Versailles with Audioguide - Half day tour
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Price per person
FromUSD $119
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is made up to 48 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 48 hours will incur a 100% service charge. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
Description
UNESCO World Heritage site, the Palace of Versailles was the residence of the Kings of France Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI SINCE 1682 until the French Revolution in 1789. Your audio guide commentary gives you the perfect opportunity to visit the majestic Palace of Versailles at your own pace. Admire its Baroque architecture, sumptuous decoration, works of art, and the furniture created by some of history's greatest artisans. After your tour, enjoy a stroll through the palace's gardens.
Stretching for more than 721,000 square feet, the Palace of Versailles consists of over 700 rooms. Your audio guide will help you find your way during your visit, tell you about the history of the palace, and immerse you in its special atmosphere. Visit the palace's most beautiful rooms: the King's Grand Apartment, with seven salons each dedicated to a different god (Apollo, Mars, Mercy, Venus, etc.), and the Queen's Grand Apartment, laid out in a mirror image of those of the king, including the Coronation Room and the Queen's Bedroom, once occupied by Queen Marie Antoinette. Spend time marveling at the spectacular Hall of Mirrors, a unique room in which guests were received and impressed, designed by the famous architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Almost 240 feet-long, it was designed to astonish the Sun King's (Louis XIV) visitors and is lit by 17 windows and 350 mirrors. It also offers breathtaking views of the palace's beautiful gardens.
In 1661, Louis XIV commissioned the gardener André Le Nôtre to lay out the grounds and gardens, something that was just as important as the construction of the palace itself as far as the king was concerned. Spend time exploring the Palace of Versailles gardens and admire the many artworks they contain (more than 200 statues), fountains, ponds, flower beds and woodland. During the Summer months, a range of activities are organized, such as the Grandes Eaux, WHENEVER the many fountains are made to dance to music.
Stretching for more than 721,000 square feet, the Palace of Versailles consists of over 700 rooms. Your audio guide will help you find your way during your visit, tell you about the history of the palace, and immerse you in its special atmosphere. Visit the palace's most beautiful rooms: the King's Grand Apartment, with seven salons each dedicated to a different god (Apollo, Mars, Mercy, Venus, etc.), and the Queen's Grand Apartment, laid out in a mirror image of those of the king, including the Coronation Room and the Queen's Bedroom, once occupied by Queen Marie Antoinette. Spend time marveling at the spectacular Hall of Mirrors, a unique room in which guests were received and impressed, designed by the famous architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Almost 240 feet-long, it was designed to astonish the Sun King's (Louis XIV) visitors and is lit by 17 windows and 350 mirrors. It also offers breathtaking views of the palace's beautiful gardens.
In 1661, Louis XIV commissioned the gardener André Le Nôtre to lay out the grounds and gardens, something that was just as important as the construction of the palace itself as far as the king was concerned. Spend time exploring the Palace of Versailles gardens and admire the many artworks they contain (more than 200 statues), fountains, ponds, flower beds and woodland. During the Summer months, a range of activities are organized, such as the Grandes Eaux, WHENEVER the many fountains are made to dance to music.
Reviews
4.8
based on 40 reviews
Total opinions and ratings from PlanTrip
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Ratings by service
Guide
4.7
Value for money
4.5
Organization
4.8
Maximilian T.
Dusseldorf, DEAs a couple
5.0/5
Worth far more than what it costs. I did not expect entrance to the gardens, every day to be included, a nice bonus. For what is included, the price is more than fair. Paris alone makes the trip worthwhile.
Guide5.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0
6 people found this helpful
Ignacio J.
Bahia Blanca, ARAs a couple
5.0/5
Volvería a hacerlo
Se pasó volando y nos quedamos con ganas de más. Recomiendo hacerlo temprano, hay menos gente y mejor luz. Todo el trámite fue digital, no tuvimos que imprimir nada. Muy bueno que incluyera transporte en autobús de lujo climatizado. Cinco estrellas bien merecidas.
Guide5.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0
8 people found this helpful
Leandro R.
La Plata, ARIn a group
4.0/5
Cumple con lo que ofrece. La explicación en Palace of Versailles nos dejó pensando. Salió todo en horario, sin sobresaltos. El precio es honesto para lo que se recibe. Ideal para tener un panorama general y después volver a lo que más te gustó. Algunas paradas necesitan más sombra para esperar. Nada grave, pero vale saberlo antes de reservar.
Guide5.0Value for money5.0Organization4.0
Andres T.
Barranquilla, COAs a couple
4.0/5
Nos pareció correcto y bien organizado. El chofer estaba esperando con el cartel a la salida, cero espera. El chofer nos fue contando qué era cada cosa hasta Grandes Apartamentos Reais. El auto era más chico de lo que imaginaba para tanto equipaje.
Guide4.0Value for money3.0Organization4.0
11 people found this helpful
Thomas U.
Glasgow, GBWith friends
5.0/5
Excellent
Exactly what we were looking for. We would never have made it to Palacio de Versalles on our own. A really practical way to get your bearings on day one. Easily one of the best things we did.
Guide4.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0
Pablo Q.
Bahia Blanca, ARWith family
5.0/5
Repetiría sin dudar
Lo volvería a hacer sin dudarlo. El ritmo era cómodo, ni corriendo ni aburrido. Nunca hubiéramos llegado a Castelo de Versalhes por nuestra cuenta. Audioguide nos voló la cabeza, no esperábamos algo así. Por el precio que pagamos, la verdad que rinde muchísimo.
Guide5.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0
Highlights
- Enjoy a half-day excursion to the Palace of Versailles by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Ticket for the Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Apartments
- Self-guided tour with an audio guide
- Explore the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre at your own pace
Important
- Please note that the tour does NOT include pick up at your hotel.
- Please check-in 30 minutes prior to the start of the activity with your ID and reservation number from the supplier.
- Important: Opening of the Queen's Grand Apartments.
- Priority access to the Palace of Versailles.
- It is strongly recommended to bring headphones and not to wear stiletto heels (parquet in the rooms and large cobblestones in the courtyard).
- Baby strollers are forbidden in the palace.
- Access to the palace is difficult for people with reduced mobility.
- Photos without flash are allowed inside the palace.
- Avoid visits on Tuesday mornings: high demand.
- Please check-in 30 minutes prior to the start of the activity with your ID and reservation number from the supplier.
- Important: Opening of the Queen's Grand Apartments.
- Priority access to the Palace of Versailles.
- It is strongly recommended to bring headphones and not to wear stiletto heels (parquet in the rooms and large cobblestones in the courtyard).
- Baby strollers are forbidden in the palace.
- Access to the palace is difficult for people with reduced mobility.
- Photos without flash are allowed inside the palace.
- Avoid visits on Tuesday mornings: high demand.
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is made up to 48 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 48 hours will incur a 100% service charge. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
