What to do and see in Yvelines, Ile-de-France: The Best Walking Tours

Experience an unforgettable day at Versailles as you follow in the footsteps of the kings and queens of France. Your private guide will know how to keep the attention of your entire family, including your children. During the morning, you will discover the Palace of Versailles, which is among the most famous palace in France and the most beautiful achievement of the 17th century. In the afternoon, you will be able to explore the gardens aboard the Little Train. Then, you will visit with your guide the intimate spaces of Estate of Trianon where Marie Antoinette took refuge from the court life. Designed for more intimate moments, this royal estate contains architectural gems and magnificent gardens. This visit can be customized to your need and it will allow you to discover the whole Estate of Versailles. Don’t leave Paris without taking a day trip to Versailles!

Inclusions: Professional private guide, Skip-the-line entrance, Little train ticket, Admission to the whole Estate

Exclusions: Lunch ( Contact the local agency to book a restaurant, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meet your guide in Versailles at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of the Sun King, Louis the 14th. After been welcome by your guide you will be taken on a guided inside visit of the Royal Apartments. You will walk through the palace and learn its history, including the fact that it was home to three of France’s most illustrious Kings for over 100 years. Following your interior visit of the Palace and after having said bye to your guide, you will have the opportunity spend some free time in the gardens, a 2,000-acre (809-hectare) park filled with fountains, statues, and classic formal garden landscaping You will even get the chance to see the Musical Gardens show if visiting Versailles on a Tuesday or a Friday or the Musical Fountains Show if taking the tour on a Saturday or a Sunday. (BUT Remember! Tickets to the Gardens are not included in the tour. You must expect to pay to get access to the Musical Gardens Show or Musical Fountains Show)

Inclusions: Guided Tour of the Castle by a Local Professional Guide, Entrance to the Palace with Priority Access

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Versailles, Food and Drinks, Gratuities, Garden tickets during Musical and Fountain Shows (From April Through October)

Our Royals of Versailles tour will allow you to walk in the footsteps of the last French monarchy, as you explore the private chambers, magnificent gardens, and private palaces of the Dieudonné family. Discover Marie Antoinette's secret sanctuary, and see inside King Louis' magical Hall of Mirrors. Learn how this notorious family ushered in the French revolution, and why the glamor surrounding them lives on today.

Inclusions: Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Skip-the-Line Passport Estate Ticket, Multilingual Private Guide, Small Group Entrance Ticket - Exclusive Petit Appartement du Roi

Exclusions: Private Transfer (Available Upon Request)

Treat yourself to an afternoon excursion to Marie Antoinette’s personal domain, tucked away in the beautiful gardens of the Palace of Versailles. During this three-hour tour you’ll visit the Petit Trianon, an exquisite private palace set in a luxuriant garden where Marie Antoinette spent much of her time.  You won’t want to miss her private theatre, known as ‘the jewel of Versailles’. You’ll also wander through the queen’s hamlet, a Normandy village featuring a vineyard, a dairy, and a vegetable farm, all built especially for her to simulate the healthy simplicity of country life.

Inclusions: Guided visit of the Petit Trianon, Marie-Antoinette’s private mansion, Guided visit of Marie-Antoinette’s gardens and private hamlet, Peek into her personal theatre, known as the ‘jewel of Versailles, Ride on the 'Petit Train' to and from the Petit Trianon, Expert, English speaking guides, Small groups limited to 20 people or fewer, Headsets when appropriate so you can always hear your guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Join us for a full day visit to the spectacular Chateau of Versailles, the most prestigious and famous royal palace in Europe. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors as Kings, Queens and courtiers used to. Explore the lavish state apartments and magnificent gardens, and learn how the glory of the Sun King shone throughout the world. Visit the beautiful gardens, once home to lavish balls and parties. Then experience Versailles as few do, and continue your tour to visit the private domain of Marie Antoinette. On this guided afternoon tour you will discover the exquisite Petit Trianon, her private mansion set in beautiful gardens. See the jewel of Versailles, the tiny theatre built specially for her, and end your visit at her picturesque Normandy village, complete with vineyard, farm and vegetable gardens. Including a visit to the hidden estate of Marie Antoinette is the only way to fully understand the history of Versailles.

Inclusions: Full day guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles and the Domain of Marie-Antoinette including the Petit Trianon and hamlet, Musical gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Expert, fully accredited local guides, Ride on the Petit Train to and from the Petit Trianon, Round-trip RER transfer from central Paris, Three course lunch with wine (if option selected)

Exclusions: Hotel pick up/drop off, Gratuities, Lunch (unless option selected)

Enjoy a visit to the spectacular Palace of Versailles. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors, see the State Apartments and stroll through the manicured gardens with an expert local guide to bring the Palace and its royal inhabitants back to life. For your convenience this tour starts in Versailles.

Inclusions: Fully guided tour of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles, Guided visit of the Musical Gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Fully accredited English speaking guide, Headsets so you can always hear your guide, Limited groups of 20 people or fewer

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup/drop off, Transportation to/from Versailles

The gardens to the west of the Palace of Versailles are unparalleled. On this self guided audio tour, you can meditate in the embrace of 200,000 trees, admire the artistry of 221 sculptures and marvel at the spectacle of 55 fountains shooting water as high as seven meters into the air. But this tour is more than just a pleasant stroll. By the end of it, you’ll be looking at the park in a totally different way. Our focus is on the hidden messages left by King Louis XIV. They’re lost to average visitors today, 300 years after their creation, but I’ll reveal them to you. The Sun King, as he was known, left absolutely nothing to chance in the gardens, and the details told a story that his subjects understood loud and clear. If you are intrigued by history, mythology, numerology, hydrography, meteorology or astronomy this is a tour for you!

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food/Drink

-We are amongst the few licensed to guide you inside the Château not abandon you with an audio. We mic up so you don't miss a thing! -We visit: the Château, Royal Gardens, Fountains, Marie Antoinette's Hamlet -We are local to Versailles, it is our home town! -See more with ease by bike and access places the crowds do not.

Inclusions: Guide Conférencier (State Registered Professional Licensed Guide, able to skip lines & guide inside monuments), Small Group Personal Tour (We limit our group sizes), Bikes (Comfortable Quality Bikes,, Vintage Look, Modern Spec) Helmets & Child seats available upon request (no charge), Wine & Cheese Tasting, Wet weather jackets & good humor, if the worst were to happen!, Earpiece to hear your guide inside the Château. , Skip the Line Entry & All Versailles Access

Exclusions: Food & Drink

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Skip the long queues to Palace Versailles, most famous palace • Follow in the footsteps of famous French monarchs, including the legendary "Sun King" • Wander in the French Gardens of the chateau's grounds with a professional guide - Skip the long lines to access one of the world’s most famous palaces. With this guided tour explore the legendary Palace of Versailles and its gardens. You’ll see magnificent architectures, arts, exquisite rooms and dazzling hall of mirrors and fountains in this endless garden of Versailles in the two hours guided tour.

Inclusions: Official certified guide and Radio system to hear the guide, Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Palace of Versailles, Access to the gardens (Not Marie Antoinette’s Estate)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions, Tickets and Reservations to Ticket for the Fountain Show or Musical Fountain Show, Ticket to Marie Antoinette's Estate, Headphones will not be provided due to COVID-19 (We recommend to bring your own headphones)

Experience the Magnificent Versailles Palace & Gardens on a small group tour from Paris.This small group trip to Versailles ensures a more intimate journey back in time ( maxi. 8 pax per vehicule) You'll also be able to wander around the garden's groves and pools.On Saturday or Sunday during April to October, you can see the famous fountain show in the gardens. The display is accompanied by music composed at the time of Louis XIV's court.

Inclusions: Full Day Tour includes 3 Course Lunch at Versailles with drinks, All day tour includes access to the Trianon , Queen's Domain , the Palace & the gardens, Service of an experienced driver guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Foutain show when operating during summer

Exclusions: Gratuities