Giverny Monet’s Garden & Outlet Shopping Private Trip from Paris

About this tour

A nine-and-a-half-hour private drive from Paris to Monet's House and gardens in Giverny, where you'll wander the painter's studio grounds and see the water lily pond and Japanese bridge in person. After lunch in the village, head to McArthurGlenn outlet mall for designer shopping at reduced prices. Travel by Mercedes with either a guide providing commentary or your own driver, hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Highlights

• Walk Monet's actual gardens and pond where he painted
• Explore the artist's house and studio at leisure
• Japanese bridge and water lily compositions
• Two hours free to eat and explore Giverny village
• Designer outlet shopping 20 minutes away
• Mercedes sedan or minivan transport both ways
• Choose guided or self-directed option

What to expect

Your driver collects you from your Paris accommodation in a comfortable Mercedes and heads northwest to Giverny, about an hour's drive. With your guide (if selected) or independently, you'll spend a few hours moving through the grounds Monet actually tended—his pink house, the studios, and the famous gardens layered across the property. The Japanese bridge and pond are smaller than paintings suggest, but the sight of them triggers recognition. You'll have breathing room to sit or sketch if you wish. Back in Giverny village, find a café for lunch on your own dime. Then it's a short hop to the outlet mall, where international and French brands occupy a purpose-built mall format—not a treasure hunt, but straightforward discounted shopping.

Good to know

Lunch is not included; budget accordingly for Giverny village restaurants. Wear comfortable walking shoes for garden paths. The outlet mall is climate-controlled. Bring sunscreen and a hat if visiting in warmer months. Infants can sit on laps or use specialist seats; prams work on most paths.