Versailles Palace and Marie Antoinette's Estate with Expert Guide

Overview

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8 hours 30 minutes

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Step into the opulent world of French royalty with our Palace of Versailles & Marie Antoinette's Hamlet Guided Tour. This fully guided experience includes all entrance fees and expert commentary from a first-class local guide. Walk through the legendary Hall of Mirrors and the King’s apartments at the Versailles Palace, explore the stunning royal gardens, and visit The Queen’s Estate, a stunning picturesque retreat built for Marie Antoinette. From the lavish Hall of Mirrors to the exquisite royal gardens and the charming Queen’s Hamlet, this tour offers a comprehensive and captivating exploration of one of France’s most iconic landmarks.

The expert local guide will give you a full introduction to the Palace before you enter the Versailles Palace, offering rich insights into its history and design, bringing to life the intrigues and daily routines of the royal court, painting a vivid picture of court life in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.

Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All entrance fees included for a hassle-free experience and the Petit transfer train

Free time in the gardens, including a break for lunch (guests may bring their own packed lunch)

Fully guided 8.5-hour tour of the Versailles Palace, Gardens, and The Queen’s Hamlet

Skip-the-line entrance to the Palace of Versailles and world-famous Hall of Mirrors

Small group experience for personalised attention from your guide

Transportation / Hotel Pick Up & Hotel Drop Off / Food and Drinks / Guide Tip

What To Expect

The guide will provide a comprehensive introduction to the Palace of Versailles, ensuring guests have the historical context before entering. This introduction will take place while waiting in the security line or in the courtyard if the line moves quickly. Why did the King choose to build so far from Paris? How did a simple hunting lodge evolve into the most renowned palace of its time? More importantly, how did he use it to keep the aristocracy under his control, making them compete for even the smallest favours? We will explore the daily life, etiquette, and political strategy behind Versailles' grandeur. Once inside, guests can discover the palace at their own pace with an audio guide, allowing for a deeper, personalised experience.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Palace of Versailles

Once inside, our expert guide will lead guests through the palace, offering rich insights into its history and design. As the group explore the luxurious King’s and Queen’s Apartments, they will learn about the life of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," who transformed Versailles into the dazzling symbol of his reign. The expert local guide will bring to life the intrigues and daily routines of the royal court, painting a vivid picture of court life in the 17th and 18th centuries. As you explore the luxurious King’s and Queen’s Apartments with a narrated audio guide, learn about the life of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," who transformed Versailles into the dazzling symbol of his reign. A true highlight of the tour is the Hall of Mirrors, where treaties were signed, and opulent parties were held. As you stand in this glittering gallery, surrounded by ornate mirrors and chandeliers, you will see in person the historical significance of this iconic room, where world history was made.

1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Included

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