Elevate your Versailles visit with expert-led tours that bring stories to life while ensuring you see all the must-visit highlights.
Elevate your Versailles visit with expert-led tours that bring stories to life while ensuring you see all the must-visit highlights.
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It was a lovely building that we wanted to see. Our guide Bo was very good and was able to bring us to semi quiet places to view the rooms. It is extremely crowded in the palace. I really enjoyed the history as I wasn't very familiar with it.
Loved our guide Not sure about Headout : would like to find an agency that provides a reminder. We booked so far in advance. Not their fault but we missed our Notre Dame/Citi/seine tour and Orsay tour because we were only slightly late not through our fault and they would not consider a refund or voucher for future tour.
The guide was brilliant and informative.
Despite the crowds, the guide managed to explain the essentials to us well
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The guide leader is knowledgeable and fun making it enjoyable.
The guide was knowledgeable and clear on his main subjects of the kings of France and the paintings in the palace. He was less informative on the building construction ,the work of the architect and the artisans ,how many staff there were,how they managed to feed the king and guests and of course the lack of toilet facilities
Steph was amazing. Not just knowledgeable, but really brought to life the Kings and Queen of France. She had an unique way of making the tour really enjoyable. The Palace, itself, is extremely impressive.
The palace and gardens are beautiful.Our guide was good,punctual and thorough considering it was only a 90-minute tour.
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We made an effort to arrive before the start time of the activity at the meeting point as we were required, to end up waiting an hour for people in the group who were not on time. The guide made quite a mess to access the palace, the recommendations and what she told us did not meet our expectations.
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The guide, despite not being an art expert (as a history and art teacher, I was expecting more in-depth information), managed to make the visit incredibly dynamic and engaging. He was friendly and attentive to young and old alike. He did something that I think is very good: he generated "mystery" so that we would want to research more about certain details about the space.
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Our tour guide was great, but the palace was overbooked and we had to wait in each room until the previous tour moves out. Wasted a lot of time waiting.
Caroline the guide was excellent! Not only explaining the experience, but also guiding the whole group, which is not easy! Particularly she helped me to leave in security a gift that I had been given, a bottle of cognac that I could not enter. She was a total sweetheart and so much wisdom! I am looking forward to coming back! I will do it and I will recommend you to all my friends.
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The ticketing was easy with Headout, and the tour guide was very good and knowledgeable. The only issue I have is that, when purchasing the tickets, it was advertised as "groups of 15 persons or less". We had 21 people in our group, which made it a bit unwieldy with the other crowds present. I felt a bit taken advantage of because of the group size.
Small private group, guide very knowledgeable about history and very good explanations. We are privileged to have a self-guided tour. Very interesting and I recommend it.
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The private tour was good and worth the money. However you could not visit any where else apart from the house. I had to pay again to visit the garden, wifi signal was poor and took over 40mins to do, the queues were huge. Also had to pay extra to visit the other areas of Versailles, however the ticket I bought did not say that. I would appreciate if you would clearly state what is and what isn't included in the ticket. As I could have downloaded the tickets I needed prior to my visit and saved alot of hassel and queuing.
It was very well organised and explained. I booked my ticket online and found my guide easily and on time.The guide was very informative. Booking my Versailles ticket in advance was very straightforward. I was so glad I did it as fellow travellers arriving on the day we're unable to book tickets for the Palace of Versailles as all the tours were fully booked. I wou,d certainly use the company again on any future trips.
The audio guide was not available at first. Our guide took 45 min to get this sorted out. In addition, there were problems with other people's tickets (no ticket booked for the children). As a result, we were only able to enter the Palace 1h30-2h later than planned.
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Competent guide, able to hold attention and adapt to the type of visitors. Despite the large turnout, he managed to keep the group together and grasp the different needs.
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Excellent guide that made us feel as if we were there to visit the King. Very personable and easy to understand with audio enhancement. Great experience.
Our tour guide, Laura, was phenomenal. She brought so much passion and knowledge and an upbeat attitude, we all clapped at the end for her efforts. Give her a raise.
Our guide was super interesting and pleasant. A real historian. Pleasant, approachable person. However, please understand that if you take a ticket at 1:30 pm, you can't go back before that time to visit the gardens or anything else... Our only downside was that we couldn't visit the opera house because of a concert scheduled for the evening. In short, the information was of a high quality, with the minor disappointment that the tour was not complete. If you don't have a full day at Versailles, take a guided tour to avoid the crowds.
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The guide was great and captivated my child. The knowledge and anecdotes were right on the mark and helped us understand the arhmosphere of the time.
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We had a great experience and loved our guide. Very informative and thorough. Group was pretty small and loved the overall tour. Thank you!
The tour and the information provided by the guide were very good. Good instructions when checking in at Secure via the headset. Good that it was often repeated what to do. Very good description of the meeting point. But: Please send a message to the Palace of Versailles that too many people are being let in. It was terribly cramped. A pushing and shoving. I often couldn't see anything and couldn't breathe.
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Our guide was very entertaining and the meet point a good choice . Versailles was a fantastic location and the grounds spectacular
Reserved entry to the Palace at your selected time with the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
Reserved entry to the Palace at your selected time with the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
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If you like history, then it's definitely worth a visit. We enjoyed the whole experience from the gardens to the Palace itself. Would definitely recommend.
We let ourselves be transported by French history in this sumptuous château. The Versailles garden is the most beautiful in the world. We'll be back.
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The experience with the site was good, it's very intuitive, just follow the steps you can purchase your tickets and when the time comes they will tell you exactly what to do, directions, time entry, tips...
Everything was fine with the ticket and the service, they even called to make sure I didn't have any questions. I received the ticket again via WhatsApp the day before, so everything was really on the safe side. The castle itself is overrated for me, there are more beautiful places in Paris and the surrounding area. The garden is beautiful and really worth seeing and lovingly designed.
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See awesome pics. Ticket were cheaper than many places entrance was smooth and yes inside is super beautiful from historical perspective and painting lovers! The details are awesome
The Palace was beautiful. This app has easy access to all tickets when purchased. Love it! Will definitely use on more trips.
Parking at the palace was easy. The line for entry moved very quickly and the staff were very nice. Versailles was magnificent! The history and beauty just astound.
The Palace is beautiful, we didn't have an audio guide so we made do, too bad about the carriage part that closes early and we didn't see it
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Versailles is a must see destination. The transportation was very comfortable and convenient. The tour bus narrator was very communicative and spoke several languages. Angelina's restaurant was so good. The food was delicious and not too expensive.
Everything went well. Perfect organization
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Had a wonderful time and lunch
Top,very nice museum and castle
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Quick and perfect like clockwork!
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A lot of history, memories and just imagining how it was all built is south of real...
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Fast entry. Enough space for visitors. Beautiful gardens and music of orchestra in park.
Greatness and beauty of the palace, but it would be perfect if the various fountains had working water
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Quick entry, friendly staff, everything well maintained.
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Everything was very good, staff, transportation, service in general met my expectation !!!!
I loved it, buying the tickets was super easy. And the experience was fantastic
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Very good, everything organized and fast.
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Spectacular. Beautiful castle not to be missed!
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Evrithing is very nice. Beutiful myseum .
Excellent purchase process and the arrival at the palace, wait in line for 20 minutes and get in, highly recommended.
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It was a fantastic experience 😃 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
Not too much waiting, very well organized, a nice visit. It's been a long time since I've been here.
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Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.
Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.
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Versailles is a must see destination. The transportation was very comfortable and convenient. The tour bus narrator was very communicative and spoke several languages. Angelina's restaurant was so good. The food was delicious and not too expensive.
Everything was very good, staff, transportation, service in general met my expectation !!!!
Very good guide, important information and safe travel.
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The schedule was well organized, but the tour of the castle itself was very stressful and, in our opinion, too short.
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We were scheduled to leave Paris at 1100. We were about 15 minutes late in departing the meeting point. Our tickets were for 1130. We didn't get into line until 1200. It took an additional 30 minutes to get inside. That gave us less than 2 hours to tour the building and grounds. I would take the metro next time.
Beautiful experience, museum too crowded and thus experience somewhat penalized. Nothing to say about facility and reception
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There was no tour guide, nobody gave us any information. We were just taken there and we were given a sticker telling us when our bus was going back. That was all. We got the audio guide ourselves
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It was great that we had a guide and transport included. However, the time was not well organised and we had less than an hour for the gardens. It was not enough!
The guide Elizabeth was very good and the group was organized perfectly. Crowds cannot be controlled (too many people) but the rest was splendid.
The transportation was good. You don't have enough time on site to see everything. Unfortunately, 2 1/2 hours is not enough for the castle and gardens.
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Very well organised. Alexandra was very good and good knowledge of history and place. She explained everything very well .
Amazing I should have booked the longer one, had 1 hour to go around the garden and it was very short but my mistake, book the long one it's really worth it if you like to relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens, Will go back with this company for sure
It would have been nice to receive more information about the whole process. There was no information that we could have had an audio guide, and certainly not in German Nobody actually knew where to stand on the return journey. Some passengers asked us if we knew where the bus was picking us up. Just getting a sticker for the return journey without any real information....Very unfortunate. I would not book through Headout again.
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I loved the experience! The best trip of my life. It's a shame it was so short. The palace is huge and the gardens are immense. It deserves more time.
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The powers itself was super super crowded he was like being on the Metro at rush hour period however we rented a golf cart got out into the gardens and have a great experience but didn't have enough time because we were stuck inside the palace for soul
An easy pick up and drop off. The time spent in the palace was ample. Next time we'd upgrade so there would be enough time for the gardens too.
The time at the venue was to short.
Punctuality and order. Central meeting point.
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our ticketing experience with headout was good we had no problems and everything was explained properly.
Very good service and comfort of the transfer
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Amazing palace, stunning gardens- brilliant for a day out!!!
The palace and gardens were a wonderful to see.
The tour was enjoyable, knowledgeable!
The gardens were very beautiful.
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Very wonderful, beautiful and nice garden!
Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private chambers of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private chambers of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
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Just overcrowded , plus prices of souvenirs are too expensive. I felt I should have paid 50 euros or so but why do I got a 75 euro bill , not sure what happen at the cash register
The tour was great. The rest was awful. We visited 22 years ago and had a lovely time - even though it was November. This time, there were way too many people, you charged separately for the gardens which did not include Petit Trianon. This was an absolute rip-off especially since you didn't even have the fountains working in the garden! On a gorgeous and hot spring day, you didn't have the fountains on. Incredibly disappointing. I will not return to Versailles in the future and will spread this review amongst my friends and anyone who asks me.
Small private group, guide very knowledgeable about history and very good explanations. We are privileged to have a self-guided tour. Very interesting and I recommend it.
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The tour guide was great and I really enjoyed the experience of seeing the extra rooms, especially the chapel & explanations of their uses. I've always been hesitant to do these larger group tours, but actually really enjoyed it.
As countrymen of Louis XV's wife, we are very pleased with this opportunity to see Versailles. An exceptionally interesting trip, the opportunity to meet French kings privately is a rare privilege, and the guide spoke interestingly, with a sense of humor and knowledge. We would gladly repeat this with another part of Versailles on another occasion. Thank you. Zuzanna and Waldemar de Pologne... :-)
The tour itself was fine. However, the google maps reference in the emali took us to the wrong location on the other side of the building. Once we saw the image for the meeting point in the email and relocated, there was no reference to the fact that we could meet inside the building. Eight of the visitors were waiting outside and then were quite abruptly dealt with when one of us went inside and relised the error.
Our guide was super interesting and pleasant. A real historian. Pleasant, approachable person. However, please understand that if you take a ticket at 1:30 pm, you can't go back before that time to visit the gardens or anything else... Our only downside was that we couldn't visit the opera house because of a concert scheduled for the evening. In short, the information was of a high quality, with the minor disappointment that the tour was not complete. If you don't have a full day at Versailles, take a guided tour to avoid the crowds.
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The guide was great and captivated my child. The knowledge and anecdotes were right on the mark and helped us understand the arhmosphere of the time.
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Very interesting the guide's expertise and ability to make the modus vivendi understood and not just an aseptic explanation.
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The guided tour of the private apartments was very good and our guide, Tatiana, very interesting and experienced. Then, the experience was less satisfying; far too many people in the ceremonial rooms. We passed through without really seeing the rooms, following the tide of people. Then we were refused access to the Gardens, on the pretext that our ticket didn't include it. visit. However, in the title of the reservation, and the price paid, it was clearly written: with full access to the Palais and the Gardens. Disappointment, incomprehension and injustice, since that's what we had booked...
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Our guide put her heart and soul into the tour. She used the 90 minutes as effectively as possible to show our group as much as possible. I particularly liked the fact that the children who were there were motivated to follow the tour with interest by asking lots of questions! Thank you very much for this wonderful and interesting time!
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The tour we booked was great. A competent tour with a very nice guide. We were glad to have been part of a small group and to have had time to enjoy ourselves away from the general hustle and bustle. After the tour was over, we were able to explore the rest on our own. We were pushed through the rest of the rooms like cattle. That was not nice. But that's not the guide's fault. There are just too many inconsiderate visitors.
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According to the description, you can walk through the gardens of the castle. However, access to the gardens was not included. We did not get admission.
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Guided tour was interesting with the stories and behind the scene looks was fascinating! Very happy I chose the tour! Staff was helpful to guide me to the checkin location. Tickets were easy to access on the app, all over great experience!
Superb visit to an incredible place Top-notch guide and the icing on the cake: we had time to go into the chapel! An incredibly instructive moment Guided by a real enthusiast!
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I enjoyed seeing the back side of the Palace of Versailles. The guide spoke slowly and in easy-to-understand English, so even a Japanese with an intermediate level of English could understand. It was difficult to find the meeting place, and it would have been easier to understand if there was a picture of the entrance of the building. The meeting place is on the first floor of the building.
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Exclusive tour of a special place by a guide with explanations and anecdotes about history away from the crowds.
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The guide very professional. The gardens a splendor to be amazed by
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We were refused entry to the gardens so I consider that I paid far too much for my access!!!!
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see the small apartments with a friendly, knowledgeable tour guide
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Great tour, the guide was great
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The tour guide had a wealth of knowledge about the inhabitants of the castle and gave us plenty of information.
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Pullman Paris
Arrive at the start point of the Pullman Paris hotel located near the Eiffel Tower. Meet your guide at the Eiffel Tower and board an air-conditioned coach for a hassle-free transfer to Versailles.
18 km
31 minutes
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Palace of Versailles
120 min
Tickets included
Arrive at the Palace of Versailles -- a masterpiece of Baroque architecture during the reign of the Sun King Louis XIV. Be welcomed by its grand entrance with its golden gates and imposing statues. Once inside - explore the Hall of Mirrors and the State Apartments, adorned with gilded details. Then, head forward to Petit Trianon -- the private retreat of Marie Antoinette.
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Petit Trianon
120 min
Tickets included
Step into a hidden world away from the palace crowds, that was accessible only to royalty and their trusted confidantes. Follow Marie Antoinette's path, through her English gardens and into her elegantly preserved home. The true treasure, however, is her private theater, a 'hidden jewel' where she entertained a select few.
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Queen's Hamlet
60 min
Tickets included
Next, view Marie Antoinette's desire for a rustic lifestyle at the Trianon. Explore her Hamlet, a meticulously crafted Normandy village, with thatched cottages and vegetable gardens. This was her sanctuary, where she could play the role of a shepherdess, surrounded by farm animals, far removed from the palace's rigid etiquette.
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Palace of Versailles
15 min
Tickets included
Head back to the Palace from the Queen's Hamlet and prepare to be immersed once more in its opulent atmosphere. Enjoy a final view of the sprawling gardens and the golden rays of the setting sun as you prepare to head back to Paris City.
31 km
20 minutes
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Step into Marie-Antoinette's fairytale world of rustic cottages and luxuriant gardens.
Step into Marie-Antoinette's fairytale world of rustic cottages and luxuriant gardens.
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The trip was good, but we were disappointed that there was no German or French language on offer. On the website it says multilingual. At least a French or German audio guide should be available from the English-speaking tour guide.
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The palace was great. Would have liked more time inside. The gardens were beautiful but nothing in bloom and chilly day, so just sat around till time to leave after a little walk. No commentary on or back from palace. Headphone interference constantly. Wouldn't recommend this one tour but be sure to go.
Hello the experience itself was good but the return to Paris was a bit mess There were absolutely no people managing buses, no crew on the parking (5:50 pm ) and we had to check every bus ourselves asking drivers to figure out which one can take us back.
I ended up having to buy train ride tickets after the guide did not provide and the help desk girl could not resolve after an hour of waiting. Now I'm stuck trying to get a refund. Robert Greaney. Firsttee@prodigy.net
Versailles is a lovely place, but we didn't skip the lines, our "guide" took us quickly through the chateau but then discarded us to find our way to the hameau de la reine and the petit trianon which we NEVER found! Very disappointing trip.
I did not have an experience at all! I apparently went to the wrong meeting place and missed the bus!!! I found 3 potential meeting places on my ticket info. I tried to call but number was busy. Tried to send a message but would not accept. So I had to book with another company the next day. I will not recommend Headout but will tell people to book directly with the provider, NOT a broker! Do you book with 3 providers thus 3 different meeting places??? Just out the money. Excellent experience with Paris City Vision who book and provide the tour with 1 meeting place.
the ticket was somehow on the wrong date. i wasnt in paris until 3 weeks later. they werent able to change the tickets.
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On the day of the tickets there was an event so we were evicted from the gardens at 5:30 pm.
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Super nice. Expensive, but worth it!
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Fireworks barely visible to the eye... Not all the fountains were lit... To drink a flute of champagne for 50€ without even having a little shelter for the rain is scandalous... In short, very disappointed for the price!
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Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats, beyond the Palace.
Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats, beyond the Palace.
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The stuff was Super 🤩 The way all the thing smell old was so cute. I didn't like one thing, exit from the gardens of trianon is so confusing, need to walk too much, need to make it simplier, bcs tourists need full energy to explore whole Versailles.
The Trianon and the gardens were truly beautiful. We paid extra for audioguides as we had not downloaded the app. We did have to pay for the main Versailles gardens to access and walk through from the main entrance, however it would have been easier to walk around the estate and see a little more of the 'town' area of Versailles, which we did on our way back.
The experience went very well. We were delighted to discover both the gardens and the grounds of this historic site.
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So beautiful Marie-Antoinette village!
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No waiting, very friendly staff and an incredible location.
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Fantastic experience. We had to pay extra for the gardens, but it was worth it!
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I wound up not making it because I got on the wrong train and didn't get there in time to do the experi
The site is superb and well worth a visit, especially when the weather is perfect. On the other hand, the term "coupe file" in the headout ticket is incorrect. There is no such option on the Versailles tours.
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It was a beautiful experience and everything is beautiful, I think I'll do it again next time, thanks 🤩
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One ticket, two iconic sites—unlock a special discount to explore France's iconic museum and royal legacy.
One ticket, two iconic sites—unlock a special discount to explore France's iconic museum and royal legacy.
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Louvre Museum
Palace of Versailles
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Versailles Palace
If you like history, then it's definitely worth a visit. We enjoyed the whole experience from the gardens to the Palace itself. Would definitely recommend.
We let ourselves be transported by French history in this sumptuous château. The Versailles garden is the most beautiful in the world. We'll be back.
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The organization of the waiting time and the detailed communication of how the visit was organized,allowed us not to have exhausting waiting times. Very detailed audio guide for important works. Only thing is the tickets arrive at the last and no one responds to emails....anxiety as a tourist
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The experience with the site was good, it's very intuitive, just follow the steps you can purchase your tickets and when the time comes they will tell you exactly what to do, directions, time entry, tips...
Everything was fine with the ticket and the service, they even called to make sure I didn't have any questions. I received the ticket again via WhatsApp the day before, so everything was really on the safe side. The castle itself is overrated for me, there are more beautiful places in Paris and the surrounding area. The garden is beautiful and really worth seeing and lovingly designed.
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Everything was absolutely amazing except the audio part. It was too confusing. I thought my purchased ticket covered the audio, but it didn't. I downloaded the audio, not once, but twice and it didn't work. Otherwise, our trip there was Amazing!! We loved it. I saw the Mona Lisa in person! Beautiful museum!
Everything went well. Perfect organization
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Had a wonderful time and lunch
Top,very nice museum and castle
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A lot of history, memories and just imagining how it was all built is south of real...
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Fast entry. Enough space for visitors. Beautiful gardens and music of orchestra in park.
Exhibits were enormous and good
Greatness and beauty of the palace, but it would be perfect if the various fountains had working water
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Quick entry, friendly staff, everything well maintained.
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I loved it, buying the tickets was super easy. And the experience was fantastic
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Very good, everything organized and fast.
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Evrithing is very nice. Beutiful myseum .
It was a fantastic experience 😃 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
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It was not clear I thought I purchased an audio guide with my ticket. I stood in a long line up to receive my audio guide Then when one was was not provided, I had to stand in another line to get an audio guide that was no longer available as many were broken and they were sold out. The Louvre exhibits were lovely and iconic. The W/C' were dirty and not well attendee's and not enough for the venue
Everything worked perfectly. No waiting time at the entrance, individual tour of the palace, then through the gardens. The only unpleasant thing was that, with two exceptions, the fountains were not (yet) turned on. All in all, a wonderful day in a historic place.
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Very nice to see! I recommend it because if you go to paris it deserves it! The only thing the audio guide we didn't use because it only explained you 5/6 paintings and that's it!
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Had booked a time slot, still came in 1 h later, at least they could have said something about it!!!! Otherwise it's wonderful there! You've often seen it in movies and now live!
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Reliving the moments of history. I did not like the lack of information. Going in at 3:30 pm they could have communicated that the trianon closed at 6:45 pm at least we would have gone to the trianon first and then to the gardens.
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Everything worked perfectly. Tickets, admission and organization on site. We visited the Louvre in the morning and the Palace of Versailles in the afternoon. We had plenty of time. Top!
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Central Paris
Your day begins with an early departure from central Paris. The comfortable coach ride lasts around 75 minutes, taking you through the scenic French countryside. During this time, your guide will share fascinating insights about the history of the regions you're passing through, setting the stage for the day ahead.
75 minutes
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Fondation Claude Monet
2 attractions
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Once the peaceful retreat of Claude Monet, this charming pink house and its blooming gardens in Giverny inspired some of the most iconic paintings in art history. But what is it about Monet’s Garden and House that continues to enchant millions each year? Let’s take a closer look.
1. Clos Normand
Tickets included
Arrive in Giverny and enjoy a guided tour of Monet’s famous gardens. Your expert guide will lead you through the stunning Clos Normand and Japanese gardens, sharing stories and insights about how Monet was inspired by these beautiful surroundings. Learn about the plants and flowers Monet featured in his famous paintings, including the water lilies.
2. House of Claude Monet
90 min
Tickets included
Next, visit Claude Monet’s iconic house, where the artist lived for over 40 years. You’ll explore the colorful rooms and discover the vibrant personal décor that influenced his art. As groups are not allowed inside, you’ll have free time to explore the house on your own at your own pace.
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Claude Monet's Tomb
Tickets included
Head to the peaceful Église Sainte-Radegonde in Giverny, where Claude Monet is buried. Spend some time reflecting at his tomb, as your guide shares more about Monet’s life, his impact on the world of art, and the significance of his final resting place.
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Giverny Village
Following your visit to Monet's house, gardens, and tomb, enjoy free time in the village of Giverny. Take the opportunity to explore the charming streets, grab a coffee at a local café, or shop for art-inspired souvenirs. This is your chance to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the village at your own pace.
64 km
60 minutes
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Palace of Versailles
Tickets included
Built as a hunting lodge in 1623, the Versailles Palace evolved into the seat of the French monarchy, then a museum, until the French Revolution forced the royal family to leave in 1789. In 1979, the Palace was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its influence on architecture and landscape design development.
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Versailles Gardens
Tickets included
After your guided tour of the palace, you’ll have 2 hours to explore the expansive Versailles Gardens at your own pace. Wander through the meticulously manicured lawns, fountains, and sculptures, or take a quiet walk through the flowerbeds.
75 minutes
6
Central Paris
One ticket, 2 iconic sites—explore the architecture of Versailles and the art of Giverny Gardens.
One ticket, 2 iconic sites—explore the architecture of Versailles and the art of Giverny Gardens.
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Clair was wonderfully enthusiastic, and extremely knowledgeable about Giverny, Monet, Versailles, and French history/culture. Lunch was very tasty, comfortable, and relaxing. Bus ride was also comfortable and smooth.
This was the most amazing tour and I'm only bummed that it couldn't be longer. The weather was on our side and it didn't rain except during points when we were on the bus or inside. And our tour guide Alex was the best! She knew everything about Monet and the Palace and brought us to the best lunch. Of course the highlights were the sights of Giverny and Monet's gardens, though there weren't any water lilies unfortunately. And the Palace was exquisite, though crowded. Completely worth every penny!
I thought the guide was too America centric and talked a lot about nothing. Was generally annoying. Sadly the venues are suffering from over tourism. I wanted to hear what the events had an affect on France. Not America.
There was no one at the meeting point. Half an hour waiting and the bus or someone from the company did not show up. We asked at the Hyatt and neighbors and they told us it was not there. In short, the service was not provided and it seems that it was a ghost agency because no one knew how to explain it to us. We lost the opportunity to visit Versailles because we relied on the reservation that could never be used and there were no more tickets available at the palace itself. It was a pity to buy on the web.
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Comfortable coach, well organised tour with clear instructions from Headout. Particularly LOVED our guide Severine at the Palace of Versailles. Swooned when I walked through MONET'S garden and house. Giverney is a gorgeous village.
The tour itself and our guide were great. Good to have an option to visit as many places as possible if you're traveling for a short period of time. I would like to stay longer in Versailles though. Thecritical thing about the tour is that I had confusing information about 2 mewting points in my ticket. 2 agents from Headout confirmed the one that apparently was weong. Due to the Olympics, it was changed. But I connected with ith the tour organizers and ended up to the right direction. Otherwise I could miss the experience. It would be frustrating.
It was great to find a tour that included two key sites in one day trip. Many available are one or the other and when you are travelling you often have limited time so finding a way to put them both together definitely was a highlight. Both tours were run by different tour guides, and the tour at the palace of Versailles was run by such an expert in the field it was fantastic to have someone so passionate showing us around. Tips for anyone taking this tour: - if you want to save money you can bring a packed lunch pretty easily as there is no designated meal time. That's at your own discretion - it starts early and we don't stop for your own time until midday so definitely eat breakfast beforehand or bring snacks - Monets house was packed so do that first before you even look at the gardens otherwise you may miss out - bring a hat if it is spring or summer especially - there is water available to purchase but bring your own - the location they drop you off afterwards is different to pickup and they didn't give us that location. It made it a little harder for us to return to our hotel after as it was further away and we didn't know. Not a deal breaker but don't plan anything afterwards to give you extra time to travel at the end
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A complete Versailles experience—estate and meal included.
A complete Versailles experience—estate and meal included.
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Versailles Palace
La Flottille
If you like history, then it's definitely worth a visit. We enjoyed the whole experience from the gardens to the Palace itself. Would definitely recommend.
We let ourselves be transported by French history in this sumptuous château. The Versailles garden is the most beautiful in the world. We'll be back.
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The experience with the site was good, it's very intuitive, just follow the steps you can purchase your tickets and when the time comes they will tell you exactly what to do, directions, time entry, tips...
Everything was fine with the ticket and the service, they even called to make sure I didn't have any questions. I received the ticket again via WhatsApp the day before, so everything was really on the safe side. The castle itself is overrated for me, there are more beautiful places in Paris and the surrounding area. The garden is beautiful and really worth seeing and lovingly designed.
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Everything went well. Perfect organization
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Had a wonderful time and lunch
Top,very nice museum and castle
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A lot of history, memories and just imagining how it was all built is south of real...
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Fast entry. Enough space for visitors. Beautiful gardens and music of orchestra in park.
Greatness and beauty of the palace, but it would be perfect if the various fountains had working water
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Quick entry, friendly staff, everything well maintained.
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I loved it, buying the tickets was super easy. And the experience was fantastic
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Very good, everything organized and fast.
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Evrithing is very nice. Beutiful myseum .
It was a fantastic experience 😃 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
Everything worked perfectly. No waiting time at the entrance, individual tour of the palace, then through the gardens. The only unpleasant thing was that, with two exceptions, the fountains were not (yet) turned on. All in all, a wonderful day in a historic place.
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Had booked a time slot, still came in 1 h later, at least they could have said something about it!!!! Otherwise it's wonderful there! You've often seen it in movies and now live!
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Reliving the moments of history. I did not like the lack of information. Going in at 3:30 pm they could have communicated that the trianon closed at 6:45 pm at least we would have gone to the trianon first and then to the gardens.
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We had to queue for quite a while due to a "strike" no apologies. Waited and queued for a long long time for just a cup of tea - suggest a separate place for visitors only wanting a drink! Alot of time wasted queuing- apart from the above it is a stunning Palace!
We loved everything about the trip. Easy to access, easy to get into all areas, pleanty of room to see everything you wanted to see. Gardens were stunning, musical displays were amazing and Marie Antoinette's area was THE best. All I would say is that 1 visit is nowhere near enough!!!
The palace and gardens were amazing. The gardens were huge and a person could spend hours exploring them and still not see them all, the flowers in the front garden were sadly finished and not all the fountains were on but still very beautiful place to walk around
Magnificent palace and grounds which showed the spleandor and power of the monarchies in France. Organisation of entry was very good given the large crowds waiting for access. Representatives were courteaus and efficient and our entry was seamless. Large crowds in the palace made movement somewhat restrictive but to be expected and did not detract from our excellent overall experiencew
It's was our first time to Versailles and we were a little apprehensive, having heard so much about long waiting time and restricted entry. The pre booked tickets and advice from Headout made our visit both easy and stress free. Highly recommended, Fergus & Delia Foley. Ireland.
Everything went well with the tickets. But despite the time slot from 1.30 pm, it was extremely crowded. Next time I will book a later appointment. There was hardly anyone queuing in the late afternoon. It was disappointing that almost all the fountains were turned off. Only two small ones bubbled briefly and there were only the huge lawns and no flowers were planted at all
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The good fortune of having a very sunny day enhanced the beauty of the gardens..which we visited before and after visiting the castle. The castle is stunning, as always very crowded but really worth a visit.
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Located roughly 15 kilometers from Paris, the Palace of Versailles has a travel time of 40 minutes via the train RER C line. You can also take a bus or a car, though these options may take slightly longer depending on traffic conditions.
Plan your visit to the Palace of VersaillesPalace of Versailles offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of French royalty, particularly that of King Louis XIV, the "Sun King." Explore the palace's lavishly decorated halls, wander through the iconic Hall of Mirrors, and lose yourself in the sprawling gardens, a masterpiece of French landscaping.
Experience the best of both worlds! Enjoy the tour with an expert guide for in-depth historical insights, or explore independently with priority access and audio guides for a more personalized experience. Discover the palace's key sites and return to Paris with time to spare.
More about guided tours at the PalaceLooking for more? Explore the Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet, Marie Antoinette's charming retreat away from the Palace opulence. Or, delve into the history of the French monarchy at the Palace of Fontainebleau, another royal residence within easy reach of Paris.
Explore the Trianon EstateIncludes:
Priority entrance tickets to the Palace of Versailles,
Round-trip bus transfers from Paris,
Optional add-ons: Tri-lingual tour host, audio guide in 11 languages, access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only), entry to the Trianon Estate
Recommended duration: 3 - 7 hrs
Tickets from: $91.66
Includes:
Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
Skip-the-line entry to the palace
Round-trip transfers from Paris
Optional add-ons: Guided tour of the Gardens, headphones
Recommended duration: 3 - 5 hrs
Tickets from: $97.84
By Train (RER C Line)
The most popular option is to take the RER C Line from Paris's central stations (such as Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame or Invalides) to Versailles-Rive Gauche or Versailles-Château Rive Gauche. It's a convenient and efficient way to reach the palace, with frequent departures throughout the day.
Note: During peak season and weekends, trains can get crowded. Consider purchasing a Navigo Découverte pass for unlimited travel on the RER and other public transport within Paris.
Several bus lines (such as the 171 and 172) connect Paris to Versailles. This option is more affordable than the train, but journey times can be longer due to traffic.
Note: Check bus schedules and routes in advance, as they may vary depending on the time of year and day.
Note: Traffic can be heavy, especially during peak season and weekends. Parking spaces at the palace can be limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.
Plan your Palace of Versailles visitThis bustling market, one of the oldest in France, offers a sensory feast. Stroll through the covered halls and outdoor stalls, sampling regional cheeses, fresh produce, and artisanal products. It's a fantastic place to experience local life and pick up souvenirs. On Sundays, the market expands, featuring antiques and vintage items.
This historic street, located near the palace, is full of character. Explore its boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Enjoy a pastry or coffee while soaking in the atmosphere. It's a perfect place for a leisurely walk and to escape the crowds.
Step into an authentic 18th-century mansion and see how the residents of Versailles lived then. Admire collections of period furniture, paintings, and decorative arts, a contrast gain a unique perspective on life beyond the palace walls.
Rent a bike and ride along the tree-lined banks of the Canal Grande. This canal was built for boating events during the royal era, where you can enjoy the views of the palace gardens from a different perspective.
The Palace of Versailles is located about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) southwest of Paris.
Train: The most convenient option is the RER C line, offering frequent departures and a quick journey.
The Palace of Versailles is a unique and iconic destination, offering a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of French royalty. Other nearby attractions, such as the Palace of Fontainebleau or the Château de Chantilly, offer different perspectives on French history and architecture.
It's possible to visit the Palace of Versailles and another nearby attraction in one day, but it will require careful planning and a tight schedule.
Combining the Palace with other attractions can be tiring, especially if you plan to spend a significant amount of time at each location. Consider prioritizing your must-see destinations.
Guided tours offer valuable insights into the history and architecture of the Palace of Versailles. They can enhance your experience, especially if you're interested in learning more about the French monarchy.
There are restaurants and cafes within the palace grounds and nearby where you can enjoy a meal. However, it's always a good idea to bring some snacks and water, especially if you plan to spend a significant amount of time exploring.
The weather in Versailles can vary, so check the forecast before your visit. Dress comfortably and consider bringing a light jacket or sweater, as some areas within the palace can be cool.
Yes, children are welcome at the Palace of Versailles. However, be mindful of the palace's rules and regulations.
Yes, you can customize your itinerary based on your interests and time constraints. You can choose to focus on specific areas of the palace, explore the gardens, or visit the Petit Trianon.
The Palace of Versailles is generally accessible for people with limited mobility, with ramps and elevators available in many areas. However, some areas may still present challenges.
It's advisable to book tickets and tours in advance, especially during peak season, to secure your preferred dates and times.