Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris

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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Option to continue exploring the gardens and Trianon Estate
  • Small group of 20 or fewer people
  • Introduction to the Gardens
  • A local, English-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of the Palace
  • Round-trip transportation by train from Paris to Versailles

✗ Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food & Beverages
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

1
Stop 1
Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a comfortable ride together by train to Versailles. After a short stroll to the palace, your guided tour will begin.
2
Stop 2
Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you'll discover over 2,000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court. This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court's lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace's stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.
3
Stop 3
The Hall of Mirrors is undoubtedly the most renowned room in the entire Palace of Versailles, measuring almost 70 yards in length and featuring an astonishing 357 mirrors. Originally designed to reflect light and protect the walls from smoke, the mirrors created an enchanting effect by reflecting candlelight throughout the room. On June 28th, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of World War I, was signed in this iconic room. With thousands of rooms to explore, a self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles can be overwhelming. A guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide is the perfect way to make sure you see all the highlights, including the opulent King's State Apartments and the apartments of Louis XV's daughters.
4
Stop 4
Your journey through Versailles doesn't stop at the palace - your guide will introduce you to the legendary Gardens of Versailles and will share some of the garden's captivating stories. Covering almost 2,000 acres, these immaculately tended gardens boast over 400 sculptures and 1,400 fountains, and have inspired countless other gardens around the world. But your tour doesn't end there! With your ticket, you'll also have access to Marie-Antoinette's Trianon Estate, a separate palace-like complex located within the larger Versailles grounds. After the intro to the gardens, you can either choose to explore this estate at own pace, and when you're ready, head back to Paris at your own convenience, or join our guide back to Paris after the introduction to the gardens.

Meeting & End Point

📍
Meeting Point
Next to Cafe Pierre Herme, outside the Pont de l'Alma metro station. Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a bright red 'The Tour Guy' sign!
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End Point
Clients have the option to either stay and explore Versailles at their leisure or return back to Paris once the tour concludes.

Good to Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that the scheduled time access can be slowed down on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace
  • 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.
  • We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved
  • Please note that the tour departs promptly at the scheduled start time. If you are not checked in by then, the group will have to depart for Versailles without you. Once the tour has departed, we cannot guarantee your participation.
  • The meeting point for tours running July 15 to August 31, 2025 will be updated due to RER C maintenance. Check voucher for details.

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Special Instructions

• Please read the meeting point instructions in advance. It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 - 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• Large bags, backpacks, luggage, umbrellas (if exceeding 55 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm), tripods, strollers and baby carriers cannot be brought into the Palace of Versailles. In general, any items exceeding 55 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm are not permitted
• We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line.
• 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.
• The sites we visit on our tours are among the most popular in the world. Please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours/high season.
• We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected, however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.
• Photography and filming is strictly prohibited in the temporary exhibition rooms.

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