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Versailles Domain Half or Full Day Private Guided Tour from Paris

4.9 · 101 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by MY PRIVATE PARIS Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
4h–8h
Group
Shared tour · private option available
Guide languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:00, 09:30, 11:00, 14:00 · Hotel pickup from 2125 pickup points
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore the Palace of Versailles and its gardens on a private tour for your party, with half-day and full-day options.

Reserved access, a guide and central Paris accommodation transfers are included; food and drinks cost extra. 4.94 from 101 reviews at €539 per person for 4h–8h.

In our comparison: #11 of 67 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 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: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Half Day OptionThe page priceDuration: 5 hours: Visit the Royal Palace, gaze at the Hall of Mirrors and explore the French Garden by the Grand Canal. Deluxe chauffeured-vehicle: Ride with class on our deluxe chauffeured-vehicle. Note that our guides are not the drivers, you will have 2 staff. Pickup included€539 for 2+ people
Full Day OptionQueen Marie-Antoinette Extra: Only on the full day tour will you have the opportunity to explore the exquisite private mansion of Queen Marie-Antoinette ! Duration: 8 hours: Get the full Versailles experience including the Royal Palace, the King's garden and Queen Marie Antoinette's private estate! Deluxe chauffeured-vehicle: Ride with class on our deluxe chauffeured-vehicle. Note that our guides are not the drivers, you will have 2 staff. Pickup included€779 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Transportation in deluxe A/C vehicle with chauffeur
  • Reserved Access to the Palace & the Gardens
  • Official local guide for the Chateau de Versailles
  • Accommodation pickup and drop-off in central Paris
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.9
101 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 100 of 101

Star breakdown of all 101 ratings

5 stars
97 · 96%
4 stars
3 · 3%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value detailed storytelling and personalised guidance; palace rooms can still be crowded.

Praised

  • Engaging explanations of the palace and French royal history
  • Comfortable vehicles and convenient hotel pickup and return
  • Guides who adapt the visit to personal interests and mobility needs
  • Priority entry and help navigating the estate
  • Stories that keep children and teenagers interested

Complaints

  • Crowded palace rooms even during a private tour

Written by Guidekin from the 98 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (20 April 2019 to 25 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
08:00, 09:30, 11:00, 14:00, daily except Mon; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 2125 pickup points (2125 pickup points listed by the operator, 2125 of them hotels)
Operator
MY PRIVATE PARIS; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Enjoy our Private Tour of Versailles and discover centuries of history and luxury with access. Our Versailles private tour includes the admission to the palace of Versailles and to the Fountains Garden, but also Private Transfers from Paris and the lively comments, stories and anecdotes of your Local Tour Guide.

With this private tour of Versailles, not only you will save tons of time, but you will also get to discover this masterpiece of French history & culture from a Local Perspective. It’s the best way to enjoy a day trip from Paris !

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included bring or buy your own

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips

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This tour · #11 of 67€5394h–8h4.94 (101)private
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Paris Wine Day Tours exclusive Champagne tour incl. 3 visits€39012h5.0 (95)shared

Ranked #11 of 67 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €69 to €955, median €270; typical length 11h. 24 of 67 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 67 Day Trips

From €539 per adult · Half Day Option