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Versailles Palace & Garden Tour w. Skip The Line Entry from Paris

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Overview

Are you planning a day trip to Versailles from Paris, but worried about the logistics of getting there and navigating the popular attractions? Let us take care of it for you with our half-day small group tour. With the help of our expert local guide, we'll whisk you away to Versailles and get off at the optimal stop. Best of all, you'll skip the long lines at the palace and have time to explore the stunning palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate. Get the most out of your trip to Versailles and leave the hassle to us!

What's Included

  • Option to continue exploring the gardens and Trianon Estate
  • Skip-the-line entrance to the Palace of Versailles
  • Introduction to the Gardens
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food & Beverages
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

LE CAFÉ PIERRE HERMÉ, Pl. de la Résistance, 75007 Paris, France

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Please arrive 15 minutes early. Your guide will meet you outside of Café Pierre Hermé ( located near Pont de l'Alma bridge), holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.Please make sure arrive to at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled start time, as we cannot wait for latecomers.

End point

Gardens of Versailles, Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France

Clients have the option to either stay and explore Versailles at their leisure or return back to Paris once the tour concludes.

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What To Expect

Paris

Meet your guide in Paris and enjoy a comfortable ride together by train to Versailles. After a short stroll to the palace, your guided tour will begin.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Versailles

Time to discover the grandeur of the French monarchy. Originally a hunting lodge, King Louis XIII transformed the site into the iconic Versailles Palace and Gardens in the 17th century, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you skip the line with your guide to enter the palace, you'll discover over 2,000 rooms, each adorned with exquisite art and treasures, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the French royal court.This estate served as the epicenter of French power and luxury during the reign of King Louis XIV, who spared no expense in his pursuit of perfection. Your expert guide will share fascinating tales of the court's lavish lifestyle and the notorious scandals that rocked Versailles during its heyday. The palace's stunning design also offers breath-taking views of the manicured gardens.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Hall of Mirrors

The Hall of Mirrors is undoubtedly the most renowned room in the entire Palace of Versailles, measuring almost 70 yards in length and featuring an astonishing 357 mirrors. Originally designed to reflect light and protect the walls from smoke, the mirrors created an enchanting effect by reflecting candlelight throughout the room.On June 28th, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of World War I, was signed in this iconic room. With thousands of rooms to explore, a self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles can be overwhelming. A guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide is the perfect way to make sure you see all the highlights, including the opulent King's State Apartments and the apartments of Louis XV's daughters.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

Your journey through Versailles doesn't stop at the palace - your guide will introduce you to the legendary Gardens of Versailles and will share some of the garden's captivating stories.Covering almost 2,000 acres, these immaculately tended gardens boast over 400 sculptures and 1,400 fountains, and have inspired countless other gardens around the world.But your tour doesn't end there! With your ticket, you'll also have access to Marie-Antoinette's Trianon Estate, a separate palace-like complex located within the larger Versailles grounds.After the intro to the gardens, you can either choose to explore this estate at own pace, and when you're ready, head back to Paris at your own convenience, or join our guide back to Paris after the introduction to the gardens.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Please note that the scheduled time access can be slowed down on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace
  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
  • We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you and wearing a pair of comfortable shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-67584P2

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