From Paris: Versailles Skip-the-Line Tour & Gardens Access Group Tour in English with Guided Tour of the Gardens
ID: GYG407616-O-796340
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Enjoy convenient skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles with a half-day tour with round trip transportation from Paris. Take a guided tour of the exquisite rooms and galleries.
Travel from Paris on this half-day trip to Versailles. Save time with skip-the-line tickets, a convenient return transfer, and an engaging tour of Versailles Palace and its historic rooms and chambers.
Start by meeting at a central point in Paris and transfer by bus to Versailles. Upon arrival, access the palace through a separate entrance. Then, discover the opulence, beauty, and history of the palace on an interactive guided tour.
During the 90-minute tour, see the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the emblematic Hall of Mirrors. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XIV to Marie Antoinette. Hear about the many fascinating historical events that took place in the palace's rooms.
After your tour of the palace, take some free time to stroll around the beautiful French Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens if option selected. Finally, hop back on the bus for your journey back to central Paris.
Highlights
- Avoid waiting in line with simple skip-the-line tickets
- Explore the hall of mirrors and the king's and queen's state apartments
- Follow a knowledgeable guide through the emblematic royal Château
- Travel in a comfortable vehicle with a professionnal driver
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For safety reasons in the bus, children under 6 years old are not permitted for this activity. Please do not show up with children under 6 years old the day of the tour, we won't be able to accept them
Gardens close at 5:30 PM from November to March
The palace gardens are free every day from November to March excluding Easter period. No garden tickets are needed to visit on these dates. There are no musical or fountain shows on days when the gardens are free. Prices have been adjusted according to the current 2023 calendar of Versailles gardens show. In case of modification, fees might be applied to enter the gardens.
During peak times, the palace can be very crowded and there may be a short wait at the group entrance
There are no toilets on the coach
Morning tour : after your visit, the bus leaves Versailles at 2 PM (halfday option) or 6PM (fullday option)
Afternoon tour : after your visit, the bus leaves Versailles at 6PM (April through October) or at 5 PM (November through March)
Please check in at the time indicated on this voucher at the GetYourGuide store on 62 Avenue de Suffren. The nearest metro is exit 5 of La Motte-Picquet - Grenelle (on metro lines 6, 8, or 10).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
