From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access
Overview
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Start by meeting at a central point in Paris and transfer by bus to Versailles. Upon arrival, access the palace through a separate entrance. Then, discover the opulence, beauty, and history of the palace on an interactive guided tour.
During the 90-minute tour, see the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the emblematic Hall of Mirrors. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XIV to Marie Antoinette. Hear about the many fascinating historical events that took place in the palace's rooms.
After your tour of the palace, take some free time to stroll around the beautiful French Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens if option selected. Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate and controversial hamlet by choosing the Fullday option. Finally, hop back on the bus for your journey back to central Paris.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For safety reasons, children under 6 years old are NOT permitted on this tour. Please do not arrive with children under 6, as participation will be denied.
Please arrive at the meeting point at the time stated on your voucher. In case of late arrival for check-in or missing the bus, we cannot guarantee access to the palace. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur additional fees.
The palace gardens are free from November to March, so no tickets are required during this period. (Prices are adjusted accordingly) There are no musical or fountain shows during these months.
No Onboard Restrooms: Please note that there are no toilet facilities available on the bus.
In the rare event that the bus transfer cannot operate due to unforeseen circumstances, public transport will be used instead, accompanied by a GetYourGuide representative.
The fullday option (with Trianon Estate) involves significant walking and is not recommended for those with mobility issues
Please note that the duration of the activity may vary depending on traffic conditions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Palace of Versailles
Skip the long entrances lines and begin your guided tour through the Versailles Palace, where you’ll discover the palace’s history and significance. Learn how it functioned as the center of political power in France from 1682 to 1789.
La Galerie des Glaces
Explore the palace’s unique and elaborate interior, including the king’s state apartments and the famous Hall of Mirrors.
What‘s Included
Garden Access: including the Musical Show (weekdays)/ Fountain Show (weekends) from April to October
Guided tour of the gardens (if option selected)
Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for the Palace
Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access
Round-Trip Comfortable Bus Transfer to and from Versailles, departing from the meeting point
Guided tour of Marie-Antoinette's Estate (if option selected)
Admission for infant under 6 years old
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Restroom on board
Lunch
Options
Full Access and Guided Tour
Fullday Tour : This option includes the Versailles palace shared tour, gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate tour
Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation.
PM:Palace tour & Garden access
Afternoon Half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
8:30am - Full Access Tour
Fullday: This option includes a guided tour of the palace, the gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate (Trianon).
Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation.
PM: Palace tour +garden access
Afternoon half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
AM: Palace tour +garden access
8:15 AM tour with garden acces: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
PM:Palace tour +garden access
Afternoon half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
Palace & Gardens Guided Tour
Half day tour in the afternoon: This option includes the Versailles Palace shared tour and a 45-minute guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
AM:Palace tour&Garden access
Morning Half Day tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
AM:Palace tour & Garden access
Morning Half Day Tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
Reviews
742 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely amazing. Our...
Alison T,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing. Our guide was so knowledgeable. She made history come alive. Wish we had longer there.
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Victoria H,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Coming from someone who has no idea of any kind of history background. This was very informative and exciting. Mauro was very passionate and enthusiastic about giving this tour. Definitely a 10/10 experience.
Great experience
Diana N,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The directions were clear. It’s important to show up on time at the pickup location. Eat beforehand, you won’t be able to do it on the bus and then you’ll jump into the activity and there was no eating allowed for a portion of it. Our tour guide at Versailles was really good. He was very friendly and dynamic. Overall, it was a really good experience. I did the Versailles and garden tours for a half day and in hindsight I could have done a full day to explore the gardens some more. They were epic and beautiful. There was a lot to explore.
The tour guide was...
Diana U,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was interesting. The grounds are beautiful as well as the castle. The bus was comfortable. It was an enjoyable experience.
EXCELLENT RIDE IN VERSAILLES!!
athenea a,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a long awaited tour. The excitement of getting to the place accompanied us all the time. All the logistics were excellent. Both the departure and arrival time, the guide, the time allowed for photos and autonomous walking. EXCELLENT ACTIVITY!!
Def do the gardens add on.
debrakF8180MO,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Fredrick what's amazing! He took his time and answer to all of our questions. He also took us to the gardens ballroom waterfall and it was beautiful. Literally shockingly beautiful.
Versailles!
Linda W,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sophie gave us a wonderful all day tour of Versailles! It included everything! She was very knowledgeable about Versailles and its history.
Our guide, Gabrielle, was...
Yvette B,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Gabrielle, was fantastic. She was informative, attentive, and kept a good pace given the diversity of the group. I was pleasantly surprised to the extent that the tour/guide accommodated my elderly parent. It was a special experience. One area that could be improved is to be more detailed about where one can shop and eat in Versailles (we spent some time locating these areas).
Mauro was the absolute...
Floris C,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mauro was the absolute best. My first time using a guide and we absolutely live him and his energy would recommend 100%
Great job!!
Allan T,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Two young ladies helped with the tour, Florence and Carla, who were both informative and answered any and all the questions that fellow travellers asked. Our tour guide, Sophie, was extremely knowledgeable and well versed on the history of the palace. Sophie guided our group through the very busy palace, finding spots where the group could linger and she could pass along smaller details about the rooms we were touring. I want to pass along my thanks to Florence, Carla and Sophie for your great work and your professionalism, this was a great experience that I would highly recommend.
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