house as Monet envisioned them—right down to the varieties of flowers he planted.
No, the paintings in Monet’s house are reproductions. His original works are mostly held in major museums like the Musée d'Orsay and Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris.
Yes, visitors can walk through his former studio, which now displays reproductions of his works and gives insight into his daily artistic process.
The gardens have been meticulously restored using Monet’s original plans, notes, and archival photos. Most of the plant species are historically accurate to what he planted.
Yes, while you can't stay at Monet’s house itself, there are several charming B&Bs and small hotels in Giverny village and nearby Vernon.
While the main paths are open to the public, some sections—like Monet’s former greenhouse and some planting areas—are restricted to staff for maintenance and preservation.
The gardens are maintained by a team of expert horticulturists and gardeners employed by the Fondation Claude Monet. They follow historical records and planting notes to keep the gardens true to Monet’s vision.
No, private events such as weddings, parties, or commercial photography sessions are not permitted, to preserve the historic and cultural integrity of the site.
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