Versailles Palace and Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour from Paris

Are you planning a day trip to Versailles from Paris, but worried about the logistics of getting there and navigating the popular attractions? Let us take care of it for you with our half-day small group tour. With the help of our expert local guide, we’ll whisk you away to Versailles and get off at the optimal stop. Best of all, you’ll skip the long lines at the palace and have time to explore the stunning palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate. Get the most out of your trip to Versailles and leave the hassle to us!

Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a comfortable ride together by train to Versailles. After a short stroll to the palace, your guided tour will begin.

Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you’ll discover over 2,000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court.

This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court’s lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace’s stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.

The Hall of Mirrors is undoubtedly the most renowned room in the entire Palace of Versailles, measuring almost 70 yards in length and featuring an astonishing 357 mirrors. Originally designed to reflect light and protect the walls from smoke, the mirrors created an enchanting effect by reflecting candlelight throughout the room.

On June 28th, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of World War I, was signed in this iconic room. With thousands of rooms to explore, a self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles can be overwhelming. A guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide is the perfect way to make sure you see all the highlights, including the opulent King’s State Apartments and the apartments of Louis XV’s daughters.

Your journey through Versailles doesn’t stop at the palace – your guide will introduce you to the legendary Gardens of Versailles and will share some of the garden’s captivating stories.

Covering almost 2,000 acres, these immaculately tended gardens boast over 400 sculptures and 1,400 fountains, and have inspired countless other gardens around the world.

But your tour doesn’t end there! With your ticket, you’ll also have access to Marie-Antoinette’s Trianon Estate, a separate palace-like complex located within the larger Versailles grounds.

After the intro to the gardens, you can either choose to explore this estate at own pace, and when you’re ready, head back to Paris at your own convenience, or join our guide back to Paris after the introduction to the gardens.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note that the scheduled time access can be slowed down on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
• We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved

• Versailles Palace and Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour from Paris
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• Option to continue exploring the gardens and Trianon Estate
• Skip-the-line entrance to the Palace of Versailles
• Introduction to the Gardens
• Small group of 18 or fewer people
• A local, English-speaking guide
• Guided tour of the Palace
• Round-trip transportation by train from Paris to Versailles

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food & Beverages
• Gratuities

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• Please read the meeting point instructions in advance. It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 – 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• Large bags, backpacks, luggage, umbrellas, tripods, strollers and baby carriers cannot be brought into the Palace of Versailles. In general, any items exceeding 55 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm are not permitted.
• Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours.
• We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line.
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
• The sites we visit on our tours are among the most popular in the world. Please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours/high season.
• We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected, however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.
• Photography and filming is strictly prohibited in the temporary exhibition rooms.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by The Tour Guy.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 1773 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.