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‘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
PM:Palace tour +garden access
Afternoon half day tour
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Reviews
644 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Full day tour - outstanding
Michael C,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great guide, would definitely recommend the full day tour since there is so much to see. You could spend 6 hours touring the gardens alone. Valdina is an incredible guide.
Enriched in Versailles
Zabdi R,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the amazing MAURO! He is lovely! Gave us all the important details and history surrounding Versailles! His attention to paintings, historical facts in each and every room was the guidance I was looking for in a location so full of history! I would book him again and highly recommend the tour, transports still was comfortable and on time!
Worth the money and time.
Doug K,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience, guide was very knowledgeable. We attended on a Thursday at 1:30, on August 28th, and it was very crowded. Make sure you do Garden too.
Family trip
Jim L,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Trip was well organized. We took a bus to and from which was nice. Versailles is amazing and a must see !
The tour of the inside of...
Michael S,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
4.00The tour of the inside of Versailles was incredible and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. The 1.5 hr break for the full day tour was way too much so we opted to leave early with the half day tour. The gardens are nice but really not much to see there it’s more if you want to walk for a long period to time . Mixed about weather I would recommend
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