Versailles Palace & Garden Tour w. Skip The Line Entry from Paris
Overview
Are you planning a day trip to Versailles from Paris, but worried about the logistics of getting there and navigating the popular attractions? Let us take care of it for you with our half-day small group tour. With the help of our expert local guide, you'll board the right train to Versailles and get off at the optimal stop. Best of all, you'll skip the long lines at the palace and have more time to explore the stunning palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate. Get the most out of your trip to Versailles and leave the hassle to us!
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation by train from Paris to Versailles
- Skip-the-line entrance to the Palace of Versailles
- Guided tour of the Palace
- Introduction to the Gardens
- Free time to explore the gardens and Trianon Estate
- A local, English-speaking guide
- Small group of 18 or fewer people
- Entry/Admission - Palace of Versailles
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France
Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a train ride to Versailles alongside of them. once arrived at Versailles following a short walk to the palace, your guided tour will begin.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palace of Versailles, Place d'Armes, 78000, Versailles France
Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you'll discover over 2, 000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court.
This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court's lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace's stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: The Hall of Mirrors, Chateau de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France
The Hall of Mirrors
The Hall of Mirrors is undoubtedly the most renowned room in the entire Palace of Versailles, measuring almost 70 yards in length and featuring an astonishing 357 mirrors. Originally designed to reflect light and protect the walls from smoke, the mirrors created an enchanting effect by reflecting candlelight throughout the room.
The Treaty of Versailles
On June 28th, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of World War I, was signed in this iconic room. With thousands of rooms to explore, a self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles can be overwhelming. A guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide is the perfect way to make sure you see all the highlights, including the opulent King's State Apartments and the apartments of Louis XV's daughters.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Jardins du Chateau de Versailles, Place d'Armes A l'Ouest du Château de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France
Your journey through Versailles doesn't stop at the palace - you'll also discover the legendary Gardens of Versailles with your knowledgeable guide who'll share the garden's captivating stories. Afterward, you'll have free time to wander and explore the gardens at your own pace. Covering almost 2, 000 acres, these immaculately tended gardens boast over 400 sculptures and 1, 400 fountains, and have inspired countless other gardens around the world.
But your tour doesn't end there! With your ticket, you'll also have access to Marie-Antoinette's Trianon Estate, a separate palace-like complex located within the larger Versailles grounds. Feel free to explore this estate at own pace, and when you're ready to head back to Paris, simply use your included return ticket.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France
Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a train ride to Versailles alongside of them. once arrived at Versailles following a short walk to the palace, your guided tour will begin.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palace of Versailles, Place d'Armes, 78000, Versailles France
Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you'll discover over 2, 000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court.
This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court's lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace's stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: The Hall of Mirrors, Chateau de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France
The Hall of Mirrors
The Hall of Mirrors is undoubtedly the most renowned room in the entire Palace of Versailles, measuring almost 70 yards in length and featuring an astonishing 357 mirrors. Originally designed to reflect light and protect the walls from smoke, the mirrors created an enchanting effect by reflecting candlelight throughout the room.
The Treaty of Versailles
On June 28th, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of World War I, was signed in this iconic room. With thousands of rooms to explore, a self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles can be overwhelming. A guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide is the perfect way to make sure you see all the highlights, including the opulent King's State Apartments and the apartments of Louis XV's daughters.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Jardins du Chateau de Versailles, Place d'Armes A l'Ouest du Château de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France
Your journey through Versailles doesn't stop at the palace - you'll also discover the legendary Gardens of Versailles with your knowledgeable guide who'll share the garden's captivating stories. Afterward, you'll have free time to wander and explore the gardens at your own pace. Covering almost 2, 000 acres, these immaculately tended gardens boast over 400 sculptures and 1, 400 fountains, and have inspired countless other gardens around the world.
But your tour doesn't end there! With your ticket, you'll also have access to Marie-Antoinette's Trianon Estate, a separate palace-like complex located within the larger Versailles grounds. Feel free to explore this estate at own pace, and when you're ready to head back to Paris, simply use your included return ticket.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Brenda L
August 2019
The palace was amazing! So luxurious - a real history lesson. Gardens very beautiful. Audio guides available to gain the full experience.
The palace was amazing! So luxurious - a real history lesson. Gardens very beautiful. Audio guides available to gain the full experience.Jackson608
May 2022
We booked a guided Versailles tour for 6. The tour was advertised as a max. of 10 people for 2 hours. Our tour guide was nowhere to be found at the designated meeting spot. She arrived 10 minutes after the tour was supposed to start. She then advised us that our group of 6 had been added to her...
We booked a guided Versailles tour for 6. The tour was advertised as a max. of 10 people for 2 hours. Our tour guide was nowhere to be found at the designated meeting spot. She arrived 10 minutes after the tour was supposed to start. She then advised us that our group of 6 had been added to her bus tour group of 20+ people. She told us to go to a gate where she would meet us get while she went back to her group. We now had almost 30 people in our group when we next saw her. There were small children and elderly people in this large group. The first stop was for the toilets. There were long lines and we had to wait for all those people to finish. The tour started 40 minutes late. The group was so big that often we could not be in the same room with the guide as she described important things in that room. Despite starting about 40 minutes late, the guided tour ended at about the scheduled time after 1 hour and 20 minutes instead of 2 hours. We were very disappointed as we did not get what was advertised and what we had paid for. We would never have bought the tour for such a large group. Multiple communications trying to reach the Tour Guy once we got home have been ignored. There are plenty of other tour guide options. Find a tour guide that does not misrepresent what they are selling and cares enough about customer satisfaction to respond if something goes wrong. The Tour Guy had no problem quickly taking our money when we booked. Sadly that was the last we heard from them.Joann_K
April 2022
Our guide, "Z" (from Croatia with a difficult name to pronounce) was excellent. We had a small group - 6 of us plus Z, and it was obvious that Z enjoyed sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for The Versailles and the gardens. Excellent tour!
Our guide, "Z" (from Croatia with a difficult name to pronounce) was excellent. We had a small group - 6 of us plus Z, and it was obvious that Z enjoyed sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for The Versailles and the gardens. Excellent tour!greatpyr25
April 2022
Unfortunately, the guide’s information was basic and somewhat anecdotal. We felt that the audio guide would have been more helpful. There was also a bit of a language gap, e.g. she referred to the Hall of Mirrors as the “Room of Glass”, which confused the group who felt that more was to come…only...
Unfortunately, the guide’s information was basic and somewhat anecdotal. We felt that the audio guide would have been more helpful. There was also a bit of a language gap, e.g. she referred to the Hall of Mirrors as the “Room of Glass”, which confused the group who felt that more was to come…only to find that we’d already quickly moved through it. We were not provided with our garden tickets so we could not renter after having lunch. If the cost has been less, that would not have been so much of an issue…but this was expensive for three people ($300!). Lastly, the train ticket provided to us didn’t work and we were required to buy our own tickets home…not the best experience.daler632
April 2022
An excellent excursion. Our guide “Z” was amusing and very informative. Also extremely helpful! My wife left her expensive cane in a public washroom at the departure point. The automatic doors locked and we had to leave without it. While we were on the tour Z arranged for his coworker Olga to...
An excellent excursion. Our guide “Z” was amusing and very informative. Also extremely helpful! My wife left her expensive cane in a public washroom at the departure point. The automatic doors locked and we had to leave without it. While we were on the tour Z arranged for his coworker Olga to get the cane extracted and delivered to our hotel. Many thanks!sean j
April 2022
Our tour guide Julia was outstanding! Knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time. 10am start was relaxing. Thanks for handling transportation!
Our tour guide Julia was outstanding! Knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time. 10am start was relaxing. Thanks for handling transportation!