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Paris to Versailles Small Group & Garden Access
★ 4.6 (152 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor) · Operator: Walks - France
- 4 h on the listing; the time can vary by option
- Up to 10 people, up to 15 per booking
- Live guide: English
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Editor's take
A return train ticket lets you choose when to leave Versailles for Paris. The tour lasts 4 hours with a group of up to 10 people.
An English-speaking guide leads the Palace visit, including the Hall of Mirrors. The guide leaves after an introduction to the gardens. Trianon admission is included for an independent visit. You return to Paris without the guide.
Can I visit Trianon after the Walks Versailles tour?
1 option. Prices are per adult for a party of two, the usual lowest price of each option. The booking page shows the price for your date.
| Option | When | Guide | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Versailles Day Trip Tour | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 08:15 | English | €139 |
What's included
Included
- Small group of 10 or fewer
- Local English-speaking guide
- Gardens of Versailles
- King's State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Peace Salon
- War Salon
- Roundtrip train ticket to/from Versailles
- Ticket for Palace of Versailles
- Headset
- Trianon Estate (Petit Trianon Palace | Queen's Hamlet | Grand Trianon Palace)
- Queen's Apartments
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Tour or official ticket?
From €139, this tour includes Palace and Trianon admission against the current season's standard Passport at €25. The extra cost covers Palace guiding and return train tickets. The Passport is enough if you prefer to visit independently and arrange your own trains.
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets in front of the Saint-Lazare train station at 1 Cour de Rome, 75008 Paris. Your coordinator will be standing between the metro entrance and the modern statue of suitcases.
Itinerary
From the operator: Walks - France's own description of the route.
Our pages on places of this route: the Palace, Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet, Gallery of Coaches.
Stop 1
Your tour begins in the center of Paris where you'll meet your guide and small group of max 10 travelers. You'll board a train together for a short ride into the countryside, so you don't have to worry about making your way to Versailles all by yourself.
Palace of Versailles
Once at Versailles, you'll head into the Palace. As you walk your guide will bring the palace to life with stories of courtly intrigue and royal plots, while also giving you insight into the everyday lives of the people who lived here.
Stop 3
On your guided tour, of course you'll see the most famous room at the Palace: the phenomenal Hall of Mirrors. This iconic space pays tribute to France's political, economic, and artistic success through exquisite paintings that line the hall.
Stop 4
With your guide leading the way, they'll give you an introduction to the extravagant Palace Gardens and allow you to wander them on your own. Depending on the day you’ll see either the Fountains Show, where the beautiful fountains come to life to music, or the musical Gardens Show.
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You'll say goodbye to your guide here. With a roundtrip train ticket to Paris included, enjoy the flexibility of returning to the City of Lights when you wish.
Estate of Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet
Use your free time to explore the secluded side of Versailles where the royals went for privacy and relaxation. Marie Antoinette frequented this space, in particular the Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet. Please note: If you select the VIP King's Apartments Option at booking you will not have enough time to explore the royal domain including Trianon Estate, Petit Trianon, and the Queen's Hamlet.
Gallery of Coaches
Admire an impressive collection of lavish coaches used by French royals, including small coaches used for Marie Antoinette's children. Open on weekends and public holidays.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Know before you go
From the operator: Walks - France's own notes for this tour.
Access and children
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Route and closures
- Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Reviews
4.6 out of 5 from 152 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor together. 89% gave 4 or 5 stars.
Tripadvisor
4.6
97 reviews
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Photos
From the Walks - France listing, 15 photos in all.
From the operator
From the operator: Walks - France's own description of the tour.
Experience the glory of Versailles on this insightful small group tour of the palace and its grounds. After heading from Paris to Versailles by train where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. Wander the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace and enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore more of the royal domain at your own pace before returning to Paris by train on your own.
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This tour is capped at 10 people maximum to be an intimate experience with the opportunity to converse and interact with your guide. With all tickets and transport included, you won't have to worry about a thing besides showing up and enjoying a journey back to France's decadent royal past.
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