Versailles Palace Tour & Optional Gardens Access from Paris

At a glance

Versailles Palace Tour & Optional Gardens Access from Paris is a 6h guided experience in Paris, France, operated by City Wonders Ltd. Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 1,957 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $84.75 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Gardens of Versailles admission & free time (not included in Palace Only option), Easy round-trip transportation from Paris by air-conditioned coach, Palace of Versailles admission with reserved, timed entry.

Quick facts

Duration

6h

Group

Small group, up to 25 travellers

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h 50m

   Discover the Palace of Versailles in true royal fashion during an extended guided visit. Follow your expert guide through a carefully curated selection of the palace’s most significant rooms, including the State Apartments and Royal Chapel, while learning about the reign of Louis XIV, the lives of his successors, and the court intrigues that shaped French history.
   
   With audio headsets provided, you’ll hear every story clearly—even in the palace’s busiest areas—allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience.

2. Stop 2 · 10m

   Stand beneath glittering chandeliers in the legendary Hall of Mirrors, the setting for royal ceremonies and historic moments that shaped Europe.

3. Stop 3 · 5m

   Admire the elegant Royal Chapel, a masterpiece of French baroque design where kings and queens once worshipped.

4. Stop 4

   An elegant royal theater commissioned by Louis XV, famed for its lavish design and remarkable acoustics.

5. Stop 5 · 1h 15m

   If you’ve selected the gardens option, enjoy free time to explore the Gardens of Versailles at your own pace. Designed by André Le Nôtre, these vast grounds are masterpieces of symmetry, perspective, and symbolism.
   During the Musical Fountain and Musical Garden season (late March/early April through October), music and water displays bring the gardens to life on select days.

6. Stop 6 · 15m

   If you’ve selected the gardens option, take in views of the Grand Canal, a peaceful finale to your visit and a striking symbol of Versailles’ grandeur.

7. Stop 7

   A magnificent chapel showcasing the grandeur and spirituality of the French monarchy (ticket not included)

8. Stop 8

   Marie Antoinette’s enchanting countryside retreat, created as a peaceful escape from court life (ticket not included)

9. Stop 9

   The royal retreats of Versailles, offering a glimpse into the private world of the French royals (ticket not included)

10. Stop 10

    A fascinating collection of royal coaches and ceremonial carriages from the splendor of Versailles (ticket not included)

Meeting point

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child. Please note that our coaches aren’t equipped with ISOFIX anchor points and have limited availability for 3-point seat belts. By booking this tour, parents/guardians acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for ensuring their children are properly restrained.
• From November to March, garden access is free; no ticket required.
• Add a self-guided stroll through the Gardens of Château de Versailles designed by André Le Nôtre. From April to October, a garden ticket is required and included if selected.
• Choose the Full-Day Giverny & Palace of Versailles Combo for a guided tour of Versailles, followed by a visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens in the afternoon.
• While your timed-entry ticket reduces wait time, brief delays at security and entrance lines may still occur, especially during peak season.
• Guests must return on their scheduled coach departure. Alternative return times or later transfers cannot be accommodated.

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions