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Versailles Palace Full Day or Half Day Tour with Local Guide

4.5(204)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 204 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Memories France
The gardens of Versailles

About this activity

Enjoy a visit to the spectacular Palace of Versailles. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors, see the State Apartments and stroll through the manicured gardens with an expert local guide to bring the Palace and its royal inhabitants back to life. For your convenience this tour starts in Versailles.

What's included

  • ✓Step into history as your guide brings the grandeur of Versailles and its royals to life.
  • ✓Stroll through the stunning, perfectly manicured gardens of this iconic palace with your guide.
  • ✓Enjoy a fully guided tour of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles with an expert local guide
  • ✓Marvel at the dazzling Hall of Mirrors and opulent State Apartments.

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Hotel pickup/drop off
  • ✕Transportation to/from Versailles

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet us at the statue of Louis XIV on horseback located on the esplanade directly in front of the Palace of Versailles. Do not pass the security check! Our coordinator will come to the statue to meet you with the guests arriving from Paris, they will be wearing an orange cap and an orange badge.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • From 1 April to 31 October, the gardens of the Palace feature special Musical and Fountain Shows. Fountain Shows take place on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as on Tuesdays in May and June and on national holidays. Please note that the fountains operate according to a set schedule — they do not run continuously throughout the day. On the other days of the week during this period, the gardens host the Musical Gardens, where music is played throughout the groves.
  • This tour involves a considerable amount of walking. Please ensure you wear comfortable shoes. Please note, this tour in Versailles is not wheelchair accessible.
  • You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
  • If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
  • Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
  • Please note the full day tour requires a lot of walking. The tour is paced to be comfortable but you will need to be able to walk throughout the whole day.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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