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Paris Versailles Palace and Gardens Small Group Tour 3 hr
TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10
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5 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Paris, France
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Versailles with an expert guide, round-trip train tickets, and a small group capped at eight guests.
About this tour
Discover Versailles with a small group and a guide who brings the palace’s grand rooms and gardens to life. This 3-hour Paris Versailles Palace and Gardens Small Group Tour begins at Javel Métro Station, where you’ll meet your guide before traveling by train to the estate. Along the way, hear about the history and ambitions behind Louis XIV’s extraordinary royal residence.
With your Palace ticket included, explore highlights such as the Royal Chapel, the King’s Grand Apartment, the Hall of Mirrors, and the Queen’s Apartments with a licensed expert guide. Then step onto the terrace for an introduction to the gardens, including Le Nôtre’s design, the Grand Canal, and the fountain basins. Headsets help you follow the commentary, and the group is limited to eight guests.
After the guided portion, use the included access to explore the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon at your own pace. Round-trip train tickets are provided, while hotel transfers, food, and drinks are not included. Choose this Paris Versailles Palace and Gardens Small Group Tour for a thoughtful introduction, then make the rest of the day your own.
Highlights
- Explore the Palace of Versailles with a licensed expert guide
- Admire the Hall of Mirrors, Royal Chapel, and royal apartments
- Get an introduction to Le Nôtre’s gardens and the Sun King’s symbolism
- Travel between Paris and Versailles with round-trip train tickets
- Continue exploring the Trianons independently after the guided tour
What's included
Included
- Entrance ticket to the Palace of Versailles
- Round-trip train tickets between Paris and Versailles
- Licensed expert guide
- Guided introduction to the gardens and recommendations
- Headsets to hear the guide
- Small-group experience, maximum 8 guests
- Access to the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon included in the ticket
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities, optional
Ratings on each provider
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4.20 / 5 · 5 reviews
Important information
- Meet at Exit 1 of Javel Métro Station, Line 10, across from Le Régalia cafe
- Look for the guide holding an orange Paris Unscripted sign
- Arrive 10 minutes before departure
- The guided tour ends at the gardens; explore independently afterward
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals are allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently asked questions
Where is the meeting point?
Meet your guide at Exit 1 of Javel Métro Station on Line 10, across from Le Régalia cafe. Look for an orange Paris Unscripted sign and arrive 10 minutes early.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 180 minutes.
What is included in the ticket?
The ticket includes Palace of Versailles entry and access to the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon.
Does the tour include train tickets?
Yes. Round-trip train tickets between Paris and Versailles are provided.
What happens after the guided tour?
The guided tour ends at the gardens. You can continue exploring independently, including the Trianons, and decide when to return to Paris.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.20 from 5 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 6.8.
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