• Paris :Palace of Versailles Live English Guided Tour (Versailles Exclusive)

    Paris :Palace of Versailles Live English Guided Tour (Versailles Exclusive)

    On a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets, discover the magnificence, elegance, and history of Versailles Palace. Follow an expert tour through the opulent halls of this classic French architectural masterpiece via a priority admission.See the ornate King’s and Queen’s State Apartments, as well as the gleaming Hall of Mirrors, one of the most iconic rooms…

  • Paris and Versailles Full day Guided Discovery tour

    Paris and Versailles Full day Guided Discovery tour

    – Paris hotel or apartment pickup & return Private deluxe- Air-conditionned vehicle – Experienced driver at yourdisposal during 8 hours- Photo-stops- Photos of historical andfamous sites of the city- Free time to visit Ile de la Citéwith Notre-Dame Cathedral- Uninterrupted view of theEiffel Tower during a photostop- Free time to visit theMontmartre district- Tour Language:…

  • Private tour of Paris by amphibious bus from Versailles Castel.

    Private tour of Paris by amphibious bus from Versailles Castel.

    Our circuit is unique, because it is part of slow tourism: with its small size, it is considered a ‘small boat’. It allows us to be attentive to each of our passengers, we take the time to discuss with you, to share with you the life of the sailors for example, or of the river…

  • Private Guided Tour of Versailles Palace

    Private Guided Tour of Versailles Palace

    Listed for 30 years as a World Heritage Site, the Palace of Versailles is one of the finest achievements of French art in the 17th century. The former hunting lodge of Louis XIII was transformed and enlarged by his son Louis XIV who installed his court and his government there in 1682. Until the French…

  • Private tour: Palace of Versailles, Gardens (tickets included)

    Private tour: Palace of Versailles, Gardens (tickets included)

    Enjoy the fantastic symbols of which remain of France’s absolute monarchy, and see the masterful achievements of 18th century art and Baroque architecture that remains.Meet your private licensed guide at the entrance of the Palace, where you will then enter to enjoy the decadent interior of the palace, and the spectacular beauty of the Gardens…

  • Versailles Palace and Gardens Priority Access Audio Guided Tour with Trianon

    Versailles Palace and Gardens Priority Access Audio Guided Tour with Trianon

    Symbol of the power of the Sun King, the prestigious Palace of Versailles will enchant you with its beauty and historical richness.Thanks to our priority access and exclusive audioguide you will get the keys to understand and visualize why this building is part of the World Heritage of Humanity.You will be amazed by Louis XIV’s…

  • Paris Versailles Palaces Tour : Guided Royal Apartments entry + Skip The Line

    Paris Versailles Palaces Tour : Guided Royal Apartments entry + Skip The Line

    Make your way to central Paris and meet your guide at Versailles. A professional tour guide will make your way through the Palace. Head inside the Palace and you will begin exploring. Learn about the French monarchy and peek into the private lives of the infamous King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. Next, make your…

  • Versailles Palace And Gardens Private Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

    Versailles Palace And Gardens Private Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

    Experience a private guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles, with a dedicated English speaking expert guide showing you the most important rooms of the Palace and giving you an insight into the Kings and Queens who once lived here – loved or hated, they were never boring. Your tour includes a guided…

  • The Gardens at the Palace of Versailles: An audio tour of Louis XIV’s gardens

    The Gardens at the Palace of Versailles: An audio tour of Louis XIV’s gardens

    The gardens to the west of the Palace of Versailles are unparalleled. On this self guided audio tour, you can meditate in the embrace of 200,000 trees, admire the artistry of 221 sculptures and marvel at the spectacle of 55 fountains shooting water as high as seven meters into the air. But this tour is…

  • Vacation Photographer in Versailles

    Vacation Photographer in Versailles

    Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Versailles to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites!SOLO TRAVELERSFancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Versailles vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make…

  • Private Tour : The Queen’s Hamlet in Versailles

    Private Tour : The Queen’s Hamlet in Versailles

    Discover this vast estate dedicated to Marie-Antoinette. Created by the Louis XVI, he first built a small castle, Le Trianon de Porcelaine he then replaced it with the Grand Trianon. It was the shelter famous queen, spouse of Louis XVI. She built a small fantasy village, one of the most beautiful and fashionable of Europe:…

  • Versailles Marie Antoinette Afternoon Guided Tour with Petit Trianon & Hamlet

    Versailles Marie Antoinette Afternoon Guided Tour with Petit Trianon & Hamlet

    Treat yourself to an afternoon excursion to Marie Antoinette’s personal domain, tucked away in the beautiful gardens of the Palace of Versailles. During this three-hour tour you’ll visit the Petit Trianon, an exquisite private palace set in a luxuriant garden where Marie Antoinette spent much of her time.  You won’t want to miss her private…

  • Versailles Royal City Walking Tour with Palace Entry Ticket

    Versailles Royal City Walking Tour with Palace Entry Ticket

    Discover during a 1h30 walk with a guide the Royal City of Versailles, designed by the Sun King Louis XIV to facilitate the stays of the Court and to embellish the surroundings of his residence. Discover the city’s close links with the castle, its innovative urban plan, the church of Notre-Dame which was the royal parish,…

  • Versailles Palace & Gardens Priority Access Guided Tour from Versailles

    Versailles Palace & Gardens Priority Access Guided Tour from Versailles

    Experience a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles with skip the line access, showing you the most important rooms of the Palace and giving you an insight into the Kings and Queens who once lived here. Your tour includes a visit to world-famous the Gardens of Versailles. On certain days you’ll see the fountain…

  • Proposal in Paris at Chateau de Versailles with Photoshoot & Video

    Proposal in Paris at Chateau de Versailles with Photoshoot & Video

    Offer a ring and propose to a wedding to the woman of your life in front of the Versailles Palace. Our photographer will capture on pictures and on video this unique moment of your lifetime. You will receive 150 pictures retouched in terms of their exposure and a video with this wonderful moment, edited with…

  • Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Fountains Show

    Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Fountains Show

    Relive history at the time of the Sun King thanks to this full day passport, accompagnied by your Professionnal Guide. This expert will give you the keys to understand and visualize why this building is part of the World Heritage of Humanity. You will be amazed by Louis XIV’s splendour passing through the worldwide known…

  • Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour

    Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour

    Meet your guide in Versailles at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of the Sun King, Louis the 14th. After been welcome by your guide you will be taken on a guided inside visit of the Royal Apartments. You will walk through the palace and learn its history, including the fact that it was home…

  • Versailles Monarchy Private Tour

    Versailles Monarchy Private Tour

    Nestled within the bourgeois neighborhood of Versailles, this spellbinding royal Château is one of the best-known palaces in the world. This exclusive trip takes you to the heart of pre-revolution France when the monarchy reigned supreme over the nation. Learn about the extraordinary life of the French royal family, and its ultimate demise, as you…

  • Versailles Palace Tour in Paris

    Versailles Palace Tour in Paris

    TOUR HIGHLIGHTS• Skip the long queues to Palace Versailles, most famous palace• Follow in the footsteps of famous French monarchs, including the legendary Sun King• Wander in the French Gardens of the chateau’s grounds with a professional guide-Skip the long lines to access one of the world’s most famous palaces. With this guided tour explore…

  • Versailles Palace Skip The Line Access Half Day Private & Tailored Guided Tour

    Versailles Palace Skip The Line Access Half Day Private & Tailored Guided Tour

    Enjoy a half-day trip out of Paris to Versailles in the comfort of a private, WiFi-equipped Mercedes Benz. Skip-the-line tickets for Versailles get you past public queues and into the palace to see the famous Hall of Mirrors, among other rooms. This half-day trip is a great way to see Versailles with less crowds and…

  • Versailles Palace Skip-the-line Classic Guided Tour

    Versailles Palace Skip-the-line Classic Guided Tour

    Discover the Palace of Versailles and skip the long lines at the entrance with this 90-minute guided tour. Choose the time that better suits your program and make your own way to Versailles. Your guide will take you on an unforgettable tour of the Hall Of Mirrors and State Apartments. Stroll around the famous French…

  • Versailles and Gardens Tickets with Self-Guided Audio Tour

    Versailles and Gardens Tickets with Self-Guided Audio Tour

    The mobile app helps you explore the Palace of Versailles, Gardens & Estate with a private audio tour (included). You will have a fast-track entrance with a PDF ticket we will send to you. The audio tour has clean navigation, filled with exciting stories from professional guides.You will be walking around with the help of…

  • Versailles & Marie Antoinette’s Estate Full-Day Private Family Tour

    Versailles & Marie Antoinette’s Estate Full-Day Private Family Tour

    Experience an unforgettable day at Versailles as you follow in the footsteps of the kings and queens of France. Your private guide will know how to keep the attention of your entire family, including your children. During the morning, you will discover the Palace of Versailles, which is among the most famous palace in France…

  • Paris: Versailles Palace Tour

    Paris: Versailles Palace Tour

    TOUR HIGHLIGHTS• Skip the long queues to Palace Versailles, most famous palace• Follow in the footsteps of famous French monarchs, including the legendary Sun King• Wander in the French Gardens of the chateau’s grounds with a professional guide-Skip the long lines to access one of the world’s most famous palaces. With this guided tour explore…

  • Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Versailles

    Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Versailles

    Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here!We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Versailles, we operate in…


All about Versailles

When to visit

The most visited monument in France, the Palace of Versailles is undoubtedly the crowning glory of this French city. A lavish palace built by Louis XIV on the site of a hunting lodge, it contains 2,300 opulently decorated rooms and extensive, manicured gardens. Marie-Antoinette herself lived here. Visit in any weather and any day except Mondays, when the palace and the Estate of Trianon are closed.

Getting around

To reach the Palace of Versailles, take a train from central Paris. Austerlitz has regular RER trains which take around 40 minutes, and the train station at Versailles is just 10 minutes on foot from the palace. Alternatively, book a guided tour from Paris’s city center that includes transportation. Plan to spend a whole day exploring the many rooms and gardens.

Traveler tips

Visiting the palace isn’t the only thing to do in Versailles. Dodge the crowds and head to Musée Lambinet, an 18th-century building that houses a collection of sculptures and paintings in more than 30 rooms. To dine like a king, literally, visit Le Potager du Roi. You won’t be eating cake here (as Marie-Antoinette allegedly advised), but rather exploring Louis XIV’s vegetable garden, where you can even pick up fresh produce to take home.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is Versailles famous for?

The Palace of Versailles is France’s most famous palace, home to kings from Louis XIII to Louis XVI, and renowned for its magnificent 17th-century architecture and lavish gardens. The UNESCO World Heritage Site also played an important role in French history, from the French Revolution through Napoleon and the Treaty of Versailles.

What should I not miss at the Palace of Versailles?

Must-see sights at the Palace of Versailles include the dazzling Hall of Mirrors, the opulent King’s State Apartment, and the Royal Chapel. Leave yourself enough time to explore the vast gardens, too, where you can visit the Orangery, see Marie Antoinette’s Petit Trianon, and watch the Musical Fountain show.

How long should I plan to spend at the Palace of Versailles?

To make the most of a visit to the Palace of Versailles, plan a full-day tour. Give yourself around two to three hours to visit the main palace, enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants, then take a walking tour of the gardens, including the Grand and Petit Trianons, Orangery, and Musical Fountain.

What else is there to do in Versailles?

After touring the palace and gardens of Versailles, you can also visit the Gallery Of Coaches and Lambinet Museum, and enjoy a walk or bike ride through the park of Versailles. The city of Versailles is also home to Versailles Royal Opera House, Versailles Cathedral, and many shops and restaurants.

How do I get from Paris to Versailles?

Versailles is 12 miles from Paris and can be reached by car, bus, train, or on an organized day tour. The easiest way is by train—take RER train Line C to Rive Gauche station or SNCF trains from Gare Montparnasse to Chantiers station, or Gare Saint Lazare to Rive Droite Station.

Can you visit the Palace of Versailles at night?

The Palace of Versailles is not open at night. However, Musical Fountain Night Shows are held in the Gardens of Versailles every Saturday night from mid-June through mid-September from 8.30 pm to 11 pm. A special night ball is also held in the Hall of Mirrors on these nights.