Palace of Versailles Day Trip + Guided Tour

Experience the grandeur of one of the world’s most renowned royal residences on this half-day excursion from Paris. The Palace of Versailles is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that invites you to discover its stunning interiors and vast gardens.

Excursion to Versailles from Paris

At your selected time, we will depart from a location near the Eiffel Tower. Approximately 45 minutes later, we will reach Versailles by bus, which served as the effective capital of France during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.

Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided exploration of the Palace of Versailles, gaining entry without waiting in line at the ticket counter. This guided tour will lead you through various opulent chambers of the palace, including the Grand Apartments of the King and Queen.

Among the highlights is the Hall of Mirrors, a historically significant site where the Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1919, marking the end of World War I.

After the guided exploration, lasting around 1.5 hours, you will enjoy free time to wander through the magnificent gardens at your own pace. Spanning more than 800 hectares (1,976 acres), the gardens showcase a variety of trees, plants, statues, and serene ponds. Additionally, if you're there on the right days, you can delight in the sight of the stunning fountains in operation.

After your visit, we will depart from Versailles and return to the meeting point in Paris. The arrival time will vary between 4 and 9 hours from the initial pickup, depending on the option selected during booking.

Available Tour Options

For your day trip to Versailles from Paris, you can choose from two available options, both of which include entry to the palace.

4 or 6-Hour Excursion

This choice is perfect for those preferring an effortless tour experience. It encompasses round-trip transport from central Paris, admission to the Palace of Versailles, and the guidance of an English-speaking expert during the palace tour.

9-Hour Excursion

This option is designed for those seeking to explore further. In addition to transport and a guided tour of the main palace, it grants entry to the Grand Trianon and the Petit Trianon, cherished retreats of the French monarchy.

Skip-The-Line Access

A major benefit of this tour is the inclusion of skip-the-line entry. Accompanied by an official guide, we will use the group entrance, maximizing your visit. Please note that all visitors are required to pass through a mandatory metal detector screening before entering.

Tour Duration

• The guided tour of the Palace of Versailles has a fixed duration of 1.5 hours.
• However, if you choose morning departures, the time available for exploring the gardens will be extended.
• Additionally, with the 9-hour tour option, you can enjoy a complimentary visit to the small and large Trianon palaces, situated at the rear of the Palace of Versailles gardens.