--- title: From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/from-paris-versailles-palace-live-tour-with-gardens-access/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 115 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.58 reviews: 856 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 6 of 8 (Versailles Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/from-paris-versailles-palace-live-tour-with-gardens-access/ --- # From Paris: Versailles Palace Live Tour with Gardens Access **Guidekin's take:** A live-guided Versailles visit with gardens access and coach transfer from central Paris, rated by 856 travelers. The straightforward, no-planning way into the palace. ## Overview 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. 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. ## Key facts - Price: from €115 per person - Duration: 4h–10h - Rating: 4.58/5 from 856 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: GetYourGuide France ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | AM:Palace tour & Garden access | €115 / person | English | 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. | | PM:Palace tour & Garden access | €115 / person | English | 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. | | AM:Palace tour&Garden access | €115 / person | English | 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. | | Palace & Gardens Guided Tour | €135 / person | English | 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. | | Full Access and Guided Tour | €185 / person | English | 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. | | 8:30am - Full Access Tour | €185 / person | English | 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. | ## What's included - Garden Access: including the Musical Show (weekdays)/ Fountain Show (weekends) from April to October - Guided tour of the gardens (if option selected) - Expert Guided Tour: Professional, licensed guide for the Palace - Palace Admission: Timed-entry ticket to the Château de Versailles for seamless access - Round-Trip Comfortable Bus Transfer to and from Versailles, departing from the meeting point - Guided tour of Marie-Antoinette's Estate (if option selected) ## Not included - Admission for infant under 6 years old - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Restroom on board - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Palace of Versailles** (1h 30m; admission included) - 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. 2. **La Galerie des Glaces** (20m; admission included) - Explore the palace’s unique and elaborate interior, including the king’s state apartments and the famous Hall of Mirrors. 3. **Jardins du Chateau de Versailles** (3h; admission included) - On 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. ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 13:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet us in the GetYourGuide shop, 62 avenue de Suffren 75015 Paris ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - For safety reasons, children under 6 years old are NOT permitted on this tour. Please do not arrive with children under 6, as participation will be denied. - Please arrive at the meeting point at the time stated on your voucher. In case of late arrival for check-in or missing the bus, we cannot guarantee access to the palace. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur additional fees. - The palace gardens are free from November to March, so no tickets are required during this period. (Prices are adjusted accordingly) There are no musical or fountain shows during these months. - No Onboard Restrooms: Please note that there are no toilet facilities available on the bus. - In the rare event that the bus transfer cannot operate due to unforeseen circumstances, public transport will be used instead, accompanied by a GetYourGuide representative. - The fullday option (with Trianon Estate) involves significant walking and is not recommended for those with mobility issues - Please note that the duration of the activity may vary depending on traffic conditions ## How it compares in Versailles Tours Ranked **#6 of 8** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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