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Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Option from Versailles
Versailles, France
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From $67.91
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 2 hours
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Witness the opulence of one of Europe's most magnificent royal residences on a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles. Skip the long lines with priority entrance and wander through the decadent salons and chambers where kings and queens of France once held court. Opt to stroll through the expansive, World Heritage gardens, at your own pace and immerse yourself in the beauty of this historical landscape.
- Skip the long entrance lines with priority access
- Explore the opulent Grand Apartments, the State Rooms, and the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors inside the Palace of Versailles
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Gardens of Versailles (if option selected)
- Small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience
What's Included
- Pre-reserved access to Versailles Palace
- Expert, English-speaking guide
- Entrance tickets and reservation fee for the Palace of Versailles
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off & transportation from Paris
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Equestrian statue of Louis XIV78000 Versailles, France
Meet our team, dressed in blue attire, by the statue of Louis XIV (the bronze horseman statue in the Place d’Armes, the square in front of the palace). This statue is currently undergoing renovation.
End point
- 78000 Versailles, France
What To Expect
Experience a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles with skip the line access, showing you the most important rooms of the Palace and giving you an insight into the Kings and Queens who once lived here. Explore the Grand Apartments, State Rooms, and the famous Hall of Mirrors. If the option is selected, your tour includes tickets to visit the Gardens of Versailles at your own pace.
Palace of Versailles
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
The Hall of Mirrors
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Royal Chapel
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Please note that the rest of your group is coming from Paris, we kindly ask you to wait at the meeting point until your guide arrives.
- If option selected, you'll have the opportunity to freely explore the gardens at your own pace and enjoy the musical show inside the gardens of Versailles. Please be aware that guided visits inside the gardens is not included
- Entry to the gardens is free of charge from November to March, and no ticket is required during this period. However, from April to October, a ticket is necessary to visit the gardens. Your City Wonders representative will provide you with your ticket on the day of the tour (if option selected).
Cancellation Policy
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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Reviews
3.5
203 reviews
deepak_j, Apr 2024
Tour guide was great and explained everything really well. Had good knowledge about the palace's history and about the paintings.
Heather_B, Apr 2024
I thought the tour of Versailles was great. It was Easter and very busy, however our group of about 25 managed the crowds easily with the guidance of the tour guide. She as very interesting and engaging throughout the whole tour- even gave us hints to be careful of pickpocketers. No need to go on a small private tour, it is always crowded so this one is fine. We did our own transportation and ate at the cute little places within walking distance.
Denise_S, Apr 2024
Wow, did I have a bad experience with this tour group. I had to upgrade my tickets because there was nothing available for the 7 days I was going to be in Paris, they doubled in price. I then bought train ticked, the day before, to get to Versailles. The morning of the tour, we found out the train was not able to get to Versailles because they were doing work on the tracks. We would have to take a bus part way, train part way and then stop and take a bus, again part way to the destination. It was going to take 1 hour longer to get there than we had anticipated. The tour starts without you if you are not on time, and we were not going to get there on time for the start. I then looked into taking an Uber/Bolt to Versailles, at an unreasonable cost, but the Viator representative said that was too much money and he thought I would be able to get a refund of my money.
I was told that it would take 24-72 hours for the refund. After contacting Viator 3 times asking about refund and 13 days, I was finally refused my refund.
I do not recommend this company.
I feel I was deceived into thinking if I did as their rep suggested, I would get my refund, but not only did I not get my refund, but felt ghosted by the company as well.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Denise_S,
We're truly sorry to hear about the challenges you faced with your Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Option.
Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. We'd like to investigate this matter further and ensure it's resolved to your satisfaction. Kindly reach out to us at info@citywonders.com with your booking details, and we'll do our utmost to assist you.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your understanding.
Sincerely,
The City Wonders Team
Grace_S, Mar 2024
Brilliant tour guide, very informative and the perfect tour length! Able to look around the gardens independently after the tour which was lovely!
Jovana_D, Mar 2024
Excellent and very useful, I would highly recommend the tour! Our tour guide Abed was great! Excellent audio quality!
Jessie_A, Mar 2024
Unfortunately we were not able to do this tour. We met our tour guide at 10:30 as scheduled. By 12:15, we were still waiting outside the palace gates in a mob of people. Our tour guide, although very nice and obviously stressed by the crowded situation, still had not obtained the entry tickets. With three kids on the verge of collapse from waiting in a tight crowded of tourists in the sun, we had to abandon. We were never quite told what the hold-up was so communication was terrible and ultimately we had to decide to bail out. And the kicker? Viator refuses to give us a refund even though they failed to live up to their end of the bargain- over $338. In no world is it ok to make people wait for two hours with little explanation and no assurances that the tour will go on. Had the tour ride actually had our entry tickets in hand, we would have stayed longer but it was all just a disorganized mess.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Jessie_A,
We're sorry for the inconvenience you faced during your tour of Versailles. On the day of your tour, there was an unexpected issue at Versailles, which unfortunately led to significant delays and disruptions to our scheduled tours. We understand the frustration and disappointment this caused, especially with young children involved. Please know that this was not typical of our tour operations, and we're working to address the underlying issues to prevent such occurrences in the future.
To address your concerns and provide assistance, we've reached out to you via email to offer proper accommodation and discuss potential options, including a refund. We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we're committed to making things right for you.
Sincerely,
The City Wonders Team
Heather_H, Mar 2024
Our tour guide, Summer was fantastic! She had an incredible amount of knowledge & you could tell she truly loved her job. It was a very enjoyable experience. Thank you!
Mauro_H, Feb 2024
What can I say….It is such an incredible place! If you visit Versailles you must take a tour. It is the only way to really understand the history and get tidbits that only a real knowledgeable guide can impart.
Antoinette_E, Feb 2024
Max was great! He gave us so much history and details of the palace/ rooms. We really enjoyed all his knowledge.
Harold_D, Jan 2024
Kept waiting in freezing cold. Guide never arrived and allocated to another larger group tour. Not enough audio sets so some missed out.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Hello Harold_D,
We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your Versailles Palace & Gardens Priority Access Guided Tour. This is certainly not the standard of service we aim to provide, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
To assist you promptly and address your concerns, could you please provide us with your booking reference number? With this information, we can look into your specific case, accommodate your needs, and take appropriate action to prevent similar issues in the future.
We understand the importance of a seamless and enjoyable tour experience, and your feedback is crucial in helping us perfect our services. We regret any frustration this may have caused and appreciate your cooperation in providing the necessary details.
Please reach out to us with your booking reference number, and we will do our utmost to make amends.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Best regards,
The City Wonders Team
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