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Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Gardens, Trianons & The Hamlet

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Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Gardens, Trianons & The Hamlet
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Make the most of your visit to the incomparable Versailles Palace and Gardens with a full-day tour. Stroll through the Gardens of Versailles (Jardins de Versailles) with your guide, who helps bring the history of the UNESCO-listed site to life and offers insights into Marie Antoinette's Estate. Tour the opulent Palace of Versailles (Chateau de Versailles). Visitors on Sunday can take advantage of the weekly spectacular fountain show in the gardens.
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Versailles Palace admission ticket and guided visit
Gardens admission ticket and guided visit (Fountain Show, according to program)
Marie-Antoinette's Estate ticket and guided visit (Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon and Queen's hamlet)
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Lunch
GetYourGuide Versailles , 10 Av. du Général de Gaulle, 78000 Versailles, France
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Do not go directly at the Palace of Versailles.You must check in at GetYourGuide office, located near Café Madeleine, across the street from the train station Versailles Château Rive Gauche (RER line C).

Palace of Versailles , Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
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Begin your full-day exploration of the UNESCO-listed Versailles with a walk through the expansive Versailles Gardens, one of the most visited places in the country.

The huge space, covering 1,977 acres (800 hectares), blooms with roughly 210,000 flowers planted each year. Learn more about the history of the gardens and how they were used from your expert guide.

Take advantage of skip-the-line access to avoid waiting at the entrance to the Versailles Palace, where you'll go on the next stop on your guided tour. Learn how this extravagant place was both a private home for the royal family and the center of political power from 1682 until 1789. Walk through the king's and queen's apartments, the fabulous Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Chapel.

Visitors who are at Versailles on a Sunday get an added bonus of seeing a fountain show in the morning in the gardens. The ornate fountain show is coordinated to a classical music soundtrack, which makes a morning walk through the gardens even more delightful.

Take a break for lunch (own expense), then follow your guide to the Grand Trianon. Louis XIV had this lodge built in 1670 to offer respite from the formal palace. Next, visit Marie Antoinette's Estate, where you'll see the Petit Trianon – the queen's private retreat – along with the French Pavilion and Queen's Hamlet.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Palace of Versailles
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.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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The Hall of Mirrors
Explore the palace’s unique and elaborate interior, including the king’s state apartments and the famous Hall of Mirrors.
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Admission Ticket Included
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Le Jardin de Versailles
Then, discrover the magnificent Gardens of Versailles, with your guide, which contain about 210,000 flowers planted annually within the gardens’ 1,977 acres (800 hectares). Your knowledgeable guide will tell you about the astounding 50 years of development of the gardens. Today, the Gardens of Versailles are one of the most visited sites in France. If you plan your trip for a Sunday, add something special to your day with the amazing morning fountain show in the Gardens of Versailles. Enjoy the fantastic display of water fountains and classical music while strolling through the gardens.
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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
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Marie-Antoinette's Estate
Your guide will accompany you to the Marie-Antoinette’s Estate, where you will discover the Grand Trianon and the Petit Trianon. During this tour, you will be able to glimpse the Queen Hamlet.
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Duration: 2 hours 
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A considerable amount of walking is involved. Not recommended for people with difficulties walking or standing for long periods of time
  • The time on your voucher is the meeting time at the shop (tour departs few minutes after). In case of late arrival, no refund or postponement will be made.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • The tickets for the Musical Show or Fountain Show are included
  • On Wednesdays in April, May, June, September, October the gardens are free (no entrance ticket required - no musical or fountain show). Price have been adjusted accordingly.
  • Bring your own headphones if you have them; standard jack, not Bluetooth
  • The skip-the-line access can be slowed down on peak days due to various safety controls established by the Versailles Palace
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Versailles Château Rive Gauche train station will be closed between July 15 - August 20, 2022. Instead, you will need to take a different route from Paris.
  • There are two options with public transport: 1. Take a train to the station called "Versailles Rive Droite" (Take line L via Saint Lazare or La Défense) then it's a 25-minute walk to the GetYourGuide shop. 2. Take a train to the station called "Versailles Chantiers" (Take line N via Montparnasse or line U via La Défense) then it's a 15-minute walk to the GetYourGuide shop.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • OPERATED BY GetYourGuide
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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What is the policy on sanitization during Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Gardens, Trianons & The Hamlet?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Gardens, Trianons & The Hamlet?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Versailles Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour with Gardens, Trianons & The Hamlet.

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  • "Make sure you wear comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking." See review
  • "By the end of the day our feet were complaining but it was all worth the trip." See review
  • "The full day tour of Versailles was definitely worth every penny." See review

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Amazing Versailles
Janine_M
, Aug 2022
Gabriella was a brilliant guide. She was full of information and is clearly passionate about her job. We would highly recommend this tour if amazing Versailles.
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Brilliant!
Rajinder_G
, Aug 2022
Loved it! Our guide Sophie was superb. Worth doing palace and gardens. The instructions on the meeting place was spot on. Thank you.
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Friendly and knowledgeable guide. Full day of tourism
Roderick_W
, Aug 2022
Our tour guide, Isabelle, was very knowledgeable and friendly. She was able to share key points with us during the tour of the palace and gardens. There is so much to see and we would recommend very comfortable shoes as we walked about 5 miles in total.
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Tiring but worth it
Vivan_T
, Aug 2022
I enjoyed my tour very much. Sophie was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. It was an extremely hot day which made the tour very tiring, but Sophie knew all the shady spots where the group could rest and where to refill water bottles. You definitely need comfortable shoes for the all day tour. This would be a difficult tour if you have difficulty walking at a moderate pace. I'm glad I did the all day tour because I felt like I didn't miss anything important on my only day at Versailles.
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Viator is not the only way but it's definitely the best way
Ernesto_P
, Jul 2022
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the topic and very enthusiastic. Were were able to cover every corner of Versailles.
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Fantastic Day at Versailles
Janice_M
, Jul 2022
Sophie was a wonderful guide: knowledgeable; articulate; informative; and extremely skilled at navigating the very challenging crowds and logistics at Versailles. My sister and I had looked forward to this excursion for months and it did not disappoint. Thank you Sophie!
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The hall of mirrors & the...
Wasan_M
, Jul 2022
The hall of mirrors & the gardens .The Trianon were also nice the only downside is that we had to go to the office a pick up place in Paris would’ve helped a lot more . At the end of the day you can’t feel your feet as it’s a lot of walking I didn’t mind that just be aware .
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star-5
Great experience, highly recommend!
laurtlin
, Jul 2022
Big thanks to viator and our guide anne sophie, for making what could have been an awful experience into an amazing one! Our train to versailles was cancelled with no other options available. It took us forever to get an uber/taxi, but calling viator ensured our guide anne sophie waited for us as long as she could so we would not miss the tour. Anne sophie was also a very knowledgeable and charismatic; glad we didn’t miss this experience!
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Enjoyed thunder storm...
Constance_D
, Jul 2022
Enjoyed thunder storm while in gardens taking cover under trees which was not best option in retrospect.
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star-5
My tour guide was awesome.
theresa9199
, Jul 2022
Our tour guide - Laura - changed my perspective, understanding, and appreciation of Versailles. Her tour made the place come alive with extraordinary stories and details that made the day memorable and unforgettable.
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Excellent Experience
Elizabeth_H
, Jul 2022
Laura was an excellent guide. She was professional, engaging and highly informative . She brought the entire Versailles history and experience to life! We would highly recommend Laura and this tour!
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star-5
Great Versailles tour
Denisse_L
, Jul 2022
Very interesting with lots to see. The Trianons and the Hamlet were worth the visit. Our tour guide Sophie was amazing!
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Versailles Awesome! Guide Laura Even Better!
Kyle_R
, Jul 2022
Our guide Laura was an absolute All-Star. Our 4 day trip to Paris was highlighted by our all-day adventure to Versailles. The Chateau and grounds are marvelous, but with the history and context that Laura was able to provide the entire experience came to life. You know you have a great guide when they are able to answer your unsolicited questions and not just stick to the script. 10 stars for the tour and our fabulous Laura.
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Completely astonishing!
Sheila_M
, Jul 2022
I loved everything about this tour! It was intense in terms of walking but I would easily do it again because it was worth it. Our guide Sophie was so amazing, kind and very educated on all of the interesting facts, back stories and she made the tour easy and fun for everyone. Unfortunately we didn’t get to see the fountain show because there were problems with the system but regardless it was an amazing day!
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Versailles with Anne-Sophy the expert!!
Kamalini_R
, Jul 2022
Our guide Anne-Sophie had a deep knowledgeable of French history, art and architecture. Best of all, she knew all the juicy stories about previous kings, the women in the lives, and the mischief they got up to! She did an outstanding job of managing our entire visit. We moved safely and comfortably through the many rooms and garden sites despite the crazy crowds! In the height of summer, it pays to go with a local who knows how to hack the system, without compromising on a unique experience!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Interesting , stimulating tour
Kathryn_J
, Jul 2022
The trains to Versailles were cancelled so we had to take an Uber and arrived 20 minutes after our tour left . The staff were very helpful and arranged for us to join another tour straight away . Barbara was an excellent guide and had amazing knowledge of Versailles
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Anne-Sophie is a fabulous guide!
pgzwf2qf9h
, Jul 2022
Anne-Sophie, our guide, was wonderful. Very knowledgeable about French history, monarchy, and Versailles. I had been to Versailles previously but not with a professional guide and it is a completely different experience and worth the reservation. The hall of mirrors never fails to disappoint but Sophie included how the exterior landscaping was designed to highlight and reflect the sun making it more impressive. The hamlet was stunning and a must see!
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Laura was a wonderful...
Deborah_R
, Jul 2022
Laura was a wonderful guide who loved her subject. It is a lot of walking, I clocked out in at 6 miles so be sure to wear comfy shoes.
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star-5
Awesome tour of Versailles
Mary_B
, Jun 2022
Great tour ,we learned so much history in a fun and relaxing atmosphere . Our guide Anne Sophia was so respectful of our needs and was able to answer any questions . I would absolutely recommend !
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Tour guide was...
Darla_D
, Jun 2022
Tour guide was fabulous!!! She was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about our tour. Great experience!
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