Palace of Versailles Tickets & Tours
From skip-the-line entry and full-access tickets to guided tours, bike rides, golf carts, and evening fountain shows — find the right way to experience Versailles for your schedule, travel style, and budget.
The Full Access Ticket (€32) covers the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate — everything in one price, completely self-guided.
The Skip-the-Line Guided Tour (from €63) bypasses the main queues and gives you expert commentary on every room.
The Night Fountains Show (€32) — illuminated gardens, baroque music, and fireworks on Saturday evenings, June to September.
The Bike Tour (€128) combines the Versailles market, cycling the estate, a Grand Canal picnic, and skip-the-line palace entry.
Top Versailles Tickets & Experiences
The most popular and most complete ways to visit the Palace of Versailles.
Palace of Versailles Full Access Ticket
The best-value single ticket at Versailles. Covers the main palace (Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, Royal Chapel), the formal gardens, the Trianon Estate, and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet — everything included for €32 per adult. On Musical Fountains Show days (most Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from late March to late October), the €10 garden surcharge is already included. Entry at your chosen timed slot; explore independently at your own pace.
Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Priority entry through Entrance B — bypassing queues that can reach 60–90 minutes in peak season — followed by a 90-minute expert-led tour of the palace including the Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, and Royal Chapel. Available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. After the guided section, continue independently into the gardens and Trianon Estate. From €63 per adult. The best choice for first-time visitors who want to understand what they’re looking at.
Versailles Night Fountains Show Ticket
The most spectacular evening in the Versailles calendar. Every Saturday from mid-June to mid-September, the gardens of Versailles are illuminated after dark — a 2-hour walk through lit paths, fountains running to baroque music, and the night ending with fireworks over the Grand Canal at around 10:45 pm. Not a seated performance; you explore freely through the illuminated gardens at your own pace. €32 adult, €10 children aged 6–17. On 29 August 2026, the show will feature a special Harry Potter theme for the 25th anniversary.
All Versailles Ticket & Tour Options
Every way to visit the Palace of Versailles — from budget entry to premium private experiences.
Musical Fountains Show
All 50 fountains running to baroque music across the gardens, 10 am–7 pm. Most Tuesdays (from May), every Saturday and Sunday from late March to late October. €10 surcharge — included in the Full Access Ticket.
Best for: garden lovers, weekend visitors, photography
Versailles Palace Tour with Round-Trip from Paris
Return coach transport from central Paris (62 Av. de Suffren), palace and gardens entry, and a multilingual audio app. Full-day (9.5 hrs, from €109) includes the Trianon Estate. Half-day option also available (5.5 hrs, from €84).
Best for: first-timers, families, hassle-free logistics
Versailles Palace Bike Tour
Full-day guided cycling tour from Paris — round-trip train tickets, visit to Versailles market, cycling the gardens and Grand Canal, Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, picnic stop, and skip-the-line palace entry. €128/adult. Max 14 people.
Best for: active visitors, cyclists, all-inclusive day
Private Tour of Versailles Palace by Golf Cart
3-hour private guided experience — 1 hour by 4-seater golf cart through the formal gardens, then a walking tour of the palace with your own historian guide. Priority entry, headsets, two time slots (10 am or 2:30 pm). From €412/adult.
Best for: families, seniors, couples, special occasions
Audio Guide at Versailles Palace
The free audio guide is included with all standard Versailles tickets — collected from the Dufour Pavilion. Covers the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and more in up to 13 languages. A separate children’s guide is available in English, French, and Spanish.
Best for: independent visitors, budget travellers
Renting Vehicles at Versailles Palace
Self-drive electric golf carts (€42/hr), regular bikes (from €8/30 min), electric bikes, the Little Train shuttle (€9 return to Trianon), and rowing boats on the Grand Canal (€16/30 min). Hire from the South Terrace or Petite Venise.
Best for: covering the estate independently, families
Paris Museum Pass at Versailles
The Paris Museum Pass (from €62 for 2 days) covers Versailles palace, Trianon Estate, and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet. A free timed slot must still be booked at en.chateauversailles.fr. The €10 Musical Fountains surcharge is not covered by the pass.
Best for: visitors planning multiple Paris museums
Palace of Versailles Group Tours
All group-friendly tours use priority Entrance B and include headsets for groups of 5+. Options range from meet-in-Versailles guided tours (from €63/person) to coach packages from Paris (from €84). Large parties can be split across consecutive time slots.
Best for: school groups, corporate trips, 10+ visitors
Private Guided Tour of Versailles Palace
A private historian guide for your party only — flexible itinerary, unlimited questions, completely your own pace. From ~€200–350 guide fee (entry tickets purchased separately). Priority entry. 2–3 hours typical duration. Entry tickets are separate.
Best for: couples, anniversaries, deep-interest visitors
Golf Cart & Shuttle Gardens Tour
Three motorised ways to cover the 800-hectare estate: self-drive electric golf carts (€42/person/hr, 8-language audio guide built in), the Little Train (€9 return, Château to Trianon), or the Private Golf Cart Tour with historian guide.
Best for: those wanting to cover more of the estate
Versailles for Solo Travellers
Solo is arguably the best way to visit Versailles — complete flexibility to linger wherever interests you. The Full Access Ticket (€32) + free audio guide is the ideal combination. Small-group tours (from €63) also work well solo for context and social connection.
Best for: independent travellers, photographers, historians
Paris City Card at Versailles
The Paris City Card covers Versailles entry plus unlimited public transport across zones 1–5, including the RER C to Versailles (return). From ~€99 for 2 days. Best value when combining Versailles with multiple Paris museums and public transport.
Best for: multi-museum Paris itineraries with transport
Giverny & Versailles Day Trip from Paris
Monet’s garden at Giverny and the Palace of Versailles in a single full day from Paris. The two sites are 80 km apart in opposite directions — combining both means ~2–3 hours at each. A dedicated combined guided tour handles all transport logistics.
Best for: Monet lovers wanting both landmarks in one day
Harry Potter Night Fountains Show Ticket
A one-night-only Harry Potter-themed Night Fountains Show on 29 August 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the films. Illuminated gardens, HP music and lighting, fountain choreography, and fireworks at 10:45 pm. €32 adult / €10 child. Tickets at chateauversailles-spectacles.fr.
Best for: Harry Potter fans; Versailles on a special night
Which Versailles Ticket Should I Buy?
Not sure which ticket to choose? This guide compares every Versailles ticket side by side — Full Access, Palace-Only, Guided Tour, Round-Trip Tour, Museum Pass, Golf Cart Tour, Night Show — and tells you which suits you best.
Best for: anyone unsure which option to book
Is the Palace of Versailles Worth It?
Yes — but only if you plan it right. Buy the Full Access Ticket, not the cheaper Palace-Only ticket. Arrive before 9 am. Allow a full day. Don’t skip the Trianon Estate. This guide covers the three most common regrets and how to avoid them.
Best for: anyone on the fence about whether to go
Versailles Free Entry: Who Qualifies & How
Free entry on the first Sunday of each month, November to March. Also free year-round for EU residents under 26, all visitors under 18, and visitors with disabilities. A free timed slot must still be booked in advance at en.chateauversailles.fr.
Best for: budget visitors, families, winter travel
Which Versailles Ticket Should You Choose?
A quick-reference comparison of the main ticket options. For the full breakdown, see our complete ticket comparison guide.
| Ticket | Best For | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Full Access Ticket — €32Palace + Gardens + Trianon Estate, self-guided | Most visitors — best value for a complete, independent visit | Book Now |
| Skip-the-Line Guided Tour — from €63Priority entry (Entrance B), 90-min expert palace tour, headsets | First-time visitors who want context and fastest entry | Book Now |
| Night Fountains Show — €32Illuminated gardens, baroque music, fireworks (Sat, Jun–Sep) | Summer evening visitors; those wanting the full spectacle | Book Now |
| Round-Trip Tour from Paris — from €84Coach transport + palace entry + multilingual audio app | Families and first-timers wanting logistics handled | Book Now |
| Bike Tour — €128Full day: train, market, cycling, Grand Canal, palace skip-the-line | Active visitors wanting an all-inclusive estate experience | Book Now |
| Private Golf Cart Tour — from €4123-hour private experience: 1hr golf cart gardens + palace walking tour | Couples, families, seniors, special occasions | Book Now |
| Musical Fountains Show — €10 surcharge50 fountains to baroque music, 10 am–7 pm (incl. in Full Access Ticket) | Garden enthusiasts visiting on Tue/Sat/Sun, late Mar–Oct | Book Now |
| Harry Potter Night Show — €32One-night-only HP-themed evening show, 29 August 2026 | Harry Potter fans; once-in-a-generation special event | Book Now |
How to Pick the Right Versailles Experience
A few simple ways to decide based on your priorities, travel style, and time available.
If it’s your first visit to Versailles
The stories behind the rooms transform the experience. Expert commentary on the Hall of Mirrors ceiling paintings, why the King’s daily routine was performed in public, and how Marie Antoinette hid rooms behind silk panels — these are things you’d never discover alone.
- Choose the Skip-the-Line Guided Tour for priority entry + expert commentary
- Or the Private Guided Tour for a completely personalised experience
- Either way, add time for the Trianon Estate after the guided section
If you want the best value for money
The Full Access Ticket is extremely good value — €32 covers 800 hectares of world-class heritage for a full day. The common mistake is buying the cheaper Palace-Only ticket (€21) and missing the Trianon Estate entirely.
- Always buy the Full Access Ticket, not the Palace-Only ticket
- Visit on a free Sunday (Nov–Mar) if eligible — and book your timed slot in advance
- Use the free audio guide included with your ticket from the Dufour Pavilion
If you want the full evening spectacle
The Night Fountains Show transforms Versailles entirely. The illuminated gardens, baroque music, and fireworks over the Grand Canal create an atmosphere that no daytime visit can replicate.
- Book the Night Fountains Show for Saturday evenings June–September
- Combine with a daytime Full Access Ticket for the complete Versailles day
- For 29 August 2026, book the Harry Potter themed show — one night only
If you’re visiting with the whole family
Children under 18 enter free (timed slot required). Strollers are not permitted inside the palace — bring a baby carrier. The biggest hits with children are the Grand Canal rowing boats and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, both of which need a full day.
- Book the Full Access Ticket for adults; under-18s enter free
- Consider the Round-Trip Tour from Paris to handle transport (not for under-6s)
- Read the full Versailles with Kids guide for itinerary tips
Booking Tips & Practical Information
What to know before buying your Palace of Versailles tickets.
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Plan Your Visit
Opening hours, how to reach Versailles from Paris, best time to visit, entrances, accessibility, parking, restaurants, and everything you need to know before you go.
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What to See
The Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, Royal Chapel, formal gardens, Trianon Estate, Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, Grand Canal, fountains, and every room in the palace.
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Common questions about tickets, tours, and choosing the right Versailles experience.