What to do · Giverny
Claude Monet's house and gardens
Information
- From
- €13 adult
- Duration
- 2 h
- Season
- 1 April to 1 November, every day from 10:00 to 18:00
- Who it's for
- All ages; the garden paths are narrow for pushchairs on busy days
The pink house with green shutters where Monet lived for more than forty years, with its yellow dining room and collection of Japanese prints, and the two gardens he painted: the Clos Normand, full of flowers in front of the house, and the water garden, with the water lily pond and the Japanese bridge.
Tickets and opening hours
In 2026 it opened from 1 April to 1 November, every day from 10:00 to 18:00, with last entry at 17:30; it reopens on 1 April 2027. A ticket costs €13 for adults and €7 for ages 7 to 17 and students; under-7s don't pay. It is advisable to buy online: when the website quota runs out, there are long queues at the ticket desk. Online tickets are non-refundable.
Rules
Animals are not allowed, except assistance dogs, nor can you picnic, paint or draw inside. There is no left-luggage and large bags are not allowed. Leaving the grounds is final.
Tips
- First thing or last thing Between 11:00 and 15:00 the groups from Paris arrive and the Japanese bridge becomes a queue for the photo.
- Choose the month In May and June the wisteria, irises and roses bloom; the water lilies are at their best in summer.
Frequently asked questions
When do Monet's gardens open?
From 1 April to 1 November, every day from 10:00 to 18:00. They are closed in winter.
How much is entry to Monet's house?
€13 for adults and €7 for ages 7 to 17; free for under-7s.
Can I bring a dog?
No, only assistance dogs.
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