Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris in Paris
Paris, France

Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris

Outty Ranking 76 4.6 · 692 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $158

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76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.6/5

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Is Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris worth booking?

Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris is a 4-hour experience in Paris, France, from $158 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 692 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (692)
Duration
4 hours
From
$158 per person

Leave Paris behind for a guided Tour of the Palace of Versailles and discover the home and gardens of Louis XIV, the "Sun King."

What you get

  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Transport by air-conditioned Minibus
  • Local Professional Guide
  • Small-Group Tour (Group up to 16 participants during the Guided Visit)
  • Admission ticket to Palace of Versailles and Gardens

About this experience

Leave Paris behind for a guided Tour of the Palace of Versailles and discover the home and gardens of Louis XIV, the "Sun King."

What's included

Included

  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Transport by air-conditioned Minibus
  • Local Professional Guide
  • Small-Group Tour (Group up to 16 participants during the Guided Visit)
  • Admission ticket to Palace of Versailles and Gardens

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you'll see and do

  1. Palace of Versailles

    The chateau and gardens count among the most prestigious monuments of the world’s artistic heritage, and are certainly the finest and most complete achievement of 17th century French art. Former residence of the ‘Sun King’ Louis XIV, this sumptuous royal palace was home to three of France’s most illustrious Kings for over 100 years. The guided tour of the palace includes the State Apartments of the King and Queen, Royal Chapel and Hall of Mirrors, a richly decorated gallery which boasts 357 mirrors, french bay windows and crystal chandeliers.

    75 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

    Discover the famous gardens à la française ; a 2,000 acre park designed by André le Notre with its magnificent groves, statues, and fountains. Depending on the day and time of the year you join the tour, you will have the opportunity to have a glimpse of the Fountains Show or the Musical Gardens show before returning to Paris.

    60 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Paris

Departure Point: Central Paris, Near the Eiffel Tower Address: The tour starts from the Paris TRIP Agency 41 Avenue de la Bourdonnais - 75007 Paris Directions: Nearest metro station: "Ecole Militaire" (Line 8) Take EXIT 1 (Tour Eiffel), Then get on Avenue de la Bourdonnais until reaching number 41

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Departure Point: Central Paris, Near the Eiffel Tower Address: The tour starts from the Paris TRIP Agency 41 Avenue de la Bourdonnais - 75007 Paris Directions: Nearest metro station: "Ecole Militaire" (Line 8) Take EXIT 1 (Tour Eiffel), Then get on Avenue de la Bourdonnais until reaching number 41

Options you can book

  • PRIVATE TOUR' Upgrade

    PRIVATE TOUR in English: Enjoy Versailles with your Personal English Speaking Guide, only for you and your party.

  • SMALL GROUP Guided in English

    Minivan ENGLISH Guided Tour: Versailles Tour incl. Transport leaving from Paris Group Limited to Max 16 Pax. Palace Tour led by guide in English!

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 8 travelers per booking
Operated by
Paris TRIP

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
  • Strollers or baby carriages are not allowed on this tour

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 692 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

6 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

5 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Value for money

2 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

692 verified traveler reviews for Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
549
4 star
70
3 star
41
2 star
15
1 star
17
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OLIVIA_O · August 2026

Good for condensed time

It was very hott and very busy but our guide Nikola was knowledgeable and quick so there was not a lot of lingering in crowded spaces which I liked. The grounds are enormous and an hour is not enough time to even begin to look around- especially in the heat. Id recommend doing a separate tour with golf cart for the grounds so you can really enjoy it.

via Viator

Donna_C · August 2026

Great Experience

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and appreciated the information that he was able to bring to the experience of going to Versailles and the lifestyle and events of that time period

via Viator

R840UTrobertf · August 2026

Great Tour

Excellent tour. Only problem was with accessing the meeting point on the site. Every time we tried to access that information it would take us to book another tour.

via Tripadvisor

Loretta_A · July 2026

Isabelle was great!

Isabel at Paris Trip to Versailles was amazing and informative! Great conversation and we learned so much.

via Viator

Jennifer_H · July 2026

Versailles with Ricardo

This was our absolute favorite tour while we were in Paris. It was well-organized, the bus was comfortable, and everything ran smoothly. Versailles was more vast and beautiful than we could have imagined. But the best part of the tour was our guide, Ricardo. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided information and insight about Paris and Versailles. He wove all the facts about the kings, history and the palace together in a very interesting way. He was the best tour guide we had. Would highly recommend it!

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
$158 to $961
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
242
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 76

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
Review evidence (18% weight)90
Booking momentum (14% weight)88
Value for money (12% weight)61
Listing quality (10% weight)72
Local standing (8% weight)46
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

How much does Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris cost?

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Prices start at $158 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 Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 692 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris?

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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 Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris?

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Around 242 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Tranportation from Paris 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 Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). 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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