How far in advance should I book Versailles tickets?

We recommend booking your tickets at least 2 weeks in advance during peak season (April-October) and 3 days ahead in low season. Popular <experience tgid="6173" type="Popup" title="guided tours" id="zFlVi2pz" /> can sell out weeks in advance, especially during the summer.

Can I visit the Versailles Gardens for free?

Garden access is free on regular days except during Musical Fountains Shows (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from April to October). We recommend booking the <experience tgid="7654" type="Popup" title="All-Access Passport" id="uJZftLAB" /> if you want to visit on show days, as it includes both palace and garden access.

Do I need a separate ticket for the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show?

Yes, access to these requires separate tickets; unless it is already included in your current ticket.

Can I visit the Trianon Estate without a Palace ticket?

Yes, you can. <experience tgid="7653" type="Popup" title="Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets" id="2Ldty0pR" /> grant you access to the Trianon Estate only; not the Palace.

Which parts of the Palace are free for everyone?

- The Park is and it is open daily. - The Gardens are also free, except on the days of Musical Fountain Shows and Musical Gardens, usually between April-October. - Admission to the Gallery of Coaches is free and requires no ticket. It is open daily, from 12:30–6:30pm.

If I am traveling from Paris, what's the best way to get to the Palace of Versailles?

If you’re traveling from Paris, opt for a ticket that provides <experience tgid="24553" type="Popup" title="round-trip bus transfers" id="3ZUmIIgk" /> from the Eiffel Tower. It'll save you the hassle of planning transportation.

Do I need to print my Versailles Palace tickets?

No, you can show your tickets on your mobile device. After purchase, you'll receive an e-ticket by email that can be scanned directly at the Palace entrance. We recommend downloading it for offline access.

Do children need tickets for Versailles?

Children under 18 years old (EU citizens) and under 26 (EU residents) enter free with valid ID. However, you must still book a free ticket for them. For guided tours, child rates apply for ages 4-17, and children under 4 join for free.

Is photography allowed inside the Palace?

Photography is allowed for personal use; not for commercial purposes. Flash photography is prohibited to protect the artworks.

Are animals allowed inside the Palace?

Animals are prohibited in the Palace, Gardens, and Trianon Estate, but are allowed in the Park. Guide dogs are permitted throughout the entire Estate with valid proof.

What is the cancellation policy on my admission tickets?

The tickets can’t be canceled or rescheduled.

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Palace of Versailles Full Access Tickets

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Timed entry to the Palace
Access to the Estate of Trianon (The Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and their gardens, as well as the Queen's hamlet)
Access to Gallery of Coaches and Royal Tennis Court
Access to Gardens and temporary exhibitions
Access to the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only)

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What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
Carry your booking confirmation (printed or digital) for smooth check-in.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the palace and gardens cover extensive grounds.
Consider bringing a bottle of water, especially during warmer months.

What’s not allowed

Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace.
Food and drinks are not permitted inside the palace.
Access is not allowed without a valid ticket or if you do not meet eligibility criteria for free entry.

Accessibility

Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility; the experience is not fully wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Note: The Passport ticket (i.e. this specific ticket) grants access to the Palace, the Trianon Estate, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, temporary exhibitions and the gardens. From 1 April to 31 October, it also includes entry to the Musical Fountains shows.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Late arrivals may be considered a "No Show" and are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling.

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From Paris: Round trip Transfers & Versailles Palace Tickets

Skip the logistics, savor Versailles with convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.

Everything you get: Travel comfortably from Paris to Versailles and back, with timed entry to the Palace and gardens. Your visit includes access to the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (April–October).
Why choose this: Sit back and relax—round-trip transport takes care of every detail, so you can enjoy Versailles without planning, queues, or stress.
Upgrades: Choose a ticket with pickup from your preferred location—Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, or Opéra—with a complimentary audioguide, or upgrade to a guided castle tour with exclusive access to the King’s and Queen’s Apartments.

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Palace of Versailles Musical Fountains Show Tickets

Water, music, and royal gardens come alive in three unforgettable Versailles experiences.

Everything you get: Stroll through the Gardens of Versailles with access to one of its signature seasonal events. Depending on your ticket, watch fountains dance to Baroque music, wander musical groves usually closed to the public, or experience illuminated fountains and fireworks after dark.
Upgrades: Choose between daytime fountain displays, musical garden walks, or the spectacular Night Fountains Show with evening entertainment.
Why choose this: These special-access events transform the gardens beyond a standard visit, letting you experience Versailles as it was designed to impress the royal court.

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Guided Tour of the King's Private Apartments with Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tickets

Elevate your estate visit with exclusive access to the private quarters of the kings.

Everything you get: Step into the private quarters of the kings with a guide. Hidden behind the State Apartments, these intimate “small apartments” reveal a more personal side of royal life, with refined décor and beautifully preserved spaces such as the Clock Cabinet, the recently restored Corner Cabinet, the library, and Louis XVI’s Games Room.
Why choose this: Enjoy hearing your guide bring the Palace’s history to life before continuing to the King’s Apartments, an exclusive area that regular visitors cannot access without a guide. This special access allows for a more comfortable visit away from the main crowds.

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Versailles Golfcart & Bike Guided Tour: Gardens Hamlet Fountains

See more of Versailles in comfort by combining golf carts with scenic cycling.

Everything you get: Explore the Palace of Versailles with an expert guide using golf carts through the Royal Gardens and a bike ride across the Grand Canal to the Trianon Estate. Visit the hidden Bosquets, Petit Trianon, and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet before ending with Palace entry. Guests who prefer not to cycle can opt for a shuttle instead.
Why choose this: Most tours cover only the Palace or gardens. This one lets you comfortably explore Versailles' hidden corners while covering far more ground in a single day.

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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Transfers

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace or gardens for security reasons.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility due to extensive walking and limited step-free access.

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.

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Quick overview: Visiting the Palace of Versailles

Why visit? Step inside France's grandest royal palace, home to the Hall of Mirrors, magnificent gardens, and Marie Antoinette's Estate.
Ways to explore: Visit independently with a Passport ticket or join a licensed guided tour for deeper historical insights.
What's included: Most Passport tickets cover the Palace, Gardens, Park, Trianon Estate, and Marie Antoinette's Estate.
Queues & timing: Entry lines can exceed an hour during peak season. A timed-entry ticket helps you avoid the longest waits.
Why choose a guided tour? Understand the stories behind the palace's royal rooms, artworks, and court life while navigating the busiest areas more efficiently.
Best upgrade: Choose a guided tour with King's Apartments access for exclusive spaces and expert storytelling.
Popular combos: Pair your visit with a Paris city tour, the Louvre Museum, or a day trip from Paris.

Group touring Versailles gardens through ornate gate.

Palace of Versailles ticket options

Ticket type	Entrance used	Includes	Guide	Price from	Recommended experience
Palace entry	Main Palace Entrance	Palace, Trianon Estate, Gardens, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, Exhibitions	No	€18	Entry Tickets
Guided tour	Group Entrance	Palace, Trianon Estate, Gardens, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, Exhibitions	Yes	€59	Guided Tour
Guided tour with lunch	Group Entrance	Palace, Trianon Estate, Gardens, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, Exhibitions, Lunch	Yes	€36.10	La Flottille + Passport Ticket
Combo tour	Main Palace Entrance	Palace, Trianon Estate, Gardens, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, Exhibitions, Louvre Museum and audio guide	No	€44.65	Louvre + Versailles Tickets
Round-trip tour	Group Entrance	Round-trip transportation from Paris, Palace of Versailles anf Gardens timed entry, audio guide	Optional	€45	Round Trip & Tour Options
Exclusive tour	Special Access entrance	Transport, access to King's and Queen's Apartments, guided tour of Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, castle, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen’s Hamlet	Yes	€99	Guided Tour with Apartments

What's included with the Palace Entry Ticket?

See everything you can visit with the standard Palace Entry Ticket, including the palace, gardens, Trianon Estate, Gallery of Coaches, Royal Tennis Court, and temporary exhibitions.

Visitors exploring gardens on the Versailles Golfcart & Bike Guided Tour.

What to expect at the Versailles Palace?

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Hall of Mirrors

Enter the Palace’s most iconic room, a grand gallery spanning 73 meters, with 17 mirrored arches reflecting the garden views, grand chandeliers, gilded statues, and intricate ceiling paintings, a testament to the French monarchy's power and wealth.

The King’s Grand Apartments

Lavishly decorated with ornate furniture, rich tapestries, and elaborate ceiling paintings, these rooms were used for official functions, ceremonies, and daily rituals, showcasing the ceremonial life of the French monarchy.

Gallery of Battles

The largest room in the Palace, the Gallery of Great Battles created by Louis-Philippe showcases 33 paintings depicting significant French military victories, spanning 15 centuries.

King’s Private Apartments

These lavishly decorated rooms, used by the monarch for daily activities and private audiences reflect the king’s personal life and refined tastes, distinct from the grand state rooms.

Royal Chapel

A stunning example of Baroque architecture, the Royal Chapel features intricate carvings, a grand organ, and a soaring vaulted ceiling. It served as the site for royal weddings and religious ceremonies.

Royal Opera

An exquisite theater, known for its rich woodwork, grand chandeliers, and acoustics the Royal Opera was used for performances, balls, and royal celebrations.

Gallery of Coaches

A grand display of royal carriages, ceremonial vehicles, and harnesses, the Gallery of Coaches offers a glimpse into the opulent travel of the French monarchy.

The Collections

The Collections at Versailles, inaugurated by Louis-Philippe in 1837, features 60,000 works, including sculptures and paintings, showing France’s history from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.

Things to know before booking your Palace of Versailles tickets

Your standard entry ticket is the Passport Ticket, granting all-in-one access to the Palace, the Estate of Trianon, the gardens, temporary exhibitions, the Gallery of Coaches, and the Royal Tennis Court.
Tickets to the Palace of Versailles are timed, meaning you must choose a specific time slot for your visit. This ticket grants you entry to the Palace within 30 minutes of your chosen slot.
To fully appreciate the Palace's rich history, opt for a guided tour. These tours offer valuable insights and help you navigate the vast complex, ensuring you don’t miss anything important.
Certain areas of the Palace, like the King’s and Queen's Private Apartments, are inaccessible to the public. However, exclusive private tours provide access to these sections while still allowing you time to explore the rest of the Palace independently afterward.
If you're visiting from Paris, consider tickets that include round-trip bus transfers. Whether you opt for a standard Palace ticket, guided tour, or passport ticket, adding transfers simplifies logistics, allowing you to focus on enjoying your visit.
Due to the Palace’s popularity, tickets often sell out 2-3 months in advance, so be sure to book well in advance.

Palace of Versailles estate explainer

The Palace

The former French royal residence, is the centerpiece of the estate, attracting 10 million visitors annually.

With 700 rooms, including iconic spaces like the Hall of Mirrors and Royal Opera, the Palace showcases the pomp of the French monarchy in the late 1700s. Most first-time visitors tend to focus their visit on the Palace.

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The Gardens

Designed by André Le Nôtre, the Gardens of Versailles are a stunning example of French landscape design, featuring ornate fountains, sculptures, and groves.

If you're visiting between April and October, attend the Musical Fountain Shows, where fountains and water features are synchronized to Baroque music. Note: access to the Gardens during these shows requires a special ticket.

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The Park

Beyond the gardens lies the Park, spanning about 800 hectares. This vast area is crisscrossed by straight paths that divide wooded areas and agricultural fields, offering stunning views of the Palace and gardens.

Key features include the 1,670-meter Grand Canal, and the 12-hectare Lake of the Swiss Guard. The Park is ideal for those who enjoy long walks and exploring less crowded parts of the estate.

More about the Park

The Trianon Estate

The Trianon Estate, nestled near the Petit Park, served as a retreat for kings seeking to escape the formalities of court life. This area includes the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet, surrounded by ornamental gardens.

This area is perfect for visitors who have already explored the main Palace and are interested in the personal lives of the French monarchy.

More about the Trianon Estate

Palace of Versailles map

Use this map to locate the Palace, Gardens, Trianon Estate, and key visitor entrances before your visit.

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Plan your visit to Versailles Palace

The Palace: Tue-Sun, 9am to 6:30pm
The Estate of Trianon: Tue-Sun, noon to 6:30pm
The Gardens: Daily, 8am to 8:30pm
The Park: Daily, 7am to 8:30pm daily
The Great Stables: Sat-Sun, 12:30pm to 6:30pm

Best time to visit

The Palace is closed on Mondays and is busiest on Sundays and Tuesdays. For a quieter experience, visit on Wednesdays or Fridays.
The off-season (November to March) is ideal for visiting with fewer crowds.
During peak season, visit early morning or late afternoon.

Detailed Versailles Palace timings

📍Honour Gate: Main entrance to the Estate, located in front of Place d'Armes Square. It is recommended for visitors with disabilities.
Open: Apr–Oct: 7am–7:30pm (last admission at 7 pm); Nov–Mar: 8am–6pm (last admission at 5:30pm)

📍Entrance A: For individual visitors with tickets, and those eligible for free admission
Location: Left at the top of the Cour d'Honneur.

📍Entrance B: For groups with reservations and access to shows in the Palace.
Location: Right at the top of the Cour d'Honneur.

📍Entrance H Chapel Courtyard Access: Reserved for the European Heritage Days and other special occasions.
Open: Daily except Monday, 9am–5:30pm

Know more about Versailles Palace entrances

Man using a wheelchair on a sunny pathway with trees in the background.

The Palace of Versailles is accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility, with lifts serving all open levels.
A pedestrian walkway through the Honour Courtyard leads to the priority entrance at the Royal Gate, and staff are available to assist.
Flat benches are available in reception and museum areas for resting.

Information points
Water supply points
Multilingual audio guides
Mobile charging stations
Toilets and baby-changing facilities
Restaurants
Transport within the estate

Visitor tips

Plan to visit the Grand Apartments after 3 pm and the Trianon Palace & Gardens before that to avoid crowds.
If you’re on a budget, don’t worry! Check out areas you can visit for free such as the Park, the Gardens (check the fountain show schedule beforehand), and the Gallery of Coaches.
Download the Palace of Versailles app for an audio guide and interactive map. It is free and offers audio in 13 languages, including French, English, Spanish, and more.

More on planning your Versailles visit here >

Frequently asked questions about the Palace of Versailles tickets

We recommend booking your tickets at least 2 weeks in advance during peak season (April-October) and 3 days ahead in low season. Popular guided tours can sell out weeks in advance, especially during the summer.

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Palace of Versailles Full Access Tickets

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What to bring

What’s not allowed

Accessibility

Additional information

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Palace of Versailles Musical Fountains Show Tickets

Guided Tour of the King's Private Apartments with Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tickets

Versailles Golfcart & Bike Guided Tour: Gardens Hamlet Fountains

From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour with Transfers

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How Headout makes choosing experiences effortless

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Quick overview: Visiting the Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles ticket options

What to expect at the Versailles Palace?

Hall of Mirrors

The King’s Grand Apartments

Gallery of Battles

King’s Private Apartments

Royal Chapel

Royal Opera

Gallery of Coaches

The Collections

Things to know before booking your Palace of Versailles tickets

Palace of Versailles estate explainer

The Palace

The Gardens

The Park

The Trianon Estate

Palace of Versailles map

Plan your visit to Versailles Palace

Visitor tips

Frequently asked questions about the Palace of Versailles tickets

How far in advance should I book Versailles tickets?

Can I visit the Versailles Gardens for free?

Do I need a separate ticket for the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show?

Can I visit the Trianon Estate without a Palace ticket?

Which parts of the Palace are free for everyone?

If I am traveling from Paris, what's the best way to get to the Palace of Versailles?

Do I need to print my Versailles Palace tickets?

Do children need tickets for Versailles?

Is photography allowed inside the Palace?

Are animals allowed inside the Palace?

What is the cancellation policy on my admission tickets?

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What to bring

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Palace of Versailles Musical Fountains Show Tickets

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