From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 899 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access worth booking?
From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access is a 4-hour experience in Paris, France, from €75 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 899 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (899)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- €75 per person
Start by meeting at a central point in Paris and transfer by bus to Versailles. Upon arrival, access the palace through a separate entrance. Then, discover the opulence, beauty, and history of the palace on an interactive guided tour. During the 90-minute tour, see the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the emblematic Hall of Mirrors. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XIV to Marie Antoinette. Hear about the many fascinating historical events that took place in the palace's rooms. After your tour of the palace, take some free time to stroll around the beautiful French Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens if option selected. Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate and controversial hamlet by choosing the Fullday option. Finally, hop back on the bus for your journey back to central Paris.
What you get
- Garden Access: including the Musical Show (weekdays)/ Fountain Show (weekends) from April to October
- Guided tour of the gardens (if option selected)
- Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for the Palace
- Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access
- Round-Trip Comfortable Bus Transfer to and from Versailles, departing from the meeting point
- Guided tour of Marie-Antoinette's Estate (if option selected)
About this experience
Start by meeting at a central point in Paris and transfer by bus to Versailles. Upon arrival, access the palace through a separate entrance. Then, discover the opulence, beauty, and history of the palace on an interactive guided tour. During the 90-minute tour, see the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the emblematic Hall of Mirrors. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XIV to Marie Antoinette. Hear about the many fascinating historical events that took place in the palace's rooms. After your tour of the palace, take some free time to stroll around the beautiful French Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens if option selected. Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate and controversial hamlet by choosing the Fullday option. Finally, hop back on the bus for your journey back to central Paris.
What's included
Included
- Garden Access: including the Musical Show (weekdays)/ Fountain Show (weekends) from April to October
- Guided tour of the gardens (if option selected)
- Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for the Palace
- Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access
- Round-Trip Comfortable Bus Transfer to and from Versailles, departing from the meeting point
- Guided tour of Marie-Antoinette's Estate (if option selected)
Not included
- Admission for infant under 6 years old
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- On-board restrooms
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Palace of Versailles
Skip the long entrances lines and begin your guided tour through the Versailles Palace, where you’ll discover the palace’s history and significance. Learn how it functioned as the center of political power in France from 1682 to 1789.
90 minutes here · Admission included
La Galerie des Glaces
Explore the palace’s unique and elaborate interior, including the king’s state apartments and the famous Hall of Mirrors.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
On a self-tour, discover the magnificent Gardens of Versailles, which contain about 210,000 flowers planted annually within the gardens’ 1,977 acres (800 hectares). Today, the Gardens of Versailles are one of the most visited sites in France.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Meet us in the GetYourGuide shop, 62 avenue de Suffren 75015 Paris
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
PALACE TOUR + GARDENS ACCESS
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. Versailles Palace tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens.
Palace & Gardens Guided Tour
Half day tour in the afternoon: This option includes the Versailles Palace shared tour and a 45-minute guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
Full Access and Guided Tour
Fullday Tour : This option includes the Versailles palace shared tour, gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate tour Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation.
AM:Palace tour & Garden access
Morning Half Day Tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
FULL DAY TOUR
Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation. Fullday: This option includes a guided tour of the palace, the gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate (Trianon).
AM: Palace tour +garden access
8:15 AM tour with garden acces: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
PALACE + GARDENS TOUR
Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. Palace and gardens tour: This option includes the Versailles Palace shared tour and a 45-minute guided tour of the gardens.
PM:Palace tour +garden access
Afternoon half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
AM:Palace tour&Garden access
Morning Half Day tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
PM:Palace tour & Garden access
Afternoon Half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
8:30am - Full Access Tour
Fullday: This option includes a guided tour of the palace, the gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate (Trianon). Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation.
PM :Palace tour+gardens access
Afternoon Half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: This activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- GetYourGuide France
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For safety reasons, children under 6 years old are NOT permitted on this tour. Please do not arrive with children under 6, as participation will be denied.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at the time stated on your voucher. In case of late arrival for check-in or missing the bus, we cannot guarantee access to the palace. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur additional fees.
- The palace gardens are free from November to March, so no tickets are required during this period. (Prices are adjusted accordingly) There are no musical or fountain shows during these months.
- No Onboard Restrooms: Please note that there are no toilet facilities available on the bus.
- In the rare event that the bus transfer cannot operate due to unforeseen circumstances, public transport will be used instead, accompanied by a GetYourGuide representative.
- The fullday option (with Trianon Estate) involves significant walking and is not recommended for those with mobility issues
- Please note that the duration of the activity may vary depending on traffic conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 893 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
893 verified traveler reviews for From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Average
This was way too expensive for the value. I signed up through TripAdvisor and the tour was transferred to get your Guide. The guide was ok, she asked us a few times if we wanted to do the garden tour, which we also had paid for she said if we don’t feel like doing that no problem we don’t have to. Seemed like she didn’t want to take us on the garden tour part.
via Tripadvisor
Stephanie did a great job...
Stephanie did a great job explaining the background of Louie the 14th and the history of the grounds.
via Viator
UsinFrance
It was wonderful and our guide, Sofie, was excellent. If you go I recommend that you request her! She was a wealth of knowledge and shared history in the most brilliant way!!
via Viator
Best guide is Barbara!
First of all the tour was fantastic! What made it extra special was our guide Barbara! If there is a way to request her, do it! Barbara brought history to life. When my son and I come back to Paris, we will do whatever we have to to get Barbara as our guide! You won’t be disappointed!
via Viator
Enjoyable and informative tour
The start point may be a bit out of the way, depending on where you are staying .But the tour and the guide thru the palace were good
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- €75 to €185
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 315
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by GetYourGuide France, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.4.
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From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access cost?
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Prices start at €75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 899 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Around 315 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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What is included in From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Included: Garden Access: including the Musical Show (weekdays)/ Fountain Show (weekends) from April; Guided tour of the gardens (if option selected); Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for the Palace; Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access; and Round-Trip Comfortable Bus Transfer to and from Versailles, departing from the meeting poi. Not included: Admission for infant under 6 years old; Hotel pickup and drop-off; On-board restrooms; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Meet us in the GetYourGuide shop, 62 avenue de Suffren 75015 Paris Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: The fullday option (with Trianon Estate) involves significant walking and is not recommend. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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Across 899 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including PALACE TOUR + GARDENS ACCESS, Palace & Gardens Guided Tour, Full Access and Guided Tour, AM:Palace tour & Garden access. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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