Versailles Palace Skip the line Guided Full Day or Half Day Tour
122 Reviews
Versailles, France

Cultural Tours hosted by Memories France
3 hours and 15 minutes (approx.)
Up to 15 travelers
Meet everyone at the start point
Mobile ticket
Offered in English
About
- Fully accredited English speaking guide
- Limited groups of 20 people or fewer
- Fully guided tour of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles
- Guided visit of the Musical Gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October
- Headsets so you can always hear your guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Transportation to/from Versailles
What's not included
Pickup point
Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop atPalace of Versailles
Meet your guide in Versailles and journey in the footsteps of the kings and queens of France! During the reign of Louis XIV, the Sun King, Versailles was the place to be and to be seen. Nowadays visitors from all over the world still come to Versailles to marvel at the splendors of this incredible palace. Your skip-the-line access allows you to bypass the long lines that form each day, and your friendly local guide will steer you expertly through the crowds, bringing the famous figures who once inhabited this palace back to life. See the dazzling Hall of Mirrors and the royal bedrooms where the king and queen would go to bed and get up daily in front of a large audience. Learn about life at the royal court - there was even a ceremony for the King putting on and taking off his hunting boots! - the glory of the Sun King that was symbolised by this magnificent palace, and the tragic downfall of King Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution.
2 hours (approx.)・Admission included
Stop atLa Galerie des Glaces
Stroll through the glittering Hall of Mirrors, as Kings, Queens and courtiers once did, as your guide brings the daily life, ceremonies and scandals of the royal court to life.
15 minutes (approx.)・Admission included
Stop atJardins du Chateau de Versailles
After visiting the state apartments inside the palace, your guide will lead you through the spectacular gardens, once the setting of balls, parties and elaborate firework displays, the symbol of the King's power over nature. Discover hidden groves and on fountain show days you will see the amazing waterworks, still running today as they did in the times of kings and queens. The fountains run according to a very precise schedule, and your guide will ensure you are in exactly the right spot at the right time!
1 hour (approx.)・Admission included
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour involves a reasonable amount of walking. Please ensure you wear comfortable shoes.
- Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
- You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
- If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
- Please note the full day tour requires a lot of walking. The tour is paced to be comfortable but you will need to be able to walk throughout the whole day.
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Beautiful Palace - excellent guide.
Averill_L, Dec 2024
Ivan was an excellent guide . He skilfully guided us through the beautiful palace which was extremely busy His knowledge and enthusiasm never waivered and we learned so much about the French history which has shaped today . Would definitely recommend
Perfect visit
davidnZ5943XZ, Dec 2024
She was excellent!! Absolutely recommend. Very fun and informative. Willing to help for anything including pictures.
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Quest30347054411, Dec 2024
Sylvania was a great guide with interesting stories that made walking through and looking at Versailles all that much better.
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melissa_S, Dec 2024
Great tour knowledgeable guide! Extensive tour. She spoke excellent English and told great stories. Beautiful day.
Insightful tour
WeeBoon_T, Dec 2024
Friendly and knowledgeable guide. She has been very helpful with good command of English. Hope to good good guides like her !