From Palace to Hamlet: Versailles through Marie Antoinette's Eyes

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Paris

  Meet you in the hotel or at the meeting point in Paris and enjoy a comfortable ride in the private transport

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

  Step beyond the palace walls and discover the world-famous Gardens of Versailles with golf cart — a masterpiece of landscape design and royal ambition. Covering nearly 2,000 acres, these meticulously manicured grounds feature geometric flowerbeds, grand fountains, sculptures, ornamental lakes, and tree-lined paths that stretch as far as the eye can see. On your tour, your expert guide will share the fascinating history behind the garden’s creation, the symbolism built into its design, and stories of how French royalty used these grounds for entertainment, politics, and leisure. You’ll also learn about the incredible engineering behind the waterworks that power the fountains, many of which are still functioning today. From sweeping views of the Grand Canal to the hidden beauty of the Groves (Bosquets), this outdoor masterpiece is just as awe-inspiring as the palace itself.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Palace of Versailles

  1. Royal Chapel Begin your journey in the breathtaking Royal Chapel, where French kings once attended daily mass. Admire the soaring vaulted ceilings, marble columns, and Baroque décor that set the stage for royal life. 2. King’s Apartments Continue into the King’s Apartments, a suite of richly decorated rooms that reveal the grandeur of Louis XIV’s court. Each chamber highlights the monarch’s personal and ceremonial life, from council meetings to royal audiences. 3. Hall of Mirrors (Galerie des Glaces) Next, step into the iconic Hall of Mirrors — the most famous room in Versailles. With its glittering chandeliers, arched mirrors, and views of the palace gardens, it was the setting for grand receptions, balls, and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. 4. Queen’s Apartments Conclude the tour in the Queen’s Apartments, once occupied by queens such as Marie Antoinette. These rooms reflect elegance and refinement, offering a glimpse into the private life of the French monarchy.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Le Petit Trianon

  Step into the world of Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon, her private palace hidden within the Versailles estate. Far from the rigid etiquette of court, this elegant retreat became her sanctuary of freedom and intimacy. Explore her graceful private chambers, stroll through the gardens she redesigned in a natural, romantic style, and feel the atmosphere of the place where the queen sought simplicity, beauty, and escape from royal obligations. The Petit Trianon reveals Marie Antoinette not as a queen on the throne, but as a woman seeking peace and personal expression.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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