How does the Versailles audio guide work?

The audio guide app provides commentary and insights as you explore the palace and gardens. Simply download the app, select your language, and follow the audio prompts.

How long does an audio guide tour of Versailles typically last?

Visits usually take about 1–2 hours, but you can pause or extend your visit at your own pace.

What’s the difference between an audio guide and a guided tour at Versailles?

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Is the audio guide suitable for children?

While the audio guide is designed for adults, older children may enjoy it. Younger children might find it challenging to engage with the content.

Can I use my own device for the audio guide?

Yes, you can download the audio guide app on your own device, ensuring you have it ready for your visit.

Is an audio guide tour at Versailles recommended for people with disabilities?

Yes, the palace is accessible, and the audio guide can enhance the experience for visitors with mobility issues.

Are there free apps for the Versailles audio guide?

The audio guide app is typically included with your ticket purchase, but check the details when booking for any specific app requirements.

How does the audio guide enhance my visit to Versailles?

The audio guide provides rich storytelling and insights, allowing you to appreciate the history and significance of the palace and its artworks at your own pace.

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To walk the corridors of Marie Antoinette and be immersed in their lives and a countries history was truly stupendous. Would definitely revisit as there is just so much to take in Wetherspoon it be the house or immense gardens. The scale of Versailles has to be experienced to actually comprehend its magnitude, truly spectacular in architecture and magnificence.

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Everything is perfect, from the welcome at the entrance to the understanding staff who explain the instructions clearly. The tour route is clear and the signage makes it easy to follow.

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United States

Feb 2026

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We went on February 5th with my family and had an awesome time. Wear comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking around the gardens or take the petite train. Specially if you want to visit Marie Antoinette playground.

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Feb 2026

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Skipping the line at the start. The audio guides made the museum experience great. Seeing the Mona Lisa but moreover the large painting behind it depicting the wedding where Jesus performed his first miracle.

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Florence made the difference! She would explain everything with all her heart. You can see how much she loves her work.

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Jan 2026

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I enjoyed hearing at seeing history through a French perspective. Being an American, our history lessons are so limited that we remain ignorant. Just listening to another perspective was enlightening and helped me to see the beauty of Versailles along with the tragedy of the opulence when the people of France were in need. I could see courage and passion of an amazing country.

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Dec 2025

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Everything was very organized, we left on time and the pick up point is easy to find and the guides are quite friendly. In addition, they speak several languages which I think is excellent.

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Why book a Versailles audio guide tour?

✔️ Freedom to explore at your own pace

Unlike fixed-route guided tours, an audio guide allows you to explore the vast grounds and opulent rooms of Versailles at your leisure. Spend as much time as you like at each exhibit, or skip sections that don’t interest you.

✔️ Deeper insights, minus the crowd

Get fascinating stories and facts about the palace’s history, architecture, and the lives of its inhabitants without the rush of a live group tour. Enjoy the freedom to pause and reflect on the stunning art and gardens.

✔️ Multilingual convenience

Audio tours are available in multiple languages, including English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian. Choose your preferred language for a more comfortable and enriching experience.

✔️ Skip the line, skip the stress

All audio guide packages come with reserved entry to the Palace of Versailles, allowing you to bypass long queues and head straight in. Enjoy a seamless start to your visit.

How to use your Versailles audio guide

Setting up your audio guide

Step 1: After booking your tickets, you will receive an email with a link to download the audio guide app.
Step 2: Choose your preferred language before downloading the app. Options include English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian.
Step 3: Download the audio guide before your visit to avoid any connectivity issues on-site.
Step 4: Plug in your headphones and open the app to access the map and audio content as you explore the palace.
Step 5: Replay or skip sections at any time to tailor your experience.

Tips to make the most of your Versailles audio guide experience

Plan your visit: Arrive early to enjoy the gardens before the crowds. Mornings are typically quieter.
Choose your route: If time is limited, focus on the main highlights like the Hall of Mirrors and the King’s Apartments.
Set your own rhythm: Pause to take photos or replay sections that capture your interest. You’re in control of your experience.
Combine with skip-the-line tickets: Save time at the entrance and maximize your exploration time inside the palace.
Discover hidden gems: The audio guide will point out lesser-known areas and artworks that are often overlooked by group tours.

Plan a visit to Palace of Versailles

Versailles audio guide vs guided tour

Feature	Audio Guide	Guided Tour
Flexibility	Explore at your own pace	Fixed route and schedule
Interaction	Solo experience	Group setting; ask live questions
Duration	Self-paced (1–2 hrs)	1–1.5 hrs fixed
Cost	Usually lower	Higher, includes guide fee
Best for	Independent travelers, flexible timing	First-time visitors, social explorers

Louvre Museum

There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
The venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

Inclusions #

Louvre Museum

Timed access entry ticket
Access to temporary exhibitions
Free admission to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix
Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish & Japanese

Palace of Versailles

Passport ticket (access to the palace + estate + garden shows)
Entry to the temporary exhibitions

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).
A free audio guide is available on the app in 13 languages—French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, and Arabic. Please bring your own headphones to use it.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry to the palace
Round-trip bus transfers from the Eiffel Tower
English-speaking professional guide (as per option selected)
Access to the entire estate (as per option selected)
Small-group guided tour (as per option selected)
Free audio guide via app

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

Inclusions #

Round-trip transportation in a comfortable bus or minibus between Paris and Versailles
Timed-entry ticket to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April to October)
Personalized welcome and assistance from multilingual hosts in red 'Magic Ways' jackets (as per option selected)
Audio guide available in 12 languages (as per option selected)
Guided tour of the castle, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, the Queen’s Hamlet, State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors (as per option selected)
Access to King's and Queen’s grand apartments (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the Palace and gardens require extensive walking.

What’s not allowed

Food and drinks are not allowed inside the Palace of Versailles.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace for security reasons.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Smoking, alcohol, and illegal substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Additional information

Entry is by timed ticket, allowing you to skip the line at the Palace and gardens.
Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show is included from April to October.
Cafés and restaurants are available near the Palace for meals, but these are not included in your ticket.
Security checks may delay entry; please allow extra time for this process.
Children of all ages are welcome, but all guests require a booked ticket.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Louvre Museum

There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
The venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

Inclusions #

Louvre Museum

Timed access entry ticket
Access to temporary exhibitions
Free admission to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix
Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish & Japanese

Palace of Versailles

Passport ticket (access to the palace + estate + garden shows)
Entry to the temporary exhibitions

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).
A free audio guide is available on the app in 13 languages—French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, and Arabic. Please bring your own headphones to use it.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry to the palace
Round-trip bus transfers from the Eiffel Tower
English-speaking professional guide (as per option selected)
Access to the entire estate (as per option selected)
Small-group guided tour (as per option selected)
Free audio guide via app

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

Inclusions #

Round-trip transportation in a comfortable bus or minibus between Paris and Versailles
Timed-entry ticket to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April to October)
Personalized welcome and assistance from multilingual hosts in red 'Magic Ways' jackets (as per option selected)
Audio guide available in 12 languages (as per option selected)
Guided tour of the castle, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, the Queen’s Hamlet, State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors (as per option selected)
Access to King's and Queen’s grand apartments (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the Palace and gardens require extensive walking.

What’s not allowed

Food and drinks are not allowed inside the Palace of Versailles.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace for security reasons.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Smoking, alcohol, and illegal substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Additional information

Entry is by timed ticket, allowing you to skip the line at the Palace and gardens.
Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show is included from April to October.
Cafés and restaurants are available near the Palace for meals, but these are not included in your ticket.
Security checks may delay entry; please allow extra time for this process.
Children of all ages are welcome, but all guests require a booked ticket.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Combos

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Combo (Save 16%): Louvre Museum Timed Access + Versailles Palace Tickets

Louvre Museum

There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
The venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

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Check availability

Flexible duration

Audio guide

Day Trips

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From Paris: Palace of Versailles Tickets & Tours with Transfers

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).
A free audio guide is available on the app in 13 languages—French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, and Arabic. Please bring your own headphones to use it.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

Book now, pay later

4 hr. 30 min. - 6 hr.

Audio guide

Transfers available

Tickets

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Round Trip: Paris to Versailles & Palace of Versailles Entry Ticket

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

Book now, pay later

6 hr. - 7 hr.

Audio guide

Transfers available

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