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Overview

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 the version that fits you best: travel round-trip by train from Paris with a standard group, keep things personal in a small group, or meet directly at Versailles for a shorter on-site tour without transport.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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.

End Point

End point

You have the option to either stay and explore Versailles at your leisure or return back to Paris once the tour concludes.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Paris
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.)
Duration: 60 mins
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.
Duration: 90 mins
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.)
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

Guide tips

Guided tour of the Gardens of Versailles (self-guided only)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon 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

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

Entry into the Palace of Versailles may be slowed down on peak days due to safetey checks.

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.

This 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.

Supplied by The Tour Guy

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