Versailles tour Skip-the-Line Tickets

On this private tour guide paris, you will get priority access with skip-the-line tickets so you do not have to wait in the public admission queue to get in. This will help you avoid crowds and enjoy more time at Versailles, especially if you want to see the most famous areas of the estate on this 4-hour tour.

During your Private Tour of Versailles you will admire the State Apartments of Louis XIV and the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors. After this amazing private tour of Versailles, you will have free time to discover the beautiful French style gardens with 55 fountains.

What to Expect on this Private Versailles Tour

After pick-up from your designated location in Paris, enjoy a short ride to the Palace of Versailles to discover one of the most famous attractions in the world. On this half-day tour, we will be sure you see all the sights you want. Be sure to share with us your interests upon booking so we can plan accordingly for you.

If you want a more relaxed and tasty tour, visit Versailles with lunch.

When to Go for the Fountain Shows of Versailles

From April through November, you can enjoy the majestic fountain shows across the gardens. During this time, all of our Versailles tours allow time to visit the gardens and see the fountains, but booking in the spring or summer ensures more musical events and the opportunity to see the fountains turned on.

Typically the musical fountain shows in the Versailles gardens run every Saturday and Sunday, with other special dates planned from late June to late October in 2021.

Check the official schedule of the Musical Fountains Show for additional information. Please note these dates are subject to change.

During this period, access to the gardens will be included.

See the sights at your own pace

You’ll have the option at booking to customize your tour in a way that caters to your interests and (or) accessibility needs.

Expect your itinerary to include visits to the State Apartment, the Hall of Mirrors, and the King’s bedchambers with enough time to take in the opulent decor and architecture.

After exploring the interior of the palace, you will have free time to discover the beautiful French-style gardens with 55 fountains on your own before the journey back to Paris in your provided transportation.

About Our Versailles Tour Guides and Transportation

Parismatic founder, Frederic Khlghatian—a certified, Paris-based tour guide for more than 23 years—is often the licensed driver and guide of this Versailles private tour. Learn more about our experienced tour guides here, and please check out our Tripadvisor reviews.

We want your trip to Versailles to be memorable, and comfortable transportation is a priority. Expect to be picked up in either a Mercedes-Benz V-Class or Tesla; both options are equipped with Wi-Fi.

After this fabulous private tour, your guide-driver will take you back to Paris and drop you off at your residence.

Safety and Accessibility 

We strive to take the stress out of planning your visit to this popular destination. Our tour guides are constantly in communication with the Palace of Versailles to ensure we have up-to-date information regarding reopenings and closures, as well as health and safety guidelines.

On our tours, expect readily available face masks and hand sanitizer in our vehicles, and expert guides who know where to stop for bathroom breaks.

Other Ways to Explore Versailles

For those who want to maximize their sightseeing, we also offer a visit to Versailles for a full day with lunch included. 

Additionally, we can help you knock more off your list with our Giverny and Versailles private tour, or even doing a separate, shorter excursion out of Paris on a Giverny half-day tour