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Versailles Historic Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

4.3 / 5
336 reviews
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Depart from Paris

08:15, 11:00

Guide language: English

Small group (1-18)

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

Available from 5 Sep 2026

Operated by:Extime Travel

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Itinerary

Day 1

Meet-up

Find your departure point

Point 1

Tour will depart from this point at

08:15

11:00

6 Av. du Dr Brouardel

Reminder
  • Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time

  • Latecomers or no-shows won't be refunded

Palace of Versailles & more

4 hr(s)
Guided
Tickets included

Palace of Versailles

Grand Trianon

Petit Trianon

Queen’s Hamlet

Gardens of Versailles

Hall of Mirrors

Marie-Antoinette's Estate

To drop-off points

Point 1

Tour will end at

12:45

15:30

6 Av. du Dr Brouardel

icon For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.

Know before you go

Important info

What's included

  • Live tour guide: English
  • Admission: Palace of Versailles, Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen’s Hamlet, Gardens of Versailles, Hall of Mirrors, Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Round-trip transfers from Paris to Versailles by luxury air-conditioned coach
  • Free time to visit the Gardens even on Musical Fountains' days (Please note the fountains do not operate everyday)
  • Meals
  • Tax & discounts
  • Insurance

Before you book

Additional information

For Walking Tours

  • This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate

Other Reminders

  • Please note that the visit to the gardens are self-guided visits. Only the Palace visit is guided
  • Non-flash photography is permitted within the palace
  • Due to the nature of this activity, it is not recommended for persons with impaired physical mobility or those in wheelchairs

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Opening hours

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Tuesday-Sunday: 09:00-17:30
  • Closed on: Monday
  • After your guided tour of the palace, you have until the gardens close to explore the entire park
  • Gardens closing time: 18:00 from November to March, 20:30 from April to October
  • Kindly check the attraction’s official website for the updated opening hours before purchasing

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 0-2
  • Children aged 0-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Great
336 reviews
Guide
4.2
Itinerary
4.2
Quality of transfer
4.2
Value for money
4.1
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Overall impression
Highly praised for seamless travel, efficient priority access, and engaging guided experiences, this tour offers a convenient way to explore the beautiful Versailles Palace and its grand gardens.
Guide
Guides consistently described as knowledgeable, friendly, and professional, providing clear, detailed, and engaging historical explanations, enhancing the overall experience.
Itinerary
Well-planned itineraries include smooth palace entry, sufficient free time for garden exploration, and coverage of main attractions, offering a good balance for half-day tours.
Quality of transfer
Transfers are generally convenient, comfortable, and punctual, with easy-to-find meeting points, providing stress-free travel from Paris.
Value for money
Often viewed as a worthwhile investment for the convenience of priority access, comfortable transport, and expert guided insights, saving time and effort.
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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Versailles

We arrived late for our tour due to heavy traffic in Paris. Fortunately, the tour guide from City Vision quickly arranged for us to join another tour. She escorted us to the Palace of Versailles and ensured we were settled with the new guide. This location is a must-visit when in Paris, but be sure to dedicate a full day to explore its vast grounds. I recommend taking the little train within the gardens, which allows for unlimited hop-on, hop-off access (just remember to keep your ticket receipt).

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Review for: Versailles Historic Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

Highly Recommended! Meeting location was clear. Transportation was clean. Tour guide was easy to understand. You won't be able to see the entire Versailles within half day tour but it was enough to cover the important areas: The main palace and the gardens.

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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Paris

Great tour to explore golden palace and traditional French history. Easy access to the palace with the bus.

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Review for: Versailles Historic Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

The one-day tour I participated in was a truly delightful experience! The tour leader was friendly and polite, taking meticulous care of everyone throughout the trip and ensuring everything was well-arranged, which made us feel at ease. The tour guide's explanations were clear, vivid, and engaging. Not only did they introduce the unique features of each attraction, but they also shared a lot about local culture and history, making the entire journey much more enriching. The itinerary was comfortable and flowed smoothly, never feeling rushed. Overall, I was extremely satisfied with the experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing trip, and I believe I'll join again if I have the chance!

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Review for: Full Day Audio Guided Trip from Paris

The transfer service was convenient and punctual, but there was no tour guide. We had to download a free audio guide app, which was quite confusing. The palace grounds are truly enormous! A half-day tour is only enough time to see the exhibits. To explore the entire garden in detail, a full-day tour is necessary. The garden is beautiful and worth a thorough visit.

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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Versailles

The tour guide was a bit lazy and didn't depart on time. Some of the information was incorrect and had to be corrected by other travelers. Overall, the tour was just so-so, and I might not use this service again!

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Review for: Full Day Audio Guided Trip from Paris

comfortable bus. experience guide. clear instruction.

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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Paris

very convenient travel from paris especially priority access when arriving in versailles. tourguide was friendly and knowledgeable (sushima). Enough free time was also given to roam around the gardens. This is recommended if you want to save time; you get to paris mid day and have a whole afternoon to do other things.

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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Paris

Alice, the tour guide, provided a detailed explanation, with the main focus being the Palace of Versailles. If you want to properly explore the gardens, a full-day tour is recommended. The half-day tour allows you to return to Paris in the afternoon and continue with other activities, so choose what suits you best!

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Review for: Half-Day English Tour from Versailles

great tour guide! but the tour a little short. beautiful place

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FAQs

Is it possible to stay behind at the location and not join the bus ride back?

Yes, if you wish to spend more time in Versailles, then you are free to do so.

Where should I meet my tour guide?

Meet your tour guide at the location stated in the activity details, at the time stated on your voucher! Your tour guide will be carrying a "Paris City Vision" sign.

To see your voucher details, click here.

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