Palace of Versailles Guided Tours
Highlights
- Step into royal Versailles with certified expert guides who bring palace life, power, and intrigue vividly to life, with access to the Palace, Gardens, and Trianon Estate included.
- Walk through the State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors, where stories of French kings, lavish ceremonies, and courtly drama unfold.
- Slow down and wander freely through André Le Nôtre’s legendary gardens, with entry included even on Musical Fountains days.
- Explore in your language with expert-led tours available in English, French, Spanish, and Italian across this UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Upgrade your experience with exclusive guided access to the King’s Private Apartments and deeper exploration of the estate.
Experience the grandeur of French kings and queens on a guided visit to Versailles, featuring priority entry and access to the whole estate.
Your experience
Getting started
You'll convene at Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, beneath the Louis XIV statue, where your guide awaits. Once tickets are quickly checked and security cleared, your expert guide will recount the palace's storied past, then lead the group through the entrance.
What to expect
Palace of Versailles
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Palace of Versailles stands as the ultimate symbol of French royalty and 17th-century magnificence. From Francis I to Louis XVI, kings made their home here, across over 800 hectares that display some of Europe's finest architecture and gardens.
Features
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Royal Apartments: Walk through the lavish chambers of French sovereigns, each room reflecting the preferences and ambitions of those who lived there.
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Hall of Mirrors: This famed gallery, containing 357 mirrors, hosted pivotal historic events, among them the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.
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Gardens by André le Nôtre: Stroll through painstakingly designed gardens filled with fountains and sculptures, and on Musical Fountains' days, take in a lively spectacle.
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Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon & Queen's Hamlet: After the guided portion, enjoy free time to discover these separate retreats, each revealing royal leisure pursuits and private life.
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Guide insights: Follow captivating stories and historical background via supplied headsets, so no detail of the tour is missed.