Prefer to meet in Versailles? This express tour is your perfect match. Using skip-the-line entry, you slip past the queues and step directly into the heart of the palace. Your guide takes you through grand state rooms, the queen’s ornate chambers, and the glittering Hall of Mirrors, sharing details that make each space feel alive. With garden access included, you finish outdoors among fountains, patterned parterres, and quiet tree-lined paths. It’s a clear, relaxed way to explore.
Palace of Versailles skip-the-line entry
Expert, English-speaking guide
Guided tour of Palace of Versailles
Self-guided access to the Gardens of Versailles
Guide tips
Transportation
Your tour begins at the Palace of Versailles
You meet your guide beneath the bronze Louis XIV statue at the front of the estate, an easy landmark right before the palace gates. A quick rundown of the plan sets the pace, and you get a sense of just how large this former royal complex really is. Once the group is set, you walk toward the main entrance to begin your visit.
Palace of Versailles skip-the-line entry
With skip-the-line entry, you bypass the long queues that often curl across the forecourt and head straight inside. The transition from the open courtyard to the marble-lined interior feels immediate and impressive. Your guide sets the scene for Louis XIV’s world as you move toward the state apartments.
Grand Apartment of the King
Next, you step into the king’s ceremonial rooms, where painted ceilings and gilt-framed scenes once projected royal authority. Your guide explains how each space played a role in court ritual, from morning audiences to evening gatherings. It’s a vivid introduction to how power looked and felt inside the palace.
Grand Apartment of the Queen
You continue into the queen’s suite, a set of chambers designed for both formal duties and private life. Fabrics, carved paneling, and small symbolic details reveal how queens such as Marie Antoinette shaped these rooms. The contrast with the king’s apartment adds another layer to the palace narrative.
Hall of Mirrors
Then comes the moment everyone anticipates: the Hall of Mirrors. Sunlight pours through arched windows, catching the mirrors and chandeliers in a way that makes the entire gallery glow. Your guide points out political milestones, artistic choices, and why this room became the symbolic heart of Versailles.
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jacopo A.
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November 23, 2025
Versailles Palace Tour
Blaine K.
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November 03, 2025
Our tour was amazing I would definitely give this a 5 Star all the way across the board. Our tour guide was amazing.
Leia D.
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September 04, 2025
Emilio V.
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September 03, 2025
Gillian B.
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September 02, 2025
Wonderful
Richard L.
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September 02, 2025
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and did an excellent job showing us the highlights of Versailles! Would highly recommend!
Great Guided Tour of Versailles!
Alysson B.
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August 26, 2025
Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. She met us and the rest of our small group and led us through each room on the palace tour while giving background and details along the way. She was patient with our family, which included two rather tired kids, and took her time through the palace. I would definitely recommend this tour!
Excellent tour
James X.
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August 04, 2025
The tour guide was very nice and gave good information.
Melanie Lan
Joseph H.
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May 15, 2025
Fabulous job! Fun and animated without being melodramatic.
Jennifer F.
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April 22, 2025
Versailles Palace Skip the line tour
Eileen W.
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March 20, 2025
It was a lovely spring day and our tour guide Demety was excellent. His knowledge of french history was impressive. The entry took 30 minutes and the crowds were epic on a Thursday in March.
Michael B.
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March 17, 2025
Les T.
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November 18, 2024
Well done. Fun and informative. Cari g tour guide
Virginia C.
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October 17, 2024
Thank you The Tour Guy!
Cynthia M.
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September 06, 2024
All I can say is thank you. We saw the huge line and went to the group line and got right inside. Our guide was really funny and brought the palace to life. Highly recommend.
Amazing Tour
Abigail T.
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September 06, 2024
Our guide was very engaging and knowledgable. We skipped the line and learned some really cool stories about the palace itself and the royalty who lived here. I highly recommend
Excellent Guide & Tour
Steve V.
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October 19, 2023
The tour hit all of the rooms and areas of the palace we wanted to see. Our guide is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Moving through the lines for entry was smooth and quick. This was the best way to experience the Palace of Versailles and Garden!
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Cindy C.
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October 01, 2023
Tour guide was EXCELLENT and INTERESTING! I have been on 7 tours during the last 3 weeks and this was absolutely our group of 4 favorite.
Great tour!
Lisa S.
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August 16, 2023
We really enjoyed our tour of Versailles. Our tour guide shared interesting information and gave us all the highlights.
Excellent
Alan S.
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May 31, 2023
Lovely guide & lovely tour
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Kathy B.
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November 09, 2022
Very informative tour guide.
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Nicholas J.
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October 14, 2022
Fantastic tour. Very informative. Our guide, Anastasia, was phenomenal. She was informative and personable. I would highly recommend this tour.
Fantastic Versailles Palace and Garden Tour
gaylynn C.
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October 12, 2022
What a wonderful, smooth, educational and entertaining tour. Walking past the long line of people with regular tickets was worth it, alone. However, Catherine, our guide, made the tour memorable. Her approach of navigating the crowds and intertwining history with humor was terrific (ask her about Laduree!) Highly, highly recommended.
What a great time we had our tour guide was awesome
Bennett T.
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October 09, 2022
What a great time we had our tour guide was awesome Anastasia was there early at the metro and checked us in. We got out to versailles and she had everything ready for us. We got mics to hear her and all the our tickets. We skipped all the lines and had a super fun time. Your are on your own once she finishes the main tour and can stay as long as you wish. It’s super easy to find the train back. It only goes one way back so just hope on and relax. I would do this tour again. Americans be early we tend to be late. In Europe things run on time here.
Educational and fun tour with Anastasia
Camille R.
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October 08, 2022
Despite the fact I have been to Versailles many times, I signed up for this tour because the friend I was with had never been to Versailles and I did not want the responsibility of guiding her. The tour was a pleasure. Anastasia guided us through Versailles more efficiently than I could have done , all while telling interesting stories and pointing out features. It was also very nice to skip most of the lines and to be led to the very hard to find bathrooms at the beginning and end of the tour! All in all an excellent experience.
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