Private Versailles Palace Tour
Explore the Palace of Versailles with a licensed guide, including priority entry, the iconic Hall of Mirrors, the King's and Queen's Apartments, and the gardens, with access to the Trianon estate. Private and semi-private options available,
Duration
4–6 hours
Group
Private or semi-private
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From
€391pp
What's included
Not included:Transportation to and from Paris (available as optional upgrade) · Food and drinks · Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless transportation upgrade selected) · Gratuities
Highlights
- Priority skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles with a licensed guide
- Small-group tour (max 10 people), with semi-private or private options available
- Explore the King's and Queen's Apartments and the iconic Hall of Mirrors
- Learn the history, art, etiquette, and scandals of the French royal court
- Guided walk through the gardens, designed by André Le Nôtre, and its famous fountains, plus self-guided access to the Trianon estate"
Practical information
Meeting point
Option A: Meet at Château de Versailles. Option B: Private vehicle pickup from Paris hotel (add-on).
Duration
4–6 hours
Group size
Small group — max 10 guests (semi-private or private)
Languages
English (primary). Other languages on request.
Availability
Year-round. Closed Mondays. Musical Fountains: selected dates April–October.
Meals
Transportation to and from Paris (available as optional upgrade) · Food and drinks · Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless transportation upgrade selected) · Gratuities
Group format
Available as a private tour (your group only) or semi-private with a small group.
Step by step
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Pickup or meet at Château
Hotel pickup option — door-to-door private vehicle.
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Skip-the-line palace entry
Priority access via professional entry.
- 03
King's State Apartments
The seven salons of the royal week.
- 04
Hall of Mirrors
357 mirrors, 30,000m² of gold leaf, Treaty of Versailles 1919.
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Queen's Chamber
Marie Antoinette's bedroom and the secret door.
- 06
Gardens of Le Nôtre
50 fountains, Grand Canal and parterres.
- 07
Optional Trianon Estate
Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Hameau de la Reine.
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Return to Paris
Or free time in Versailles.
Frequently asked questions
What group format is this tour?
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Available as a private tour (your group only) or semi-private with a small group. Group size: Small group — max 10 guests (semi-private or private). The price from €391 per person is based on a group of 2.
Where do we meet?
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Option A: Meet at Château de Versailles. Option B: Private vehicle pickup from Paris hotel (add-on)..
How long is the tour?
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4–6 hours. Year-round. Closed Mondays. Musical Fountains: selected dates April–October.
What's included — and what isn't?
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Included: Licensed, professional guide, Skip-the-line pre purchased entrance tickets, Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles (King's and Queen's Apartments, Hall of Mirrors), Guided tour of the gardens, Free time in the gardens, Access to the Trianon estate (self-guided), Semi-private or private group option (as selected). Not included: Transportation to and from Paris (available as optional upgrade), Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless transportation upgrade selected), Gratuities.
What languages is the tour available in?
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English (primary). Other languages on request.
How do I book, and is the price per person?
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Use the live booking calendar on this page for instant confirmation. Prices are per person and start from €391 based on a group of 2 — the per-person rate decreases as your group grows.
Can I add anything to this tour?
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Yes. Optional add-ons: Add Trianon Estate visit; Add round-trip private transport from Paris hotel.
Per person, from
€391
Based on a group of 2.
Available as a private tour (your group only) or semi-private with a small group. · Live availability via the calendar.
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