Palace of Versailles Guided Tour with Train from Paris

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Spend about three hours exploring the Palace of Versailles with a live English-speaking guide, starting in Paris and traveling out by train together. You'll walk the Hall of Mirrors, tour the lavishly furnished State Apartments, and step out into the formal gardens with their fountains and sculptures. Along the way, your guide fills in the story of Louis XIV's court and daily life at Versailles, right down to Marie Antoinette. Timed entry and a headset to follow the guide are included.

Highlights

Walk the Hall of Mirrors, the gallery of mirrored arches and chandeliers facing the gardens.
Tour the State Apartments, each with its own artwork and royal furnishings.
Explore the formal gardens with their fountains, sculptures, and clipped lawns.
See Marie Antoinette's estate, including the Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet.
Step inside the former seat of the French monarchy, where Louis XIV moved his court in 1682.

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Timed palace entry
Access to the gardens
Guided tour
Live guide
Round-trip train transport from Paris
Headset to hear the guide

Good to Know Before You Go

The tour begins in Paris, where you'll meet your guide and travel out to Versailles by train together, so there's no need to figure out the connections on your own. The palace sits in the town of Versailles, southwest of the city. If you ever make the trip independently, the simplest route is the RER C line to Versailles Chateau Rive Gauche station, roughly a 10-minute walk from the gates, with SNCF trains from Gare Montparnasse to Versailles Chantiers as an alternative.

Opening hours vary by area, which is worth knowing when planning your day. The Palace, including the Hall of Mirrors, runs 09:00 to 17:30 with last admission at 16:45, closed every Monday and on January 1, May 1, and December 25. The Estate of Trianon opens later, 12:00 to 17:30, closed Mondays and the same holidays. The Gardens and Park are open daily 08:00 to 18:00, weather permitting, though access to some groves can be limited in the low season. Versailles is one of the busiest sites in France, so early in the day is the calmest time to see the interiors.

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Available Days / Times

Monday
Tuesday : 08:45, 13:00, 13:30
Wednesday : 08:45
Thursday : 08:45, 13:30
Friday : 08:45, 13:00
Saturday : 08:45, 13:00, 13:30
Sunday : 08:45, 13:00

Last updated: Oct 22, 2026

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Important Information

Book ahead; tickets sell out weeks or months in advance, especially in peak season.
Entry is timed to a specific palace slot, usually allowed within 30 minutes of your chosen time.
Wear comfortable shoes; the estate is large and involves a lot of walking.
Photography is generally fine, but flash and tripods may be restricted in some rooms.
The King's and Queen's Private Apartments are only reached on special guided tours.
Wheelchair accessible, with elevators serving all open levels.
Round-trip train from Paris is included, which simplifies the logistics from the city.
Do not touch or climb on artwork or historical artifacts.
Security checks are mandatory.
Large bags and luggage are not allowed inside.
No food or drinks inside the palace.
Please follow the instructions of staff and security.

FAQs

Do I need a separate ticket for the Palace of Versailles?

No. This guided tour includes timed entry to the Palace, so your access is already covered when you book.

How long does the tour last?

The guided visit runs about three hours, not counting the train ride out from Paris and back.

What is included in this tour?

You get timed palace entry, access to the gardens, a live guide, a headset to hear the guide, and round-trip train transport from Paris.

Can I buy tickets at Versailles instead?

You can, but on-site queues are often long and time slots can sell out. Booking ahead secures your entry time and skips the uncertainty.

Where does the tour start?

You'll meet your guide in Paris and travel to Versailles together by train. The palace itself is at Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles.

When was the Palace of Versailles built?

Work began in 1661 under Louis XIV and continued for decades, turning what started as a hunting lodge into the French court's main residence.

Who designed the Palace of Versailles?

Louis XIV commissioned it. Architects Louis Le Vau and Jules Hardouin-Mansart shaped the buildings, while Andre Le Notre laid out the gardens.

How many rooms are in the Palace of Versailles?

More than 2,300, spanning royal apartments, galleries, chapels, and ceremonial halls, which makes it one of the largest palace complexes anywhere.

What is the Hall of Mirrors known for?

It's a long gallery lined with mirrors facing tall garden-side windows, and it's where the treaty ending the First World War was signed in 1919.

Is there more to see beyond the main palace?

Yes. The estate also takes in Le Notre's formal gardens and canal, plus the Trianon palaces and Marie Antoinette's rustic hamlet at the far end of the grounds.

Are the musical fountain shows part of standard garden access?

Not usually. On certain days the fountains run to music, and those Musical Fountain shows typically need a separate ticket from standard garden entry.