Versailles Half Day Guided Tour from Paris

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Highlights

Discover the essentials of the Palace of Versailles , a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a guided tour from Paris to discover one of the most majestic symbols of the French monarchy.

Residence of Kings Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI from 1682 until the French Revolution of 1789, the Palace of Versailles represents the pinnacle of royal power. During the approximately 45-minute journey by air-conditioned coach from central Paris, your guide will introduce you to the palace's history. Commentary will then be delivered via individual headsets , for a comfortable and immersive experience.

With over 67,000 m² and more than 700 rooms , the palace houses extraordinary Baroque decorations , artwork and furnishings made by the finest craftsmen of the time. Admire the King's Grand Apartments , with rooms dedicated to deities such as Apollo, Mars and Venus, and the Queen's Grand Apartments , including the Queen's Bedroom , once occupied by Marie Antoinette.

Be enchanted by the spectacular Hall of Mirrors , nearly 73 meters long, designed by architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart . Illuminated by 17 windows and approximately 350 mirrors , this iconic room was created to impress the guests of the Sun King, Louis XIV , and overlooks the splendid Gardens of Versailles.

The tour continues with free time in the famous French-style gardens , designed in 1661 by André Le Nôtre. Stroll among 386 works of art, over 200 statues , fountains, ponds, and perfectly manicured flowerbeds. In the summer months, you can enjoy the Grandes Eaux Musicales , a show of dancing fountains to music.

An unmissable experience to discover the Palace and Gardens of Versailles starting comfortably from Paris

 

Highlights:

  • Guided tour of the castle
  • Transportation from Paris in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Headphones when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
  • Discover the essentials of Versailles
  • Free time to visit the gardens
  • Access to the Gardens, even on the days of the Musical Fountains

What is included?

  • Services of a professional guide, with individual headphones
  • Booked ticket to enter the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
  • Transportation to and from Paris by air-conditioned coach

What is not included?

  • Optional Gratuities

What is there to know?

  • The meeting with our Paris City Vision representative takes place outside the building
  • We strongly advise against wearing high-heeled shoes (parquet flooring in the rooms and cobblestones in the courtyard)
  • Access to the building is difficult for people with reduced mobility.
  • Photography without flash is permitted inside the building.
  • Access is subject to the procedures of the Palace of Versailles: the Vigipirate plan, security checks, or unexpected crowds may slow down entry.
  • To ensure the tour runs smoothly and out of respect for all participants, please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour starts.
  • Time on site: 2h30

Openings

The tour lasts 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Meeting point

Address : 6 Av. du Dr Brouardel (Meet our representative in the red vest outside the building) - 75007 Paris

Metro : Bir Hakeim (M6), Champ de Mars Eiffel Tower (RER C)

Cancellation policies

Free cancellation up to 5 days before the activity.

Where is it

Paris

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