Private Tour
Versailles Private Half Day Guided Tour Hotel Pickup & Transfer
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
On your private half day tour, you don’t just see the iconic sites at Versailles: you’ll be immersed in the history of the Sun King’s palace. After pickup from your preferred address in Paris, enjoy a totally private tour accompanied by your expert guide.
At the Palace of Versailles, your guide tailors the visit to your interests for a truly personal experience. You will explore the classic French gardens and step into history, seeing iconic rooms inside the Palace. Finally, enjoy complimentary macarons, a favorite treat of Marie Antoinette!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers are required to provide the address of the hotel/apartment for the pick up.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Tickets to this UNESCO World Heritage Site
5-hour tour with round-trip transport by luxury vehicle with chauffeur
Guided Visit of the Palace of Versailles with your personal guide, tailored to your interests
Guided Walk in the Versailles Gardens
Box of macarons, a treat appreciated by Marie Antoinette
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Palace of Versailles
Visit the Royal Palace of Versailles, home of the French Monarchy. Your private guide brings history to life as you admire the War Room, the Peace Room, Louis XV’s Council Chamber, Louis XIV’s Bedchamber, and the Bull’s Eye Antechamber. In the State Apartments, you'll hear about King Louis XIV's love for grand entertainments and the significance of each of the seven rooms. The stories come alive as you pass billiard rooms, ballrooms, and lavish areas like the Apollo Salon, where Louis XIV hosted concerts and receptions — the grand throne room is a true symbol of the decadence at this World Heritage Site. You'll also have the chance to see the Queen's Apartments, specifically the Queen's Bedchamber, whose last resident was Marie Antoinette. Throughout this part of the tour, your guide will share insights on royal etiquette, revealing surprising rules that controlled every aspect of life at the royal court, both day and night.
The Royal Chapel
Admire the Royal Chapel, completed in 1710 at the end of Louis XIV’s reign. Here your guide will divulge the traditions, music, and ceremonies that took place inside the chapel. Inside, you will also receive a lesson on the Absolute Monarchy: the belief that the King was elected by God. Pay attention to the Gothic-inspired features, as well as the more traditional architectural style of European palatine chapels.
Options
Versailles Private Half Day Guided Tour Hotel Pickup & Transfer
Pickup included
Reviews
132 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Paris to Versailles
MsJTV,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the moment we met until hotel return, Anneli shared her knowledge of history, architecture, art and food. She had a very engaging demeanor as she shared all things Versailles. I am a docent and board member of an art museum so my standards are quite high. Anneli was the epitome of a guide!!!
A first rate experience!
7956,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a terrific full day at Versailles with our tour guide Lorenzo! Lorenzo was also our private guide to Notre Dame! He was extremely knowledgeable about French history, the specific history of Versailles and shared some great insights on the rationale by the king for moving the entire court outside of Paris. We walked away with a new appreciation of the history, the motives, life at Versailles and a much better understanding of this important chapter in French history. The whole experience was professional, courteous and the caliber of the tour guide was excellent!
Perfect Tour of Versailles!!
ssmiller2015,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour! Anneli and her driver picked us up at our hotel. Made us feel comfortable and welcome immediately. She paced the tour to our needs and abilities; just what we had hoped for. Thank you for giving us a great overview of the beauty and majesty of Versailles
Best way to see Versailles
gracerP9544IW,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Starting from the private car ride to Versailles, to navigating the crowds, and hitting all the highlights… we learned so much in an enjoyable way with Louis. He is an outstanding guide and we valued him so much we even booked an additional Louvre visit with him! Thank you for a great experience!
Great guide and visit in style to Versaille
NitinD981,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Did a private half day tour with Paris to Versailles company. It included pick up at the hotel in a Mercedes, guide the full time and drop off at the hotel after the visit. The guide, Luigi, was outstanding - very knowledge about the history of Versailles and regaled my wife and I with stories about the place. Would highly recommend him as well as the company.
Informative, private half day tour!
mrstephens2015,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the half day private Versailles tour and it did not disappoint. We met our guide outside the gates and proceeded to the gardens as our entry time was a bit later. Our guide "Mattew", was very informative and continued to adapt our tour to our needs. We had a lengthy visit out side in the gardens and then proceeded in to the tour of Versailles. The tour satisfied all our questions and needs, would recommend!!
Lovely half-day visit to Versailles
stephwilshire,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely morning with Monty at Versailles. He was prompt and delightful. It was great being able to go through the much shorter guide-only line instead of waiting in the huge general entrance line. He has an immense amount of knowledge and he was able to show us the highlights in an efficient manner. I had my 12 year old daughter in tow, so 3 hrs was just the right amount of time to hold her interest.
Perfect day trip!
Jane G,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Perfect amount of time and balance between the palace and gardens. Wonderful car service with a tremendous guide who explained the history on our ride.
Great experience!
BackPacker489741,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fabulous, memorable, educational, and FUN tour! We highly recommend this tour and really want to thank "H" for all his knowledge.
Tour of The Palace of Versailles
bobbywD8554WD,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day touring the Palace of Versailles, and were truly blessed to have Monty as our guide. Monty had a passion for history and provided us with in depth detail regarding the history of the palace and its inhabitants (King Louis, Marie Antoinette) We also had a private driver that transported us back and forth from Paris. Highly recommend!
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