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Palace of Versailles with garden view, featuring ornate architecture and expansive landscaped gardens in France.

Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, France, showcasing ornate chandeliers and reflective mirrors.

Palace of Versailles Royal Quarters interior with ornate furnishings and detailed ceiling.

Versailles Palace exterior with tourists in grand courtyard, France.

Latona Fountain Pool with sculptures at Palace of Versailles, France.

Madame Victoires room interior at the Palace of Versailles with ornate furnishings and period decor.

Queens apartment interior at Versailles Palace, France, with ornate furnishings and decor.

Versailles Palace garden with tourists exploring vibrant flower beds.

Fountain of Horses at Versailles Palace with intricate sculptures and water features.

Pouring tea from porcelain teapot into cup in traditional tea ceremony, highlighting cultural experience.

Tickets

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Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

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€20.76

Mobile ticket

Flexible duration

Transfers included

Enter at your chosen time with optional access to the estate & garden shows.

Everything you get: Timed entry to the Palace with access to the Hall of Mirrors, the Gallery of Coaches (every weekend), the Park, the Gardens (Nov-Mar), and the ongoing temporary exhibitions.
Booking a timed entry slot will allow you to enter the Palace in the half hour following the chosen time.
Why choose this: In addition to skipping the ticket line and entering at your chosen time, this ticket also allows you the flexibility of exploring the Palace at your own pace.
Upgrades: Passport ticket grants you access to the entire estate, including the Trianon Estate and the Gardens during the seasonal shows (Apr-Oct). Additionally add-on a high-tea experience at Ore or round-trip transfers from Paris.

Enter at your chosen time with optional access to the estate & garden shows.

Everything you get: Timed entry to the Palace with access to the Hall of Mirrors, the Gallery of Coaches (every weekend), the Park, the Gardens (Nov-Mar), and the ongoing temporary exhibitions.
Booking a timed entry slot will allow you to enter the Palace in the half hour following the chosen time.
Why choose this: In addition to skipping the ticket line and entering at your chosen time, this ticket also allows you the flexibility of exploring the Palace at your own pace.
Upgrades: Passport ticket grants you access to the entire estate, including the Trianon Estate and the Gardens during the seasonal shows (Apr-Oct). Additionally add-on a high-tea experience at Ore or round-trip transfers from Paris.

Inclusions

Timed entry to the palace
Access to the Trianon Estate (as per option selected)
Access to the musical gardens & fountain shows (as per option selected)
Tea at Ore restaurant (as per option selected)
Round-trip transfers from Paris (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Live guide
Access to the King's Private Apartments

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Fountain of Apollo in Versailles Palace garden with palace in background.

Versailles Gardens with symmetrical hedges and fountains in France.

Tour guide explaining history inside Versailles Palace, France.

Versailles King's Private Apartment Porcelain Dining Room with ornate porcelain tableware.

Corridor of Versailles Palace with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling details in Versailles, France.

Palace of Versailles exterior with guided tour group in front, France.

Louis XVI's Library in Versailles King's Private Apartment with ornate bookshelves and historical decor.

Versailles Kings Private Apartment Royal Ledger Room with ornate furnishings and historical decor.

Guided Tours

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Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

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€63

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Mobile ticket

1 hr. 30 min. - 1 hr. 45 min.

Explore Versailles in a small group with an expert guide.

Everything you get: Led by an expert multilingual guide, the 90-minute guided tour includes priority access to the palace and a journey down its history, the State Apartments, and the Hall of Mirrors.
Why choose this: In addition to the priority access, a guided tour is a great way to learn about the historical context and significance of the Palace. Available in 5 languages, the tour is accessible to many people.
Upgrades: Upgrade your basic entry ticket to a passport ticket which gives access to the full estate and the Gardens. Need more? Upgrade to an exclusive tour including a tour of the King's private apartments.

Explore Versailles in a small group with an expert guide.

Everything you get: Led by an expert multilingual guide, the 90-minute guided tour includes priority access to the palace and a journey down its history, the State Apartments, and the Hall of Mirrors.
Why choose this: In addition to the priority access, a guided tour is a great way to learn about the historical context and significance of the Palace. Available in 5 languages, the tour is accessible to many people.
Upgrades: Upgrade your basic entry ticket to a passport ticket which gives access to the full estate and the Gardens. Need more? Upgrade to an exclusive tour including a tour of the King's private apartments.

Inclusions

90-minute guided tour of the palace
90-minute guided tour of the estate (as per option selected)
90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment (as per option selected)
Professional English/French/Italian-speaking guide
Access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only) (as per the option selected)

Exclusions

Guided tour of the gardens
Transportation

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Louvre Museum glass pyramid and Versailles Palace gardens in Paris, France.

Louvre Museum entrance with Inverted Pyramid and visitors exploring the courtyard in Paris.

Visitors viewing the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Palace of Versailles front view with fountain, France.

Versailles Palace exterior with ornate gardens, part of Louvre Museum and Versailles combo tour.

Tourists viewing the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum, Paris, with direct access.

The Dying Slave and Rebellious Slave sculptures at Louvre Museum, Paris.

Royal Chapel interior at Palace of Versailles with ornate ceiling and grand organ.

Combos

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Combo (Save 5%): Louvre Museum + Versailles Palace Tickets

from €55.50

€52.72

5% off

Mobile ticket

Audio guide

Explore iconic art and France’s royal legacy with a single pass.

Everything you get: Timed entry tickets to the Louvre Museum and the Versailles Palace, on the same date or different dates.
At the museum, your tickets include access to all the collections, including the Mona Lisa, entry to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix, and a multilingual audio guide.
At the palace, your passport ticket grants you access to the entire estate, including the Trianon Estate and shows at the Gardens.
Why choose this: The Louvre and Versailles Palace are two of the most visited landmarks in Paris—this combo is a great way to get the best out of both visits. Additionally, it works out cheaper too—you save 5%.

Explore iconic art and France’s royal legacy with a single pass.

Everything you get: Timed entry tickets to the Louvre Museum and the Versailles Palace, on the same date or different dates.
At the museum, your tickets include access to all the collections, including the Mona Lisa, entry to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix, and a multilingual audio guide.
At the palace, your passport ticket grants you access to the entire estate, including the Trianon Estate and shows at the Gardens.
Why choose this: The Louvre and Versailles Palace are two of the most visited landmarks in Paris—this combo is a great way to get the best out of both visits. Additionally, it works out cheaper too—you save 5%.

Inclusions

Louvre Museum

Reserved access entry ticket
Access to temporary exhibitions
Free admission to the Musée Eugène-Delacroix
Audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish & Japanese

Palace of Versailles

Passport ticket (access to the palace + estate + garden shows)
Entry to the temporary exhibitions

Louvre Museum

There is no priority access to the temporary exhibitions inside the Louvre. If you miss your scheduled time slot, you must join the line for regular ticket holders.
The visit routes will be signposted, with no possible backtracking to avoid crossing flows. Additionally, re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
The venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Entry to the venue will be free on July 14 owing to Independence Day in France.
Please note that printed tickets are required to enter the venue.

Versailles Palace

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Versailles Palace front entry with ornate architecture in Les Yvelines, France.

Chandeliers and artworks inside the Hall of mirrors at Versailles Palace

Palace of Versailles with vibrant flower garden in foreground, France.

Palace of Versailles royal room with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling details.

Madame Victoire's room interior at the Palace of Versailles, featuring ornate furnishings and period decor.

Palace of Versailles royal room with ornate decor and chandeliers in France.

Palace of Versailles ornate ceiling with intricate gold detailing and classical artwork.

Aerobus traveling through Barcelona city center, offering round-trip service from Barcelona Airport.

Day Trips

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From Paris: Palace of Versailles Tickets & Tours with Transfers

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€85

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Mobile ticket

3 hr. 40 min. - 4 hr. 30 min.

Guided tour

Transfers included

Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.

Everything you get: Round-trip transfers from central Paris and skip-the-ticket line entry tickets to the palace at a time of your choosing.
Why choose this: Travel logistics are taken care of.
Upgrades: Choose from either a guided tour of the palace or a small-group (<15) guided tour of the palace, which includes priority access to the palace and gardens.

Easy transfers from Paris & explore Versailles your way—self or guided.

Everything you get: Round-trip transfers from central Paris and skip-the-ticket line entry tickets to the palace at a time of your choosing.
Why choose this: Travel logistics are taken care of.
Upgrades: Choose from either a guided tour of the palace or a small-group (<15) guided tour of the palace, which includes priority access to the palace and gardens.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to the palace
Round-trip bus transfers from the Eiffel Tower
English-speaking professional guide (as per option selected)
Access to the entire estate (as per option selected)
Small-group guided tour (as per option selected)

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Guided tour group exploring King's Private Apartments at Palace of Versailles, France.

Interior view of King’s Private Apartments in Versailles Palace

Interior view of King's Private Apartments in Versailles Palace showcasing ornate furnishings and intricate ceiling designs.

Guided Tours

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

from €75

€59.85

20% off

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Mobile ticket

1 hr. 30 min.

Visit the private chambers of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette.

Everything you get: A 90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment with a visit to the Royal Chapel or Royal Opera, led by a multilingual expert (available in six languages), and passport tickets to explore the estate (palace + Trianon Estate + gardens) on your own. Access to the Gardens during the fountain and musical shows is also included.
Why choose this: This is an exclusive tour of spaces that are only accessible via this guided tour and are otherwise closed off to the public.

Visit the private chambers of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette.

Everything you get: A 90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment with a visit to the Royal Chapel or Royal Opera, led by a multilingual expert (available in six languages), and passport tickets to explore the estate (palace + Trianon Estate + gardens) on your own. Access to the Gardens during the fountain and musical shows is also included.
Why choose this: This is an exclusive tour of spaces that are only accessible via this guided tour and are otherwise closed off to the public.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line passport tickets
90-minute guided tour of the King's private apartment
Official Versaille multilingual guide
Exclusive access to either the Royal Opera or Royal Chapel
Small group tour of 20 or less

Exclusions

Guided tour of the Versailles Palace

Entry to the Royal Chapel or Royal Opera is at the guide's discretion.
Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Trianon Palace view with lush gardens and historic architecture in Versailles, France.

Tourist with guide at Petit Trianon exploring garden and flowers in Versailles, France.

Grand Trianon room with ornate chandeliers and elegant furnishings in Versailles, France.

Queen's Hamlet Versailles rustic cottages and lake with lush greenery.

Visitors approaching the Domain of Marie Antoinette at the Palace of Versailles, Paris.

Tour group with guide discussing private chambers at Domain of Marie Antoinette, Palace of Versailles.

Garden of the Grand Trianon Palace with manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds in Versailles, France.

Tourists walking through Versailles Palace gardens, part of a combo tour with Louvre Museum.

Marie Antoinette's farmhouse at Versailles with lush gardens, part of a guided tour from Paris.

Man taking a picture of Domain of Marie Antoinette, Palace of Versailles

Tickets

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Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets

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€12

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Mobile ticket

Flexible duration

Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats.

Everything you get: Priority access to the Trianon Estate, which includes the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet, and their gardens.
Why choose this: This is the only ticket that gives you a peek into the intimate lives of the Royals—how and where they lived.

Get priority access to explore Versailles’ private royal retreats.

Everything you get: Priority access to the Trianon Estate, which includes the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, Queen's Hamlet, and their gardens.
Why choose this: This is the only ticket that gives you a peek into the intimate lives of the Royals—how and where they lived.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line tickets to the Trianon Estate, after noon
Temporary exhibitions held in the Grand Trianon
The Coach Gallery, from 12:30pm

Exclusions

Access to the Versailles Palace
Shows at the Palace's garden

Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
From July 2 to September 8, early opening at 10am.
You may experience some waiting time at the security check at the entrance of the Estate
Pick up an Estate of Trianon leaflet for free at the entrance.
To make the most of your visit—the Gardens are open from 8am, the Estate of Trianon from noon, the Gallery of Coaches and The Royal Tennis Court at 12:30pm.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Guide leading tour group in Hercules Drawing Room, Versailles Palace, France.

Tourist exploring the courtyard of Versailles Palace, France.

Guide leading tourists through the Garden of Versailles Palace, France.

Tour guide explaining Petit Trianon history to tourists in Versailles, France.

Temple of Love surrounded by lush gardens at Trianon, Versailles, France.

Guided Tours

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Full Day From Paris: Palace of Versailles Guided Tour with Access to Queen Marie Antoinette's Estate

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€129

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Mobile ticket

7 hr. - 9 hr.

Transfers included

Step inside Marie Antoinette’s private estate with an expert guide.

Everything you get: Priority entry in a small group, with an expert English-speaking guide for a tour of the palace, Petit Trianon, and Queen's Hamlet. Includes round-trip transfers from Paris, garden access during fountain and musical shows, and a one-way ticket to the Petit Train.
Why choose this? This is the only experience that offers a guided visit to the queen's private estate.

Step inside Marie Antoinette’s private estate with an expert guide.

Everything you get: Priority entry in a small group, with an expert English-speaking guide for a tour of the palace, Petit Trianon, and Queen's Hamlet. Includes round-trip transfers from Paris, garden access during fountain and musical shows, and a one-way ticket to the Petit Train.
Why choose this? This is the only experience that offers a guided visit to the queen's private estate.

Inclusions

Timed entry tickets to the Palace
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers from central Paris
Access to the Gardens during the fountain and musical shows
Access to the queen's estate
One-way ticket to the Petit train

Exclusions

Hotel pick up and drop-off

Re-entry upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises is not allowed.
Animals are not permitted in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.
Avoid carrying weapons and sharp objects.
Valuable items and clothing cannot be deposited in left luggage.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
Left luggage items should be collected at the end of the visit, before 6pm in the high season (April to October) and until 5pm in the low season (November to March).

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Main entrance of Palace of Versailles with ornate golden gates in Versailles, France.

Hall of Mirrors, Versailles Palace, ornate chandeliers, reflective mirrors, Paris, France.

Palace of Versailles with musical fountain and garden view in France.

Visitors exploring Giverny Garden with guide in France.

Traveler on a public bus in a city, looking out the window at urban scenery.

Fontaines de Versailles fountain show with illuminated water jets at night.

Versailles Palace gardens with fountains and manicured lawns on a day trip to Paris.

Day Trips

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From Paris: Palace of Versailles & Giverny Gardens Guided Tour

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€155

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Mobile ticket

9 hr. - 10 hr.

Audio guide

Guided tour

Experience 2 iconic sites in one day with priority access and round-trip transfers from Paris.

Flip through two different chapters of French history, and explore the Palace of Versailles and Giverny on this full-day tour from Paris.
Hop on an A/C Coach and head to Giverny, where you can spend the day learning about Monet's life, after tending to his lush garden and lily pond.
The term Impressionism was coined sarcastically by a critic. Learn more interesting tidbits with an audio guide or English-speaking guide. The choice is yours!
Sprinkle the magic of local French cuisines into your day with a 3-course lunch or upgrade to a small group for an intimate tour.
Skip the long lines with priority access to the Palace of Versailles and explore the King’s and Queen’s Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and more. Upgrade your tickets to include the Musical Fountains Show between April and October.

Experience 2 iconic sites in one day with priority access and round-trip transfers from Paris.

Flip through two different chapters of French history, and explore the Palace of Versailles and Giverny on this full-day tour from Paris.
Hop on an A/C Coach and head to Giverny, where you can spend the day learning about Monet's life, after tending to his lush garden and lily pond.
The term Impressionism was coined sarcastically by a critic. Learn more interesting tidbits with an audio guide or English-speaking guide. The choice is yours!
Sprinkle the magic of local French cuisines into your day with a 3-course lunch or upgrade to a small group for an intimate tour.
Skip the long lines with priority access to the Palace of Versailles and explore the King’s and Queen’s Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and more. Upgrade your tickets to include the Musical Fountains Show between April and October.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Giverny & Versailles Palace
Roundtrip transfers in AC coach from Paris
Priority access to Monet's house & gardens
3-course lunch, drinks included (as per the option selected) (check menu here)(optional)
Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens
Access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only) (as per the option selected)
Expert-English speaking guide (as per the option selected)
Small group of 8/15 (as per the option selected)
Audio guide in French, English, Portuguese, Italian, German, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, and Korean (as per the option selected)

Exclusions

Guided tour inside Monet's house

Tip: Monet's garden was designed to bloom year-round. Plan visits at different times of the year to witness the season painting the garden in unique hues every time.
Guided tours are not allowed inside Monet’s house due to space constraints, but you’re free to explore on your own.
Skip-the-line access at Versailles is subject to security checks and crowd conditions.
From November to March, entry to the Park and Gardens is free. However, on days with Musical Fountains or Musical Gardens shows (April to October), only children under 6 receive free entry.
Re-entry is not permitted upon leaving the Palace and Garden premises.
Please note that flash photography, high-heels, and strollers are not allowed on this experience.
Suitcases and large-capacity bags are not allowed on the Versailles Estate premises. Bags must not exceed 55cm x 35cm x 20cm and must be deposited at the left luggage offices after going through the security check.
The following items are prohibited inside the Palace and must be deposited at the left luggage facilities: pushchairs, metal baby carriers, backpacks, umbrellas, and any pointed, sharp objects or blunt instruments.
The Palace of Versailles and some of its various areas are accessible to wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.
For more information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here. For the site map, click here.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Things to know before booking your Palace of Versailles tickets

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.
Due to the Palace’s popularity, tickets often sell out 2-3 months in advance, so be sure to book well in advance.
The Versailles Estate is made up of several areas worth visiting. The Palace is the central attraction, including highlights like the Hall of Mirrors, the King and Queen’s apartments, and the Gallery of Battles. Tickets to the Palace also include access to the Gallery of Coaches, right outside the Palace gates.
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 Royal Chapel, Royal Opera, and the King’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. With a dedicated entrance to the Palace, these tours also allow you to skip the long entry lines at the Palace.
The Park is free to visit daily, as are the Gardens, except on days the Musical Gardens (April-October) or the Fountain Shows (April-October) are held. On these days, entry is restricted to ticket holders, with free entry for children under six.
If you have already visited the Palace and just want to visit the estate, we have dedicated tickets for just that.
For full access to the Versailles estate —including the Palace, Gardens, and Trianon Estate—the passport ticket is your best option. It offers excellent value for money, granting you entry to all areas with just one ticket.
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.
The Palace offers free entry on the first Sunday of each month, from November to March. However, you still need to book a time slot in advance to be allowed entry. Expect larger crowds on these days.

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.

More about the Palace

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.

More about the Gardens

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

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Guide to help you choose the right ticket

Palace-only access

You can choose between:

Timed entry:

Access the Palace at a specified time slot and explore at your own pace.

Book: Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

Guided tour:

Enjoy priority access to the Palace with an expert guide who provides in-depth commentary in your chosen language.

Book: Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

Exclusive access tours:

Gain entry to restricted areas such as the King’s Private Apartments and the Royal Opera or Chapel.
These small-group tours also allow you to explore the rest of the Palace on your own.

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

Estate-only access

Explore a more intimate side of Versailles with tickets granting skip-the-line tickets to the Estate of Trianon—Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet.

Book: Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets

Note: These tickets don’t include access to the Palace.

All-access tickets [Passport]

Provides comprehensive access to all areas of the Versailles estate — the Palace, Gardens (even on show days), Trianon Estate, and the Queen's Hamlet. You can choose between:

Timed entry:

Explore the entire estate on your own, with timed entry to the palace.

Book: Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens

Guided tour:

Explore the entire estate with an expert guide, proficient in your chosen language.

Book: Palace of Versailles Guided Tours

Day trip with transfers

Depart from the Eiffel Tower in an air-conditioned coach.

Select options to explore only the Palace or the entire Estate.

Book:

From Paris: Palace of Versailles Tickets & Tours with Transfers
Full Day From Paris: Palace of Versailles Guided Tour with Access to Queen Marie Antoinette's Estate

What’s inside the Versailles Palace?

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Hall of Mirrors

The Palace’s most iconic room is 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.

Plan your royal visit

Timings

Location

Entrances

Dine

Stay

Facilities

Visitor tips

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

Address: Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
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Getting there

By bus: RATP bus line 171
Nearest stop: Palace of Versailles
Note: Ensure the bus is marked ‘Versailles’ as some buses terminate early.
By train:
RER C, SNCF N, and SNCF L Train
Nearest stop: Château Rive-Gauche station, Versailles Chantiers, and Versailles Rive Droite respectively
By car: Several paid parking facilities are available inside and outside the estate; Place d'Armes car park is the official one and is open 24 hours.

Directions to the Versailles Palace

📍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

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La Petite Venise: Enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine in a historic setting, once home to the Venetian gondoliers of Versailles.
Access: in the park next to the Grand Canal.
La Girandole: Savor light snacks and refreshments amidst beautiful gardens.
Access: in the gardens

Hotel La Residence du Berry: A historic mansion-turned-hotel in Versailles’ Saint Louis district, only 5 minutes from the Palace.
Hotel Le Versailles: A 4-star hotel only 12 minutes from the Palace, featuring spacious and elegant rooms.
Waldorf Astoria Versailles: Nestled between the Palace of Versailles and the Trianon Palaces, this 5-star hotel boasts an opulent yet contemporary interior.

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

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 visit to Versailles here

Frequently asked questions about the Palace of Versailles tickets

What are the different types of tickets available?

There are several ticket options for the Palace of Versailles, including standard entry tickets, skip-the-line tickets, guided tour tickets, and day trips from Paris. Choose the one that best suits your itinerary.

What’s the difference between a Passport ticket and a Palace-only ticket?

The Palace-only ticket grants you timed entry to the Palace and access to the temporary exhibitions, the Gallery of Coaches, the Sculptures and Mouldings Gallery, the Royal Tennis Court, the Gardens, and the Park. In addition to the above accesses, a passport ticket grants you entry to the Estate of Trianon.

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 guided tours 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 All-Access Passport 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. Trianon and Marie-Antoinette Estate Skip-the-Line Tickets 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 round-trip bus transfers 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.