Versailles Palace & Gardens: Guided Tour + Transport

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Paris, France

Duration

Half day (Day Tour)

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Spend a half day at the Palace of Versailles with a guide who walks you through the state rooms and the famous Hall of Mirrors, then explains how a royal hunting lodge became the court of Louis XIV. You'll travel out from Paris by coach and back again, with timed entry so you head straight inside. Hear the stories behind Louis XIV, XV, and XVI, then take your own time to wander the gardens before the return trip.

Highlights

Hall of Mirrors, a long gallery of mirrors facing the garden windows and hung with chandeliers
State Apartments, each with its own paintings and original furnishings
Formal gardens with fountains, sculptures, and clipped lawns
Marie Antoinette's estate, including the Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet
Gardens laid out by Andre Le Notre, with geometric paths leading down to the Grand Canal
The Hall of Mirrors, where the treaty ending the First World War was signed in 1919

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Timed entry
Garden access (if that option is selected)
Guided tour
Live guide
Round-trip coach from Paris

Getting There and Opening Hours

The day runs as a half-day guided tour out of Paris, with round-trip coach transport included, so you don't have to sort out your own travel. If you're ever making your own way there, Versailles sits at Place d'Armes, southwest of the city. The simplest route is the RER C train to Versailles Chateau Rive Gauche station, a walk of roughly 10 minutes from the palace gates. You can also take an SNCF train from Gare Montparnasse to Versailles Chantiers, or a bus from Pont de Sevres on Metro Line 9.

Opening hours vary by part of the estate, which is worth knowing when planning your time. 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 Trianon estate opens later, 12:00 to 17:30, and keeps the same closed days. The Gardens and Park are open daily 08:00 to 18:00, weather permitting, though some groves can be off-limits in the low season.

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Available Days / Times

Monday
Tuesday : 10:00
Wednesday : 10:00
Thursday : 10:00
Friday : 10:00
Saturday : 10:00, 10:30
Sunday : 10:00, 10:30

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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Important Information

Book online ahead of time; tickets often sell out weeks or months out in peak season.
Entry is timed to a specific palace slot, with admission usually allowed within 30 minutes of it.
Wear comfortable shoes; the estate is large, covering interiors, gardens, and park.
Photography is generally fine, but flash and tripods may be restricted in some rooms.
A guided tour is recommended so you don't miss key areas of the palace.
The King's and Queen's Private Apartments are only reachable on special guided tours.
Wheelchair accessible, with elevators serving all open levels.
Do not touch or climb on the artwork and historic objects.
Security checks are mandatory.
Large bags and luggage are not allowed inside.
No food or drinks inside the palace.
Follow staff and security instructions.

FAQs

Do I need a ticket for the Palace of Versailles?

Yes, a valid ticket is required to enter, including the Hall of Mirrors and the royal apartments. This tour includes timed entry, so your admission is covered.

Is transport from Paris included?

Yes. Round-trip coach transport between Paris and Versailles is part of this half-day tour.

Is this a guided tour?

Yes. A live guide leads you through the palace interiors and explains the history behind the rooms and the royal court.

Where does the tour meet?

The meeting point is Place du General Koenig in Paris. You'll find the exact details in your booking confirmation.

How long does the tour last?

It's a half-day tour, which gives you time inside the palace plus the garden stroll before heading back to Paris.

When was the Palace of Versailles built?

It started as a hunting lodge and grew over decades from the 1660s onward, becoming the seat of the French monarchy when Louis XIV moved his court here in 1682.

Who designed the gardens at Versailles?

The formal gardens were laid out by Andre Le Notre, with their geometric paths, fountains, and the long central canal.

Can I see the gardens on this tour?

Garden access is included if you select that option, and you'll have your own time to wander before the return to Paris.

What is the Hall of Mirrors known for?

It's a long gallery lined with mirrors set across from tall windows onto the gardens, and it's the room most visitors come to see. The treaty ending the First World War was signed there in 1919.

Is there more to the estate than the main palace?

Yes. Beyond the chateau lie Le Notre's gardens, the Grand Canal, the Trianon palaces, and Marie Antoinette's rustic hamlet at the far end of the grounds.

What are the Musical Fountain shows at Versailles?

On certain days the garden fountains run to music. These shows usually need a separate ticket from standard garden access.