All about the Versailles Fountains and Gardens

What to bring

• Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

• Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Infants must not sit on laps; infant seats are unavailable.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace. Photos without flash are permitted.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
• This experience is not stroller accessible.
• Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.

Additional information

• Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of your tour for smooth operation and respect for all participants.
• For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
• The gardens close at 6pm from November to March and at 8:30pm. from April to October.
• Children aged 0–5 may enter for free but must be included in your booking.

Inclusions #

• Timed entry to the Palace

• Access to the Estate of Trianon (The Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and their gardens, as well as the Queen's hamlet)

• Access to Gallery of Coaches and Royal Tennis Court

• Access to Gardens and temporary exhibitions

• Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

Exclusions #

• Guide

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
• Carry your booking confirmation (printed or digital) for smooth check-in.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the palace and gardens cover extensive grounds.
• Consider bringing a bottle of water, especially during warmer months.

What’s not allowed

• Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace.
• Food and drinks are not permitted inside the palace.
• Access is not allowed without a valid ticket or if you do not meet eligibility criteria for free entry.

Accessibility

• Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility; the experience is not fully wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Note: The Passport ticket grants access to the Palace, the Trianon Estate, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, temporary exhibitions and the gardens. From 1 April to 31 October, it also includes entry to the Musical Fountains shows.
• For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
• Late arrivals may be considered a "No Show" and are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling.

Inclusions #

• 90-minute guided tour of the palace

• Professional English/French/Italian/Spanish/Portuguese-speaking guide

• Access to Fountain or Musical show

• 90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment (as per option selected)

• Skip-the-line passport tickets for Versailles Palace (as per option selected)

• Entry ticket for Palace, Gardens, Trianon Estate (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Transportation

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)

• Audio guide available in 12 languages (as per option selected)

• Guided tour of castle and Trianons (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.

What to bring

Eiffel Tower

• Valid identification (passport or ID card)

Palace of Versailles

• Valid photo ID (may be requested at the entrance)

What's not allowed

Eiffel Tower

• Smoking
• Large luggage
• Non-folding buggies/prams
• Big bags
• Baby strollers
• Rollerblades, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards
• Other large rolling objects (except foldable pushchairs, medical or assistance vehicles for persons with reduced mobility)
• Sharp objects
• Glass bottles
• Padlocks and cans

Palace of Versailles

• Baby strollers (inside the palace)
• Pets
• Infants seated on laps (infant seats unavailable)
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage (inside the palace)
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment (inside the palace)

Accessibility

Eiffel Tower

• 1st and 2nd floors are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Summit is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

Palace of Versailles

• Not wheelchair accessible.
• Not stroller accessible.
• Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.

Additional information

Eiffel Tower

• You cannot purchase summit tickets on the 2nd floor; buy summit access before your visit.
• Maximum group size is 20.
• Expect to stand in line for a security check at entry (2 to 4 hours during peak season).
• This is an English-guided tour; some guides may also speak French or Spanish (not guaranteed).
• Summit access may be closed or limited due to technical or crowd-related reasons; if unplanned, a partial refund (difference between 2nd and top floor ticket) is provided.

Palace of Versailles

• Arrive 20 minutes before the start time.
• Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens info is available via the venue’s official document link provided on your voucher.
• Gardens close at 6pm from November to March and at 8:30pm from April to October.
• Children aged 0–5 enter free but must be included in your booking.

Inclusions #

• Timed entry to Versailles Palace

• Access to the Gardens and temporary exhibitions

• Access to the Estate of Trianon (Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and gardens, plus the Queen’s Hamlet)

• Access to the Gallery of Coaches and Royal Tennis Court

• Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

• 90-minute guided tour of the Eiffel Tower

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Small group between 10 to 20 guests

• Access to the 1st and 2nd floor

• Elevator access to the summit (as per option selected)

• 1-hour Seine River cruise (as per option selected)

Tick off Paris’s most iconic museum and palace in one smart-saver combo.

• What you get at the Louvre Museum: Enjoy timed entry during your reserved slot, with access to both the permanent and temporary collections. Once inside, explore the museum at your own pace.
• What you get at the Palace of Versailles: Get timed entry to the palace, along with access to the gardens, the Trianon Estate, and must-see sites like the Gallery of Coaches and the Royal Tennis Court.
• Why choose this combo: The Louvre brings you face-to-face with the world-famous masterpieces most first-time visitors come to Paris to see, while Versailles reveals the grandeur of French royalty through its palace and sprawling gardens. With timed entry at both attractions, visiting on separate days makes planning easier and your experience more relaxed.

Inclusions #

Louvre Museum

• Timed access to the Louvre

• Access to the permanent and temporary collections

Palace of Versailles

• Access to the Palace and gardens

• Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

• Access to Trianon Estate

• Access to Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court and temporary exhibitions

What's not allowed Louvre Museum

• Flash photography, artificial lighting, and selfie sticks
• Large bags or suitcases
• Re-entry

Palace of Versailles

• Baby strollers (inside the palace)
• Pets
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage (inside the palace)
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment (inside the palace)

Accessibility Louvre Museum

• Wheelchair and stroller accessible

Palace of Versailles

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not stroller accessible
• Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.

Additional information Louvre Museum

• Tickets are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
• Timed-entry tickets skip the ticket counter; mandatory security checks may take 15–30 minutes or longer.
• If your ticket includes an audio guide, download and activate it in advance; the last rental is at 4pm.
• From Oct 9 to early Nov, audioguides are available only in French, English, and Spanish.
• Entry is free for children under 18 and EU citizens under 25; free tickets must still be collected on-site or via the official website.
• Entry prices are based on nationality or country of residence, with separate rates for EEA visitors (EU countries, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein) and Non-EEA visitors.

Palace of Versailles

• Arrive 20 minutes before the start time.
• Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens info is shared via an official link on your voucher.
• Gardens close at 6pm from November to March, and at 8:30pm from April to October.
• Children aged 0–5 enter for free but must be included in your booking.

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace or gardens for security reasons.
• Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

• This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility due to extensive walking and limited step-free access.

Additional information

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
• For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.

Inclusions #

• Reserved access for Versailles Estate

• Entrance for the gardens

• Guided visit of the Palace

• Transport to and from Paris

• Guided visit of the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors

• Guided tour of the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and Queen’s Hamlet (as per option selected)

• Access to King's and Queen’s grand apartments (as per option selected)

Go beyond the main palace and unlock every side of Versailles, from royal grandeur to Marie-Antoinette’s private retreat.

• Everything you get: Step into Marie-Antoinette’s private world at the Estate of Trianon. Explore the Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon, and the storybook Queen’s Hamlet, along with their gardens, plus access to the temporary exhibitions for a complete, unrushed visit.
• Why choose this: This ticket opens the doors to the royals’ private world, where life unfolded beyond ceremony and court etiquette. At the Marie-Antoinette Estate, discover how the queen and the royal family spent their days relaxing at the Petit Trianon, entertaining in intimate leisure spaces, and escaping palace formality at the Queen’s Hamlet and its working farm—offering a rare, personal glimpse into royal life at Versailles.

Inclusions #

• Access to the Estate of Trianon (Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet and their gardens)

• Access to temporary exhibitions (e.g., The Grand Dauphin until 15 February 2026, 1725. Native American allies at the court of Louis XV until 3 May 2026)

• Access to the Gallery of Coaches every weekend

• Access to the Royal Tennis Court from Tuesday to Sunday

Exclusions #

• Access to the Versailles Palace

What's not allowed

• Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
• Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

• Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
• Toilet facilities around the palace.
• Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

• From July 2 to September 8, early opening at 10am.
• You may experience some waiting time at the security check at the entrance of the Estate
• Pick up an Estate of Trianon leaflet for free at the entrance.
• To make the most of your visit—the Gardens are open from 8am, the Estate of Trianon from noon, the Gallery of Coaches, and The Royal Tennis Court at 12:30pm.

What’s not allowed

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.

Versailles Palace

• Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
• Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
• Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Louvre Museum

• The museum is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Versailles Palace

• Lifts for all levels of the Versailles Palace.
• Flat benches are available to sit on in reception and museum areas.
• Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
• Toilet facilities around the palace.
• Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

Louvre Museum

• Kindly note that tickets can also be purchased through the venue, where pricing for a reserved time slot starts at 22€, subject to availability. Tickets are nominative and they cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
• 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

• For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
• Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
• 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

Dine at a historic canal-side restaurant and explore the entire Versailles estate in one visit.

• Everything you get at the Versailles Palace: Step into splendor with timed entry to the palace’s opulent halls and the Hall of Mirrors. Explore the gardens with fountains and sculptures, visit the charming Trianon Estate, and enjoy the seasonal Fountain or Musical show (between April and October) for a full royal experience.
• Everything you get at La Flottille: This charming, early-1900s brasserie echoes the 'guinguette' style of dining with a lake view. Choose a snack voucher for light bites like fresh fruit salads and artisanal cheeses, or a lunch voucher featuring fish and chips or Angus beef bavette. Kids get croque-monsieur, sausages with mash, and ice cream specially made for them.
• Why choose this: La Flottille sits inside the palace grounds, so you can dine without leaving the park. Overlooking the Grand Canal, its lush, green setting feels like a natural extension of the palace, with a playful kids’ menu to keep little ones happy.
• Upgrades: Opt for a €40 lunch voucher for a complete meal at La Flottille, or select the €20 snack voucher for a lighter bite.

Inclusions #

• Soft drinks at the restaurant

• Timed entry to the palace

• Access to the Trianon Estate

• Access to the gardens

• Access to the Fountain or Musical show (April to October only)

• €40 voucher for lunch at La Flottille (as per option selected)

• €20 voucher for snacks at La Flottille (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Extra items ordered at La Flottille outside the ticket menu

• Tips

What's not allowed

• Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
• Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
• Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Versailles estate

• Lifts for all levels of the Versailles Palace.
• Flat benches are available to sit on in the reception and museum areas.
• Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
• Toilet facilities around the palace.

La Flottille

• The toilets in the restaurant are accessible.

Additional information

Versailles estate

• For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
• Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
• 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).

La Flottille

• In order to eat at the restaurant, you must have a valid entry ticket to the Versailles Palace.
• The opening hours vary by the season: April to October, from 9am—6:30pm and November to March, from 9am—5pm.