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Palace of Versailles with ornate architecture and expansive gardens in France.
Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, ornate chandeliers, gilded decor, arched mirrors, France.
Palace of Versailles Royal Quarters interior with ornate red furnishings and detailed ceiling.
Versailles Palace gardens with tourists exploring the landscaped courtyard, France.
Latona Fountain Pool at Palace of Versailles with gardens and visitors.
Madame Victoires room at Versailles with ornate furnishings and period decor.
Queens apartment interior at Versailles Palace, France, with ornate bed, floral tapestries, and chandelier.
Tourists walking in Versailles Palace garden with vibrant flower beds.
Fountain of Horses sculpture in Versailles Palace gardens, France.
Pouring tea from a porcelain teapot into a cup on a patterned tablecloth.

Tickets

Palace of Versailles Passport Tickets

What to bring

  • Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

  • Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • Infants must not sit on laps; infant seats are unavailable.
  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace. Photos without flash are permitted.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
  • This experience is not stroller accessible.
  • Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.

Additional information

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of your tour for smooth operation and respect for all participants.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • The gardens close at 6pm from November to March and at 8:30pm. from April to October.
  • Children aged 0–5 may enter for free but must be included in your booking.


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Flexible duration

What to bring

  • Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

  • Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • Infants must not sit on laps; infant seats are unavailable.
  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace. Photos without flash are permitted.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
  • This experience is not stroller accessible.
  • Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.

Additional information

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of your tour for smooth operation and respect for all participants.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • The gardens close at 6pm from November to March and at 8:30pm. from April to October.
  • Children aged 0–5 may enter for free but must be included in your booking.

Inclusions #

  • Timed entry to the Palace

  • Access to the Estate of Trianon (The Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and their gardens, as well as the Queen's hamlet)

  • Access to Gallery of Coaches and Royal Tennis Court

  • Access to Gardens and temporary exhibitions

  • Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

Exclusions #

  • Guide
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Fountain of Apollo with sculptures in Versailles Palace garden, France.
Versailles Gardens with manicured hedges and central fountain, France.
Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, ornate chandeliers, gilded decor, arched mirrors, France.
Tour guide explaining artwork inside Versailles Palace to visitors.
Versailles King's Private Apartment Porcelain Dining Room with ornate decor and blue chairs.
Corridor with statues and arches in Versailles Palace, France.
Bookshelf and ornate table in the Palace of Versailles library room.
Versailles King's Apartment bedroom with ornate gold and red canopy bed.
Louis XVI's Library in Versailles' King's Private Apartment with ornate bookshelves and chandelier.
Versailles Palace exterior with gardens, Paris tour.

Guided Tours

Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
  • Carry your booking confirmation (printed or digital) for smooth check-in.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the palace and gardens cover extensive grounds.
  • Consider bringing a bottle of water, especially during warmer months.

What’s not allowed

  • Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons.
  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Access is not allowed without a valid ticket or if you do not meet eligibility criteria for free entry.

Accessibility

  • Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility; the experience is not fully wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

  • Note: The Passport ticket grants access to the Palace, the Trianon Estate, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, temporary exhibitions and the gardens. From 1 April to 31 October, it also includes entry to the Musical Fountains shows.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • Late arrivals may be considered a "No Show" and are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling.
  • Free entry is available for visitors under 18 years old and for EU residents under 26 years old (valid ID required).


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1 hr. 30 min.

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
  • Carry your booking confirmation (printed or digital) for smooth check-in.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the palace and gardens cover extensive grounds.
  • Consider bringing a bottle of water, especially during warmer months.

What’s not allowed

  • Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons.
  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted inside the palace.
  • Access is not allowed without a valid ticket or if you do not meet eligibility criteria for free entry.

Accessibility

  • Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility; the experience is not fully wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

  • Note: The Passport ticket grants access to the Palace, the Trianon Estate, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, temporary exhibitions and the gardens. From 1 April to 31 October, it also includes entry to the Musical Fountains shows.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • Late arrivals may be considered a "No Show" and are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling.
  • Free entry is available for visitors under 18 years old and for EU residents under 26 years old (valid ID required).

Inclusions #

  • 90-minute guided tour of the palace

  • Professional English/French/Italian/Spanish-speaking guide

  • Access to Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

  • 90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

  • Transportation
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Tour group with guide in Hercules Drawing Room, Versailles Palace, France.
Tourists walking in the courtyard of Versailles Palace, France.
Tourists walking by the lake at Versailles Palace, France.
Guide explaining the private chambers of Marie Antoinette at the Palace of Versailles to a tour group.
Rustic village scene at Marie-Antoinette's Domain, Versailles, with stone cottages and wooden carts.
Tour guide leading group past statues in Garden of Versailles Palace, France.
Tourists with guide exploring gardens at Petit Trianon, Versailles.
Grand Trianon room with ornate blue drapes, gilded candelabra, and elegant furniture.
Tour guide explaining Petit Trianon to tourists in Versailles garden.
Temple of Love in Trianon gardens, surrounded by trees and reflected in a pond.

Guided Tours

From Paris: Palace of Versailles Full day Guided Tour with Access to King's and Queen's Apartments

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace or gardens for security reasons.
  • Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility due to extensive walking and limited step-free access.

Additional information

  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.


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7 hr.

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace or gardens for security reasons.
  • Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility due to extensive walking and limited step-free access.

Additional information

  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.

Inclusions #

  • Reserved access for Versailles Estate

  • Entrance for the gardens (even during the Fountains musical display)

  • Guided tour of the castle, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet.

  • Transport to and from Paris by air-conditioned coach

  • Access to King's and Queen’s grand apartments

  • Guided visit of the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Palace of Versailles courtyard with visitors, showcasing ornate architecture and golden details.
Hall of Mirrors in Versailles Palace with chandeliers and ornate decor.
Gardens and pond in front of the Palace of Versailles near Paris.
Visitor with audio guide at Gulbenkian Museum, Lisbon.
Man exiting bus with luggage in hand.
Tourists walking in the courtyard of Versailles Palace, France.
Corridor with statues and arches in Versailles Palace, France.
Ornate ceiling and frescoes in the Museum of the History of France, Versailles.
Versailles Gardens with manicured hedges and central fountain, France.
Fountain at Dragon Basin, Versailles, with visitors and palace in background.

Tickets

Round Trip: Paris to Versailles & Palace of Versailles Entry Ticket

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

  • Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
  • Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
  • Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.


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5 hr. - 7 hr.
Audio guide
Transfers available

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

  • Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
  • Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
  • Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

Inclusions #

  • Round-trip transportation in a comfortable bus or minibus between Paris and Versailles

  • Timed-entry ticket to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens

  • Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April to October)

  • Personalized welcome and assistance from multilingual hosts in red 'Magic Ways' jackets (as per option selected)

  • Audio guide available in 12 languages (as per option selected)

  • Guided tour of the castle, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, the Queen’s Hamlet, State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors (as per option selected)

  • Access to King's and Queen’s grand apartments (as per option selected)

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the Palace and gardens require extensive walking.

What’s not allowed

  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the Palace of Versailles.
  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace for security reasons.
  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
  • Smoking, alcohol, and illegal substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Additional information

  • Entry is by timed ticket, allowing you to skip the line at the Palace and gardens.
  • Access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show is included from April to October.
  • Cafés and restaurants are available near the Palace for meals, but these are not included in your ticket.
  • Security checks may delay entry; please allow extra time for this process.
  • Children of all ages are welcome, but all guests require a booked ticket.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Main entrance of Palace of Versailles with visitors exploring the courtyard.
Hall of Mirrors in Versailles Palace with chandeliers and ornate decor.
Musical fountain at the Palace of Versailles with sculptures and visitors in the background.
Visitors exploring Giverny Garden with a guide pointing out features.
Giverny Gardens with vibrant flowers and ivy-covered house, part of Versailles Palace & Giverny tour.
Pathway through vibrant gardens leading to Monet's House in Giverny, France.
Les Nymphéas restaurant entrance with garden, part of Versailles Palace & Giverny Gardens tour.
Traveller smiling on a bus, using public transport.
Fountain of Apollo with sculptures and water jets at Versailles Gardens, France.
Versailles Palace gardens with manicured hedges and central fountain on a day trip to Paris.

Day Trips

From Paris: Versailles Palace & Giverny Guided Day Trip

Full-day trip to Giverny & Versailles from Paris with priority entry to both sites

  • Day out to: Set off from central Paris on a fully planned full-day tour to Giverny and Versailles, with comfortable round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach.
  • You’ll get: Travel with an expert English-speaking guide and enjoy priority access to Monet’s House & Gardens and skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles.
  • Giverny & Monet’s House: Visit Monet’s home and gardens, walk through his studio, and see the lily pond and Japanese bridge that inspired his Water Lilies series.
  • Versailles Palace & Gardens: Explore the grand palace interiors and stroll through the gardens, with access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct).
  • Upgrades: Upgrade your experience with a 3-course lunch for a more relaxed and complete day.


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5 hr. 15 min. - 10 hr.
Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available

Full-day trip to Giverny & Versailles from Paris with priority entry to both sites

  • Day out to: Set off from central Paris on a fully planned full-day tour to Giverny and Versailles, with comfortable round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach.
  • You’ll get: Travel with an expert English-speaking guide and enjoy priority access to Monet’s House & Gardens and skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles.
  • Giverny & Monet’s House: Visit Monet’s home and gardens, walk through his studio, and see the lily pond and Japanese bridge that inspired his Water Lilies series.
  • Versailles Palace & Gardens: Explore the grand palace interiors and stroll through the gardens, with access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct).
  • Upgrades: Upgrade your experience with a 3-course lunch for a more relaxed and complete day.

Inclusions #

  • Full-day trip to Giverny and Versailles from Paris

  • Round-trip transfers in a comfortable air-conditioned coach

  • Expert English-speaking guide throughout the tour

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens

  • Entry tickets to Monet’s House and Gardens

  • Headsets at Versailles for clear audio during guided tours

  • Self-guided app for Monet’s House and Gardens

  • 3-course lunch with drinks (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Bring a child or infant seat if traveling with young children

What’s not allowed

  • Animals except for guide dogs are not allowed inside the palace, gardens, or Trianon Estate.
  • Weapons and sharp objects are strictly prohibited.

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs are allowed with valid documentation.
  • Palace of Versailles is wheelchair accessible.
  • Toilets and restaurants around the palace are accessible.

Additional information

  • Some palace areas may be closed and replaced with alternative rooms.
  • Security checks may cause short waits despite skip-the-line access.
  • Inside Monet’s house, visits are self-guided due to limited space.
  • Confirmation voucher is sent via email after booking.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
King’s Private Apartments in Versailles Palace with ornate desk and gilded decor.
Visitors at the entrance of Versailles Palace, France, with ornate architecture and golden details.
Tour group in the King's Private Apartments at Palace of Versailles, France.
Versailles Palace King's Private Apartments library with ornate decor and chandelier.
Bookshelf and ornate table in the Palace of Versailles library room.
Versailles Palace King's Private Apartments with ornate gold decor and red chairs.
Versailles King's Private Apartment Porcelain Dining Room with ornate decor and blue chairs.
Madame Victoires Room at the Palace of Versailles with ornate decor and paintings.
Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, ornate chandeliers, gilded decor, arched mirrors, France.
Fountain at Dragon Basin, Versailles, with visitors and palace in background.

Guided Tours

Guided Tour of the King's Private Apartments with Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tickets

Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private quarters of the kings.

  • Everything you get: Led by an expert guide, go beyond the ceremonial grandeur of Versailles and step into the private quarters of the kings. Hidden behind the State Apartments, these intimate “small apartments” reveal a more personal side of royal life, with refined décor and beautifully preserved spaces such as the Clock Cabinet, the recently restored Corner Cabinet, the library, and Louis XVI’s Games Room.
  • Why choose this: Most tours don't include access to the King's Private Apartments—this one does. Step beyond the grand halls for a rare look at royal life behind closed doors.


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1 hr. 30 min.

Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private quarters of the kings.

  • Everything you get: Led by an expert guide, go beyond the ceremonial grandeur of Versailles and step into the private quarters of the kings. Hidden behind the State Apartments, these intimate “small apartments” reveal a more personal side of royal life, with refined décor and beautifully preserved spaces such as the Clock Cabinet, the recently restored Corner Cabinet, the library, and Louis XVI’s Games Room.
  • Why choose this: Most tours don't include access to the King's Private Apartments—this one does. Step beyond the grand halls for a rare look at royal life behind closed doors.

Inclusions #

  • Skip-the-line passport tickets for Versailles Palace

  • 90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment

Exclusions #

  • Guided tour of the Versailles Palace
  • To access your guided tour, you must present an admission ticket for the same day, in addition to your guided tour ticket (including visitors eligible for free admission).
  • Re-entry upon leaving the palace premises is not allowed.
  • Animals are not permitted in the palace.
  • Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
  • Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
  • Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Trianon Palace with gardens and visitors in Versailles, France.
Tourists with guide exploring gardens at Petit Trianon, Versailles.
Grand Trianon room with ornate blue drapes, gilded candelabra, and elegant furniture.
Queen's Hamlet in Versailles with rustic buildings by a pond surrounded by trees.
Visitors walking towards the Domain of Marie Antoinette, Palace of Versailles.
Guide explaining the private chambers of Marie Antoinette at the Palace of Versailles to a tour group.
Garden paths and flowerbeds at the Grand Trianon Palace, Versailles, France.
Tourists walking by the lake at Versailles Palace, France.
Rustic village scene at Marie-Antoinette's Domain, Versailles, with stone cottages and wooden carts.
Tourists viewing a rustic cottage in the Domain of Marie-Antoinette, Versailles.

Tickets

Trianon Estate and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets

Go beyond the main palace and unlock every side of Versailles, from royal grandeur to Marie-Antoinette’s private retreat.

  • Everything you get: Step into Marie-Antoinette’s private world at the Estate of Trianon. Explore the Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon, and the storybook Queen’s Hamlet, along with their gardens, plus access to the temporary exhibitions for a complete, unrushed visit.
  • Why choose this: This ticket opens the doors to the royals’ private world, where life unfolded beyond ceremony and court etiquette. At the Marie-Antoinette Estate, discover how the queen and the royal family spent their days relaxing at the Petit Trianon, entertaining in intimate leisure spaces, and escaping palace formality at the Queen’s Hamlet and its working farm—offering a rare, personal glimpse into royal life at Versailles.


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Flexible duration

Go beyond the main palace and unlock every side of Versailles, from royal grandeur to Marie-Antoinette’s private retreat.

  • Everything you get: Step into Marie-Antoinette’s private world at the Estate of Trianon. Explore the Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon, and the storybook Queen’s Hamlet, along with their gardens, plus access to the temporary exhibitions for a complete, unrushed visit.
  • Why choose this: This ticket opens the doors to the royals’ private world, where life unfolded beyond ceremony and court etiquette. At the Marie-Antoinette Estate, discover how the queen and the royal family spent their days relaxing at the Petit Trianon, entertaining in intimate leisure spaces, and escaping palace formality at the Queen’s Hamlet and its working farm—offering a rare, personal glimpse into royal life at Versailles.

Inclusions #

  • Access to the Estate of Trianon (Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet and their gardens)

  • Access to temporary exhibitions (e.g., The Grand Dauphin until 15 February 2026, 1725. Native American allies at the court of Louis XV until 3 May 2026)

  • Access to the Gallery of Coaches every weekend

  • Access to the Royal Tennis Court from Tuesday to Sunday

Exclusions #

  • Access to the Versailles Palace

What's not allowed

  • Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
  • Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
  • Toilet facilities around the palace.
  • Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

  • From July 2 to September 8, early opening at 10am.
  • You may experience some waiting time at the security check at the entrance of the Estate
  • Pick up an Estate of Trianon leaflet for free at the entrance.
  • To make the most of your visit—the Gardens are open from 8am, the Estate of Trianon from noon, the Gallery of Coaches, and The Royal Tennis Court at 12:30pm.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Versailles Palace courtyard with tourists and entrance to La Flottille Restaurant, France.
Palace of Versailles with ornate architecture and expansive gardens in France.
Palace of Versailles Royal Quarters interior with ornate red furnishings and detailed ceiling.
Flottille café entrance with outdoor seating in a lush garden setting.
Tourists receiving Flottille's snack wrap in Paris, France.
Latona Fountain Pool at Palace of Versailles with gardens and visitors.
Madame Victoires room at Versailles with ornate furnishings and period decor.
Dining tables at La Flottille with a view of a hot air balloon outside.
Hanging spherical lights in Flottille's snack & go setting.
Queens apartment interior at Versailles Palace, France, with ornate bed, floral tapestries, and chandelier.

Dining

La Flottille Garden Restaurant + Passport Ticket to Versailles Palace

Dine at a historic canal-side restaurant and explore the entire Versailles estate in one visit.

  • Everything you get at the Versailles Palace: Step into splendor with timed entry to the palace’s opulent halls and the Hall of Mirrors. Explore the gardens with fountains and sculptures, visit the charming Trianon Estate, and enjoy the seasonal Fountain or Musical show (between April and October) for a full royal experience.
  • Everything you get at La Flottille: This charming, early-1900s brasserie echoes the 'guinguette' style of dining with a lake view. Choose a snack voucher for light bites like fresh fruit salads and artisanal cheeses, or a lunch voucher featuring fish and chips or Angus beef bavette. Kids get croque-monsieur, sausages with mash, and ice cream specially made for them.
  • Why choose this: La Flottille sits inside the palace grounds, so you can dine without leaving the park. Overlooking the Grand Canal, its lush, green setting feels like a natural extension of the palace, with a playful kids’ menu to keep little ones happy.
  • Upgrades: Opt for a €40 lunch voucher for a complete meal at La Flottille, or select the €20 snack voucher for a lighter bite.


Flexible duration
Meals included

Dine at a historic canal-side restaurant and explore the entire Versailles estate in one visit.

  • Everything you get at the Versailles Palace: Step into splendor with timed entry to the palace’s opulent halls and the Hall of Mirrors. Explore the gardens with fountains and sculptures, visit the charming Trianon Estate, and enjoy the seasonal Fountain or Musical show (between April and October) for a full royal experience.
  • Everything you get at La Flottille: This charming, early-1900s brasserie echoes the 'guinguette' style of dining with a lake view. Choose a snack voucher for light bites like fresh fruit salads and artisanal cheeses, or a lunch voucher featuring fish and chips or Angus beef bavette. Kids get croque-monsieur, sausages with mash, and ice cream specially made for them.
  • Why choose this: La Flottille sits inside the palace grounds, so you can dine without leaving the park. Overlooking the Grand Canal, its lush, green setting feels like a natural extension of the palace, with a playful kids’ menu to keep little ones happy.
  • Upgrades: Opt for a €40 lunch voucher for a complete meal at La Flottille, or select the €20 snack voucher for a lighter bite.

Inclusions #

  • Soft drinks at the restaurant

  • Timed entry to the palace

  • Access to the Trianon Estate

  • Access to the gardens

  • Access to the Fountain or Musical show (April to October only)

  • €40 voucher for lunch at La Flottille (as per option selected)

  • €20 voucher for snacks at La Flottille (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

  • Extra items ordered at La Flottille outside the ticket menu

  • Tips

What's not allowed

  • Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
  • Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
  • Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Versailles estate

  • Lifts for all levels of the Versailles Palace.
  • Flat benches are available to sit on in the reception and museum areas.
  • Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
  • Toilet facilities around the palace.

La Flottille

  • The toilets in the restaurant are accessible.

Additional information

Versailles estate

  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
  • Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

La Flottille

  • In order to eat at the restaurant, you must have a valid entry ticket to the Versailles Palace.
  • The opening hours vary by the season: April to October, from 9am—6:30pm and November to March, from 9am—5pm.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Louvre Museum glass pyramid entrance and Versailles Palace gardens in Paris, France.
Inverted Pyramid inside Louvre Museum with visitors exploring the area.
Visitors viewing the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Palace of Versailles front view with fountain and gardens in France.
Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, ornate chandeliers and ceiling frescoes, France.
Tourists viewing paintings in a gallery at the Louvre Museum, Paris.
The Dying Slave and Rebellious Slave sculptures at Louvre Museum, Paris.
Royal Quarters interior at Palace of Versailles with ornate red and gold decor, chandeliers, and paintings.
Royal Chapel interior with ornate columns and grand organ, Palace of Versailles.
Latona Fountain Pool at Palace of Versailles with gardens and visitors.

Combos

Combo (Save 9%): Louvre Museum Reserved Access + Versailles Palace Tickets

What’s not allowed

Louvre Museum

  • There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
  • The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.

Versailles Palace

  • Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
  • Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
  • Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Louvre Museum

  • The museum is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Versailles Palace

  • Lifts for all levels of the Versailles Palace.
  • Flat benches are available to sit on in reception and museum areas.
  • Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
  • Toilet facilities around the palace.
  • Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

Louvre Museum

  • Kindly note that tickets can also be purchased through the venue, where pricing for a reserved time slot starts at 22€, subject to availability. Tickets are nominative and they cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
  • Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
  • Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
  • Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).


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What’s not allowed

Louvre Museum

  • There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
  • The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.

Versailles Palace

  • Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
  • Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
  • Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Louvre Museum

  • The museum is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Versailles Palace

  • Lifts for all levels of the Versailles Palace.
  • Flat benches are available to sit on in reception and museum areas.
  • Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.
  • Toilet facilities around the palace.
  • Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

Louvre Museum

  • Kindly note that tickets can also be purchased through the venue, where pricing for a reserved time slot starts at 22€, subject to availability. Tickets are nominative and they cannot be modified, refunded, or resold.
  • Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
  • Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

  • For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
  • Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
  • Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

Inclusions #

Louvre Museum

  • Timed access entry ticket

  • Access to temporary exhibitions

  • Free admission to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix

  • Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish & Japanese

Palace of Versailles

  • Passport ticket (access to the palace + estate + garden shows)

  • Entry to the temporary exhibitions

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Things to know before booking your Palace of Versailles tickets

  • Tickets to the Palace of Versailles are timed, meaning you must choose a specific time slot for your visit. This ticket grants you entry to the Palace within 30 minutes of your chosen slot.
  • Due to the Palace’s popularity, tickets often sell out 2-3 months in advance, so be sure to book well in advance. 
  • The Versailles Estate is made up of several areas worth visiting. The Palace is the central attraction, including highlights like the Hall of Mirrors, the King and Queen’s apartments, and the Gallery of Battles. Tickets to the Palace also include access to the Gallery of Coaches, right outside the Palace gates.
  • To fully appreciate the Palace's rich history, opt for a guided tour. These tours offer valuable insights and help you navigate the vast complex, ensuring you don’t miss anything important.
  • Certain areas of the Palace, like the Royal Chapel, Royal Opera, and the King’s Private Apartments, are inaccessible to the public. However, exclusive private tours**** provide access to these sections while still allowing you time to explore the rest of the Palace independently afterward. With a dedicated entrance to the Palace, these tours also allow you to skip the long entry lines at the Palace.
  • The Park is free to visit daily, as are the Gardens, except on days the Musical Gardens (April-October) or the Fountain Shows (April-October) are held. On these days, entry is restricted to ticket holders, with free entry for children under six.
  • If you have already visited the Palace and just want to visit the estate, we have dedicated tickets for just that.
  • For** full access to the Versailles estate —including the Palace, Gardens, and Trianon Estate—the passport ticket** is your best option. It offers excellent value for money, granting you entry to all areas with just one ticket.
  • If you're visiting from Paris, consider tickets that include round-trip bus transfers. Whether you opt for a standard Palace ticket, guided tour, or passport ticket, adding transfers simplifies logistics, allowing you to focus on enjoying your visit.
  • The Palace offers free entry on the first Sunday of each month, from November to March. However, you still need to book a time slot in advance to be allowed entry. Expect larger crowds on these days.

Palace of Versailles estate explainer

The Palace

The former French royal residence, is the centerpiece of the estate, attracting 10 million visitors annually.

With 700 rooms, including iconic spaces like the Hall of Mirrors and Royal Opera, the Palace showcases the pomp of the French monarchy in the late 1700s. Most first-time visitors tend to focus their visit on the Palace.

More about the Palace

The Gardens

Designed by André Le Nôtre, the Gardens of Versailles are a stunning example of French landscape design, featuring ornate fountains, sculptures, and groves.

If you're visiting between April and October, attend the Musical Fountain Shows, where fountains and water features are synchronized to Baroque music. Note: access to the Gardens during these shows requires a special ticket.

The Park

Beyond the gardens lies the Park, spanning about 800 hectares. This vast area is crisscrossed by straight paths that divide wooded areas and agricultural fields, offering stunning views of the Palace and gardens.

Key features include the 1,670-meter Grand Canal, and the 12-hectare Lake of the Swiss Guard. The Park is ideal for those who enjoy long walks and exploring less crowded parts of the estate.

The Trianon Estate

The Trianon Estate, nestled near the Petit Park, served as a retreat for kings seeking to escape the formalities of court life. This area includes the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet, surrounded by ornamental gardens.

This area is perfect for visitors who have already explored the main Palace and are interested in the personal lives of the French monarchy.

Palace of Versailles map showing entrances, gardens, and Trianon estates.

Guide to help you choose the right ticket

Palace-only access

You can choose between:

Timed entry:

  • Access the Palace at a specified time slot and explore at your own pace.

Book: Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

Guided tour:

  • Enjoy priority access to the Palace with an expert guide who provides in-depth commentary in your chosen language.

Book:Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

Exclusive access tours:

  • Gain entry to restricted areas such as the King’s Private Apartments and the Royal Opera or Chapel.
  • These small-group tours also allow you to explore the rest of the Palace on your own.

Book: Guided Tour of the King's Private Apartments with Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tickets

Estate-only access

Explore a more intimate side of Versailles with tickets granting skip-the-line tickets to the Estate of Trianon—Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet.

Book: Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets

Note: These tickets don’t include access to the Palace.

All-access tickets [Passport]

Provides comprehensive access to all areas of the Versailles estate — the Palace, Gardens (even on show days), Trianon Estate, and the Queen's Hamlet. You can choose between:

Timed entry:

  • Explore the entire estate on your own, with timed entry to the palace. 

Book: Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

Guided tour:

  • Explore the entire estate with an expert guide, proficient in your chosen language. 

Book:Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

Day trip with transfers

Depart from the Eiffel Tower in an air-conditioned coach.

Select options to explore only the Palace or the entire Estate.

Book:

  • From Paris: Palace of Versailles & Giverny Gardens Guided Tour
  • From Paris: Palace of Versailles Full day Guided Tour with Access to Queen Marie Antoinette's Estate

Plan your royal visit

  • The Palace: Tue-Sun, 9am to 6:30pm
  • The Estate of Trianon: Tue-Sun, noon to 6:30pm
  • The Gardens: Daily, 8am to 8:30pm 
  • The Park: Daily, 7am to 8:30pm daily
  • The Great Stables: Sat-Sun, 12:30pm to 6:30pm

Best time to visit

  • The Palace is closed on Mondays and is busiest on Sundays and Tuesdays. For a quieter experience, visit on Wednesdays or Fridays.
  • The off-season (November to March) is ideal for visiting with fewer crowds.
  • During peak season, visit early morning or late afternoon. 

The main entrance to the Palace of Versailles is through the Court of Honor (Cour d'Honneur).

The Château de Versailles is located approximately 12 miles (40 minutes) West of Paris. You could choose to travel from Paris to Versailles by train, bus, car or opt for a convenient guided tour that includes round trip transportation.

Due to the large numbers of visitors at the Palace of Versailles every day, there can be upto a 60 minute wait in ticket queues, with a wait time of upto 2 hours during the peak season.

The Palace of Versailles provides you with many free services such as two free wifi areas, free and secure mobile charging stations, audio guides to help you find your way around, toilets and baby changing tables.

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Explore Versailles Palace

The Château de Versailles is one amongst the world’s most prestigious monuments, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site and “Monument Historique”. With over 700 rooms, the Palace of Versailles offers a sneak peek into the lives of the French monarchy during their most influential years. From the glittering Hall of Mirrors to the stunning portraits that sweep the ceilings of the State Apartments, the Palace takes you back in time. Displaying over 60,000 artwork collections, Versailles is an ode to five centuries of French History.

The Versailles Gardens were created out of the marshes that covered the hunting grounds of Versailles. André Le Nôtre, a famous French gardener, designed and conceived a series of gardens, groves, and parks for the palace by taming and leveling the surrounding woods. A testimony of French design and detailing, the gardens are marked by ornate fountains, exquisite sculptures, parterres and groves with a canal in the forefront, offering a spectacular sight. All these elements of these incredible gardens come alive during the musical shows, to the rhythm of French Baroque music and dramatic lighting effects.

The Musical Fountains Shows are one of the major attractions at the Palace of Versailles gardens. A 350-year tradition, watch scores of historical fountain masterpieces come alive to the tunes of Baroque music.

Show Dates 

April 2 to 30 Oct, 2022: Every Saturday and Sunday except May 1
May 3 to June 28, 2022: Every Tuesday

Special Dates: April 15, May 26, July 14, and August 15, 2022.

Marie Antoinette’s Estate

Away from all the ceremony of the Palace, the Estate of Trianon lies adjacent to the Petit Park and is home to the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon palaces, the Queen’s Hamlet and a variety of ornamental gardens. It is most closely associated with Queen Marie-Antoinette, as she often sought refuge here and commissioned the large and marvelous landscaped gardens centered around a hamlet of rustic cottages.


Estate timings

Tuesday - Sunday from 12:30 PM to 6:30 PM

The last entry is at 6:00 PM

gallery of coaches, palace of versailles

Step back in time as you browse through the works showcased at the Carrosses Gallery. Created by Louis-Philippe, the gallery houses a valuable collection of carriages, sleds, cars and harnesses.


Gallery timings

Tuesday - Sunday | 12:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Last entry is at 6:00 PM

Palace of Versailles with musical fountain and garden view in France.

The Versailles Park is located beyond the Gardens and is situated around the Grand Canal. The Park covers approximately 800 hectares, marked with straight paths going in and out of wooded areas and farmed lands and offers incredible views of the Gardens and Palace. Picnic on the lawn or ride around on a Segway tour as you take in the grandeur of the Royal Estate.

Hours

Tuesday - Sunday | 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Last entry is at 6:00 PM

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Visitor Tips & Hacks

  • There are two audio guide pick-up counters, both located on the ground floor: one at the entrance to the Apartments of Mesdames, and another at the entrance to the Gallery of Castles, just after crossing the Royal Court.
  • Visitors are requested not to touch any vases or statues, not to walk on the lawns or to have picnics.
  • Animals must be kept on a lead. They are not allowed in Marie-Antoinette's Estate or inside the gardens and groves.
  • Use of camera flashes and mobile phones is prohibited inside the Museum.
  • In the interest of everyone, proper dress is required.
  • Use of extendable monopod stick poles for smartphones is strictly prohibited in the rooms of the Museum
  • The Park and Gardens are open every day. The access is free except during Musical Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens.
  • There are three train stations in Versailles, the closest one of the Palace is Versailles Château Rive Gauche.
  • The following items must be left at the bag deposit: walking sticks, umbrellas, pointed, sharp or blunt objects, suitcases, briefcases, rucksacks, shopping and other bags, pushchairs, children's cars, push scooters, helmets, camera tripods, reproductions and casts.
  • You are allowed to bring your own picnic or lunch to Versailles, but you can of course only eat outside the castle (in the gardens).
  • Every first sunday from November to March sees free entry to the Palace of Versailles for all.

Versailles Palace Tickets FAQs

A. Yes. You can book your Palace of Versailles tickets online as they now accept only digital reservations.