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Are you planning a day trip to Versailles from Paris, but worried about the logistics of getting there and navigating the popular attractions? Let us take care of it for you with our half-day small group tour. With the help of our expert local guide, we'll whisk you away to Versailles and get off at the optimal stop. You'll enter the palace and have time to explore the stunning palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate. Get the most out of your trip to Versailles and leave the hassle to us!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that the scheduled time access can be slowed down on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved
Please note that the tour departs promptly at the scheduled start time. If you are not checked in by then, the group will have to depart for Versailles without you. Once the tour has departed, we cannot guarantee your participation.
The meeting point for tours running July 15 to August 31, 2025 will be updated due to RER C maintenance. Check voucher for details.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Option to continue exploring the gardens and Trianon Estate
Small group of 20 or fewer people
Introduction to the Gardens
A local, English-speaking guide
Guided tour of the Palace
Round-trip transportation by train from Paris to Versailles
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food & Beverages
Gratuities
Paris
Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a comfortable ride together by train to Versailles. After a short stroll to the palace, your guided tour will begin.
Palace of Versailles
Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you'll discover over 2,000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court. This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court's lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace's stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.
Duration: 3 hours
Semi-private guided tour
3,291 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fran O,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
Our tour guide was wonderful. She was knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend her and this experience
Michelle P,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
After arriving you will board a train to Versailles, the local train service may experience delays. The tour guide is very used to this and reassured us that we our tour would be unaffected by this. Just helpful to know in advance
V2784AZmariah,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our tour guide, Melanie, was absolutely wonderful. She was organized and attentive. She provided us with extensive historical information throughout the tour that was relayed like storytelling. We had a terrific experience!
BEHROUZE E,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
The accommodation traveling by train was very good. Our guide was great and was very informative re the history of France.
Brigette M,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great tour!! Very informative & helped navigate the strike situation Helped with conquering the train system
Cheryl A,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
Astrid did a fantastic job. She was very knowledgeable gave great instructions and kept us at a good pace going through Versailles. The train ride was quick and nice and an enjoyable walk through town on the way there and back. Wonderful all around excursion.
Stefanie B,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
Catherine was our tour guide. She was very informative, excellent tour guide and made the whole experience very enjoyable.
Jennifer S,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
The walking is insane. The amount of walking up and down stairs was extremely difficult for my 73 yr mom. There were not any benches anywhere really. Every time we asked for where is the toilet we would get different answers from staff. We had a guided tour and the guide was good but it’s not a place for the elderly.
Charles C,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
The tour was great but the Palace was very crowded, even during November which is not the peak tourist season. We’ve had other tours through this company that were awesome but we both had a hard time understanding our tour guide due to her heavy accent.
QuayR S,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
Versailles itself is excellent. The tour guide-we felt rushed us in fact we were separated from the group near the end.
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