Versailles Small Group Tour from Paris with Garden Show

Hop aboard a private bus first thing in the morning and depart Paris for Versailles. When you get there, you’ll be among the first guests of the day to access the palace, bypassing the long lines that are already starting to form outside. After exploring the historic halls and galleries of one of Europe’s most iconic royal residences, you’ll enjoy a guided stroll through the verdant palace gardens before heading back to the capital.

Navigating 2,300 rooms spread across 63,000 square meters can be intimidating for most visitors to Versailles—as can figuring out transportation to and from Paris. This tour allows you to enjoy a perfect morning at Versailles without worrying about any of the logistics.

Your day begins at an easy-to-reach location in Paris’s city center. Meet your guide and small group and board a private bus for the quick drive out to the palace grounds. Upon arriving, you’ll zip past the lines already forming outside and head straight into the palace, making you one of the first people of the day to step inside.

Once inside, your guide will show you through some of the palace’s most jaw-dropping rooms. In addition to can’t-miss spots like the epic Hall of Mirrors, you’ll also discover hidden corners where few visitors venture. As you explore, your guide will regale you with unknown tales, fun facts, and the story of how King Louis XIV’s vision transformed Versailles from a humble hunting lodge into the gem of a building you see today.

Next, it’s time to discover the gorgeously maintained palace gardens. Your guide will lead you along the most picturesque route and share the fascinating reasons behind their unique design.

After finishing up with the famous Garden Show (or the Fountain Show on weekends), you’ll head back to the private bus for the journey back to Paris.

Enjoy skip the line access at Versailles
Be among the first people of the day to enter the palace
Take a comfortable private bus to and from Paris
Hear the stories of Versailles from a passionate guide
Stroll through the gardens and enjoy the Garden Show
Explore in a small group of just 18 guests maximum

Normally

$140.25

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What's included

Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
Skip-the-line tickets to Versailles
Private round-trip transfer from Paris
Headset
Small Group

Important information

Excluded
-Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
-Gratuities
Please Note:
-Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
-Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
-This tour is in English
-This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
-This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
-We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
-Security measures are enforced at Versailles. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed.
-Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Address

Meeting Point: 2 Av. Foch, Paris, 75016, FR
Start Location Notes: Please meet at 2 Avenue Foch, 75016 Paris. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign and make sure you are in the right side of the street (look at both sides).

End Location: 2 Av. Foch, 75016 Paris

Opening Hours

Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes

Instructions