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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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.
Options
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.
Full Access and Guided Tour
Fullday Tour : This option includes the Versailles palace shared tour, gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate tour
Palace & Garden 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.
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.
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.
8:30 am -Full Access Tour
Fullday: This option includes the Versailles palace shared tour, gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate tour
Reviews
605 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Just amazing!!! It’s a...
Gillian O,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Just amazing!!! It’s a full day and a lot of walking but so good, our guide Tiffan was amazing. Highly recommend going to Versailles even if you can’t do the whole day it’s still worth it.
Excellent tour. Using...
Sherry M,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Using bus and guide effortless way to get there and be informed as we walked through the palace. Our guide, Neal, was great educator, friendly, interactive and helpful with a little bit of humour
View into the Past
Cecilia P,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our group took the palace and garden tour, it is an all day experience, that was well worth the time and money. If taking the tour of garden, especially in summer months, I strongly suggest bringing an umbrella or hat and apply plenty of sunscreen. Sophie was our guide, she was phenomenal. She provided historical accounts and context to almost every nook and cranny of the palace and gardens. Sophie was adept in her presentation of the various kings and queens that occupied and contributed to the development of the palace. For individuals who know little of France or the monarchs giving the history lesson Sophie provided was helpful. She provided information on palace staff past and present as well as engineering information on the fountains. The palace and the gardens are unbelievable, won't see anything like this anywhere. Of course the Hall of Mirrors is most known and certainly noteworthy, but each room is interesting and holds its own significance, but the palace in its entirety is something to behold. I was truly impressed with my experience, the palace and gardens were worth seeing but what made the tour complete was the history Sophie provided. Without the history it's just a walk through a palace, Sophie provided a view into Frances' history. Highly recommend this tour and Sophie.
Osvaldo and tour were fantastic!
Angelica M,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Osvaldo was awesome!!! Very knowledgeable, funny and personable. I learned so much. I highly recommend this tour and with him.
Inaccurate description. Too long
YolandaKappus,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
1.00Tour lasts 9+ hrs instead of the 4-6 hrs described. Waited 20 mins after meeting time for the bus as he was running late after and extremely long day with many unnecessary long breaks. Sophie the tour guide was good and she’s the only one that deserves the one star
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