Make your way to Versailles by your own means (train or shuttle) and meet one of our team mate at the Equestrian Statue of Louis the 14th. He will then take you to your guide for your guided tour of the palace with skip-the-line access.
Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Summary Description
Highlights
- Skip the line tickets with priority access
- Versailles Palace with a licensed tour guide
- Highlights of Versailles including the Hall of Mirrors
Description
Meet us in Versailles at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of the Sun King, Louis the 14th. After having been welcomed by your guide you will be taken on a guided inside visit of the Royal Apartments. You will walk through the palace and learn its history, including the fact that it was home to three of France’s most illustrious Kings for over 100 years. Following your interior visit of the Palace and after having said bye to your guide, you will have the opportunity to stay longer and spend some free time in the gardens, a 2,000-acre (809-hectare) park filled with fountains, statues, and classic formal garden landscaping.
Why not hire a golf cart (no included in the price), to fully enjoy the estate and head to the Trianons and visit The Queen's Hamlet! You will even get the chance to see the Musical Gardens show if visiting Versailles on a Tuesday or a Friday or the Musical Fountains Show if taking the tour on a Saturday or a Sunday. (But Remember! Tickets to the Gardens are not included in the tour. You must expect to pay to get access to the Musical Gardens Show or Musical Fountains Show)
Included / Excluded
- Admission ticket to the Palace of Versailles
- Small-Group Tour (Group up to 20 maximum)
- Guided Tour of the Castle by a Licensed Guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Transportation to/from Versailles
- meals and drinks
- Garden tickets during Musical and Fountain Shows
- Personal insurance & expenses
- Gratuities for the guide
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Place d'Armes, Versailles, France
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Instant booking confirmation
- Wear good walking shoes
- Tour not available on Mondays
- Prices are per person
- Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time
- Meet your guide in Versailles
- Tour not available on May 1st, Dec. 25th, Jan. 1st
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| per person pricing | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 64 years) | €65.00 |
| Child (3 - 17 years) | €45.00 |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
Additional Information
<div>• Meet in front of the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV in Versailles, Place d'Armes 78000 Versailles • Please arrive at the meet-up location at least 15 minutes prior to the trip departure time. • If you arrive late, you won't have access to the PalaceThe tour will not be canceled nor rescheduled and no refunds will be issued. <br><br></div>
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
FAQ
Can I roam the gardens after the guided tour?
Yes, after the guided tour you have the option to stay longer and enjoy the gardens on your own.
What is the meeting point for the Versailles Palace tour?
The meeting point is at the Equestrian Statue of Louis the 14th in Versailles.
Are the tickets included in the tour price?
Yes, skip the line tickets with priority access are included in the tour package.
How long is the walking tour of the palace?
The walking tour of the palace is guided and lasts for an approximate time of 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Can I take photos during the guided tour?
Yes, photography is allowed during the guided tour of the palace.
Are the State Apartments included in the Versailles Palace tour?
Yes, the Versailles Palace tour includes a visit to the State Apartments.
Can I visit the Versailles Palace at my own pace without a guide?
No, our Versailles Palace tour includes a guided walking tour with a licensed tour guide.
What is included in the visit of the Royal Apartments?
You will walk through the palace and learn its history, including the fact that it was home to three of France’s most illustrious Kings for over 100 years.
Is transportation included in this tour package?
No, transportation is not included. Customers may get to Versailles by train or shuttle.
What is the Hall of Mirrors?
The Hall of Mirrors is one of the highlights of the Versailles Palace tour.
About operator:
Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France.
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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