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Highlights
- Certified expert guides will vividly bring palace life, power, and intrigue at Versailles to life.
- Enjoy free entry into André Le Nôtre's legendary gardens even on Musical Fountains days as you wander freely.
- Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site with tours led by experts in English, French, Spanish, and Italian.
- Discover stories of French kings, lavish ceremonies, and courtly drama as you walk through the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors.
- Enhance your visit with exclusive guided access to the King’s Private Apartments for a deeper exploration.
Your Experience
Start an engaging journey through French royalty with this guided tour of Versailles, featuring expedited entry and complete estate exploration.
Getting started
Gather at Place d'Armes beneath the Louis XIV statue in 78000 Versailles for your meeting point. After validating tickets and passing security checks, an expert guide will provide a historical introduction to the palace before leading you inside.
What to expect
The Palace of Versailles is a UNESCO World Heritage site that epitomizes French monarchy and 17th-century opulence. Once residence for monarchs from Francis I through Louis XVI, it covers over 800 hectares with some of Europe's most renowned architecture and gardens.
- Explore the Royal Apartments: Traverse luxurious chambers where French kings resided, each room reflecting its royal inhabitants' tastes and ambitions.
- Hall of Mirrors: This famous gallery boasts 357 mirrors and has been a venue for significant historical events like the Treaty of Versailles signing.
- Gardens by André le Nôtre: Discover intricately designed gardens, fountains, and sculptures. On Musical Fountains days, enjoy an animated display.
- Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon & Queen’s Hamlet: Post-tour, you have the opportunity to visit these unique retreats at your leisure for insights into royal relaxation and private life.
- Guide insights: Enjoy engaging narratives and context through provided headsets during the tour, ensuring no detail is missed.
- Upgrades (optional): Gain exclusive access to King's Private Apartments with a guide. These secluded spaces offer rare glimpses into pivotal moments in Parisian history and politics.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Enjoy a 90-minute guided exploration of the palace, including entry to the Gardens and Trianon Estate.
- Professional guide available in English/French/Italian/Spanish as chosen during booking.
- Access to Fountain or Musical show (available between April and October).
- Option for an exclusive 90-minute tour of the King's private apartments.
- Skip-the-line passport tickets for Versailles Palace, if selected.
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- Meals
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Must Know
- Bring a valid photo ID that matches your booking name for entry verification.
- Carry your printed or digital booking confirmation to ensure smooth check-in.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as exploring the palace and gardens requires walking over extensive grounds.
- Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace; plan accordingly if traveling with young children.
- Large bags, suitcases, or oversized luggage cannot be brought into the palace for security reasons—consider using cloakroom facilities instead.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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