Versailles Palace and Gardens Half Day Guided Tour from Paris

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270 minutes (Approx.)
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Step back in time from Paris to Queen Marie Antoinette’s reign and marvel at the opulent luxury of the Royal Courts on this 4-hour Palace of Versailles guided tour with optional fountain show. Enjoy skip-the-line access and beat the queues to begin your tour. Marvel at the King and Queen’s luxurious Royal Apartments. Stroll along the stunningly beautiful Hall of Mirrors to the Salon de la Guerre and the Salon de la Paix. Wander among royal statues and busts in the palace’s immaculately manicured gardens during your leisure time at the end.The tour includes a return transportation from Paris.

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Things To Know

  • Gardens and Fountains Show ( when operating )
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Conducted by a qualified guide-interpreter (except first Sunday of each month where an audio guide will be provided)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The Fountains Show is only operating during the Summer
  • Please note that during the Olympic Games, and ONLY from July 18th to September 11th 2024, your tour will have a different meeting point. Please check the redemption instructions on your voucher for more information.

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Choose from a morning or afternoon half-day tour then head to Pyramides in central Paris to redeem your voucher.

Arc de Triomphe (Pass-by Only)

Hop aboard your air-conditioned coach and set off through the city for the 1-hour journey to the famous Palace of Versailles.

Monument a Louis XIV

Don't miss the equestrian statue of Louis XIV on the place d'Armes once at Versailles

Palace of Versailles

Follow your guide through the impressive splendour of the King and Queen's State Apartments and gaze in awe at the luxurious decadence the monarchs enjoyed.

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La Galerie des Glaces

Constructed from 1678, the Hall of Mirrors is the palace’s central gallery and links the Salon de la Guerre and the Salon de la Paix with the King and Queen's State Apartments. .

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Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

Enjoy a little free time at the end of your tour to stroll through the beautifully manicured palace gardens at your leisure. Admire the many royal statues, busts and sculptures you come across, and take the time to capture the scenery on camera. Every Saturday night during the summer months, visitors can also enjoy the Versailles fountain shows, during which magnificent displays reveal the skill and artistry of three centuries of French garden design and engineering. The display is accompanied by music composed at the time of Louis XIV's court. At the end of your time at the spectacular Palace of Versailles, hop back in your coach for the short journey back to central Paris where your tour will come to an end Please note: The first Sunday of each month the visit will be unguided, you will be provided with an audio guide.

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I Trianons E Le Hameau (Pass-by Only)

Every Saturday night during the summer months, visitors can also enjoy the Versailles fountain shows, during which magnificent displays reveal the skill and artistry of three centuries of French garden design and engineering. The display is accompanied by music composed at the time of Louis XIV's court. At the end of your time at the spectacular Palace of Versailles, hop back in your coach for the short journey back to central Paris where your tour will come to an end Please note: The first Sunday of each month the visit will be unguided, you will be provided with an audio guide.

Domaine national de Saint-Cloud (Pass-by Only)

The drive back will take you through the suburb of Paris

Louvre Museum (Pass-by Only)

Until you return back ( around 1 houre later)to the departure place facing Joan of Arch Golden Statue

Jardin des Tuileries (Pass-by Only)

Once in Paris, we suggest to stroll around the Area. The district is perfect if you wish to fully experience the city.


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • ***UNTIL JULY 17th*** Please note that during the Olympic Games, from July 18th to September 11th 2024, your tour will depart from 26 boulevard Auguste Blanqui 75013 PARIS

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point


Reviews By Other Travelers

3.7
Based on 427 reviews

What do other 427 guests say about Versailles Palace and Gardens Half Day Guided Tour from Paris

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Karen_L
5
Aug 2024
Great experience. Knowledgeable Guide. No problem finding pick up point. Except for a slight delay with entering which wasn’t their folly, everything went smoothly and we got to see everything on time.
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Melissa_S
5
Aug 2024
A great day exploring Versailles! Guide Francois was superb! So knowledgeable with a storytelling style, he ensured our group stayed together and spent good time in each room. There isn’t a lot of time to explore the gardens on your own (~40 min) but this was a perfect amount of time for our fami...
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kimberlycY8284OZ
5
Aug 2024
Versailles Palace was beautiful and immense. The vistas and gardens were amazing. I am sure I have never seen that much gold leaf in one place before! Our guide was Nati and she looked after us well. Very informative tour. Would recommend.

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Things to know

Included
  • Gardens and Fountains Show ( when operating )
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Conducted by a qualified guide-interpreter (except first Sunday of each month where an audio guide will be provided)
Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The Fountains Show is only operating during the Summer
  • Please note that during the Olympic Games, and ONLY from July 18th to September 11th 2024, your tour will have a different meeting point. Please check the redemption instructions on your voucher for more information.

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
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Accept crypto currencies