Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch in Paris, France
Paris, France

Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch

Outty Ranking 73 4.2 · 2,017 traveler reviews9.5 hoursFrom €192
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73/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.2/5

Based on 2,017 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch worth booking?

Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch is a 9.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from €192 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 2,017 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
73 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (2,017)
Duration
9.5 hours
From
€192 per person

Think of France and what comes to mind? Chances are the Palace of Versailles and the Impressionists are up there in your top ten. However fleeting your visit, you do have time to experience a bit of both, thanks to our day trip from Paris. Ever wanted to step into one of Monet’s paintings? Your wish is our command! Wander through the lush gardens of the artist’s residence, inspiration for his Nympheas, among others. After lunch, head to Versailles, royal pad to three King Louis. From the moment you approach this imposing Palace, we dare you not to gasp at its lavish splendor. In fact, you’ll probably keep your mouth open for the rest of your visit!

What you get

    About this experience

    Think of France and what comes to mind? Chances are the Palace of Versailles and the Impressionists are up there in your top ten. However fleeting your visit, you do have time to experience a bit of both, thanks to our day trip from Paris. Ever wanted to step into one of Monet’s paintings? Your wish is our command! Wander through the lush gardens of the artist’s residence, inspiration for his Nympheas, among others. After lunch, head to Versailles, royal pad to three King Louis. From the moment you approach this imposing Palace, we dare you not to gasp at its lavish splendor. In fact, you’ll probably keep your mouth open for the rest of your visit!

    What's included

    Included

    • If audioguided option selected make sure your phone is fully charged. Don’t forget your headphones
    • Entrance tickets with priority access to both attractions
    • If guided option selected: Guided visit of the Royal Apartments of the Palace of Versailles
    • If guided option selected: Guided visit of Giverny gardens and free time in Monet's house
    • 3 courses lunch
    • If guided option selected: Service of a licensed guide with individual earphones
    • Free time in the marvellous Versailles gardens
    • If audioguide option selected: audiocommentaries to be downloaded through a mobile app
    • Round trip transportation from Paris by luxury air-conditioned coach.

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Gratuities
    • If audioguided option selected: individual earphones are not included

    What you'll see and do

    1. Fondation Claude Monet

      Home to Impressionist maestro Monet from 1833 until his demise in 1926.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    2. The Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet

      Walk across the Japanese bridge you’ve seen somewhere before and catch your reflection in that water lily pond..

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Time for a hearty lunch at the Moulin de Fourges, an 18th-century mill inspired by Marie Antoinette’s hamlet. Drinks included.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Monument a Louis XIV

      Leading us nicely on to your next stop: Versailles where you will see Louis XIV's Statue on a horse.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Palace of Versailles

      Compare and contrast your interior décor to that of Louis XIV and his wife.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    6. La Galerie des Glaces

      Then waltz through the vast Hall of Mirrors. Your tour guide is at hand to answer your questions.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

      Your tour guide is at hand to answer your questions. You’re in for a treat (and numerous photo ops) in the palace’s back garden, and no garden worth its name would be complete without a fountain, sculpture, forest or two. If you’re lucky (if you choose the right date, that is), you’ll catch the Musical Fountains show, when the gardens’ numerous water features boogie to the rhythm of Louis XIV’s favorite tunes.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    45 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador Please be at the meeting point 20 min prior to departure time. In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    45 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador Please be at the meeting point 20 min prior to departure time. In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

    Options you can book

    • Guided Small Group with Lunch

      Duration: 10 hours 3-course lunch: 3-course lunch in a charming country restaurant. GV Max 15 pax: ALL DAY GUIDED GIVERNY AND VERSAILLES (priority access) WITH LUNCH, FROM PARIS IN A SMALL GROUP (1-15)

    • Guided Group with Lunch

      Duration: 10 hours 3-course lunch: 3-course lunch in a charming country restaurant. GVA: ALL DAY GUIDED GIVERNY AND VERSAILLES (priority access) WITH LUNCH, FROM PARIS

    • Multilingual Audio-Guided Tour

    • Audio-guided with Lunch

      Audioguide : Audioguide for Giverny and Versailles in 10 languages available via downloading mobile application. Round Trip transportation : Round Trip transportation by air-conditioned coach from Paris. Duration: 10 hours 3-course lunch: 3-course lunch in a charming country restaurant. GOVO: ALL DAY AUDIO GUIDED GIVERNY AND VERSAILLES VISIT, WITH LUNCH FROM PARIS

    • Guided Tour in English

    • English Small Group Tour

    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
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Extime Travel

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • The tour allows enough time to visit Versailles’ Great Royal Apartments and Monet’s Gardens only
    • The Versailles Musical Fountains Show takes place on Saturdays and Sundays
    • Baby strollers are forbidden inside the Versailles Palace. This tour is not suitable for clients with walking difficulties.
    • During the high season, this popular destination can experience significant crowds. As a result, there may be some unavoidable queues.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,015 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Value for money

    4 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Traveler reviews

    2,015 verified traveler reviews for Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    1,056
    4 star
    518
    3 star
    227
    2 star
    129
    1 star
    85
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    Thomas_J · October 2026

    Two great locations, absolutely the number one tour guide!

    The two locations are fabulous, of course, but spending the day with Camille was a treat. She is certified and has Masters' degrees in art history. But not only her knowledge is super great, but also her enthusiasm and love for the subjects and enjoyment of people. We had a thoroughly lovely day with her (and our drive Medi, too!). I recommend this. We paid for the more limited size tour and it was very nice to have the closeness with Camille.

    via Viator

    Frank_W · October 2026

    Camille was great. She...

    Camille was great. She was entertaining and very knowledgeable about both Giverny and Versailles. It was a long tour but worth it. .

    via Viator

    zulie_r · October 2026

    Do one thing per day- not both

    This is too much for one day so either it has to start earlier or only do one place per day. There was only 1.5 hrs at Monet’s house which is not enough to see his house, the gardens, and use the restroom and/or get something from the gift shop. The lines are outrageous and we went on a lighter day because many people thought there would be a strike preventing metro and Versailles from being accessible. We had more time at lunch which was totally unnecessary and could have been time used at Monet’s home so everyone on the tour could have visited the gardens, but many were not able to do so, myself included. Then, when we get to Versailles, more time was spent acting out the story than necessary. Camille would take so long to cover the story and was so theatrical, many visitors thought she was acting out a play. And once again, because she was long winded, the time to visit the gardens was shortened, making it so that only a small part of it was visited.

    via Viator

    Patrick_C · October 2026

    Wonderful Giverny trip - less so about Versailles

    Amazing tour! Our guide Camille was fabulous! She was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the trip. It helped the weather was lovely - sunny skies and high of 27C. Shout out to our bus driver Nabil who expertly navigated us through some challenging moments. Versailles was a bit underwhelming but if you haven’t seen a royal palace before this would be worth the visit.

    via Viator

    Maryrose_S · September 2026

    Tour with Alex at Giverney and Versailles

    It is a lot of walking mostly flat. Lovely grounds at Giverney. Not rushed at all. Delightful lunch at a country French restaurant. Then on to Versailles for a tour which again involves walking and many stairs. But our wonderful tour guide Alex paced the tours. She was a plethora of knowledge without being overkill on the details. We would definitely recommend this tour package with their guide Alex (Alexandria). The bus was modern, clean and the driver was excellent as well

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    9.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    €192 to €325
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    706
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Paris CityVision, who run 80 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.3.

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    Why this scores 73

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)43
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)84
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch: questions travelers ask

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    How much does Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at €192 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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 9.5 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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 2,017 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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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    Around 706 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 9.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch 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.

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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.

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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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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    Included: If audioguided option selected make sure your phone is fully charged. Don’t forget your he; Entrance tickets with priority access to both attractions; If guided option selected: Guided visit of the Royal Apartments of the Palace of Versaille; If guided option selected: Guided visit of Giverny gardens and free time in Monet's house; and 3 courses lunch. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Gratuities; and If audioguided option selected: individual earphones are not included. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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    45 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador Please be at the meeting point 20 min prior to departure time. In case of problem. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch 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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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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 Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Baby strollers are forbidden inside the Versailles Palace. This tour is not suitable for c. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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    Across 2,017 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    What booking options are available for Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch?

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    There are 6 options to choose from, including Guided Small Group with Lunch, Guided Group with Lunch, Multilingual Audio-Guided Tour, Audio-guided with Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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