Half Day Guided Tour of Palace of Versailles with Entry Ticket
Overview
Step into the opulent world of French royalty on a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles. Explore the lavish royal apartments and the magnificent Hall of Mirrors while an expert guide shares captivating stories about iconic monarchs from Francis I to Louis XVI. After the guided portion, enjoy free time to wander the exquisite gardens, visit the Trianon estate, and discover Marie Antoinette's charming hamlet. This tour provides a queue-jumping access pass, ensuring a seamless experience through one of France's most celebrated landmarks.
- 4-hour guided tour with expert insights into French history
- Includes access to the gardens, Grand and Petit Trianon, and the Queen's Hamlet
- Multilingual guide available in English and Spanish
- Meet at the iconic statue of Louis XIV in Place d'Armes
What's Included
- Free time to visit the Gardens even on Musical Fountains' days
- Entrance ticket to the Palace
- Entrance ticket to the Trianon estate (Petit and Grand Trianon, Queen's Hamlet)
- Guided visit of the Palace of Versailles (Royal Apartments, Hall of Mirrors...). Duration 1h30
- Service of a licensed guide with commentaries in individual earphones
- Transport
- Pick-up Drop-off hotel
Meeting Location
Place d'Armes
78000 Versailles, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Palace of Versailles
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Grand Trianon
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Le Petit Trianon
25 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Le Hameau De La Reine
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-2050P380
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Free time to visit the Gardens even on Musical Fountains' days.
- Entrance ticket to the Palace.
- Entrance ticket to the Trianon estate (Petit and Grand Trianon, Queen's Hamlet).
- Guided visit of the Palace of Versailles (Royal Apartments, Hall of Mirrors...). Duration 1h30.
- Service of a licensed guide with commentaries in individual earphones.
- Transport.
- Pick-up Drop-off hotel.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half Day Guided Tour of Palace of Versailles with Entry Ticket is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half Day Guided Tour of Palace of Versailles with Entry Ticket will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free time to visit the Gardens even on Musical Fountains' days
- Entrance ticket to the Palace
- Entrance ticket to the Trianon estate (Petit and Grand Trianon, Queen's Hamlet)
- Guided visit of the Palace of Versailles (Royal Apartments, Hall of Mirrors...). Duration 1h30
- Service of a licensed guide with commentaries in individual earphones
- Transport
- Pick-up Drop-off hotel
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
