Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace Tour by Train from Paris
Versailles, Paris
Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of the Château of Versailles with this tour from Paris. Marvel at the glimmering Hall of Mirrors, the lavish state apartments, and the beautifully-manicured gardens.
Highlights
- Skip the long lines with reserved entry time at the Palace of Versailles
- Experience the Musical Gardens or Fountains Show
- Travel comfortably by escorted train between Paris and Versailles
- Enjoy insights from a professional local English-speaking guide
Description
This guided tour explores the Château de Versailles, the royal residence of Louis XIV, featuring the Hall of Mirrors and lavish state apartments.
Meet your guide in central Paris and travel to Versailles by train. Skip the entry lines and embark on a 3-hour tour through the palace and gardens, learning about the royal family's influence on fashion and art, including details about Marie Antoinette’s lifestyle.
Discover the magnificent gardens accompanied by your guide and enjoy either the Musical Gardens or the Fountain Show, depending on the day. After the visit, your guide will provide return train tickets and instructions for a straightforward journey back to Paris.
Includes
- Reserved admission and entrance fees to the Palace and Gardens of Versailles
- Tickets for the Musical Gardens or Fountains Show (if selected)
- Escorted round-trip transportation by RER train between central Paris and Versailles
- Accredited local English-speaking guide
- Headsets when needed to clearly hear the guide
Excludes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Optional gratuities
Important Information
- This tour requires moderate walking; comfortable shoes are recommended. It is not wheelchair accessible.
- Cancellation is possible up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for missed tours.
- From April 1 to October 31, the gardens include special Musical and Fountain Shows.
- Fountain Shows occur on Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays in May and June, and on national holidays. Fountains operate on a specific schedule and are not continuous throughout the day.
- On other days during this period, the Musical Gardens features continuous music in the groves.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
To make the most of your visit, bring comfortable walking shoes and check the schedule for the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show on your tour date when booking.
