Versailles Essential: Guided Tour of the Palace of Versailles, Entry Ticket & Transport from Paris

Discover the splendour of the Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former residence of French Kings Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI, along with their courts, from 1682 until the French Revolution in 1789. During your journey, your guide’s informative commentary will be delivered through your individual headset, offering fascinating insights into this magnificent palace and enduring symbol of royal power. Admire its exquisite Baroque interiors, remarkable artworks, and lavish furnishings, crafted by some of the finest artisans of the era. Following your palace visit, enjoy time at leisure to explore the beautiful French-style gardens at your own pace.

Begin your excursion from the centre of Paris and travel comfortably to Versailles aboard an air-conditioned coach. Make the most of the approximately 45-minute journey while listening to your guide’s introduction to the fascinating history and heritage of the palace.

Covering more than 721,000 square feet and featuring over 700 rooms, the Palace of Versailles offers an extraordinary glimpse into France’s royal past. Accompanied by your guide, enjoy priority access and discover some of the palace’s most impressive spaces. Explore the King’s Grand Apartments, comprising seven magnificent rooms, each associated with a different deity, including Apollo, Mars, Mercury, Venus, and others. Continue to the Queen’s Grand Apartments, designed to mirror those of the King, including the Coronation Room and the Queen’s Bedroom, once occupied by Marie Antoinette.

No visit to Versailles is complete without admiring the spectacular Hall of Mirrors, one of the palace’s most iconic reception rooms. Designed by renowned architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart, this remarkable gallery stretches almost 240 feet and was created to impress visitors to the court of Louis XIV, the Sun King. Its grandeur is enhanced by 17 windows and approximately 350 mirrors, while magnificent views extend across the palace gardens.

The gardens form an equally important part of the Versailles experience. In 1661, Louis XIV commissioned André Le Nôtre to design the gardens and grounds, placing them on a level of importance comparable to the palace itself. Enjoy free time to wander through the Gardens of Versailles, admiring their 386 works of art, including more than 200 statues, as well as elegant fountains, tranquil ponds, beautifully arranged flower beds, and mature trees. During the summer months, visitors can also experience special events such as the Grandes Eaux Musicales, when the magnificent fountains come alive in harmony with music.