Versailles Full-Day Tour with the Estate of Marie-Antoinette Discount Tickets

Overview

Step into the splendour of the most prestigious royal palace in Europe on this full-day guided tour of Versailles. Walk in the footsteps of kings and queens through the glittering Hall of Mirrors, explore the opulent State Apartments, and stroll the grand gardens where lavish parties once captivated the court of the Sun King. In the afternoon, discover a more intimate side of Versailles with a visit to the private estate of Marie Antoinette. Explore the elegant Petit Trianon, her personal retreat hidden among manicured gardens. Finish your journey in her charming Normandy-style hamlet—complete with vineyard, farm, and vegetable gardens—created as a peaceful escape from court life. With expert commentary and access to both the main palace and the Queen’s hidden domain, this immersive experience reveals the full story of Versailles, from royal glory to private retreat.

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate, from the Petit Trianon to her rustic hamlet.

Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors and royal apartments with an expert guide.

Explore the spectacular gardens that once hosted Versailles’ grandest celebrations.

Benefit from timed entry, all reservations and tickets including Palace, gardens and Petit Trianon

Enjoy an easy, escorted train ride from central Paris

Experience Versailles in full, including areas most visitors never get to see.

Exclusion

Hotel pick up/drop off

Gratuities

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

From 1 April to 31 October, the gardens of the Palace feature special Musical and Fountain Shows. Fountain Shows take place on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as on Tuesdays in May and June and on national holidays. Please note that the fountains operate according to a set schedule — they do not run continuously throughout the day. On the other days of the week during this period, the gardens host the Musical Gardens, where music is played throughout the groves.

There will be a break in the gardens at the end of the morning tour for lunch, where there is a choice of restaurants or sandwich bars.

Please note lunch is at your own expense

You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.

This tour requires a significant amount of walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended

If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your tour departure time. We have to catch a train to Versailles and we cannot wait for late arrivals.

Please note this tour requires a lot of walking. The tour is paced to be comfortable but you will need to be able to walk throughout the whole day. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.