Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

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!

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

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

What To Expect

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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