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Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris
(4280) Reviews
Paris
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Entry into the Palace of Versailles may be slowed down on peak days due to safetey checks.
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We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
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We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Versailles becomes effortless when your tickets and route are handled for you. This guided tour pairs timed entry to the Palace of Versailles with an expert guide who brings the state apartments, the Royal Chapel, and the dazzling Hall of Mirrors to life. You step inside with timed entry and go straight into the former heart of the French court, learning the stories behind the Bourbon monarchy as you go.
After the guided rooms, you receive an introduction to the Gardens of Versailles, then explore the sweeping parterres, fountains, and groves at your own pace, with time to reach the Trianon Estate. It is a relaxed, well-paced way to see the highlights without the stress of planning.
Pick t...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip train tickets from Paris to Versailles (not included with Express option)
Expert, English-speaking guide
Guided train journey to Versailles (not included with Express option)
Introduction to the gardens and free time to explore independently
Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
Timed entry tickets to the Palace of Versailles
Guide tips
Guided tour of the Gardens of Versailles (self-guided only)
Meeting Points
Departure
Saint-Lazare
The meeting point is located just outside Saint-Lazare Station on Cr. de Rome, between the glass Bubble entrance and Les Valises de Tous, the sculpture of stacked suitcases. It’s a well-known landmark directly in front of the station.
Return
Gardens of Versailles
You have the option to either stay and explore Versailles at your leisure or return back to Paris once the tour concludes.
Meet your expert guide at a central Paris metro stop. Then, board the train for the smooth ride out to Versailles, roughly 30 minutes each way. On arrival, a short walk brings you to the palace gates.
(The Express option meets directly at the Palace of Versailles and does not include transport from Paris.)
1 hour
2
Palace of Versailles
Head inside with timed-entry tickets and follow your guide through the opulent state apartments, where the drama and power of the Bourbon court come to life. You take in the soaring Royal Chapel and the elegant Princess' Apartments along the way.
The tour builds to the Hall of Mirrors, the palace's showstopping gallery lined with mirrors and chandeliers, before you explore the King's State Apartments and the political symbolism woven into every room.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
Your guide leads you to the garden entrance for an introduction to the sweeping geometric parterres, fountains, and groves, where the guided experience ends.
From here you are free to wander at your own pace and walk out to the Trianon Estate before returning to Paris with your pre-arranged train ticket.
(The Express option runs about 2 hours and does not include return transport.)
30 minutes
Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris
(4280) Reviews
Paris
About
Versailles becomes effortless when your tickets and route are handled for you. This guided tour pairs timed entry to the Palace of Versailles with an expert guide who brings the state apartments, the Royal Chapel, and the dazzling Hall of Mirrors to life. You step inside with timed entry and go straight into the former heart of the French court, learning the stories behind the Bourbon monarchy as you go.
After the guided rooms, you receive an introduction to the Gardens of Versailles, then explore the sweeping parterres, fountains, and groves at your own pace, with time to reach the Trianon Estate. It is a relaxed, well-paced way to see the highlights without the stress of planning.
Pick t...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip train tickets from Paris to Versailles (not included with Express option)
Expert, English-speaking guide
Guided train journey to Versailles (not included with Express option)
Introduction to the gardens and free time to explore independently
Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
Timed entry tickets to the Palace of Versailles
Guide tips
Guided tour of the Gardens of Versailles (self-guided only)
Meeting Points
Departure
Saint-Lazare
The meeting point is located just outside Saint-Lazare Station on Cr. de Rome, between the glass Bubble entrance and Les Valises de Tous, the sculpture of stacked suitcases. It’s a well-known landmark directly in front of the station.
Return
Gardens of Versailles
You have the option to either stay and explore Versailles at your leisure or return back to Paris once the tour concludes.
