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Walking Tours · Historical Tours
Versailles Palace Tour & Optional Gardens Access from Paris
4.1(1,958)4.1 out of 5, from 1958 reviews·6h·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 25Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agesinfant 0–1, child 2–17, adult 18–99
Will this work for your group?
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- All 5 of you can be booked together.
- Open to all ages, including your youngest.
- 5 fares — children priced separately
About this experience
Explore the Palace of Versailles on a guided tour from Paris designed for a smooth, well-paced experience. With reserved, timed entry included, spend more time inside the palace and less time managing logistics. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned coach and follow an expert English-speaking guide through Versailles’ most iconic rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors, Royal Chapel, and State Apartments. Audio headsets ensure you hear every story clearly, even in busy areas. After your guided palace visit, enjoy access to the Gardens of Versailles (if option selected), where you can explore André Le Nôtre’s masterpiece at your own pace. Seasonal upgrade options also allow you to combine Versailles with a visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny.
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What you actually do
Of 7 listed stops, you get out at 5 and see 2 from the vehicle.
- 1
Palace of Versailles
Discover the Palace of Versailles in true royal fashion during an extended guided visit. Follow your expert guide through a carefully curated selection of the palace’s most significant rooms, including the State Apartments and Royal Chapel, while learning about the reign of Louis XIV, the lives of his successors, and…
You get out here110 minAdmission included
- 2
La Galerie des Glaces
Stand beneath glittering chandeliers in the legendary Hall of Mirrors, the setting for royal ceremonies and historic moments that shaped Europe.
You get out here10 min
- 3
The Royal Chapel
Admire the elegant Royal Chapel, a masterpiece of French baroque design where kings and queens once worshipped.
You get out here5 min
- 4
The Royal Opera
An elegant royal theater commissioned by Louis XV, famed for its lavish design and remarkable acoustics.
Seen from the vehicle
- 5
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
If you’ve selected the gardens option, enjoy free time to explore the Gardens of Versailles at your own pace. Designed by André Le Nôtre, these vast grounds are masterpieces of symmetry, perspective, and symbolism.
You get out here75 minAdmission included
- 6
Grand Canal
If you’ve selected the gardens option, take in views of the Grand Canal, a peaceful finale to your visit and a striking symbol of Versailles’ grandeur.
You get out here15 minAdmission included
- 7
The Grand Trianon
A magnificent chapel showcasing the grandeur and spirituality of the French monarchy (ticket not included)
Seen from the vehicle
Where the day happens
≈ 17.9 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.
What is and is not included
The advertised price does not cover other — budget for those separately.
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Before you book
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Good to know (9)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child.
- From November to March, garden access is free; no ticket required.
- Add a self-guided stroll through the Gardens of Château de Versailles designed by André Le Nôtre. From April to October, a garden ticket is required and included if selected.
- Choose the Full-Day Giverny & Palace of Versailles Combo for a guided tour of Versailles, followed by a visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens in the afternoon.
- While your timed-entry ticket reduces wait time, brief delays at security and entrance lines may still occur, especially during peak season.
- Guests must return on their scheduled coach departure. Alternative return times or later transfers cannot be accommodated.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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