Versailles: Palace Tour & Gardens with Optional Full Access

Versailles, Paris



Enjoy a guided tour of Versailles Palace and visit its stunning gardens. Skip the long lines with priority entry and follow your licensed guide through the Hall of Mirrors and other iconic royal rooms

This is a 90-minute guided tour of the Palace of Versailles near Paris, suitable for history and architecture enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Explore the Palace of Versailles with a licensed guide for 90 minutes
  • Skip the long lines with your exclusive pre-booked time slot
  • Learn about the history of the French monarchy and significant events
  • Walk through the royal gardens, fountains, and groves

Description

Enjoy exclusive access to the Palace of Versailles and skip the entrance lines. Visit the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors on a detailed guided tour. Discover stories about King Louis XIV, Marie Antoinette, and key moments in French history.

After the palace tour, explore the royal gardens at your convenience, admiring fountains, bronze statues, and manicured groves. Optionally, add a visit to Marie Antoinette’s private estate and her hamlet for a deeper look into royal life.

Includes

  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Palace of Versailles
  • 90-minute guided tour of the main Palace
  • Access to the Gardens
  • Entrance ticket to Marie Antoinette's Estate and the Trianon (optional)

Excludes

  • Guided tour of the gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate and the Trianon
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • Meet your guide at the Get Your Guide office; do not go directly to the palace
  • Your voucher time is the meeting time at the office
  • The palace tour lasts 1.5 hours, plus 30 minutes for security checks and headset distribution
  • Arriving on time is essential; late arrivals may lose access and refunds will not be provided
  • During peak season, expect possible short waits at the group entrance due to safety checks
  • You may stay in the palace and gardens after the guided tour ends
  • The gardens are free from November to March; no fountain shows during this time
  • Gardens close at 5:30 PM on May 16, July 14, every Saturday from June 6 to September 19, and daily from October 26 to March 31

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance to secure your preferred time slot and bring comfortable walking shoes for the gardens. Early arrivals help ensure a smooth start to the tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a 90-minute guided visit of the Palace of Versailles with access to the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors.
Yes, this tour offers skip-the-line access with an exclusive pre-booked time slot to avoid long waits.
Yes, the guided tour focuses on the history of the French monarchy and the palace’s architectural significance.
The tour includes a walk through the royal gardens, fountains, and groves surrounding the palace.
The guided tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
The Palace of Versailles is located just outside Paris, easily accessible by train or car.
Yes, there is an optional full access upgrade that includes all areas of the palace and gardens.
Check the official website for current opening hours and available tour times.
Most tours accept mobile tickets, but check the booking details for specific requirements.
Yes, the tour is led by licensed guides knowledgeable about the Palace of Versailles and its history.

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