Guided Tours

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Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

Elevate your Versailles visit with expert-led tours that bring stories to life while ensuring you see all the must-visit highlights.

Everything you get: Skip-the-ticket-line and enter through a separate entrance with your expert multilingual guide. As you walk through the Palace and its iconic spaces, learn about its history and architecture.
After, stroll through the French-style gardens designed by André Le Nôtre or the expansive Park featuring the Grand Canal and the Lake of the Swiss Guards.
Why choose this: A deeper dive into the Versailles Palace's history, architecture, and role in World War I and the French Revolution, brought to life with expert storytelling.
Upgrades: Explore beyond the main palace by upgrading to a passport ticket, granting access to the Trianon Estate—the royals’ private residences set apart as a retreat from Versailles’ grandeur, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond official duties.
Visiting between April and October? Catch a fountain or musical show in the Gardens, a stunning choreography of Baroque music and water displays.
Extend your experience with an exclusive guided tour of the King's Private Apartments, designed for intimate use and accessible only with a guide. Here, Louis XVI welcomed Benjamin Franklin in 1778, and Mozart performed a private concert in 1763.

Elevate your Versailles visit with expert-led tours that bring stories to life while ensuring you see all the must-visit highlights.

Everything you get: Skip-the-ticket-line and enter through a separate entrance with your expert multilingual guide. As you walk through the Palace and its iconic spaces, learn about its history and architecture.
After, stroll through the French-style gardens designed by André Le Nôtre or the expansive Park featuring the Grand Canal and the Lake of the Swiss Guards.
Why choose this: A deeper dive into the Versailles Palace's history, architecture, and role in World War I and the French Revolution, brought to life with expert storytelling.
Upgrades: Explore beyond the main palace by upgrading to a passport ticket, granting access to the Trianon Estate—the royals’ private residences set apart as a retreat from Versailles’ grandeur, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond official duties.
Visiting between April and October? Catch a fountain or musical show in the Gardens, a stunning choreography of Baroque music and water displays.
Extend your experience with an exclusive guided tour of the King's Private Apartments, designed for intimate use and accessible only with a guide. Here, Louis XVI welcomed Benjamin Franklin in 1778, and Mozart performed a private concert in 1763.

Inclusions

90-minute guided tour of the palace
90-minute guided tour of the estate (as per option selected)
90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment (as per option selected)
Professional English/French/Italian-speaking guide
Access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only) (as per the option selected)

Exclusions

Transportation

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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1 hr. 30 min. - 1 hr. 45 min.

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Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

Reserved entry to the Palace at your selected time with the flexibility to explore at your own pace.

Everything you get: Step into the opulence of Versailles with timed entry to the Palace and explore the lavish Grand King's Apartment, the iconic Hall of Mirrors, and ongoing exhibitions.
Wander through the vast Versailles Park, and from November to March, enjoy complimentary access to the Gardens.
Why choose this: A self-paced exploration allows great flexibility in building your itinerary. Spend time on what interests you—history, art, or architecture.
Upgrades: Extend your experience and explore beyond the main palace by upgrading to a passport ticket, granting access to the Trianon Estate—the royals’ private residences set apart as a retreat from Versailles’ grandeur, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond official duties.
Visiting between April and October? Catch a fountain or musical show in the Gardens, a stunning choreography of Baroque music and water displays.

Reserved entry to the Palace at your selected time with the flexibility to explore at your own pace.

Everything you get: Step into the opulence of Versailles with timed entry to the Palace and explore the lavish Grand King's Apartment, the iconic Hall of Mirrors, and ongoing exhibitions.
Wander through the vast Versailles Park, and from November to March, enjoy complimentary access to the Gardens.
Why choose this: A self-paced exploration allows great flexibility in building your itinerary. Spend time on what interests you—history, art, or architecture.
Upgrades: Extend your experience and explore beyond the main palace by upgrading to a passport ticket, granting access to the Trianon Estate—the royals’ private residences set apart as a retreat from Versailles’ grandeur, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond official duties.
Visiting between April and October? Catch a fountain or musical show in the Gardens, a stunning choreography of Baroque music and water displays.

Inclusions

Timed entry to the palace
Access to the Trianon Estate (as per option selected)
Access to the musical gardens & fountain shows (as per option selected)
Tea at Ore restaurant (as per option selected)
Round-trip transfers from Paris (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Live guide
- Access to the King's Private Apartments

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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Flexible duration

Transfers included

Day Trips

4.3(0)

From Paris: Palace of Versailles Tickets & Tours with Transfers

Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach from Paris to Versailles and enter the Palace with timed entry tickets.
Explore the grandeur of Versailles—from the iconic Hall of Mirrors to the lavish Grand King's Apartment, and ongoing exhibitions.
Enjoy complimentary access to the French formal Gardens between November and March, and wander through the sprawling verdant Park—perfect for a picnic.
Why choose this: Skip planning the travel logistics and only focus on crafting the perfect itinerary!
Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a guided tour of the Palace, covering key sights with expert insights.
Choose a small group tour (15 guests) for a more intimate, interactive experience.

Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach from Paris to Versailles and enter the Palace with timed entry tickets.
Explore the grandeur of Versailles—from the iconic Hall of Mirrors to the lavish Grand King's Apartment, and ongoing exhibitions.
Enjoy complimentary access to the French formal Gardens between November and March, and wander through the sprawling verdant Park—perfect for a picnic.
Why choose this: Skip planning the travel logistics and only focus on crafting the perfect itinerary!
Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a guided tour of the Palace, covering key sights with expert insights.
Choose a small group tour (15 guests) for a more intimate, interactive experience.

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)

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).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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3 hr. 40 min. - 4 hr. 30 min.

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Transfers included

Guided Tours

4.4(0)

Guided Tour of the King's Private Apartments with Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tickets

Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private chambers of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.

Everything you get: Led by a multilingual expert guide, step inside the otherwise restricted King's Private Apartments, an intimate space featuring a suite of rooms belonging to the last two kings of Versailles. Depending on the tour day, you can either visit the Royal Chapel or the Royal Opera (decided by your guide), each a grand construction from the early 18th century.
Post the tour, enjoy a self-guided visit to the palace.
Why choose this: Most tours don't include access to the King's Private Apartments—this one does. Step beyond the grand halls for a rare look at royal life behind closed doors.

Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private chambers of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.

Everything you get: Led by a multilingual expert guide, step inside the otherwise restricted King's Private Apartments, an intimate space featuring a suite of rooms belonging to the last two kings of Versailles. Depending on the tour day, you can either visit the Royal Chapel or the Royal Opera (decided by your guide), each a grand construction from the early 18th century.
Post the tour, enjoy a self-guided visit to the palace.
Why choose this: Most tours don't include access to the King's Private Apartments—this one does. Step beyond the grand halls for a rare look at royal life behind closed doors.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line passport tickets
90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment
Official Versailles multilingual guide
Exclusive access to either the Royal Opera or the Royal Chapel
Small group tour of 20 or fewer

Exclusions

Guided tour of the Versailles Palace

Entry to the Royal Chapel or Royal Opera is at the guide's discretion.
Re-entry upon leaving the palace premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
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).

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1 hr. 30 min.

Combos

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Combo (Save 5%): Louvre Museum + Versailles Palace Tickets

One ticket, two iconic sites—unlock a special discount to explore France's iconic museum and royal legacy.

Everything you get: Save up to 2 hours of waiting at both, the Louvre Museum and the Versailles Palace, with timed entry tickets.
At the Louvre, access Musée Eugène-Delacroix which houses his masterpiece, Liberty Leading the People, and the remaining 35,000 pieces including the Mona Lisa. To help you navigate the vastness, a multilingual audio guide is available with your ticket.
At the Versailles Palace, gain access to the entire estate—Palace, Trianon Estate, and shows at the Gardens, with your passport ticket.
Wander through the iconic Hall of Mirrors in the Palace; explore the royals' retreat homes at the Trianon Estate to see how royals lived beyond their official duties; and if you're visiting between April and October, enjoy a mesmerizing fountain show set to Baroque music set in the Gardens.
Why choose this: Experience the hearts of French art and architecture in one combo. Avoid the hassle of multiple bookings and long wait lines with reserved access to both landmarks.

One ticket, two iconic sites—unlock a special discount to explore France's iconic museum and royal legacy.

Everything you get: Save up to 2 hours of waiting at both, the Louvre Museum and the Versailles Palace, with timed entry tickets.
At the Louvre, access Musée Eugène-Delacroix which houses his masterpiece, Liberty Leading the People, and the remaining 35,000 pieces including the Mona Lisa. To help you navigate the vastness, a multilingual audio guide is available with your ticket.
At the Versailles Palace, gain access to the entire estate—Palace, Trianon Estate, and shows at the Gardens, with your passport ticket.
Wander through the iconic Hall of Mirrors in the Palace; explore the royals' retreat homes at the Trianon Estate to see how royals lived beyond their official duties; and if you're visiting between April and October, enjoy a mesmerizing fountain show set to Baroque music set in the Gardens.
Why choose this: Experience the hearts of French art and architecture in one combo. Avoid the hassle of multiple bookings and long wait lines with reserved access to both landmarks.

Inclusions Louvre Museum

Reserved 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

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).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Passport Ticket to Versailles Palace + Premium Meal option in Versailles' Garden Restaurant La Flottille

A complete Versailles experience—estate and meal included.

Everything you get: Step into the opulence of the Versailles estate with a timed entry ticket to the palace and explore the iconic Hall of Mirrors and the lavish Grand King's Apartments. Continue your visit to the Trianon Estate, once a private royal retreat from court life, and take a stroll through the gardens and attend the musical gardens/fountain shows (as per schedule), if ongoing. With a full-day itinerary, take a break at La Flottille—a gourmet spot in the Gardens overlooking the Grand Canal. Choose between a €40 sit-down meal or a €20 takeaway snack for a picnic in the vast Park, with soft drinks included.
Why choose this: Including a meal with a full-day itinerary means you stay well-fed and avoid rushing through your estate visit.
Upgrades: Choose between a €40 lunch voucher and a €20 takeaway-snack voucher—with your Versailles estate visit, which includes the palace, Trianon Estate, and the gardens.

A complete Versailles experience—estate and meal included.

Everything you get: Step into the opulence of the Versailles estate with a timed entry ticket to the palace and explore the iconic Hall of Mirrors and the lavish Grand King's Apartments. Continue your visit to the Trianon Estate, once a private royal retreat from court life, and take a stroll through the gardens and attend the musical gardens/fountain shows (as per schedule), if ongoing. With a full-day itinerary, take a break at La Flottille—a gourmet spot in the Gardens overlooking the Grand Canal. Choose between a €40 sit-down meal or a €20 takeaway snack for a picnic in the vast Park, with soft drinks included.
Why choose this: Including a meal with a full-day itinerary means you stay well-fed and avoid rushing through your estate visit.
Upgrades: Choose between a €40 lunch voucher and a €20 takeaway-snack voucher—with your Versailles estate visit, which includes the palace, Trianon Estate, and the gardens.

Inclusions

Timed entry to the palace
Access to the Trianon Estate
Access to the gardens
Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)
€40 voucher for lunch (as per option selected)
€20 voucher for snacks (as per option selected)
Soft drinks at the restaurant

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).

La Flottille

Access to the restaurant is via the Park, which is free and open daily.
The toilets are accessible to people with reduced mobility and are free of charge.
The restaurant's opening hours vary by season: April to October, from 9am—6:30pm, and November to March, from 9am—5pm.

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Meals included

Tickets

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Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets

Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats, beyond the Palace.

Everything you get: Skip the wait with priority access tickets and follow the audio guide/interactive map on the official Versailles app, Chateau de Versailles, to explore the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, the Queen's Hamlet, and the gardens.
Why choose this: Visiting the Trianon Estate reveals the royals’ private world beyond their official duties—their daily lives, personal interests, and leisure spaces like the billiards room, games room, and farm.

Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats, beyond the Palace.

Everything you get: Skip the wait with priority access tickets and follow the audio guide/interactive map on the official Versailles app, Chateau de Versailles, to explore the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, the Queen's Hamlet, and the gardens.
Why choose this: Visiting the Trianon Estate reveals the royals’ private world beyond their official duties—their daily lives, personal interests, and leisure spaces like the billiards room, games room, and farm.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line tickets to the Trianon Estate, after noon
Temporary exhibitions held in the Grand Trianon
The Coach Gallery, from 12:30pm

Exclusions

Access to the Versailles Palace

Shows at the Palace's garden

Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
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.
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).

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Flexible duration

Guided Tours

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From Paris: Palace of Versailles Full day Guided Tour with Access to Queen Marie Antoinette's Estate

Step into Marie-Antoinette's fairytale world of rustic cottages and luxuriant gardens.

Everything you get: Skip the ticket line and step into the grand Versailles Palace for an expert-led guided tour; listen to stories of what makes the Hall of Mirrors iconic beyond its interiors and how Versailles lost its seat of power during the French Revolution.
Head towards the Queen's quarters for a guided tour of the Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet and the surrounding ornamental gardens. These spaces were the queen's getaway, built to her liking—rural architecture, a fully functional farm with a lake.
Why choose this: A closer look at Marie Antoinette’s life—her pursuit of a simple life despite being the Queen of France.

Step into Marie-Antoinette's fairytale world of rustic cottages and luxuriant gardens.

Everything you get: Skip the ticket line and step into the grand Versailles Palace for an expert-led guided tour; listen to stories of what makes the Hall of Mirrors iconic beyond its interiors and how Versailles lost its seat of power during the French Revolution.
Head towards the Queen's quarters for a guided tour of the Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet and the surrounding ornamental gardens. These spaces were the queen's getaway, built to her liking—rural architecture, a fully functional farm with a lake.
Why choose this: A closer look at Marie Antoinette’s life—her pursuit of a simple life despite being the Queen of France.

Inclusions

Timed entry tickets to the Palace with skip-the-line access
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers from central Paris in an air-conditioned vehicle
Access to the Gardens during the fountain and musical shows
Self-guided visit to the Trianon Estate

Exclusions

Hotel pick up and drop-off

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).

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

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

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7 hr.

Transfers included

Day Trips

4.5(0)

From Paris: Palace of Versailles & Giverny Gardens Guided Tour

One ticket, 2 iconic sites—explore the architecture of Versailles and the art of Giverny Gardens.

Day out to Versailles and Giverny from Paris on a seamless day trip that combines comfortable AC coach transfers, priority access to the Palace of Versailles and Monet’s Gardens and a live, English-speaking guide who will narrate the rich history and artistic inspiration behind both sites.
Versailles Palace: Skip the lines and explore the opulence of Versailles, including the Hall of Mirrors, Grand Apartments, and expansive gardens. Enjoy the Fountain or Musical shows.
Monet’s Giverny Gardens: Stroll through Monet’s iconic gardens, visit his house, and see the water lily pond and Japanese bridge that inspired his art.
Upgrades: Choose a small group tour (of 8 or less) to have a more interactive experience with your guide so you can explore at a relaxed pace. With a full-day itinerary, you can add a 3-course French lunch as well.

One ticket, 2 iconic sites—explore the architecture of Versailles and the art of Giverny Gardens.

Day out to Versailles and Giverny from Paris on a seamless day trip that combines comfortable AC coach transfers, priority access to the Palace of Versailles and Monet’s Gardens and a live, English-speaking guide who will narrate the rich history and artistic inspiration behind both sites.
Versailles Palace: Skip the lines and explore the opulence of Versailles, including the Hall of Mirrors, Grand Apartments, and expansive gardens. Enjoy the Fountain or Musical shows.
Monet’s Giverny Gardens: Stroll through Monet’s iconic gardens, visit his house, and see the water lily pond and Japanese bridge that inspired his art.
Upgrades: Choose a small group tour (of 8 or less) to have a more interactive experience with your guide so you can explore at a relaxed pace. With a full-day itinerary, you can add a 3-course French lunch as well.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Giverny Gardens & Versailles Palace
Roundtrip transfers in an AC coach from Paris
Expert-English speaking guide
Priority access to Monet's house & gardens
3-course lunch, drinks included (as per the option selected) (check menu here)
Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
Access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only) (as per the option selected)
Small group of 8/15 (as per the option selected)

Exclusions

Guided tour inside Monet's house

Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
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.
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).