Versailles guided tour Trianon Gardens and entrance to the Castle

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Versailles, which most visitors do not take the time to explore.
Starting before the crowds, stroll through the magnificent gardens of André Le Nôtre and the secret groves of the Sun King.

After some free time for lunch on the shores of the Little Venice, explore the private world of Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon and the charming Hamlet of the Queen.

Your Guide will adapt the tour to your interests and the pace you want to adopt, ensuring a personalized and rewarding visit.
The “Passport” ticket is included; it gives you access to the Grand Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors, so you can explore these famous places as you please.

This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to understand how Versailles became the symbol of absolute power and then the scene of the fall of the monarchy by addressing its gardens, history, architecture and the hectic life of the Royal Court.

What's Included

Entrance – Palace of Versailles
Carefully aligned with the timing of the Grandes Eaux Musicales (fountains April–Oct WE)
Entrance – The Queen's Hamlet and the Little Trianon
Access to the unpublished exhibition of the 250 years of American independence
Free time for lunch on the banks of the Little Venice
Gardens, Petit Trianon and Queen's Hamlet Tour
Passport ticket for the entire Domaine de Versailles
Lunch and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Statue équestre de Louis XIV
End point
Palace of Versailles

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Palace of Versailles

    Meet your Guide in front of the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV on the weapons square of the Palace of Versailles. After a brief presentation of the day, your tour begins with an introduction to the history of the estate and the birth of Versailles.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    L'Orangerie

    See the impressive Orangery, designed to house hundreds of exotic orange and tree trees. A testimony to the prestige and technical prowess of the reign of Louis XIV.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

    Discover the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre, masterpiece of the French garden. Perspectives, fountains and groves reveal how Louis XIV used the art of gardens to stage his power.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Grand Canal

    Enjoy a free lunch break in the peaceful setting of Little Venice before continuing your discovery of the estate.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    The Grand Trianon

    The Grand Trianon, elegant palace of pink marble built by Louis XIV as retirement residence far from the etiquette of the court. Your Guide will present you the history of this exceptional place, appreciated by several generations of sovereigns.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Le Petit Trianon

    Built under Louis XV and then offered to Marie Antoinette, the Petit Trianon reveals a more intimate facet of royal life, far from the ceremonial of the castle.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Le Hameau De La Reine

    Stroll through the famous Hameau de la Reine, a Norman-inspired village designed to offer Marie Antoinette a refuge from court life.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Palace of Versailles

    Your guided tour ends here. With your Passport included ticket, you can freely discover the Grand Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the spaces open to the public at your own pace.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Lutecia Heritage

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Trolley Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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