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15 Palace Gardens and Grounds in Paris to Put on the Itinerary

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Timed slots, closing days and a dress code at the gate. These 15 palace gardens and grounds in Paris are priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and book the right hour.

Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens Full Access Ticket - Getting to the palace and handling your arrival
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Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens Full Access Ticket

1.Versailles Palace and Gardens Full Access Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41,579 reviews · 1 day · from $17Our pick

Spend a full day at Versailles with timed palace entry and access to the gardens, Grand and Petit Trianon, and Marie Antoinette’s Estate. Explore at your own pace without a guide. During April to October, choose Musical Gardens or the Fountain Show. Expect crowds, long walks, and a great deal of royal excess.

“Getting in was smooth and easy. This is probably one of the best tours I've taken. The audio guide is super cheap and very helpful during the tour. 10/10 recommend.”

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Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access - Meeting at the GetYourGuide shop
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Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

2.Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,429 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Meet your guide near Versailles, not at the palace, then enter with a reserved time slot for a 90-minute tour of the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and Hall of Mirrors. Guides such as Gabriella, Valery, Aurelia, and Anne-Sophie are praised for lively storytelling. Afterward, explore the gardens independently, with Marie Antoinette’s estate and the Trianon available as an upgrade.

“Our guide Vladina was wonderful - great sense of humour and clearly enjoys her job. How do you go to Paris and not see Versailles? The guide really helps focus you in on the stories behind what you’re looking at.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation - Entering the palace and Hall of Mirrors
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From Paris: Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation

3.Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,222 reviews · 330 - 570 minutes · from $53

Travel from central Paris to Versailles by air-conditioned coach, with tickets and an audio-guided palace visit arranged for you. Explore the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, gardens, and, on the full-day option, Marie Antoinette’s estate and hamlet. Hosts such as Gabriella, Salome, Beatrice, and Ricardo help with directions and timing.

“It was nice to have transport from Paris to the castle and back. My main highlight was “skip the line entry”. Because it was raining no one wants to stay on the long line in cold. Our guide Ricardo was nice and gave some tips about the city.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access - Inside the palace: grand rooms with a clear story
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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access

4.Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,574 reviews · 330 - 570 minutes · from $84

Travel by comfortable coach from central Paris to Versailles, then follow an English-speaking guide through the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and Hall of Mirrors. Guides such as Mauro, Lucia, Ruben, and Vladina are praised for clear storytelling. Choose extra garden guidance or a full-day visit to Marie Antoinette’s estate.

“Adventure was fantastic. Full day of adventure and incredibly enjoyable. All of the guides made it easy, from check in, and to transportation, and quite comical on keeping us on schedule.”

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From Paris: Versailles Bike Tour w/ Palace, Gardens, & Picnic - Starting in Paris and reaching Versailles
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From Paris: Versailles Bike Tour w/ Palace, Gardens, & Picnic

5.Versailles Bike Tour w/ Palace, Gardens, & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,150 reviews · from $114Top rated

Ride about 10 miles through Versailles with a guide, visiting the Trianons, Marie Antoinette’s hamlet, and quiet garden paths. Shop for picnic food at the Notre Dame market, then enter the palace with timed admission and an audio guide. Guides such as Aaron, Rory, Martin, Dave, and Vladimir have earned strong praise for making the day safe, funny, and engaging.

“My kids are still talking about this experience and how much they enjoyed it. Particularly fond of our guide, Fergus. He had a wealth of knowledge and found exciting ways to share it. The kids (ages 14,12 & 5) enjoyed him, and the entire day! They measured up what we did Read more”

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Versailles Palace and Gardens Half Day Guided Tour from Paris - The equestrian Louis XIV statue and Place d’Armes
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Versailles Palace and Gardens Half Day Guided Tour from Paris

6.Versailles Palace and Gardens Half Day Guided Tour from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,775 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $91

Ride an air-conditioned coach from central Paris to Versailles for a guided visit through the Royal Apartments and Hall of Mirrors, followed by garden time. Guides such as Anne, François, Florence, and Alex have earned strong praise, but crowding, unclear meeting instructions, and rushed garden time can affect the day.

“The trip to Versailles was very well organized and our guide Florence was excellent! The palace and gardens are beautiful.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens with Transfer - The bus ride from Paris to Versailles
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From Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens with Transfer

7.Versailles Palace and Gardens with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,733 reviews · 7 hours · from $104

Travel by air-conditioned bus from one of three Paris meeting points to Versailles with a multilingual host. Explore the palace, Hall of Mirrors, Trianon Estate, Queen’s Hamlet, gardens, and park independently with a downloadable audio guide. The seven-hour outing includes round-trip transport and garden shows from April through October.

“The arrangement was excellent. The tour guide was very good. Quite friendly.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Gardens Access - Inside the palace: the State Apartments and royal chapel
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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Gardens Access

8.Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,706 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $82

Meet a City Wonders host near Porte Maillot, ride by coach to Versailles, and tour the palace with an English-speaking guide and audio headset. See the State Apartments, Royal Chapel, and Hall of Mirrors, then explore the gardens if selected. A full-day upgrade adds Monet’s house and gardens at Giverny.

“Tour guide was knowledgeable, gave us time to look around and ask questions. We never felt rushed. It rained all day, appreciate the earlier access to the bus, not everyone wanted to tour the gardens and there is nowhere really to wait that is covered. Bus was comfortable, appreciate the host telling us about Paris. We went on a Sunday, guide said that was usually busier at palace, it was crowded. But overall a great time.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation - Entering the palace and Hall of Mirrors
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From Paris: Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation

9.Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,389 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $100

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Paris to Versailles, then explore the palace, Hall of Mirrors, gardens, and fountains on your own. A multilingual host handles directions and entry, while an app-based audio guide covers 10 languages. Choose a half-day visit for the palace or a longer option for the gardens.

“The app guide was confusing and we couldn't figure it out so we didn't end up using it. Otherwise it was great, the place is beautiful and with the ride it's a good value for money”

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Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour - The palace forecourt sets the scene
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Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour

10.Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,121 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $130

Spend about eight hours exploring Versailles by train, bike, and on foot. Guides such as Clara, Maggie, Brian, and Andrea lead small groups through the market, gardens, Marie-Antoinette’s hamlet, and the palace. Bikes, helmets, train tickets, palace access, and rain jackets are included. Bring money for your market picnic.

“Matt and the other women of Boutique were incredibly kind and knowledgeable! The perfect day with a perfect tour 100000/10”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace Self Guided & Gardens tickets - Entering the Palace of Versailles without the longest queue
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From Paris: Versailles Palace Self Guided & Gardens tickets

11.Versailles Palace Self Guided & Gardens tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,100 reviews · 4 hours · from $112

Travel from central Paris to Versailles by comfortable air-conditioned bus, with an English-speaking host to get you organized. Inside, use an audio guide in 11 languages to see the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and Royal Chapel, then explore the gardens. The four-hour schedule is efficient but leaves little time for the full estate.

“Well organised, quick access to palace. Audio tour kept you well informed and gave good background history. Representative spoke good English and was helpful and very pleasant.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Experience - Getting from Invalides to Versailles by train
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From Paris: Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Experience

12.Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 903 reviews · from $71

Travel from Paris to Versailles by train, then spend two hours with a live English- or Spanish-speaking guide in the gardens. Guides such as Veronica, Antonio, Francesca, and Lucy explain the fountains, royal scandals, and palace life. Afterward, explore the palace on your own, including the Hall of Mirrors and King’s Chamber.

“Day was rainy but the tour still went ahead and our guide was very adaptable. He was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun, relevant and interesting. I would totally recommend this tour”

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Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace & Garden Tour with Transport - Meeting at Café Pierre Hermé and taking the train
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Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace & Garden Tour with Transport

13.Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace & Garden Tour with Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 858 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $58

Meet your guide outside Café Pierre Hermé near Pont de l’Alma, then take the train to Versailles for a guided palace visit. See the royal apartments and Hall of Mirrors, get an introduction to the gardens, and explore at your own pace. Guides such as Nadia, Veronique, Melanie, and Aida are noted for clear storytelling and well-managed groups.

“Our guide Oriel did a great job of navigating our group thru the travel and entry to Versailles, and she was knowledgeable and entertaining in explaining the history of the palace.”

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Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris - Inside Versailles with a guide who tells the human story
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Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

14.Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 752 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from central Paris to Versailles by escorted RER train, then tour the palace, Hall of Mirrors, and formal gardens with an English-speaking guide. The three-hour visit includes tickets and return rail fare. Upgrade for Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet. Guides such as Claire, Adebayo, and Cécile bring court life into focus.

“Despite the palace originally being closed upon arrival our guide Arrel was positive and we toured the gardens first and then it was open and she gave a great tour!”

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Versailles Château and Gardens Walking Tour from Paris by Train - Tapis Vert and the first garden views
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Versailles Château and Gardens Walking Tour from Paris by Train

15.Versailles Château and Gardens Walking Tour from Paris by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 714 reviews · from $79

Take the RER from Paris to Versailles with a guide, walk the grand gardens for about two hours, then enter the palace on your own with timed admission. Guides such as Aaron, OJ, Toby, Mado, and Martine have been praised for lively stories. Return by train when you are ready.

“Our guide, Toby was positively delightful. He has a quick step so be sure to keep up but he has lots of good tidbits to share! The tour was amazing from start to finish and well worth the price. It is a bit a physically taxing so be aware of that before choosing the walking tour.”

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