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Private Versailles Château & Gardens Walking Tour
As you approach the chateau, you will be awed by its size, grandeur, and the crowds! That’s why we make our way into the formal gardens first, avoiding the peak times inside of the palace. The gardens of Versailles have been held up as the standard of French gardening for ages, and you will see why. Stand at the grande perspective and take in the entirety of the grounds, including the Grand Canal and the 2,000 acres of forestland. Mosey through the groves with your guide leading the way and learn about why King Louis XIV designed them each in their particular way. You will have the opportunity to stop for a hot or cold drink while in the groves before making our way back towards the palace. Fully equipped with the knowledge and history of the Chateau of Versailles, you will then have a chance to marvel at the marble floors and velvet curtains yourself. Our guide will provide you with one final overview of the palace and give you pointers on how to enjoy it at your own pace, and then you are free to discover the interior at your leisure. You will have an audio guide that will help you navigate your way through the palace, stopping to see famous rooms such as the Queen’s bedroom and the magnificent Hall of Mirrors.
After your visit inside the palace, it’s up to you to choose whether or not you want to venture back into the formal gardens, make your way back to Paris, or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many quaint cafés not far from the chateau.
About this activity
- Duration 3 hours
- Availability Custom Start Time
- Languages English
- Departure Point 10 Avenue du Général de Gaulle, 78000 Versailles
- No cancellation fees if cancelled 7 days prior to tour date.
Experience
Highlights
- Enter the Château de Versailles with reserved access and explore the palace’s magnificent rooms
- Admire the splendor of the Hall of Mirrors, one of the most iconic galleries in the world
- Stroll through the breathtaking Royal Gardens of Versailles, a masterpiece of French landscape design
- Visit the elegant Orangerie, home to hundreds of citrus trees and grand terraces
- Walk along the majestic Grand Perspective, the central axis stretching across the gardens
- Marvel at the impressive Apollo Fountain, a symbol of Louis XIV’s connection to the Sun God
- Relax by the Grand Canal, taking in the sweeping views of the palace grounds
Full Description
As you approach the chateau, you will be awed by its size, grandeur, and the crowds! That’s why we make our way into the formal gardens first, avoiding the peak times inside of the palace. The gardens of Versailles have been held up as the standard of French gardening for ages, and you will see why. Stand at the grande perspective and take in the entirety of the grounds, including the Grand Canal and the 2,000 acres of forestland. Mosey through the groves with your guide leading the way and learn about why King Louis XIV designed them each in their particular way. You will have the opportunity to stop for a hot or cold drink while in the groves before making our way back towards the palace. Fully equipped with the knowledge and history of the Chateau of Versailles, you will then have a chance to marvel at the marble floors and velvet curtains yourself. Our guide will provide you with one final overview of the palace and give you pointers on how to enjoy it at your own pace, and then you are free to discover the interior at your leisure. You will have an audio guide that will help you navigate your way through the palace, stopping to see famous rooms such as the Queen’s bedroom and the magnificent Hall of Mirrors.
After your visit inside the palace, it’s up to you to choose whether or not you want to venture back into the formal gardens, make your way back to Paris, or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many quaint cafés not far from the chateau.
Includes
- Private Local Licensed Tour Guide
- Guided Walking Tour of the gardens
- Reserved Entry to the Château of Versailles
Prepare for the activity
Meeting Point
10 Avenue du Général de Gaulle, 78000 Versailles
Exit the train station at Versailles Château Rive Gauche (several stations say “Versailles” make sure it’s this one), and walk into McDonalds. Exit out the back right door and walk through the mall past the video game stores to the corner shop full of bikes.
This tour can also start from Paris, please reach out to the team to arrange it.
*Not available on Mondays, Versailles is closed
We highly recommend using public transportation to get to the meeting point as car traffic is quite dense in this area.
Important Information
- If your group is larger than 15 guests, please contact us at [email protected]
- If you wish to customize your tour, please fill out our Versailles Custom Private Tour Request Form.
- We require the full names and ages of all guests as this allows us to ensure timed entry into the palace.
- All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and carry proof of age documentation.
- This tour involves quite a lot of walking and we do not offer golf carts. Please wear comfortable shoes.
- Unfortunately this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Many of the paths in Versailles are unpaved and rough, and may present difficulty for wheelchair users.
- This tour does not include a lunch stop. You will enter the chateau around mid-day. Guests usually spend around an hour inside, meaning your lunch break will possibly be quite late. Your guide will be happy to recommend places to eat after your tour.
- All of our tours operate rain or shine
- Please provide one credit card and one government-issued ID to be retained as a deposit for the duration of the tour
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.
