Versailles Palace Guided Tour and Garden Visit from Paris

Step into French royal life, explore breathtaking gardens, and enjoy roundtrip coach transportation

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· 6.00h · Paris, France

Versailles Palace Guided Tour and Garden Visit from Paris

Skip the Line at the Palace of Versailles

Versailles is one of the most iconic landmarks in France, but its popularity often means long waits and crowded spaces. This tour ensures you bypass the lines, giving you more time to explore the majestic palace and its spectacular gardens. With an expert guide, you'll uncover the fascinating history of Versailles, enjoying a smooth, stress-free experience that allows you to fully immerse yourself in its beauty.

What You Get With This Tour

Friendly English-speaking guide
Roundtrip transportation
Entrance tickets for Château de Versailles
Gardens of the Palace of Versailles
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Group size of 25 people
Hotel pick up and drop off
Guide gratuities
Food and beverages

Tour Itinerary

1

Meeting point
Meet your guide and group in front of the Church Notre-Dame de Compassion
2

Versailles Palace
Admire the lavish estate grounds of the Palace of Versailles as your guide explains the fascinating history of this opulent palace
3

Hall of Mirrors
Marvel at the palace’s most famous room, an extravagant Baroque-style gallery which is adorned by 357 opulent mirrors
4

Grand Apartments
Explore the former rooms of the French royal family, admiring their extravagant tapestries and ornate gilded moldings
5

Versailles Palace Splendor
Immerse yourself in the world of royal splendor as you wander through opulent State Rooms and the lavish Queen’s Chamber
6

Gardens of Versailles
Follow your expert guide through the exquisite Palace Gardens, while learning about their fascinating history and significance
7

Fountains of Versailles
Marvel at the fifty breathtaking fountains dotted throughout the incredibly well manicured Gardens of Versailles
8

This tour ends at Porte Maillot
Your breathtaking tour ends at a convenient metro station in Paris, allowing you to easily continue exploring the City of Light!

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. If you have concerns about your mobility, we suggest taking a Private Golden Versailles Palace and Garden Tour.
Tour Changes: Most of the time, this tour is run by bus, but on some occasions, transportation will be handled by train, allowing you to avoid traffic.
Please Note: The visit to the gardens is self-guided. You will have 2 hours of free time to explore the gardens.
ID Requirement: Please bring a valid government-issued ID.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.

Your 6-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Guided tour of the Palace
Self- guided exploration of the Gardens of Versailles
Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles
Round-trip transportation by private coach from Paris to Versailles
Entrance tickets for the Château de Versailles
Headsets if needed
Free time to explore Versailles at your own pace
Maximum group size of 25

What to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes
Water bottle
Light jacket or umbrella (if rain is forecast)
Government-issued ID

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Cristina A Cardalda, 15 October 2025

Frankly it was really bad. The tour guide barely gave information or just informationso basic anyone would know it. Plus he has quite an attitude whenever you asked questions. Everything was rushed and no real experience of the place. I would have appreciated a map or floor plan to the palace, for the price we pay. I am extremely disapointed in the tour guy. I had a tour ro The Vatican before with The tour guy and was so happy for such an intelligent, comprehensive and lively tour that I retained you for Versailles. Not anymore. The experience was rushed and condescending to us. Also, the instructions for the meeting point were confusing. Very. I got lost and barely made it. And I wasnt the only one.

Erin Marthaler, 05 October 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you since you’ll be outside in the gardens for much of this tour. You’ll also need to make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunscreen on sunny days or a jacket or umbrella if it looks like rain.

What to bring?

Is a guided tour of the gardens included?

No. The visit to the gardens is self guided

How much walking does this tour involve?

Quite a lot. Aside from the train ride, you’ll be on your feet for most of the tour, and you’ll climb a few sets of stairs too.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

If you have concerns about your mobility, we suggest taking a Private Golden Versailles Palace and Garden Tour so we can better accommodate your needs.

Is lunch included with this tour?

Lunch isn’t included, but food can be purchased at Versailles Palace or in town. Your guide will be happy to offer some recommendations.

Is this tour run by the Tour Guy?

This tour is run by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Paris.

What happens if it rains?

We run our Versailles tours rain or shine.

Is there any chance this tour will be canceled?

On the rare occasion the tour is canceled, we'll inform you as soon as possible. We will work with you to reschedule your tour when possible or provide a full refund.

Can I bring my kids and do I have to pay for them?

Yes, kids are welcome and children under 14 years of age pay a discounted fee, while infants under 1 year of age can join for free. It is strongly recommended to bring your own infant or child seat to ensure the safety of your child.

Is this tour always held by coach?

Most of the time, yes. On some occasions, transportation will be handled by train, allowing you to avoid traffic.

Will I have to wait in line?

This tour includes skip-the-line tickets to Versailles Palace. On occasions, and due to increased security measures in Paris, some lines may form during security checks.

Where does this tour end?

This tour ends at the initial meeting point in front of the Church Notre-Dame de Compassion.

Can we meet at Versailles?

Unfortunately due to the timing and logistics of this tour, it is not possible to meet up with your guide at Versailles. If you are looking for a tour that starts at Versailles, we recommend our From Versailles: Palace and Gardens Tour