Closing Time at Versailles: Small-Group Palace Tour After the Crowds with Garden Show from Paris

Highlights

  • Enter Versailles after the crowds for a quieter visit.

  • Take a fully guided tour of the palace gardens.

  • Enjoy a spectacular live show.

  • Sit back and relax on round-trip private bus transport.

  • Explore in small groups for a more intimate experience.

Summary

See the Palace of Versailles as it was meant to be experienced—in luxurious peace— and with a fully guided tour of the gardens.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
18
Pricing (From)
Adult: (15-99 years)
€139.00
Child: (2-14 years)
€129.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Dropoff location

2 Avenue Foch, Paris, 75016 , FR

Why take this tour?

Experience the glory of Versailles after the crowds have left with this tour of the palace and its grounds. After being transported from Paris to Versailles, you'll get to tour the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace. You’ll then enter the palace, where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms, including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. You'll then ride back to Paris just in time for dinner.

Most tours visit the Palace of Versailles before the outdoor shows begin. Flip the order, visiting the Palace at the last entry time, after the crowds have left, to skip the lines for a much more peaceful visit. You’ll also enjoy a guided tour of the Palace Gardens and access to the Gardens or Fountains Show.

Once you are in Versailles with your group, you’ll go straight to the Palace of Versailles, entering through the little-visited Queen’s Gate for greater ease.

With your guide leading the way you’ll enjoy a tour of the Palace Gardens, designed by the extravagant Sun King, before the show begins. 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.

Most of the crowds leave after this, which is the cue to enter. Availing of the last entrance time at The Palace of Versailles, you’ll find the palace a lot quieter than other times of the day. Together you’ll visit the incredible gilded palace chapel, the King and Queen’s private apartments and of course, the phenomenal function rooms including the iconic Hall of Mirrors. 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.

What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • Last entry ticket for Palace of Versailles

  • Roundtrip private bus to/from Versailles

  • Small group of 18 or fewer

  • Headset

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.

  • Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Paris government guidelines for the most up to date information

Before you go

  • This tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

  • We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.

  • Security measures are enforced at Versailles. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed.

  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

  • Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Paris government guidelines for the most up to date information

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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