This exclusive three-hour private tour lets you experience the Palace of Versailles like royalty, focusing entirely on your interests and moving at your pace. Your expert guide meets you in Paris, and you'll travel together by train to Versailles. Then, head straight inside with skip-the-line tickets to tour the extravagant rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors. Afterward, wander the expansive Gardens of Versailles independently before returning to Paris with your pre-arranged train ticket.
Private guide
Round-trip train transport
Skip-the-line Palace of Versailles tickets
Access to Gardens
Access to Trianon Estate
Guide tips
Your private tour begins at Café Pierre Hermé
Meet your dedicated guide outside Café Pierre Hermé, located near the Pont de l'Alma metro station in central Paris. Then, travel together by train for a relaxed journey to the magnificent royal estate of Versailles.
Skip the line and enter the Palace of Versailles
Once you arrive, you will bypass the standard long queues using your skip-the-line tickets and walk straight into the immense palace. Your private guide immediately begins your personalized guided tour through this opulent seventeenth-century residence. The experience is flexible, allowing you to set the pace.
Hall of Mirrors and State Apartments
Your guide will ensure you see the palace's most fascinating highlights, starting with the iconic Hall of Mirrors. This shimmering chamber, nearly 70 yards long, features 357 mirrors reflecting light and grandeur. You will move through the richly decorated State Apartments, hearing fascinating accounts of the lavish lifestyles and historic scandals of the Bourbon monarchs.
King's State Apartments
Continue your focused exploration of the extravagant interior as you pass through rooms where the King and Queen once lived. You will learn the history behind the precious artifacts and artwork filling the 2,000-room UNESCO World Heritage site. Feel free to stop and discuss the details or stories that capture your imagination most.
Introduction to the Gardens of Versailles
Next, your private guide leads you outside to experience the magnificent, meticulously manicured Gardens of Versailles. You receive an introduction to the vast geometric design and the history of the world-famous grounds. This marks the end of the guided portion of your tour, providing a perfect sense of the layout.
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Garden like a dream
Lydia N.
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November 25, 2025
The gardens were just spectacular. I absolutely adored being able to roam through the palace after a great tour of it.
Alana S.
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November 23, 2025
Zara R.
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November 20, 2025
York Q.
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November 17, 2025
Passionate Guide Stories
Keegan M.
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November 14, 2025
You could just tell that our guide loved her job. Her energy and enthusiasm kept the whole group smiling and interested, even later in the day.
Wallace P.
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November 13, 2025
Absolutely Mesmerizing
Jeffrey K.
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November 08, 2025
Our private guide was exceptional brought history to life while navigated us effortlessly!! The Hall of Mirrors was breathtaking and exploring the garden & Trianon Estate was a delight!!!
Valerie O.
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November 06, 2025
Relaxed Historic Visit
Ines H.
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November 03, 2025
Although Versailles is full of things to see, it went very smoothly according to the guide's plan. We never felt rushed but still covered all key spots.
Ulysses N.
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November 02, 2025
Worth It
Hank H.
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October 30, 2025
The tour was perfect for exploring Versailles without rush!! Skipping long lines made the tour stress-free and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly!
Tara M.
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October 28, 2025
Simply Incredible
Ginny G.
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October 27, 2025
Excellent Tour!! Our guide was knowlegeble & informative made the history of the palace so engaging. The gardens were vast & stunning. This tour provided an unforgettable & luxurious experience!! Highly highly recommend!
Easy Versailles Travel
Eleanor A.
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October 23, 2025
Meeting in Paris and traveling together by train removed all the guesswork. We never worried about getting lost or missing something important.
Worth every penny
Damian A.
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October 20, 2025
The tour was beyond magical! The Hall of Mirrors left me speechless and strolling through the gardens felt like stepping into fairy tale!! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made history come alive- Highly recommend
Shane L.
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October 18, 2025
Palace Secrets Shared
Carly Z.
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October 16, 2025
We loved hearing small "behind the scenes" stories about life at Versailles. Those little details made the big rooms feel less cold and more like a real home once was.
Beautiful Experience
Brady Y.
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October 12, 2025
The palace and gardens were beautiful beyond words!! Our guide, Lucas was amazing, made sure we saw all important parts and shared interesting stories!! Highly Recommended
Ricardo K.
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October 09, 2025
Lovely Garden Time
Arnold W.
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October 08, 2025
That was nice, because after the guided part in the gardens, we had some extra time. We could wander around, take photos, and enjoy the fountains at our own pace.
Unforgettable Experience
Zackary S.
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October 04, 2025
Loved every minute! This private tour were incredible. The Hall of Mirrors was was captivating & our guide’s deep knowledge of Versailles made the palace and gardens come alive!! I highly recommend this tour!
Absolutely Perfect
Wyatt R.
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September 30, 2025
Versailles is so much more than the pictures! Our guide's insights into the palace and gardens were fantastic. The Hall of Mirrors and the King's State Apartments were incredible!!
Private History Lesson
Vaughn O.
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September 26, 2025
He tailored the explanations of our guide for our teenagers so that they would not tune out. In fact, they remained attentive and even asked questions about the French kings.
Preston J.
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September 24, 2025
Breathtaking Versailles Scenes
Tabitha M.
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September 22, 2025
Every corner of the palace felt like a painting. With the guide pointing out details, we appreciated the art and design much more than if we had been on our own.
