Versailles Half-Day Private Tour with Normandy Melody
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking on mostly flat terrain.
Overview
Discover the Palace of Versailles without the crowds on Normandy Melody's private half-day tour from Paris. Skip the lines, enjoy luxury transport, and uncover the secrets of the Hall of Mirrors and royal gardens in comfort and style.
Private Tour • Versailles Half Day Trip from Paris
Half day • from Paris • Private Tour
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About This Adventure
Embark on a private half-day tour of the breathtaking Palace of Versailles, where you'll skip the lines and explore the iconic Hall of Mirrors and Royal Apartments with a knowledgeable guide. Enjoy luxurious transport from Paris and wander the stunning gardens, immersing yourself in the grandeur of French monarchy.
Discover the most important symbol of french Monarchy. Experience a guided tour of the magnificent Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Apartments
Duration
About 5 hours, including transportation
Inclusions
- Exclusive Services
- Licensed Professional driver Guide
- Skip the line & Priority Admission tickets
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Transport by luxury A/C minibus
Conditions
- Please bring a photo ID. Passengers of all ages are accepted in the tour, but at least one adult of age 18+ is required per reservation.
- During transportation, children below the age of 10 must be seated in a child chair by French law.
About
On this private half-day tour to the Palace of Versailles, enjoy comfortable transportation from Paris and skip-the-line admission to the iconic chateau, allowing you to avoid waiting in the ticket queue. Once inside, explore the palace with a private guide to see the Hall of Mirrors and the State Apartments. Then head outside to wander through the expansive gardens. Following a 1pm pickup at your Paris hotel, travel out of the city to the Palace of Versailles to begin your 5-hour tour. Built by King Louis XIV in the 17th-century, the Palace of Versailles is widely considered to be the most impressive of France’s many palaces and castles.
On arrival, head past the entrance queues with your private guide and start exploring. Stroll through the corridors and suites, and admire the 17th-century features for which the palace is famous.
Visit the State Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors, and learn of the members of French royalty including Louis XIV, Louis XVI, and Marie Antoinette who once called the palace home. Afterward, head onward into the beautiful gardens — designed by famed landscape architect André Lenôtre.
When your palace and gardens tour comes to an end, return in comfort to your Paris accommodation to conclude your 5-hour tour.
Adventure Tips
Bring a Valid Photo ID
Photo identification is required to access the palace and gardens on this tour.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The gardens and palace grounds require walking on varied surfaces for several hours.
Plan for Weather Variability
Some time is spent outdoors in the gardens, so dress accordingly for rain or sun.
Child Safety Seats Are Mandatory
If traveling with children under 10, expect legal requirements for child seats during transport.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mute swans in the Grand Canal
- Common squirrels in the gardens
History
The Palace of Versailles was the principal royal residence under Louis XIV, constructed to display absolute monarchy’s power.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve the historic buildings and gardens while minimizing the environmental footprint from tourism.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking the palace interiors and expansive garden paths.
Light rain jacket
Helpful for unpredictable spring showers during the garden portion.
spring specific
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Protect yourself from the summer sun while wandering the open gardens.
summer specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture the iconic Hall of Mirrors, royal apartments, and sprawling landscapes.