Experience the opulence of Versailles on a tour from Paris. Enjoy priority access, explore the palace’s majestic rooms, wander its breathtaking gardens, or upgrade to a full-day trip including Giverny
Paris: Palace of Versailles Guided Tour with Bus Transfers
Summary Description
Highlights
- Discover the Palace of Versailles and its Gardens on a day tour from Paris
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Palace interiors taken at a leisurely pace
- Learn about the fascinating history of the palace and its former royal residents
- Stroll through the stunningly-manicured gardens and lush lawns after the tour
- Upgrade to a full-day tour with the visit of Giverny and Monet's House!
Description
Embark on an unforgettable guided tour of the iconic Palace of Versailles from Paris and immerse yourself in the opulent world of French royalty. Travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned bus and skip the long lines with priority access to one of France’s most breathtaking landmarks. Step inside the magnificent palace, home to 700 lavishly decorated rooms and 1,250 fireplaces, and let your expert guide reveal the fascinating history behind this UNESCO-listed treasure. Explore the grandeur of the king's and queen’s apartments, the ornate Chapel, the Coronation Room, the dazzling Hall of Mirrors, and the lavish Salon of Abundance. Every corner tells a story of power, prestige, and extravagance. If selected, continue your experience outdoors in the stunning 1,800-acre Versailles Gardens, a masterpiece of landscape design. Stroll through manicured pathways lined with fountains, sculptures, and lush greenery, capturing the timeless beauty of this royal estate. Enjoy your time at leisure, soaking in the grandeur before boarding the bus for a relaxing return to Paris. For an even more enriching experience, opt for the full-day tour to explore both Giverny and Versailles in one seamless itinerary. Begin your day with a visit to Monet’s enchanting gardens in Giverny, where the Impressionist master found inspiration for his most famous works. After a peaceful morning, continue to Versailles for a guided tour of the palace and time to wander through the gardens. Return to Paris in the evening, just in time for a delightful Parisian dinner.
Included / Excluded
- • Round-trip transportation from Paris by air-conditioned coach
- • Pre-reserved entry to the Palace of Versailles
- • Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
- • Pre-reserved entry and free time at the Gardens of Versailles (if option selected)
- • Audio headset to hear your guide in Versailles
- • Entrance ticket and audio guide to Claude Monet's House in Giverny (if option selected)
- • Hotel pickup and drop-off
- • Tips
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Rue de l'Université, Rue de l'Université, Paris, FR
Start Location Notes: Meet outside the Metro stop Invalides on the rue de l'Université, 75007 Paris. Your guide will be standing in front of the metro exit with a sign.
Start Location Directions: Arriving by metro: Take metro lines 13 or 8 and get off at the stop Invalides. Follow the signs to the exit. There is only one exit and it will bring you out onto the rue de l'Université in the middle of the Esplanade des Invalides (Google maps shows the exit by the river, this is the RER train exit not the metro).
End Location: Yvelines, Place d'Armes, Versailles, FR
End Location Notes: This service ends at the Palace of Versailles. A bus transfer will then be provided to Paris.
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- • This tour involves a fair amount of walking
- • Photography without a flash is permitted throughout the tour
- • Extra security measures may be implemented at the entrance
- • Clients traveling with infants should bring their own infant or child seat
- • You'll have the opportunity to freely explore the gardens at your own pace and enjoy the musical show inside the Gardens of Versailles (if option selected).
- • Entry to the gardens is free of charge from November to March, and no ticket is required during this period. However, from April to October, a ticket is necessary to visit the gardens. Your guide will provide you with your ticket on the day of the tour (if option selected)
- • The Musical Show may be subject to last-minute schedule changes
- • Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Our City Wonders representative will wear a blue attire for easy recognition.
- • Entry to the gardens is free of charge from November to March, and no ticket is required during this period. From April to October, a ticket is necessary to visit the gardens. Your City Wonders host will provide you with your ticket on the day of the tour (if option selected)
- • City Wonders is not responsible for any personal belongings that are lost or damaged. Guests should ensure they keep track of their items throughout the entire duration of the tour.
- • Gratuities for your guide that provided excellent service are appreciated!
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- *Giverny & Versailles option only*
- To download your audio-guide on your mobile, search for ""Pop Guide"" on Google or Apple store.
- Download the "Pop Guide" app and login using the following credentials:
- - Username: MKK-000160
- - Password: 78509
- PLEASE ENSURE TO DOWNLOAD THE APP BEFORE THE TOUR.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: This tour is subject to a 24-hour cancelation policy. If you wish to cancel or amend your booking, you can do so without charge by contacting us up to 24 hours in advance of your expected departure time.
Options and Pricing
| Versailles Palace & Gardens from Paris with Musical Gardens | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
| Versailles Palace & Gardens from Paris (no show) | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
| Versailles Palace & Gardens from Paris with Fountain Show | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
| Versailles Palace & Gardens from Paris (Palace Only) | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible,
Please note that on some occasions, return transportation to and from Versailles will be provided using a comfortable and modern train.
Please note that you will be required during the booking process to choose between the Tour of the Palace only, or the Tour of the Palace plus the Gardens.
Fountain Show is running from April to October on Saturdays and Sundays. Musical Garden Show is running from April to June and from September to October on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. While from July to August is running from Tuesday to Friday.
About operator:
Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.
Basic Information
- Duration: 5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 25
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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