Giverny Half Day Guided Trip with Monet's House & Gardens Tour from Paris

Have always wanted to go to these gardens and they definitely lived up to my expectations. We went in October and it was way better as not as many tourists around. We got information about Monet as well as free time to explore.

The gardens were beautiful, lush and more than we could have wished. But it was so crowded on a Saturday I felt like we were in Times Square on New Years eve. Try to avoid weekends. Also, our tour guide was lovely in the coach, but didn’t accompany us to the gardens, while I noticed other tours had guides with them.

We took our 6 year old with us on this tour, and we were happy that everything was so easy and smooth! Our group was small (we were just in a van), but the ride was comfortable and air conditioned. Our guide pointed out interesting points of interest as we drove, which we really enjoyed. The guide walked us right to the entrance, with clear instructions where we were to meet after our tour, and we were left on our own. We loved that freedom. We had plenty of time to enjoy and take everything in. The gardens were gorgeous, in full bloom, and the house just as lovely. We walked through the well-stocked gift shop (though we didn't buy anything; there is plenty to choose from!) and enjoyed some absolutely delicious ice cream sold from a van (sounds sketchy, but it was truly some of the most delicious we've ever had!) We'd absolutely recommend this for anyone. Our six year old enjoyed herself, too!

Not so much a tour, but hassle free transportation. We were in Paris for the record heat of 108 degrees. The hour and a half of air conditioning (each way) Made us able to make the best of our 2 HRs. In Giverny. We really would not have wanted to spend more time. We were surprised at how bountiful the gardens were despite the heat! Loved it!

This tour was a nice, succinct trip to Monet's house and gardens. The guide drove us in a van from the meeting point to Giverny where we had about two hours to look around the house and gardens on our own. This was ample time for us, and the guide provided nice information about Monet and the area on our drive to Giverny.

Monet's gardens are a must-see … they were a highlight of our week in Paris. The tour company, however, was not organized enough. We showed up early and were told there was a problem with the bus/van and we had to wait. That wasn't a problem … but while we were waiting outside a young man approached us saying he worked for the tour company and would tell us about the Town Hall down the street while we waited for the van. We walked half a block down with him and he attempted to explain the building, but it was clear that he was inexperienced and was reading from a brochure. Still not a problem … however when we walked back to the office they told us the van had come and left without us. They seemed uncertain about getting the van to come back … but we insisted and the van did come back to pick us up. The driver (Alex) was very friendly told us a few things about Giverny... but it was hardly the background that was promised in the description of the tour. And when we got to Giverny he said we needed to meet him in 1 hour 45 minutes since we were running late and he had an afternoon tour. Considering we were supposed to have 2 hours in Giverny and it wasn't our fault they were late, even missing 15 minutes of our time there wasn't cool. That said … the gardens and water gardens are spectacular. I guess you get what you pay for … this company was a lot less expensive than some of the others.

But... the bus was over a half hour late and there was no AC in the bus, so it was very warm and stuffy for the hour long ride. I realize the delay was due to traffic but I feel like some accomodation should have been made. Our time allowed at the garden and house was about an hour and 20 miinutes....I felt very rushed to see it all....no time to just enjoy the beautiful garden.

The tour guide was awful. We learned nothing from her. We left 30 minutes late and she slept the ride back to Paris. She didn’t give any details or fun facts. No background on Giverny or Monet. I took this tour years ago and the tour guide talked the entire time and we learned so much!!! This one basically handed us tickets and that was it. My mom who wasn’t with us a few years ago was so disappointed. Giverny was beautiful though. But what a mess this was.

Highly recommend! We went on a very rainy day but I still loved the tour. Being a part of a small tour was wonderful since it was easy to hear the guide. My mom and I LOVED the guide for this tour. He was knowledgeable, friendly and provided us with the best food recommendations for our return to Paris. I also appreciated that he made some pit stops on the way back so we could take photos and had wonderful stories of the history of the area.

It took about an hour and a half to get to the gardens, and another hour and a half to get back to Paris, leaving us with about and hour and a half to visit the gardens and the house, which was just enough time for both as the gardens are not very large. If you want to explore the little village, then you need to take the whole day tour. The guide was very knowledgeable with info about the estate and Monet's life on the way to the estate. On reaching the estate you are left to tour on your own and at your own pace which was perfect for us.