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Discover centuries of history and luxury on a Versailles Private Tour. This private tour from Paris to Versailles includes skip-the-line Palace of Versailles Tickets and the Fountains Garden, as well as Private Transfers from Paris and your local tour guide’s engaging commentary, stories, and anecdotes. Not only will you save time on your personalized tour of Versailles, but you will also have the opportunity to learn about this marvel of French history and culture from a local perspective. It’s the most enjoyable way to spend a day outside of Paris!
Why you’ll love the Versailles Private Tour…
Welcome to the World’s Most Incredible Palace!
Versailles was created to display the most incredible superlatives imaginable. It is deserving of its illustrious reputation! House of Kings and Queens, as well as courtiers and mistresses, provides a unique window into the history of France’s and Europe’s aristocracy for over a century.
Isn’t it a little overwhelming? We’re aware. Because Versailles might be overwhelming, we’ve devised a fresh approach to discover and appreciate this great treasure. You’ll learn about the personalities of the kings who created Versailles, you’ll witness the Sun King at his zenith of splendor, and you’ll be able to escape the throng with Queen Marie-Antoinette!
Prepare to fall in love with Versailles and go on a voyage through famed fireworks, champagne, and masked ball festivities!
The Paris to Versailles Private Tours and Garden Visit are designed to ensure that you have a wonderful experience while also feeling linked to centuries of intriguing history.
Let’s take a peek at the primary rooms we’ll be visiting during this Versailles private tour:
The richness of this space, together with your guide’s words, will allow you to envision balls and celebrations that used to be held to welcome French royalty.
The majestic Royal Palatine Chapel will be the first stop on your private tour to Versailles. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the Royal Family’s close ties with the Catholic Church, as well as a better understanding of the Royal Absolute Power, which is the idea that the King was chosen by God to administer God’s justice to the people.
From there, your own guide will take you on a tour of the King’s State Apartments, bringing history to life. You’ll walk through the lavish salons, following in the footsteps of the Queen, the King, and their courtiers who frequented Versailles on a regular basis, while your own guide explains the history of the kings’ parties conducted here to delight the court.
Your guide will tell you about everything from the gaming tables to the theatre, comedies, operas, concerts, and secret performances at balls and masquerades, where courtiers would dazzle the court with their dancing talents (King Louis was a great connoisseur).
Your experienced guide will educate you on the complexities of The Etiquette, the regulations that govern every aspect of the Royal Family’s and the entire court’s lives from sunrise to dusk.
As you walk through Louis XV’s Council Chamber, Louis XIV’s Bedchamber, and the Bull’s Eye Antechamber before arriving in the regal elegance of the Queen’s Apartments, your guide will recreate the glories of court life through subtle symbols and symbolic imagery.
The exquisite grounds of the Château de Versailles are the next step and the following wonders to appreciate:
During the private tour of Versailles, the Palace is not fully private. There will be other guests, and the palace may be packed at times. Usually, there’s no control over the Palace’s visitor flow during this trip. During your visit, the rest of the Palace will remain open to the public. After the opening hours, the palace can be totally privatized by request. As you might expect, this is a one-of-a-kind service that is only offered on request and in advance a few times a year.
If you purchase a private tour to Versailles with transportation, your guide will meet you in Paris. If you want to meet your tour guide outside of Paris, please contact them before making a reservation to secure the best rate.
Recommendations for Visiting Versailles
We recommend comfortable shoes (sneakers, for example) and comfortable attire because you will be walking and on your feet for several hours. A bottle of water, sunscreen, and hats are recommended for the greatest experience throughout the summer months. Warm clothing and sturdy shoes (in case it’s slick) are recommended during the winter months to keep you comfortable in the Gardens.
Safety Recommendations when Visiting Versailles
In addition to the increased security to gain access to the Palace, the control may take longer than usual. People can circumvent the huge lines by purchasing skip-the-line tickets. However, especially during peak season, you may have to wait a while for the check.
Tuesdays and weekends are the busiest days at the Palace. The Palace is usually less crowded in the afternoons (though this cannot be guaranteed). If you want to visit the Fountain Shows or the Musical Gardens, check the schedules below.
If you book the private tour to Versailles on the following dates, you will receive a discount:
Versailles is not a good place for parents with babies and very young children (less than 5 years old) during the high season, due to enormous crowds and possible delays. It may be difficult for both the parents and the children.
Except on Mondays, this excursion is available every day. (The Palace is currently closed.) Only professional travel firms have direct access to the Palace’s limited number of tickets. These are really popular and sell out rapidly. If at all feasible, book 6 weeks in advance during the high season (April-August). Otherwise, try to schedule a trip in the afternoon when the Palace is less crowded. Please provide us with alternate days and times if possible.
The Full Day trips are the only ones that include a lunch stop (meals are not included in the tour price).