The straightforward, no-planning way into the palace.
In our comparison: #20 of 22 in Versailles Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
8 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| AM:Palace tour & Garden accessThe page price | Morning Half Day Tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €95 |
| PM:Palace tour +garden access | Afternoon half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €95 |
| AM: Palace tour +garden access | 8:15 AM tour with garden acces: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €95 |
| PM:Palace tour & Garden access | Afternoon Half day tour: This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €115 |
| AM:Palace tour&Garden access | Morning Half Day tour : This option includes a shared guided tour of the palace and a self-guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €115 |
| Palace & Gardens Guided Tour | Half day tour in the afternoon: This option includes the Versailles Palace shared tour and a 45-minute guided tour of the gardens. Duration: 6 hours: The activity lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including transportation. | €135 |
| Full Access and Guided Tour | Fullday Tour : This option includes the Versailles palace shared tour, gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate tour Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation. | €185 |
| 8:30am - Full Access Tour | Fullday: This option includes a guided tour of the palace, the gardens and Marie Antoinette's Estate (Trianon). Duration: 11 hours: The activity lasts approximately 10.5 hours, including transportation. | €185 |
Children from €75 (ages 6 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 801 of 894
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Reviewers praise the guides' storytelling and free time in the gardens, though bus delays and pickup confusion recur.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 June 2026 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Skip the long entrances lines and begin your guided tour through the Versailles Palace, where you’ll discover the palace’s history and significance. Learn how it functioned as the center of political power in France from 1682 to 1789.
1h 30m · Admission includedExplore the palace’s unique and elaborate interior, including the king’s state apartments and the famous Hall of Mirrors.
20 min · Admission includedOn a self-tour, discover the magnificent Gardens of Versailles, which contain about 210,000 flowers planted annually within the gardens’ 1,977 acres (800 hectares). Today, the Gardens of Versailles are one of the most visited sites in France.
3h · Admission includedStart 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. Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate and controversial hamlet by choosing the Fullday option. Finally, hop back on the bus for your journey back to central Paris.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #20 of 22 | €95 | 4h–10h | 4.58 (894) | shared |
| Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour | €145 | 8h | 4.98 (1372) | shared |
| Versailles Private Half Day Guided Tour Hotel Pickup & Transfer | €637 | 5h | 4.99 (193) | private |
| Versailles Full-Day Electric Bike Tour : Market, Picnic & Palace | €169 | 8h | 4.92 (271) | shared |
Ranked #20 of 22 in Versailles Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €69 to €749, median €209; typical length 7h 30m. 7 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 22 Versailles Tours