Day Trips from Paris to the Palace of Versailles

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

• Guided tour of the gardens
• 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).

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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).

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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).

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

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).

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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).

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Choose between two magical experiences: the Musical Gardens Show (daytime) or the Musical Fountains Show (day and night options).
• With the musical fountains show, witness spectacular water displays set to baroque music. Opt for the nighttime version and witness a grand fireworks finale by the renowned Groupe F.
• Stroll through groves usually closed to the public at the Musical Gardens Show, with fountains and water jets synchronized to baroque tunes.
• Upgrade for VIP perks like dedicated parking, fast-track entry via Neptune Gate, and a glass of champagne.
• Love a musical climax on your walk? Opt for the musical gardens show where Water Theater Grove, Mirror Pool, and Neptune Pool offer water jets synced to baroque tunes!

Inclusions

• Entry to day/night Musical Fountains Show at the Palace of Versailles (as per the option selected)
• Entry to Musical Gardens Show (as per the option selected)
• Dedicated car parking (as per the option selected)
• Direct access via Neptune Gate (as per the option selected)
• Glass of champagne (as per the option selected)

Exclusions

• Entry to the Palace of Versailles & the King's Grand Apartments
• Access to the Hall of Mirrors & temporary exhibits

• Tip: There are no seats for this show, so get to the gardens early for the best views of the shows.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• The shows take place even in case of rain.
• Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• For more information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here. For the site map, click here.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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.