Step inside the Palace of Versailles with timed entry and explore its royal halls and gardens at your own pace in about 2 hours.
Getting started
Begin your visit by presenting your voucher at the main entrance. After a quick security check and ticket validation, you’re free to start your self-guided journey through the estate.
What to expect
Palace of Versailles
The Palace of Versailles stands as a landmark of French history and royal grandeur, once home to King Louis XIV. Built in the 17th century, it is renowned for its lavish interiors and meticulously landscaped gardens.
Features
Gallery of Coaches: A showcase of 18th and 19th-century royal carriages, sedan chairs, and ceremonial sleighs.
Royal Tennis Court: The site where the Tennis Court Oath sparked the French Revolution in 1789.
Temporary Exhibitions: Rotating displays featuring art, historical artifacts, and themed exhibits on Versailles’ legacy.
The Park: Expansive landscaped grounds, free to visit and ideal for a leisurely walk or picnic.
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What to bring
What’s not allowed
Baby strollers are not permitted inside the palace.
Pets are not allowed.
Infants must not sit on laps; infant seats are unavailable.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the palace. Photos without flash are permitted.
Accessibility
This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
This experience is not stroller accessible.
Access to the palace is difficult for people with limited mobility.
Additional information
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of your tour for smooth operation and respect for all participants.
For information on the Musical Fountains Show and Musical Gardens, click here.
The gardens close at 6pm from November to March and at 8:30pm. from April to October.
Children aged 0–5 may enter for free but must be included in your booking.
This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.