Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Tour with Reserved Access
Overview
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palace of Versailles and Gardens of Versailles on a half-day tour. Your expert guide will bring French history back to life as you walk through the Palace of Versailles, where King Louis XIV officially settled his court and government in 1682. Soak in the palace’s Baroque architecture, admire the rooms full of art and see how some of the most infamous members of nobility really lived.
What's Included
- Meeting Point: Check-in at our trusted local partner’s conveniently located store in Versailles
- Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access
- Garden Access: Entry to the Gardens, including the Musical Show (weekdays)/Fountain Show (weekends)
- Personal Audio Headset: So you can hear your guide clearly, even in crowded areas
- Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for both the Palace and Gardens of Versailles
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport to/from attractions
Meeting Location
Avenue du Général de Gaulle
78000 Versailles, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Place d'Armes
78000 Versailles, France
What To Expect
Palace of Versailles
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The time on your voucher is the meeting time at our shop (the tour departs a few minutes later). In case of late arrival for check-in, we cannot guarantee access to the palace. Fees will apply if you wish to reschedule for a later tour.
- The scheduled access time can be delayed on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace.
- The tickets for the Musical Show or Fountain Show are included. You will be able to watch the shows during the tour and stay in the gardens after your half-day guided tour has finished.
- Baby strollers may be refused at the entrance of the palace.
- The trains are not running between the stations "PARIS AUSTERLITZ" and "Versailles Chateau Rive Gauche" from the 15th of July to the 23rd of August. There are 2 options with public transport: 1. Take a train to the Versailles Rive Droite station (Take line L via Saint Lazare or La Défense) then it's a 25-minute walk to the meeting point. 2. Take a train to Versailles Chantiers station (Take line N via Montparnasse or line U via La Défense) then it's a 15-minute walk to the meeting point.
- The Palace tour lasts 1.5 hours, but add 30 minutes for tickets and security checks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Tour with Reserved Access?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-5460VERSAILLES
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 4.57 out of 5 stars based on 491 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
Versailles Palace Gardens and Music Entrance Access Ticket
$78.00
Versailles Palace Tour Express Ticket Official Paris Guide
$83.54
Rental of Rosalies for 1 hour
$23.94
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Reserved Entry
$80.19
Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris
$95.69
From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access
$130.45
Versailles Royal Palace & Gardens Private Tour by Golf Cart
$418.89
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
Filter by:
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Meeting Point: Check-in at our trusted local partner’s conveniently located store in Versailles.
- Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access.
- Garden Access: Entry to the Gardens, including the Musical Show (weekdays)/Fountain Show (weekends).
- Personal Audio Headset: So you can hear your guide clearly, even in crowded areas.
- Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for both the Palace and Gardens of Versailles.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transport to/from attractions.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Tour with Reserved Access is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Tour with Reserved Access will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Meeting Point: Check-in at our trusted local partner’s conveniently located store in Versailles
- Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access
- Garden Access: Entry to the Gardens, including the Musical Show (weekdays)/Fountain Show (weekends)
- Personal Audio Headset: So you can hear your guide clearly, even in crowded areas
- Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for both the Palace and Gardens of Versailles
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport to/from attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The time on your voucher is the meeting time at our shop (the tour departs a few minutes later). In case of late arrival for check-in, we cannot guarantee access to the palace. Fees will apply if you wish to reschedule for a later tour.
- The scheduled access time can be delayed on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace.
- The tickets for the Musical Show or Fountain Show are included. You will be able to watch the shows during the tour and stay in the gardens after your half-day guided tour has finished.
- Baby strollers may be refused at the entrance of the palace.
- The trains are not running between the stations "PARIS AUSTERLITZ" and "Versailles Chateau Rive Gauche" from the 15th of July to the 23rd of August. There are 2 options with public transport: 1. Take a train to the Versailles Rive Droite station (Take line L via Saint Lazare or La Défense) then it's a 25-minute walk to the meeting point. 2. Take a train to Versailles Chantiers station (Take line N via Montparnasse or line U via La Défense) then it's a 15-minute walk to the meeting point.
- The Palace tour lasts 1.5 hours, but add 30 minutes for tickets and security checks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Report Product Issue
