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Book Tickets For A Paris to Versailles Day Trip
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- Explore the seat of power turned museum, the Palace of Versailles, with this standard entry ticket.
- In the glittering Hall of Mirrors, see the 357 mirrors placed in a way that reflects the light of a candle.
- At the Trianon Estate, set 30 mins away from the Palace, you can explore the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Marie Antoinette Hamlet.
- In the Gardens, landscaped in the classic French formal style, you'll find manicured lawns, parterres, sculptures, and fountains.
- Choose how in-depth you want to explore the Palace with a convenient choice to select between 3 options that give you access to different parts of the Palace Estate.
Inclusions
- Timed or general entry to the Palace of Versailles (as per option selected)
- Access to the King's Grands Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, & temporary exhibits
- Gardens & park access with the Fountain or Musical show (optional)
- Grand & Petit Trianon (optional)
- Queen’s Hamlet (optional)
- Entry to Trianon Estate (optional)
Exclusions
- Live guide
- King's Private Apartments
- Tip: Expect lots of tour buses and queues. These buses come early and thereby it is recommended to get there before them right when the Palace opens.
- Note that you can only visit the Gardens & Trianon Palace before or after the Grand Apartments visit. The time allocated to you grants you a reserved entrance to the Grand Apartments, but you are free to visit the Trianon Palace & Gardens whenever you like.
- It is recommended that you visit the Grand Apartments after 3pm and the Trianon Palace & Gardens before that.
- The Gardens close promptly at 5:30pm on Sat during the Nocturnal Fountain show. The passport ticket does not include access to the night fountains, so make sure you book your ticket upstream if you wish to join.
- Open every day, the Park and Gardens are free from Nov to Mar. On Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens days from Apr to Oct, admission is only free for children under 6 years old.
- Please click here for further information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, and here for the site map and access-related information.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Travel to the past with these tickets which provide you with entry not only to the Palace but also to the Gardens and the Estate of Trianon.
- Enjoy a cozy tour group experience of no more than 15 guests per tour group. What's more, you get priority access over all other groups with this ticket!
- The Hall of Mirrors was built as King Louis XIV desired a 'power' chamber that demonstrated France’s aesthetic, political, and economic supremacy to the rest of the world. Learn interesting tidbits like these and more from your guide.
- With access to the perfectly manicured lawns and musical fountains at the Gardens, you're sure to leave spellbound.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles with entry
- Expert English, Italian, French, or Spanish-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)
- 15 or less guests/tour group
- Guided tour of the Castle (Royal Apartments + Hall of Mirrors)
- Access to the fountain and musical shows (when available)
- Access to the Gardens
- Access to Trianon Estate
Exclusions
- Access to the King's Private Apartments
- Transportation
- Tip: 30 mins away from the palace at the Estate of Trianon, you can also explore the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Marie Antoinette Hamlet.
- Note: Re-entry is not possible upon leaving the premises.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Premium Exclusive: King's Private Apartments Guided Tour with Full Access to Palace of Versailles
- Don't spend a minute in the long crowded lines at the entrances as you make your way to the Palace of Versailles, tickets available only at Headout.
- Get special access to the King's Private Apartments - a peek into the royal family's history from an English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide.
- Post the guided tour, you can explore the rest of the Palace at your own pace.
- Discover the hidden drawer once holding diplomatic papers while marveling at King Louis XV's rolltop desk, returned to the Palace from the Louvre in Paris.
- Admire Renaissance-style frescoes and statues in the 73-meter-long Hall of Mirrors, a tribute to France's success, within the Palace's 60,000+ art collection.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles
- Official Versailles English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide (as per ticket choice)
- Guided tour of the King’s private apartments
- Exclusive access to Royal Opera or the Royal Chapel (decided by the guide)
- Exclusive access to the Hall of Mirrors
- Access to the gardens
- Small tour group of 25 people or less
Exclusions
- Entry to Trianon Estate
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Tip: The most prestigious, Alain Ducasse's Ore Restaurant set in the Dufour Pavilion, offers exceptional evening dining. Don't miss out!
- The English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide will only be accompanying you on the tour of the King's Private Apartments, beyond which you will get to explore the state apartments.
- Your guide will decide whether to visit the Royal Opera or the Royal Chapel depending on availability.
- Your tickets are valid for a single entry into the Palace. Once you exit the premises, you cannot make another entry with the same tickets.
- Entry to the Gardens and the Estate of Trianon is not included in this ticket.
- Should you wish, you can buy tickets to the Gardens at an extra cost right at the entrance of the Gardens.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Dive into European History on this small-group tour as your expert guide will enrich your experience with lesser-known facts and stories about the centuries-old Palace.
- Explore the ornate King and Queen's State Apartments, their themed salons, and elaborate frescoes on the ceilings before making your way to the glittering Hall of Mirrors.
- Admire the ingenuity of arranging 357 mirrors in such a way that lighting a single candle would brighten the Hall with shimmering reflections.
- Experience the royal life with the premium pass. Marvel at 60,000+ artworks at the Palace and gain exclusive access to the Gardens.
Inclusions
- 1-hour 45-minute tour of the Palace of Versailles
- Expert English, Spanish, French, or Italian-speaking guide
- Entry to the Palace of Versailles
- Entry to the Palace Gardens (optional)
Exclusions
- Transportation to/from Paris
- Access to Marie-Antoinette’s Estate
- Access to the King's Private Apartments
- Tip: The security at the Palace is very rigid as it sees a huge number of visitors every day. Make sure to leave large bags, suitcases, rucksacks, and sharp objects in your vehicle or hotel.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Travel hassle-free to the Palace of Versailles with this round-trip bus transfer from Paris and also get to skip the long queues with this ticket.
- Follow your guide through the Palace and Gardens of Louis XIV, with a group size limited to 25 or fewer as you get deep insights into the lifestyle of French royalty.
- Jules Hardouin-Mansart was the architect behind the construction of the marvelous, Hall of Mirrors, which took 6 years to complete. Want to know more about it? Your guide on this tour will share more such insights.
- Hear about the lavish life of Marie Antoinette and tour the Gardens and enjoy either the beautiful Musical Gardens or the Fountain Show (depending on the day of the week).
- Tailor your visit to either a classic tour of Versailles or a half-day tour from Paris.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Palace of Versailles
- Skip-the-line access to the palace
- Guided tour of the gardens (optional)
- Expert English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Round trip transfers from Paris
- Headphones (optional)
- Tip: Make sure to enjoy the many fountains and bosquets – formal plantation of trees in the Gardens.
- From Apr to Oct, tickets include entry to Musical Garden shows (Tue, Fri) and Musical Fountain shows (Sat, Sun).
Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: large purses, bags, backpacks, or high-heels - Leave your furry friends behind. Pet dogs are not allowed in the Palace, Gardens, or the estate of Trianon, but they are allowed in the park.
- The Palace is not suitable for wheelchair users or specially-abled people as there is no personal assistance.
- Strollers or baby carriages cannot be accommodated on group tours.
- Guide dogs with proper proof are allowed throughout the estate.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- With this ticket, you get the royal treatment – priority access to the Palace of Versailles, a tri-lingual tour host, and round-trip bus transfers.
- An audio guide available in 11 languages will be your companion as you wander through the hallways, narrating the fascinating chronicles of French royalty.
- Stroll around the grand Gardens, designed by André Le Notre, and marvel at the Hall of Mirrors.
- You also get to enjoy the Palace Gardens and if you're there from May to Oct, don't miss the spectacular Musical Fountains Show.
Inclusions
- Priority entrance tickets to Versailles Palace
- Tri-lingual tour host
- Audio guide in 11 languages
- Bus transfers from the Eiffel Tower or Opera
- Tickets to the Fountain Show (optional)
- Tickets to the Musical gardens (optional)
Exclusions
- Entrance to Trianon Palaces
- Tip: If you enjoy picnics, grab some local cheese and baguettes and enjoy a lovely picnic in the vast Gardens.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, and people with mobility impairments.
- Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: flash photography, high-heeled shoes, and strollers.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Royal Escape: Versailles & Marie-Antoinette's Domain Guided Tour with Paris Transfer Option
- Spend a full day exploring the stunning Palace of Versailles, and its gardens and making your way to the enchanting private estate of Queen Marie Antoinette.
- Meet your guide in central Paris and hop on to the RER train to Versailles. Reach the Palace of Versailles and walk like a royal through the State Apartments and the sparkly Hall of Mirrors.
- Go on an enriching escapade through the day, and learn more about the royal family, daily life in the royal courts, and the lavish lifestyle of Marie Antoinette.
- With these direct-entry tickets, visit the gardens and make your way to the Queen's Petit Trianon, her exquisite private palace, designed luxuriously.
- Get a sneak peek into her private theatre, fondly known as the 'jewel of Versailles', and explore the Normandy village for its vineyards and farms.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line tickets to Palace of Versailles
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Access to Queen Marie Antoinette's private estate
- Tickets to 'Petit train' from Petit Trianon
- Fountain Show in the palace gardens (optional)
- Musical Gardens Show (optional)
Exclusions
- Transport to and from central Paris on the RER train
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- The palace is open on all days except Monday.
- Entry to the Gardens is free from November to March.
- There is a pre-reserved entry time for the skip-the-line tickets allowing you to use a different access.
- Access to the garden is included in these tickets.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Home to one of the most magnificent palaces in the world, Versailles, is a green lush and royal town located South-West of Paris. It’s a quick 60 minute drive and is one of the most popular day trips from Paris. Explore the grandeur and opulence of Versailles Palace and more on your Paris to Versailles day trip.
Why Take a Day Trip from Paris to Versailles?
- Close proximity: One of the obvious reasons to explore this town is its close proximity to Paris and easy connectivity via public transport.
- Palace Of Versailles: This iconic world-famous palace is one of the most important landmarks in French architecture.
- Stunning gardens: Being a residence place of Kings Of French, this town boasts lavish gardens, parks and lush greenery.
- End Of WW1 was marked here: One of the most important peace treaties - The Treaty Of Versailles - that ended WW1 was signed here.
Paris to Versailles Day Trip: At a Glance
Distance from Paris: 32 Km
Travel Time: 40 Minutes
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Summer [April-October]
Getting There: Train, car, cab, bus.
Approximate Budget: €60 - €80
Things to Do: Palace of Versailles, The Royal Stables, Versailles Gardens, Night Fountain Shows.
Getting to Versailles from Paris
By Train
Travel Time: 40 Minutes
Train Stations: Saint Lazare, Paris Montparnasse
Train Routes: RER C train, Train Line L, Train Line N
Timings: First train departs at 5 AM, last train departs at 11 PM
Price: €7.3 for return journey
By Bus
Travel Time: 50 Minutes
Bus Stations: Line 171 from Pont de Sevres bus stop [in Paris] to Château de Versailles stop [in Versailles]
Price: Single Journey: €2
By Car/Cab
Versailles is easily accessible via car or taxi, however it does cost more as opposed to travelling by public transportation.
Travel Time: 40 minutes
Taxi Fare: €50 and up
Top Things to Do on A Paris to Versailles Day Trip
1. Palace Of Versailles
Landmark | History & Architecture
This is the No. 1 reason why most tourists travel to Versailles. Palace Of Versailles is one of the most magnificent and grandeur palaces in the world this 2000 acre palace houses 700 rooms, 2 floors, 2000 windows and 67 staircases. The Halls of Mirrors is one of the most iconic rooms in the palace that has approximately 350+ mirrors.
Nearby: Versailles Garden, Queen's Hamlet
from €18
2. Stroll Through Versailles Garden
Landmark | Leisure & Nature
After you’re done exploring the Palace Of Versailles, there’s the scenic Gardens Of Versailles sprawling across approximately 200 acres that you can explore. Considered as the soul of Versailles, you’ll find timeless sculptures, 50+ artistic fountains, lush greenery. One of the most popular fountains here is the marble & gold built Latona Fountain.
Nearby: Versailles Palace, Queen's Hamelet
Explore Versailles Garden
3. Visit Queen's Hamlet
Sight-seeing
Just a half-mile from the palace, the Queen’s Hamlet, a rural and rustic village setup was built from scratch for Marie Antoinette. The construction started in the late 1700s as the queen wanted her very home hamlet that resembled the Norman villages and included a thatched-roof cottage, lake area and simply picturesque.
Nearby: Versailles Palace, Versailles Garden
Tickets from €10
4. Explore Musée Lambinet
Museum
Art and history lovers should surely visit this municipal museum that houses art pieces and collections from the early 17th - 19th centuries including timeless paintings, sculptures and drawings. The museum in itself is a 2-storey vintage cottage with the entire second floor dedicated to the history of the French revolution.
Nearby: Versailles Palace, Versailles Garden, Queen's Hamlet
from €5
5. Discover Église Notre-Dame
Attraction | History & Architecture
A Roman Catholic parish church, Église Notre-Dame is a must-visit to get a glance of stunning 17th-century neoclassical architecture. It was also a venue in the past for Royal French events.
Nearby: Versailles Palace, Versailles Garden, Queen's Hamlet
6. Visit Chèvreloup Arboretum
Sight-Seeing | Nature
Approximately 4kms away is this haven for nature lovers that sprawls across 200 hectares and houses 2,500 species of trees and 8000 plants. Within the park, you must explore the Heron Pond (that’s located at the center of the horticulture zone), Blue Cedar Alley, Wood From The Old Nursery, Source Pavillion, Flower Meadows, Japanese Cherry Trees.
Nearby: Versailles Palace, Versailles Garden, Queen's Hamlet
Things to See Near Versailles
Once you're done exploring Versailles and are looking for other activities, visit these nearby destinations to continue exploring the magnificent France!
Miniature France
Park | Outdoor Activity
Visit this 12 acre outdoor park that showcases major French monument models.
Note: this park shuts every November for a period of 4 months.
Distance from Versailles: 17 Km or 20 Min
Musée de la Toile de Jouy
Museum
A museum where you can opt for a guided tour of the “Fabrics and Literature” exhibition. It’s led by a heritage guide-lecturer.
Distance from Versailles: 8.2 Km or 13 min
Château de la Madeleine
History & Architecture
A 14th century fortress with towers and exhibitions in cellars, views and tours.
Distance from Versailles: 2.6 Km or 9 Min
Best Places to Eat in Versailles
Gordon Ramsay au Trianon
French
A fancy fine-dine that is within walking distance from the palace, you can enjoy a 5-course meal, 7-course meal and fine wine. It’s little pricey, so ideal if budget is not a worry for you.
Sister’s Cafe
American
A typical American cafe setup, you can enjoy American fast food like burgers and sandwiches, along with salads, tex-mex, brunch combos etc.
The Catina
Italian
Vibrant decor, cane lamps and greens, this Italian fine dine brings to you the traditional taste of Italy.
Restaurant Les Quatre Saisons
French
Experience modern and contemporary French cuisine with fine wine pairing. Oh, and this restaurant is known to house works of artists and photographers on their walls on a regular basis.
Best Places to Stay at Versailles
Budget:
Hôtel d'Angleterre: A budget-friendly option compared to the other stays, this one too is located just 10 minutes walk away from the palace.
Hôtel Le Home Saint Louis: A pet-friendly hotel nestled in an ancient 19th-century building, it’s a budget-friendly option for all travellers.
Mid-Range:
Hôtel Mercure Versailles Château: This one is ideal if you’re travelling with family and houses comfy rooms that come with most amenities like flat TV, coffeemaking machines, wifi etc.
Luxury:
Hôtel le Versailles: Just a 5 minutes walk away from the Palace Of Versailles, this 4-star hotel houses 47 luxurious rooms, an in-house bar and lots more.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Your Paris to Versailles Day Trip
How do I get from Paris to Versailles?
You can opt for a bus, train, car or cab to travel from Paris to Versailles.
What are the top things to do on a Paris to Versailles day trip?
The top highlights of your day’s trip from Paris to Versailles is visiting the Palace Of Versailles, the Gardens of Versailles, watching the fountain shows and exploring art in multiple museums.
How much time do I need for a Paris to Versailles day trip?
You can easily wrap up your day’s trip in a day.
What are the best places to eat during a Paris to Versailles day trip?
You can grab a meal at Gordon Ramsay, Sister’s Cafe, The Catina, Alma Restaurant, Le Basilic, etc.
What are the best places to stay during a Paris to Versailles day trip?
The best places to stay in Versailles are Hôtel le Versailles, Hôtel d'Angleterre, Hôtel Versailles Chantiers, ibis Versailles Parly 2, Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace.
Is Versailles worth visiting?
Housing one of the most magnificent palaces in the world, Versailles is surely worth a visit.
Is Versailles worth a day trip from Paris?
Owing to its great connectivity and proximity to Paris, Versailles is surely worth a day’s trip.
Is a Paris to Versailles day trip suitable for families?
Yes, Versailles is suitable to visit with your family.