Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris
by Memories France
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€175.80Overview
This half-day walking tour includes skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its French-style gardens. The tour begins with a guided train ride from Paris to Versailles, where the group visits the palace’s lavish royal apartments and the Hall of Mirrors. The guide shares historical facts and stories about the life of Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. After exploring the interior, the tour continues with a walk through the gardens, where visitors can see the fountains operating on a precise schedule during fountain show days. The guide remains available to offer advice on additional activities or dining in Versailles before returning to Paris or staying in Versailles at leisure. The entire guided portion lasts about 3 hours, with approximately 40 minutes travel each way by RER train. All tickets, including train, palace, and garden entry, plus fast-track access, are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Palace of Versailles
The tour starts with a meeting in central Paris followed by an escorted train ride to Versailles. Visitors explore the palace where Louis XIV established his court. Skip-the-line access allows quick entry past long queues. The guide explains how the monarchy lived and controlled the court, including details about Marie Antoinette’s lifestyle and her dislike of the palace. The visit covers the public and private royal apartments.
90 min
La Galerie des Glaces
This stop focuses on the Hall of Mirrors, highlighting its construction and the historical events that took place here during the royal era.
30 min
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
The guide leads visitors through the palace gardens, once used for royal gatherings and fireworks. On fountain show days, visitors see the fountains operate on a strict schedule, replicating the original waterworks. The guide ensures the group is positioned to view the fountains at the right times. After the garden visit, guests may return to Paris with the guide or stay in Versailles, with advice given on local dining and sights.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet your coordinator by the green newspaper kiosk situated on the corner of Boulevard de Vaugirard, just a few meters from number 5. It is next to the Montparnasse train station complex, close to the Montparnasse-Bienvenüe metro station. They will be wearing an orange cap and an orange badge.
End point
Your tour will end in Versailles, your guide will provide return tickets and instructions for the easy train ride back to Paris. Trains leave every 15 minutes and all trains departing Versailles go to Paris.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris
by Memories France
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€175.80Overview
This half-day walking tour includes skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its French-style gardens. The tour begins with a guided train ride from Paris to Versailles, where the group visits the palace’s lavish royal apartments and the Hall of Mirrors. The guide shares historical facts and stories about the life of Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. After exploring the interior, the tour continues with a walk through the gardens, where visitors can see the fountains operating on a precise schedule during fountain show days. The guide remains available to offer advice on additional activities or dining in Versailles before returning to Paris or staying in Versailles at leisure. The entire guided portion lasts about 3 hours, with approximately 40 minutes travel each way by RER train. All tickets, including train, palace, and garden entry, plus fast-track access, are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Palace of Versailles
The tour starts with a meeting in central Paris followed by an escorted train ride to Versailles. Visitors explore the palace where Louis XIV established his court. Skip-the-line access allows quick entry past long queues. The guide explains how the monarchy lived and controlled the court, including details about Marie Antoinette’s lifestyle and her dislike of the palace. The visit covers the public and private royal apartments.
90 min
La Galerie des Glaces
This stop focuses on the Hall of Mirrors, highlighting its construction and the historical events that took place here during the royal era.
30 min
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
The guide leads visitors through the palace gardens, once used for royal gatherings and fireworks. On fountain show days, visitors see the fountains operate on a strict schedule, replicating the original waterworks. The guide ensures the group is positioned to view the fountains at the right times. After the garden visit, guests may return to Paris with the guide or stay in Versailles, with advice given on local dining and sights.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet your coordinator by the green newspaper kiosk situated on the corner of Boulevard de Vaugirard, just a few meters from number 5. It is next to the Montparnasse train station complex, close to the Montparnasse-Bienvenüe metro station. They will be wearing an orange cap and an orange badge.
End point
Your tour will end in Versailles, your guide will provide return tickets and instructions for the easy train ride back to Paris. Trains leave every 15 minutes and all trains departing Versailles go to Paris.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.