Art Luxury experiences Entry tickets Tours Day trips Day Trips From Family-friendly activities Guided tours Landmarks & monuments Deals & Discounts Culture & history Sightseeing Garden & park tours Educational activities Museums & exhibitions Architecture UNESCO sites Private tours Castle & palace tours

Explore the Palace of Versailles on a guided tour. Skip the lines and discover the secrets of the Sun King’s court, the Hall of Mirrors, and the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

Highlights

• Marvel at the opulence of the Palace of Versailles on a guided tour
• Skip the long lines and head straight into the palace with your guide
• Discover the secrets of the Sun King’s court and the Hall of Mirrors
• Explore the King’s and Queen’s Apartments and their lavish decor
• Enjoy free time in the Gardens of Versailles and Trianon (if selected)

Description

Step into the opulence of French royalty with a skip-the-line guided tour of the Palace of Versailles, one of the most magnificent landmarks in the world. Accompanied by an expert guide, discover the secrets of the Sun King’s court, the splendor of the State Apartments, and the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors, where history was made. Your guide will bring Versailles to life with stories of Louis XIV, Marie-Antoinette, and the daily rituals of court life. Wander through the King’s and Queen’s Apartments, marvel at the painted ceilings, gilded décor, and intricate furnishings that symbolized absolute monarchy at its height. After the palace visit, if you have selected the option including the Gardens and Trianons, enjoy free time in the Gardens of Versailles, designed by landscape architect André Le Nôtre. Stroll among perfectly manicured lawns, fountains, and sculptures, and on selected days (spring to autumn), experience the Musical Gardens or Fountain Shows. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon, the elegant retreats favored by Louis XIV and Marie-Antoinette. Explore their intimate interiors and surrounding estate at your own pace in a self-guided experience.

Includes

Skip-the-line guided tour of the Palace of Versailles Expert guide Visit to the State Apartments Visit to the Hall of Mirrors Visit to the King's and Queen's Apartments Entrance to the Gardens of Versailles (if option selected) Entrance ticket to Marie Antoinette's estate and the Trianon (if option selected)

Important Information

• Kindly arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes in advance. We will be waiting by the Statue of Louis XIV, located at Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles. Our guide will be holding a blue flag saying 'DOOOING EXPERIENCE'. The meeting spot is directly in front of the palace. To locate it on Google Maps, simply search for 'Statue of Louis XIV in Versailles'. The tour includes a live guide You are welcome to remain in Versailles Castle for as long as you like after your guided tour. The palace gardens are open for free on Wednesdays in September and October, and daily from November through March. No musical or fountain shows take place on the days when garden entry is free. The gardens close at 5:30 PM on Saturdays from June to September, as well as on public holidays (July 14, August 15, October 31).

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund