Name: Exclusive Tours of the King\u2019s Apartments at Versailles
Brand: The Tour Guy
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The King’s Apartments at Versailles are the epitome of royal grandeur, yet their rich history is often overlooked. With us, you’ll explore the opulent chambers where France’s monarchs held court, uncovering the symbolism, artistry, and rituals that defined royal life. Our expertly crafted tours ensure you don’t miss the fascinating details that make these apartments a cornerstone of Versailles’ legacy.

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The King’s Apartments at Versailles are a dazzling display of royal opulence, designed to reflect the power and prestige of the French monarchy. These tours take you beyond the surface, uncovering the history, rituals, and artistry that make these rooms an iconic part of the palace.

The Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris offers an in-depth exploration of the King’s Apartments, with expert commentary revealing the symbolism behind their design. “The guide’s knowledge made every detail unforgettable,” shared one guest.

The Private Golden Versailles Palace and Garden Tour delivers a truly exclusive experience, combining personalized insights into the King’s Apartments with the freedom to explore other parts of the estate. One traveler described it as “the perfect way to experience Versailles.”

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With insightful guides and stellar reviews, these tours provide an unparalleled look into the King’s Apartments, ensuring your visit to Versailles is truly unforgettable.

Unveil the majesty of the King’s Apartments, where power, artistry, and royal rituals shaped the legacy of Versailles

The BEST Tours of the King's Apartments at Versailles!

Discover the grandeur of Versailles’ King’s Apartments and learn about the rituals and history that defined royal life and French culture.

Exclusive Tours of the King’s Apartments at Versailles

Thumbnail - Meet your guide at the Porte d'Auteuil metro station

Return at your own leisure to Paris - Your guide will leave you with a return train ticket to Paris, so feel free to continue exploring Versailles!

Arrive at Versailles - After a 30-minute train ride, hop off near the Palace of Versailles and ready yourself for a deep dive into royal extravagance.

Palace of Versailles - With skip-the-line tickets in hand, bypass the queue and follow your guide into the expansive Versailles Palace for a comprehensive tour.

Royal Chapel - Step inside the Royal Chapel, a masterpiece of religious art and architecture, and once the venue for celebrated royal weddings.

Princess' Apartments - Each room has stunning art, frescoes, and sculptures to admire.

Hall of Mirrors - Witness where the Treaty of Versailles was signed, in a room built during the reign of Louis XIV and famed for its 357 dazzling mirrors.

King's State Apartments - Behold rooms designed for royal affairs, adorned with paintings and sculptures that speak of the king’s power and taste.

Gardens of Versailles - Your time at the Palace of Versailles ends in its grand gardens, featuring 400 sculptures, 1,400 fountains, and masterfully manicured lawns.

Friendly English-speaking guide

Skip the line Versailles tickets

The Queen's Hamlet

King's State Apartments

Roundtrip transport by train

Group size of 18

Wheelchair accessible

Guide gratuities

Meals

Step into French royal life, explore breathtaking gardens, and enjoy roundtrip coach transportation

Versailles Palace with Gardens

Versailles Palace - Admire the lavish estate grounds of the Palace of Versailles as your guide explains the fascinating history of this opulent palace

Skip the line tickets​

​ Hall of Mirrors​  - Marvel at the palace’s most famous room, an extravagant Baroque-style gallery which is adorned by 357 opulent mirrors

​ Hall of Mirrors​ 

Grand Apartments - Explore the former rooms of the French royal family, admiring their extravagant tapestries and ornate gilded moldings 

Grand Apartments

Versailles Palace Splendor​  - Immerse yourself in the world of royal splendor as you wander through opulent State Rooms and the lavish Queen’s Chamber

Versailles Palace Splendor​ 

Gardens of Versailles  - Follow your expert guide through the exquisite Palace Gardens, while learning about their fascinating history and significance 

Gardens of Versailles guided tour ​

Fountains of Versailles - Marvel at the fifty breathtaking fountains dotted throughout the incredibly well manicured Gardens of Versailles

Fountains of Versailles

This tour ends at Porte Maillot - Your breathtaking tour ends at a convenient metro station in Paris, allowing you to easily continue exploring the City of Light!

Day trip from Paris​ 

Roundtrip transportation

Entrance tickets for Château de Versailles

Gardens of the Palace of Versailles

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Group size of 25 people

Hotel pick up and drop off

Food and beverages

Versailles Palace Guided Tour and Garden Visit from Paris

Travel to Versailles from Paris for a private tour with free time in the gardens and Trianon Estate

Skip the Line - Meet your guide at the Javel - André Citroën metro station

Return to Paris - Continue exploring the Palace of Versailles, the gardens, and the town at your own pace. Return to Paris using your return train ticket that's included with the tour.

Return to Paris

Arrive at Versailles - Avoid the traffic getting out of the city of Paris. We will personally escort you by train, which will get you to Versailles in no time and you can sit back and enjoy the views!

Transportation by Train

Hall of Mirrors - The Palace of Versailles is notorious for long lines. With The Tour Guy, you’ll skip the lines and go directly inside.

Skip the Line Access

King's State Apartments - Built by the famous French King Louis XIV, the palace is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Palace of Versailles

Princess' Apartments - The palace contains over 2,000 rooms, but don't worry, your private guide knows which ones are the most important to see.

The Grand Rooms

Gardens of Versailles - This is the most celebrated room at the palace. Mirrors line the entire 200-foot length of the Hall of Mirrors.

Musical Fountains - Equally as important the palace, the Gardens of Versailles are a gorgeous expanse of meticulously designed landscaping.

Free time - After your guide tells you the history of the gardens, feel free to further explore them at your own leisure. Your ticket also let's you see the impressive Trianon Estate.

Free time

Transportation

Private tour

Private Golden Versailles Palace and Garden Tour

Delve into the history of France's opulent monarchy with an expert, friendly guide

End after your Garden visit - Escape from the hustle and bustle of the main avenues and find a peaceful moment in one of Versailles' renowned groves.​

Palace of Versailles - Meet your friendly guide at the equestrian statue of Louis the XIV in the Place d'Armes and be ready to be amazed by the astonishing Versailles' palace​

Hall of Mirrors - Breeze past the famously long lines and get right into the main event​

King's Apartments - Discover all the Instagram-worthy pics in Versailles starting from the palace's entrance!​

Versailles Gardens - Stroll through the Gardens of Versailles, featuring stunning fountains, symmetrical paths, and beautiful sculptures

Royal Chapel - Once home to France's monarchy, this impressive palace was built to command respect for the absolute power that lived inside its walls.

Guided visit to the Palace’s interior

Guided visit to the Gardens

Skip-the-line tickets

Grand Apartment of the King and Queen’s Apartment

Group size of 8 people

Tour guide gratuity

Versailles Palace and Gardens Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line

See the best of the palace and gardens & enjoy a picnic with Parisian delicacies

New Tour - Meet your guide at the Javel-André Citroen metro station

New Tour

End your tour at Javel-André Citroen metro station - Wrap up your tour where it began, at Javel-André Citroën,  a convenient drop-off point to continue your Paris adventure independently.

Arrive at Versailles - Your expert guide will meet you at this historic metro, ensuring it’s smooth sailing to the start of your biking adventure. 

Pick up bicycle - Collect your bike, your companion for a day of navigating through the lush expanses of Versailles’ storied grounds.

Versailles outdoor market​ - Your first stop is at a bustling open-air market, overflowing with colors, scents, and sounds. Collect snacks for a lovely picnic later.

The Grand Canal - Glide along the Grand Canal, designed by André Le Notre, capturing the vision of Louis XIV for spectacular royal entertainments.

Picnic lunch - Unpack your previously purchased snacks for a picnic on the banks of the Grand Canal, a perfect pause in your royal exploration.

Grand Trianon​ - Back on two wheels, pedal to the Grand Trianon, once a private sanctuary for royalty, showcasing exquisite decor and serene gardens.

Queen's Hamlet - Follow your guide’s lead into the Queen’s Hamlet, envisioned by Marie Antoinette as a serene village where she could relax with friends.

Palace of Versailles - With a timed entry ticket, explore the Palace of Versailles at your leisure, marveling at its opulent halls and vast gardens.

Bike with helmets

Grand Trianon, Hamlet, Chateau de Versailles, and more

Lunch break

Max 18 people

Versailles Bike Tour from Paris

Trade Paris' bustling streets for the tranquil village of Giverny and the Palace of Versailles

Giverny - Marvel at the idyllic, countryside village where iconic impressionist painter Claude Monet lived and worked until his death in 1926

Fondation Claude Monet  - Enjoy a guided tour as well as free time to explore Monet’s former home and studio, where many of his personal belongings still remain

Monet's Garden - Visit the estate’s idyllic garden to spot the famous lily pad-covered ponds that served as inspiration for many of Monet’s masterpieces

The Palace of Versailles - Admire the lavish estate grounds of the Palace of Versailles as your guide explains the fascinating history of this opulent palace

The Hall of Mirrors - Marvel at the palace’s most famous room, an extravagant Baroque-style gallery which is adorned by 357 opulent mirrors

Versailles Fountain - If your visit falls during the appropriate season you’ll experience the magical Versailles Fountain Show or Musical Garden Show

This service ends at Church Notre-Dame de Compassion - Your breathtaking tour ends at a convenient location in Paris, allowing you to easily continue exploring the City of Light!

Claude Monet’s home and gardens

Skip-the-Line Access to Palace of Versailles 

 Gardens of Versailles

Group size of 50 people

Monet’s House and Palace of Versailles Day Trip

Ride through Paris to visit the Palace of Versailles grounds, Marie Antoinette’s Temple, and more

Main Palace of Versailles - Admire the lavish estate grounds of the Palace of Versailles as your guide explains the fascinating history of this opulent palace

Place du Marché Notre Dame - For a glimpse of local life, cruise to this lively open-air market and take in a spectacular view of the Grand Canal

Petit Trianon - Explore the grounds of this stunning chateau as you listen to intriguing tales of King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette

Scenic ride - Glide through the streets of Paris, bypassing traffic and taking in iconic views along the way to the Palace of Versailles.

Grand Trianon - Marvel at the extraordinary architecture of this French Baroque style chateau while learning more about France’s fascinating past

Marie Antoinette's Love Temple - Hear stories about the former Queen’s reign while admiring the stunning temple which could be seen from her room in the Petit Trianon

Your tour will end at 810 Pont de Bir-Hakeim 75015 Paris. - Take in the sights as you ride back to your original meeting point, where you’re free to continue exploring the City of Light by foot!

Tickets to the main chateau

Le Grand and Petit Trianon

Marie Antoinette's Love Temple

Group size of 6

Hotel pick-up and drop off

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