Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour
Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour
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Visitors to the Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour have praised the knowledgeable and engaging guides, who bring the palace's history and significance to life. The tour provides a unique and immersive experience, with access to areas of the palace that are not typically open to the public. While some visitors have noted that the tour can be crowded and noisy, the vast majority have praised the tour as a highlight of their visit to Paris.
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Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour
This comprehensive Versailles tour takes you through the palace's royal apartments with an expert guide, then grants you freedom to explore the gardens and Trianon estates at your own pace. You'll meet at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of King Louis XIV before entering through a dedicated entrance that bypasses the main queues.
Your guide leads you through the Royal Apartments where French monarchs lived for over a century, sharing stories of the Sun King and his successors. With provided headsets, you'll catch every detail as you walk through the Hall of Mirrors and admire the intricate ceiling paintings and gilded décor. After the guided portion, your ticket covers the expansive gardens, Grand and Petit Trianon estates, and Marie Antoinette's Queen's Hamlet.
The 2,000-acre gardens feature sculpted fountains, elegant statues, and precisely maintained topiary. Golf cart rentals and the Little Train are available on-site for an additional fee if you prefer not to walk the entire estate. Once your guided tour concludes, you're free to remain and explore at your leisure.
What is Included
- Expert local guide for the palace tour
- Headset to hear your guide clearly
- Entry to Palace of Versailles Royal Apartments
- Access to the gardens
- Entry to Grand and Petit Trianon estates
- Access to Queen's Hamlet
- Passport ticket allowing re-entry to different areas
Good to Know
Meet at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV in Versailles. Arrive 15 minutes before your start time. Transportation to and from Versailles is not included, so you'll need to arrange your own travel.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the palace and grounds are extensive. The tour is not wheelchair accessible due to varying terrain and steps throughout the estate. Photography is permitted without flash inside the palace.
Keep your ticket handy for access to all areas within the estate. Food and drinks are not allowed inside the palace or Trianon buildings. After your guided visit ends, you can stay in the gardens as long as you wish.
If you're planning more Paris sightseeing, consider adding a Louvre Museum skip-line guided tour to see the world's most famous artworks. For a different perspective on French royal history, the Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie combined tickets offer insight into medieval royal life and the French Revolution.
Why you'll love it
- Bypass the main queues via a dedicated guided-group entrance
- Meet beneath the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV before entering
- Tour the Royal Apartments where French monarchs lived for over a century
- Explore the Trianon estates and formal gardens at your own pace
- Combine a structured palace tour with free-roam garden access
What's included
- Timed entry ticket
- Access to the gardens
- Access to the Trianon Estate (Petit and Grand)
- Access to the Queen’s Hamlet
- Live guide
- Guided tour
- Headset to hear the guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Transportation to/from Versailles
Good to know
- Age suitability
- The tour is recommended for children aged 6 and above. Children under 6 years old are not allowed on the tour.
- Opening times
Closed 09:00am - 05:30pm 09:00am - 05:30pm 09:00am - 05:30pm 09:00am - 05:30pm 09:00am - 05:30pm 09:00am - 05:30pm
- Know before you go
Before your visit to the Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour, make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time to collect your tickets. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking extensively throughout the palace and gardens. Bring a refillable water bottle and sun protection, as the sun can be strong. The palace is wheelchair accessible, but it's recommended to book a wheelchair-accessible tour in advance. Please note that large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the palace.
- Visitor guidelines
Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your start time
Bring comfortable walking shoes as the palace and grounds are extensive
Photography is permitted without flash
Please keep your ticket available for all areas within the estate
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the palace
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Frequently asked
How long does it take?
The Palace of Versailles & Gardens: Trianon Estate + Guided Tour lasts for 120 minutes.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes, the tour is suitable for families with children aged 6 and above. However, please note that the palace can be crowded and noisy, so it's recommended to plan for breaks and flexibility.
What's included?
The tour includes access to the palace through a separate entrance, a guided tour of the Royal Apartments, and access to the Trianon Estate and gardens.
How do I get there?
The meeting point is located at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of the Sun King, Louis the 14th, in Versailles. You can take the RER C train from Paris to the Versailles-Château station and then follow the signs to the meeting point.
Where you'll be
Palace of Versailles, Place d'Armes
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