We're now offering a curated selection of beautifully designed sightseeing and cultural walking tours by Walks. More than simply after-hours access or line-skipping tickets, a Walks tour is about connecting people to places, with storytelling at the heart of every unique experience. 

Experience the glory of Versailles on this insightful tour of the palace and its grounds. After heading from Paris to Versailles by train, you'll skip the line into the palace, where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. Wander the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace and enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore more of the royal domain at your own pace before returning to Paris by train on your own. With all tickets and transport included, you won't have to worry about a thing besides showing up and enjoying a journey back to France's decadent royal past. 

Your tour begins in the center of Paris, where you'll meet your guide and small group of travelers. Board a train together for a short ride into the countryside—no need to worry about making your way to Versailles all by yourself.

Once at Versailles, you'll skip the line and head right into the Palace. Alongside an expert guide, you’ll visit the incredible the King and Queen’s apartments and of course the iconic Hall of Mirrors. As you walk, your guide will bring the palace to life with stories of courtly intrigue and royal plots, while also giving you insight into the everyday lives of the people who lived here.

"Alone in Versailles" Tour Upgrade: Book the 1:45 PM tour and gain exclusive access to the King's Private Apartments at the Palace of Versailles—an area normally closed to the public. These private chambers were where the French Royal Family resided, retreating from the grandeur of public life. Accompanied by your expert guide and an intimate Walks tour group, you'll explore opulent rooms like the King's Bedroom and Library. 

Heading back outside, your guide will give you an introduction to the extravagant Palace Gardens and allow you to wander them on your own. Depending on the day, you’ll see either the Fountains Show, where the beautiful fountains come to life to music, or the musical Gardens Show.

In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the rest of the royal domain, such as the Gallery of Coaches (open weekends and public holidays) or the Trianon Estate, where Marie Antoinette enjoyed her private moments at palaces like Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet. With a roundtrip train ticket to Paris included, enjoy the flexibility of returning to the City of Lights whenever you wish. Please note: If you select the 1: 45 PM tour at booking  you will not have enough time to explore the royal domain including Trianon Estate, Petit Trianon, and the Queen's Hamlet.

This tour takes the hassle out of finding your own way to Versailles with all logistics handled, including transportation and skip-the-line tickets. With so much ground to cover and history to unpack, an expert local guide will reveal the stories and secrets that took place within the Palace's walls. There's no better way to experience one of France's must-see monuments.

Please note that this description is an example and your experience may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have an excellent experience.