Versailles: Palace & Gardens Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

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Versailles: Palace & Gardens Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

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Join a guided tour of the Versailles Palace - max 8 people. Explore its iconic rooms and beautiful gardens with skip-the-line tickets. Visit Royal Apartments, Gallery of Mirrors, Queens Apartment.

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Highlights

Discover the history of Versailles Palace and its iconic rooms on a guided tour.
Enjoy skip-the-line access to see the beauty of Versailles Palace and gardens.
Visit the Royal Apartments, the King’s Grand Apartment and the Queen’s chambers.
Admire the Gallery of Mirrors, where royal events and political history unfolded
Stroll through the beautiful Gardens and see famous fountains like Apollo’s.

Description

Discover the wonders of the Versailles Palace in extraordinarily small groups of max 8 people led by expert guides. Skip-the-line tickets are included. Explore its royal gardens on a semi-private tour and visit the most iconic parts of the palace. Stroll through its gardens while learning about French royalty and their fascinating history on this exclusive tour. Begin your guided tour in the Grand Apartment of the King, a lavish suite where every room tells tales of monarchs who ruled from this grand palace. Admire the detailed ceiling frescoes and explore the fine artistry in the Throne Room. Then, visit the Queen’s Apartment, the private chambers where royal queens lived in elegance, surrounded by the luxury and refinement of the 17th century. Explore the meticulously restored rooms, which showcase the exquisite artistry and design of the era. Next, walk through the world-renowned Gallery of Mirrors, where sunlight pours through arched windows, reflecting off shimmering chandeliers and creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Imagine the grandeur of royal events in this hall, where political deals were sealed and history was made. After exploring the palace, step outside into the expansive Gardens of Versailles. Stroll through manicured paths and see famous fountains like Apollo’s Fountain, a tribute to the Sun King, and Neptune’s Fountain, known for its dramatic water displays. Explore the serene Basins of the Seasons, where sculptures represent the different times of the year. Conclude your tour by enjoying more time in the gardens. You can also explore the Coach Gallery and its exhibitions at your own pace, discovering additional aspects of Versailles’ royal history and the elaborate carriages used by past monarchs.

Includes

Skip-the-line tickets to Versailles Palace Guided tour of Versailles palace Tickets to the Gardens of Versailles Guided tour of the Gardens of the Versailles 3-hour guided tour Expert local guide

Important Information

The tour requires moderate amounts of walking and stairs. Please take mobility concerns into account before you book the tour.
Comfortable shoes and clothes are recommended.
Be prepared for any weather conditions; the tour takes place rain or shine.
Flash photography is not allowed inside the palace.
Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the palace.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the palace.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Please consider that from November to March, the gardens are under seasonal maintenance.
Please note that The Water Theater is available from March 29th to October 31st, 2024.
Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.