Discover Versailles’s 6 best spots for your trip

Once the palace of French kings, Château de Versailles now operates as a national museum spanning the Château, Trianon estate, Grand and Petit Ecurie, and extensive gardens and park. Visitors can explore royal apartments, historic collections, and the Salle du Jeu de Paume, tied to the French Revolution.

Expect large crowds, seasonal exhibitions, and expansive grounds designed for leisurely walks.

A guided tour of the Palace of Versailles starting at the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV, covering the Royal Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors with priority skip-the-line entry. After the roughly 90-minute guided portion, guests have free time to explore the palace's 2,000-acre gardens, fountains, and statues on their own.

A guided tour of the Palace of Versailles covering the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors, with priority entry to skip the general admission lines. Free time is included to explore the gardens, fountains, and grounds afterward.

A guided day tour of the Château de Versailles with skip-the-line entry, round-trip coach or train transportation from Paris, and access to the Royal Apartments, Chapel, Coronation Room, and Hall of Mirrors. An optional upgrade adds full garden access to explore the 1,800-acre grounds.

A stress-free day trip from Paris to the Château de Versailles, with return coach or train transport and skip-the-line palace entry included. Explore the ornate State Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors, then take free time in the gardens at your own pace with an audio guide.

An 8-hour tour from Paris to Versailles by train, then by bike through the palace grounds. Includes skip-the-line entry to the château, a stop at the local market to shop for a picnic, and time to explore the Trianon and Marie-Antoinette's hamlet.

Small groups, capped around 12 people, led by an English-speaking guide.