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Paris Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip 9 hr

TourTruth score 3.4 out of 10

Below average

355 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Paris, France
  • 9 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte on a 9-hour Paris day trip, with castle admission, multilingual audio guides, and garden time.

About this tour

Trade the streets of Paris for a day among two remarkable French chateaux. This 9-hour excursion visits Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte, pairing grand architecture and royal history with time to explore their celebrated grounds.

Travel between the castles in an air-conditioned vehicle, then discover each site at your own pace with an audio guide. At Vaux-le-Vicomte, included admission covers access to the dome for visitors over 1.35 m; children can also wear period costumes. At both estates, take in the gardens, fountains, lakes, and monuments that reflect the Renaissance and Baroque eras. Audio guides are available in several languages, including English.

This Paris Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte chateaux day trip offers a convenient way to experience two distinct chapters of French history in one outing. Meet outside Hotel Pullman Bercy, and expect to return to Paris around 6:15 pm. Book your day among the castles and gardens of France.

Highlights

  • Explore the grand rooms and history of two celebrated French chateaux
  • Listen to audio guides in your preferred language at both castles
  • Wander through gardens, fountains, lakes, and monuments
  • Visit the dome at Vaux-le-Vicomte, with access for visitors over 1.35 m

What's included

Included

  • Entrance tickets to Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte castles
  • Audio guides at both castles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access to the dome of Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle
  • Period costume rentals for children

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Guided visit
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Restroom on board
  • Headset

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Important information

  • Meet outside the main entrance of Hotel Pullman Bercy, 1 Rue de Libourne, 75012 Paris
  • Contact the provider by WhatsApp at +33 6 14 96 42 81 or phone at +33 1 44 55 60 00 if needed
  • Dome access at Vaux-le-Vicomte is reserved for visitors over 1.35 m tall
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Vaux-le-Vicomte audio guide languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, and Portuguese
  • Fontainebleau audio guide languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, and Polish
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the day trip?

The trip lasts 540 minutes, or 9 hours. Arrival in Paris is expected around 6:15 pm.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes. Entrance tickets to Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte castles are included.

Are audio guides available?

Yes. Audio guides are provided at both castles in multiple languages, including English.

Is Hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Meet outside the main entrance of Hotel Pullman Bercy in Paris.

Who can access the vaux-le-vicomte dome?

Dome access is reserved for visitors over 1.35 m tall.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.07 from 355 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 3.4.

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