Skip the Line: Versailles Palace & Gardens from Paris

Highlights

  • Skip the lines with pre-booked admission to Versailles

  • Explore the opulently decorated rooms of the Palace of Versailles

  • Enjoy the Musical Fountains Show or Musical Gardens (when option selected)

  • Small-group tour up to 25 people ensuring a more personalized experience

Summary

Travel from Paris to the Versailles Palace alongside an expert guide as you bask in the rich and royal history of one of France's most lavish landmarks. 

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
25
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

There’s only one way to visit the extravagant Palace of Versailles — in style. All tours, exclusive Skip-the-Line access, and roundtrip coach transfers are included in this package, so all you have to do is enjoy your travel through time on this one-of-a-kind tour developed for you. Explore the Grand Apartments, the State Rooms, the famous Hall of Mirrors, and Versailles' majestic Gardens in a tour designed for those with exquisite and refined taste. Depending on the time of year and day in which you visit, you may also be treated to either the Fountain Show or the Musical Garden Show.  

What’s included?

  • Entrance tickets and reservation fee for the Château de Versailles

  • Round trip transfers by private air-conditioned coach

  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide

  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly

  • Musical Fountain Show or Musical Gardens (on selected days)

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Food/Beverages

Things to know

Before you book

  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance

  • We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours

  • 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

  • Please note that on some occasions, return transportation to and from Versailles will be provided using a comfortable and modern train, allowing you to travel like a local!

Before you go

  • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure

  • Our City Wonders guides with wear a blue jacket or top and will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.

  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended

  • Large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the Palace. Only very small bags are allowed

Cancellation Policy

    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.

Redemption information

    Please note that Paris will host the 2024 Olympics from July 26th to August 11th, followed by the Paralympics from August 28th to September 8th. This may have an impact on our travel plans. While we are committed to minimizing any sort of inconvenience, please be aware that unforeseen issues may arise. We will make every effort to navigate challenges and ensure a smooth experience for you.
    • This service ends at the Palace of Versailles. A bus transfer will then be provided to Paris.
    • Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
    • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
    • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone 0033 01 70371426.
    • Our City Wonders guides with wear a blue jacket or top and will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
    • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
    • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
    • Some sites visited lack shade and can be hot under direct sunlight. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water in warm weather.
    • France’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
    • Please note that many sections of the museum are not air-conditioned (as A/C is not standard practice in France).
    • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
    •Please note that Musical Gardens and Fountain show may be subject to last minute schedule changes that are not under our control.

    Disclaimer
    Please note that on some occasions, return transportation to and from Versailles will be provided using a comfortable and modern train, allowing you to travel like a local!


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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.