From Paris: Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Get skip-the-line entry to the Versailles Palace on a guided tour of its exquisite rooms and galleries. Admire the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors.
About This Activity
- FREE cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Live tour guide: Italian, Spanish, English, French, German
Highlights
- Travel back in time and discover the impressive history of the Palace of Versailles
- Beat the huge crowds and jump straight in with your pre-booked time slot
- Explore the Hall of Mirrors and King's and Queen's State Apartments
- Be guided by an expert guide through the emblematic royal Château
- Learn about French royalty, including King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette
FULL DESCRIPTION
Discover the splendor, beauty, and history of Versailles Palace on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Step inside via a priority entrance and follow an expert guide through the lavish halls of this iconic French architectural masterpiece. Arrive at the meeting point to meet your guide who will give you a friendly introduction about the royal complex and lead you inside to begin exploring one of the largest palaces in the world.
See the ornate King’s and Queen’s State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors, one of the most emblematic rooms in the Versailles C... Read more
Discover the splendor, beauty, and history of Versailles Palace on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Step inside via a priority entrance and follow an expert guide through the lavish halls of this iconic French architectural masterpiece. Arrive at the meeting point to meet your guide who will give you a friendly introduction about the royal complex and lead you inside to begin exploring one of the largest palaces in the world.
See the ornate King’s and Queen’s State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors, one of the most emblematic rooms in the Versailles Château and where many events of great historic significance took place, including the Treaty of Versailles. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XVI to his wife, Marie Antoinette. Listen as your guide brings these legendary characters to life with entertaining storytelling.
Enjoy plenty of opportunities to ask questions during this interactive tour. Afterward, feel free to explore the palace or stroll through the gardens on your own.
Including
- Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Palace of Versailles
- 90-minute guided tour
- Access to the gardens only from November to March (free during winter)
Not Including
- Entrance ticket to Marie Antoinette’s estate and the Trianon
- Musical fountain shows
- Transfers to/from Paris
- Access to the gardens from April to October
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Availability
Frequently Asked Questions
- The palace gardens are free from November through March. On these days you can visit the garden for free after your guided tour
- There are no musical or fountain shows on days when the gardens are free to enter
- Between April and October, there is a fee to access the gardens
- The gardens close at 5:30 PM on certain dates (May 27, every Saturday between June 10 and September 23, July 14, August 15, October 29, and October 31) and from November through March
- After the tour you are allowed to stay in the palace until it closes
- The gardens may close without notice due to bad weather conditions
- During peak times the palace can be very crowded and there may be a short wait at the group entrance
- Please be aware that the train from Paris to Versailles takes approximately 1 hour. There are 2 options with public transport: 1. Take a train to the Versailles Rive Droite station (Take line L via Saint Lazare or La Défense) then it’s a 25-minute walk to the meeting point. 2. Take a train to Versailles Chantiers station (Take line N via Montparnasse or line U via La Défense) then it’s a 15-minute walk to the meeting point
- Not allowed: pets, weapons or sharp objects, food and drinks, luggage or large bags, selfie sticks and umbrellas
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