Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour by Bus from Paris
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Step into the grandeur and political drama of the French monarchy with a guided day tour of the Palace of Versailles from Paris. Enjoy access with reserved tickets and travel in comfort aboard a climate-controlled coach from Paris. Marvel at key palace highlights such as the Hall of Mirrors, Royal Apartments, and Royal Chapel. You can also upgrade to stroll through the expansive gardens at your own pace or visit the town of Giverny which includes a visit to Claude Monet's home.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Add a self-guided stroll through the Gardens of Château de Versailles designed by André Le Nôtre. From April to October, a garden ticket is required and included if selected.
From November to March, garden access is free; no ticket required.
Choose the Full-Day Giverny & Palace of Versailles Combo for a visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens before an afternoon tour of Versailles.
While your timed-entry ticket reduces wait time, brief delays at security and entrance lines may still occur, especially during peak season.
We strongly recommend all clients who are traveling with infants to bring their own infant or child seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Round-trip transportation from Paris in an air-conditioned coach
Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Palace of Versailles
Audio-guided visit of Claude Monet's House in Giverny [if Giverny Upgrade Option Selected]
Free time in the village of Giverny [if Giverny Upgrade Option Selected]
Expert, English speaking guide
Entrance tickets & Free time to explore the Gardens of Versailles at your pace [if option selected]
Audio headset so you can always hear your guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Palace of Versailles
The Palace of Versailles in true royal fashion. As your guide shows you around a carefully curated selection of the palace’s 700 rooms, you’ll hear stories of the Sun King, Louis XIV, his successors, their queens, mistresses, and courtiers – including Marie Antoinette and other notable figures. Versailles had its heyday in the 17th and 18th centuries, when the Sun King elevated Louis XIII’s humble hunting lodge into the official seat of the French court – and 300 years later, the palace has lost little of its glamorous excess.
La Galerie des Glaces
Stand in the dazzling Hall of Mirrors, La Galerie des Glaces, the site of royal ceremonies and the 1919 Treaty of Versailles. Discover tales of decadence, diplomacy, and revolution. Visit the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors inside Versailles while our passionate English-speaking guide marvels you with stories of the excesses of royal life, peaking under the Sun King, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
Options
Upgrade: Giverny & Versailles
Full Day Givery & Versailles: Choose this option to extend your trip and visit both Giverny and Versailles in 1 day! Includes Claude Monet's home visit.
Palace & Garden + Musical
Guided small-group tour of Versailles Palace and Gardens and ticket to see the Musical Show
Private air-conditioned coach: Enjoy return transfers from Paris on a private, air-conditioned coach.
Just Palace
This option does not include the tickets to the Gardens
Private air-conditioned coach: Enjoy return transfers from Paris on a private, air-conditioned coach.
Palace & Garden
Private air-conditioned coach: Enjoy return transfers from Paris on a private, air-conditioned coach.
Palace & Garden : Guided small-group tour of Versailles Palace and Gardens.
Palace & Garden + Fountain
Guided small-group tour of Versailles Palace and Gardens and ticket to see the Fountain Show
Private air-conditioned coach: Enjoy return transfers from Paris on a private, air-conditioned coach.
Reviews
1,674 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
Ngoc B,
Oct 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Visiting the Palace of Versailles was an unforgettable experience! The palace is absolutely magnificent, and the gardens are breathtaking. The tour was very well organized, and our guide was excellent so knowledgeable and passionate about the history and stories of French royalty. I forgot our guide’s name, but they truly made the experience special. This was one of the highlights of my trip to France, and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Paris!
Gorgeous house, tour with humor
Katie,
Oct 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour inside the palace was about 90-100 minutes, then you had 2+ hours on your own I the gardens. I wish it had been a guided tour in the gardens, but they are quite large. Some people rented bikes or golf carts, which seems ideal.
Well worth it
Louis M,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Max was our tour guide. He did an excellent job describing the major paintings, statues, and relevant things around the palace. At the end, we had time to view some of the gardens around the palace. It was a bit cold, but the gardens were beautiful!!
Excellent and Informative!!
Franco E,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, George, was excellent! Not only did he provide excellent information regarding the palace, he also showed us pictures to provide visual effect of the message he's conveying. He also added a dose of humor to his presentation which is greatly appreciated! Do expect the palace to be very crowded regardless of the season due to its popularity. On the other hand, one must visit the gorgeous gardens! The view from the fountain outward to the the mini ponds are breathtaking!.
Well worth the time and money!
Arlene N,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mauro is an excellent guide. His explanations of Versailles were easy to understand, interesting and lively.
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