Guide to Palace of Versailles Group Tours
Bulk Bookings (10–30+ Travellers)
Bringing a big family, school, or corporate group to Versailles? Pick from the below group‑friendly tours—some start in Paris with transfers, others meet in Versailles.
All include timed entry with a guide or audio guide, free cancellation up to 24h, and the ability to reserve now & pay later (subject to the provider’s rules).
The Palace of Versailles gets over 8 million visitors each year, so it’s best to book early. The Full Access Ticket lets you explore on your own, the Guided Tour offers expert insights, and the Transport Tour makes it easy with pickup from Paris.
Why Book a Versailles Paris Group Tour
- Priority group entry at Entrance B: With this tour, you will use Entrance B (top-right of the Cour d’Honneur) for priority group entry. This reduces your wait time, even in peak months.
- Everyone hears, everyone stays together: You will get a structured route, audiophones/whisper headsets for most groups inside the Palace. You will also get a professional guide or an audio app to follow.
- Witness more highlights: Your tour route matches the Palace’s commentary zones, so your guide can share key stories about the Hall of Mirrors, the State Apartments, and the gardens efficiently without blocking traffic.
- Transportation: You can add private coach transfers, and the coach will have pre-briefed parking at Place d’Armes or near the Trianon crossroads in the park.
Group‑friendly Ticket Options for Versailles Palace
Versailles Palace Guided Tour + Gardens Access
- Price: From €94 per person
- Duration: 6–9.5h
- Guide: English
- Starts: GetYourGuide Store, 62 Av. de Suffren (Paris). Get Directions.
- Includes: Round‑trip coach, guided palace visit (priority group entrance), gardens access; optional guided gardens / Trianon on full‑day variants.
- Note: Infants under 6 are not allowed.
Skip‑the‑Line Versailles Palace Tour + Gardens Access
- Price: From €63 per person
- Duration: 1.5–2h
- Guide: EN/FR/IT/ES/DE
- Starts: GetYourGuide shop near Versailles Château – Rive Gauche (do not go directly to the palace)
- Includes: Skip‑the‑line palace ticket, 90‑min guided palace tour, gardens access; option for Trianon/M.-Antoinette’s Estate.
- Note: allow ~30 mins for ticketing/security; short wait possible at group entrance in peak season.
Skip‑the‑Line Guided Versailles Palace Tour & Full Access
- Price: From €75 per person
- Duration: ~1.5h guided
- Guide: EN/ES/FR/IT
- Starts: Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV (Place d’Armes)
- Includes: Skip‑the‑line palace entry, headsets, gardens access (on paid‑days), plus Trianon & Marie‑Antoinette’s Estate.
- Note: strollers may be refused; RER C ticket required if coming by train from Paris.
Versailles Palace & Gardens with Transportation
- Price: From €84 per person (promo may vary)
- Duration: 5.5–9.5h
- Host during transfer: EN
- Audio app: EN/FR/DE/IT/ES
- Starts: Central Paris (meeting point varies by option)
Includes: Round‑trip coach, palace & gardens admission, multi‑language audio app. - Not suitable: under 6; limited mobility; wheelchair users.
Versailles Guided Tour by Deluxe Minibus
- Price: From €95 per person
- Duration: ~4h
- Guide: English
- Starts: Central Paris
- Includes: Minibus transfers, guided palace visit (priority group entrance), gardens time, headsets.
- Private option with hotel pick‑up available on some departures.
What’s Included in the Versailles Group Tours
- With this ticket, you will have timed entry through a separate entrance and follow a guided Palace route (depending on the tour). The Palace is open 09:00–18:30 and closed on Mondays. The Trianon Estate is open 12:00–18:30. Your time slot will be booked to reduce waiting.
- You will tour with a licensed guide in your chosen language.
- You can choose your access. Pick Gardens Access (useful on paid days; the gardens are free from November to March) or Full Access, which adds the Trianon and Marie-Antoinette’s Estate.
- You will use audiophones/whisper headsets where required. With this ticket, you will get pre-booked headsets that are picked up and returned for you.
- You can add transfers. Choose coach or minibus transfers from Paris.
- You get flexible booking. You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before. You can also reserve now and pay later (depending on the product).
How the Day Works (step‑by‑step)
- Meetup & headcount at your voucher’s meeting point:
You will meet at the place shown on your voucher—either your Paris pickup point or the partner shop/statue in Versailles. Staff will check the headcount, issue your tickets, and give you the group audio gear if your tour includes it. - Security & group entrance:
You will go through security and enter via Entrance B at the top-right of the Cour d’Honneur, marked “Groupes.” On very busy days, extra security checks may add a short wait. - Guided palace tour:
You will follow a guided route inside the Palace that usually takes about 90 minutes. You will visit the King’s State Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and other key galleries. - Gardens time:
You will explore the Gardens on your own. On Musical Gardens and Musical Fountains dates from April to October, you will see water displays and hear baroque music at set times and on set days. - Return/after-tour:
If your tour includes Paris transfers, you will board the coach or minibus for the ride back to Paris. If you choose a “meet-in-Versailles” tour, you can stay longer in the Gardens or visit the town after the tour.
Add‑ons
- Musical Gardens / Musical Fountains (Apr–Oct): In these months, you will see fountain shows and hear baroque music in the gardens. From November to March, the gardens are free, but they may close early.
- Small electric vehicles (“golf carts”) in the gardens: You can rent a golf cart for €42 per hour per vehicle. You will pay on site. Routes are limited, and a valid driver’s license and other conditions apply.
- Little Train (Petit Train): You can use this hop-on, hop-off shuttle around the park and the Trianon area. The adult full rate is €9. The schedule varies by season.
- Lunch: You will have time in the itinerary for the cafés on site. Lunch is not included in the five products, so you will plan and pay for it yourself.
Meeting Points & Entrance B for Groups
- Entrance B (Group entrance) is in the top‑right corner of the Cour d’Honneur. Groups with reservations go here for palace entry. Allow time for security checks.
- Paris departures
- GetYourGuide Store, 62 Av. de Suffren, 75007 Paris. Get Directions.
- Deluxe Minibus: central Paris check‑in; arrive 15 min early.
- Meet‑in‑Versailles tours
- Opposite Versailles Château – Rive Gauche (RER C).
- Statue of Louis XIV in Place d’Armes (guide with red PARIS’TRIP flag).
Coach Parking at Versailles Palace
- You can park coaches at Place d’Armes (in front of the Palace) and at the Trianon crossroads inside the park (coaches only there).
- You will pay an access fee of €30 per coach (12+ seats), according to the official rates.
- You can drop off passengers near Entrance B in the Cour d’Honneur.
Which Group Tour to Choose?
Note: Capacity depends on the departure—for very large parties (10–30+), book the same product across parallel time slots if a single slot doesn’t hold your full group.
Explore various tour options in Versailles, including the, Skip-the-line guided tour, Round-trip palace tour from Paris, Night fountains show ticket, Versailles Palace Bike Tour and Private golf cart tour of the palace – perfect for every visitor’s needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are common questions tourists ask before booking a group tour of Versailles:
Is there a dedicated group entrance at the Versailles Palace?
Yes. You will use Entrance B in the Cour d’Honneur of the Versailles Palace, which is reserved for groups with reservations.
Are headsets mandatory in Versailles Palace Group Tour?
Inside the Versailles Palace, audiophones are compulsory for most groups (official guidance: 5–30 guests plus a guide; school groups are usually exempt). Headsets will be provided and managed for you.
Should I get a separate ticket for the musical garden or the night fountain show?
No. This Versailles ticket includes the musical gardens and night fountain show. You don’t need a separate ticket to attend these shows.
What days and times can we visit the Versailles Palace?
You can visit the Versailles Palace from Tuesday to Sunday. The Palace is open 09:00–18:30 and closed on Mondays. The Trianon Estate is open 12:00–18:30.
Can you handle transfers from Paris and parking?
Yes. You can book private coach or minibus transfers with pre-booked timing, and you will receive guidance for coach parking.
Will our guide be allowed to speak everywhere?
No. Versailles sets commentary zones and some “no-speech” rooms to keep traffic moving. Your route will follow these rules.
How big can my group be?
Shared tours are often booked by 10–30+ guests. If one time slot has limited availability for your date, you can split the group across consecutive start times of the same tour. You will still follow the same route. (Availability varies by date and option.)
Are the gardens always included in Versailles Palace Group Tour?
Yes. Garden access is included in the Versailles Palace group tours. From November to March the gardens are free, there are no Musical Fountains/Gardens shows, and earlier closing applies.
What if we have travelers under 6 or with reduced mobility?
Some Paris-transfer group tours do not accept children under 6 and are not suitable for wheelchair users. Check the “Not suitable” section on each ticket before you book.
If you wish to learn more before you visit Versailles, you can find further details about the palace’s Opening hours, How to reach the palace, Renting vehicles, Tips for visiting the Versailles Palace, and Restaurants and cafes near the palace.
