PALACE OF VERSAILLES

Enjoy convenient skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles with a half-day tour with round trip transportation from Paris. Take a guided tour of the exquisite rooms and galleries.

Explore the Palace of Versailles with its ornate apartments, sweeping gardens, and revolutionary history. Avoid navigating the metro system on your own and arrive relaxed with easy roundtrip transportation.

Visit the elegant Palace of Versailles on a guided tour. Skip the long lines and enter through a separate entrance.

Select your preferred time slot and explore Versailles at your own pace. Skip long ticket lines, saving up to 90 minutes of waiting. Arrival & entrance information Present your ticket at the entrance and pass through security. ID may be required for ticket validation. Large bags and sharp objects are prohibited. What to expect Versailles Palace Wander through Versailles’ grand halls and historic spaces, discovering the grandeur of French royalty. Enjoy access to key highlights and the vast Park. Hall of Mirrors: The palace’s most iconic room, featuring 357 mirrors that reflect sunlight from the garden’s windows. Gallery of Coaches: A showcase of 18th and 19th-century royal carriages, sedan chairs, and ceremonial sleighs. Royal Tennis Court: The site where the Tennis Court Oath sparked the French Revolution in 1789. Temporary Exhibitions: Rotating displays featuring art, historical artifacts, and themed exhibits on Versailles’ legacy. The Park: Expansive landscaped grounds, free to visit and ideal for a leisurely walk or picnic. Enhance your visit Upgrade to a Passport Ticket for full estate access, including the Trianon Estate and seasonal garden shows (Apr–Oct). Opt for round-trip transfers from Paris or indulge in high tea at Ore Ducasse for a refined experience.

Board an air-conditioned coach from Paris for a full-day guided tour of Giverny Gardens and the Palace of Versailles. Depending on your preference, choose between a small-group tour (8 or less) for an intimate experience or a larger group (20 or less) for a budget-friendly option. Arrival & Entrance Information Upon arrival, your guide will handle ticket validation, ensuring a seamless entry. Security checks are mandatory at both sites, so keep your ID handy. Timed entry to Versailles allows for smooth access without long waits. What to Expect Giverny Gardens Step into the world of Claude Monet as you explore the lush gardens that inspired his famous Water Lilies series. Japanese Bridge & Water Lily Pond – Walk through Monet’s dreamlike setting, brought to life in his iconic paintings. Clos Normand Flower Garden – A vibrant display of seasonal blooms, arranged like a living painting. Monet’s House (self-guided) – See his preserved living quarters, art collection, and personal belongings. Palace of Versailles Enjoy full access to the opulent palace and its sprawling grounds, including the royals' private retreats. Hall of Mirrors – A dazzling gallery lined with 357 mirrors, reflecting the grandeur of Versailles. Royal Apartments – Explore the lavish chambers of French kings and queens. Trianon Estate – Discover the secluded retreats of the royal family, away from courtly life. Gardens & Fountain Shows (Apr-Oct) – Experience choreographed water displays set to Baroque music. Additional Perks Option to upgrade your experience with a delicious lunch. Enjoy round-trip transfers from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach.

Discover the stately rooms and gardens of the spectacular Palace of Versailles. Explore Marie Antoinette’s opulent private estate at the châteaux of Trianon.

There is a certain magic that fizzes through the air in the Palace and Gardens of Versailles. Hidden away from the modern world, this majestic European castle on the outskirts of Paris is a perfectly preserved example of the reckless extravagance of the French monarchy. What can you expect from this tour? With a maximum of 25 people per group, your tour of Versailles will be intimate, unhurried, and enjoyable. Skip the lines to Versailles as your guide will lead you from one marvelous room to the next, pointing out where Louis XIV tormented his friends and family with long, boring ceremonies and where it was that Marie Antoinette ate her cake. Marvel at the sheer size of the Palace of Versailles, one of the largest and most beautiful castles in the world with a whopping 700 rooms. Peruse its incredible array of fine art and the intricate design of its 1250 fireplaces as you work your way through the highlights of the castle including the King and Queen’s apartments, the Chapel, the Coronation Room, the Hall of Mirrors, and the Salon of Abundance – how many residences can boast one of those? And just when you think that you have seen all that the Palace of Versailles has to offer, you’ll burst into the sunlight and encounter its dazzling manicured gardens, over 1,800 acres in size. Stroll the beautiful Gardens of Versailles Choose a date when either the famous Versailles Fountain Show or Musical Gardens are running (all running days from Apr to Oct, except Wed & Thu). The Versailles Fountain Show is a wonderful musical event held in the exclusive groves, designed by André Le Nôtre. Watch fountains explode to the sounds of a cello at the Fountain Show or just be enchanted by the simple beauty of classical music played in beautiful surroundings during the Musical Gardens event.