The Palace of Versailles, with its majestic gardens and historic halls, is one of the architectural wonders of France. In this article, I will guide you through the different ticket options available and provide you with all the information you need to best organize your visit.
Before we begin, a brief preamble: booking tickets online is strongly recommended to guarantee you access at your desired time and to avoid long lines at the ticket office.
If you are short on time, the most popular option is the Reggia entrance ticket, which gives you access to the Palace and the park. Alternatively, find the “Passport” option, which also grants you access to the gardens and the Trianon Estate.
For a full immersion, consider booking a guided tour to discover the history and architecture of this site or a combination package that includes other Paris attractions.
Now, let’s discover together all the types of tickets for the Palace of Versailles!
Table of Contents
- 1 Palace of Versailles tickets: description and prices
- 2 Fountains and Musical Gardens show tickets
- 3 Guided tours
- 4 Day trips from Paris
- 5 Paris City Card: Paris and Versailles package
- 6 Useful visiting information: schedule, whereabouts and more
- 7 Palace of Versailles: frequently asked questions
- 8 Contact
- 9 Conclusions
Palace of Versailles tickets: description and prices
The Palace of Versailles offers a variety of tickets to meet the needs of every visitor. Before exploring all the products in detail, below is a summary with all the options and a simple explanation of what is included:
| Ticket | Entrance Ticket | Entrance Ticket + Gardens + Trianon (Passport) | Trianon Estate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palace of Versailles | X | X | |
| Trianon Estate | X | X | |
| Garden | X* | X | X* |
| Musical Fountains Show (Garden) | X | ||
| Musical Gardens (Garden) | X | ||
| Park | X | X | X |
| Carriage Museum | X | X | X |
| Price | 21€ | 32€ | 12€ |
Palace of Versailles: entrance fee
The entrance ticket for the Palace of Versailles costs 21€ and offers you a unique and unforgettable experience. This ticket allows you to enter the Palace and explore the rooms of the elegant 17th-century palace and admire a wide variety of 18th-century French furniture in excellent condition.
However, this ticket does not include a visit to the gardens and the Trianon estate, which are available instead in the Passport ticket, which we will see in the next section.
The ticket includes:
- Timed admission to the Palace of Versailles
- Access to the Carriage Gallery (on weekends)
- Access to the Park
- Access to the Gardens (November through February, when there are NO musical fountain or musical garden shows).
Ticket does not include:
- Night fountain show
- Access to the Gardens (April to October, when there are musical fountain shows or musical gardens).
- Access to the Trianon Estate
After purchasing your ticket, you will receive an electronic ticket on your smartphone that you must show at the entrance. Be sure to arrive early: late arrivals will not be admitted beyond 30 minutes after the selected time slot.
Palace of Versailles: Passport ticket
The Passport ticket(Palace of Versailles, Gardens and Trianon Estate) costs €32 and is the perfect option for those who wish to immerse themselves in 17th-century history and art. This ticket offers full access to all areas of the Sun King’s estate.
Compared to the simple ticket, during the visit you will be able to explore the Trianon Estate with the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon. You will also be able to stroll through Marie Antoinette’s private compound, the rustic Village of the Queen, inspired by a real French village.
Given the excellent value for money, the Passport ticket is the best-selling ticket ever.
The ticket includes:
- Timed entry to the Palace of Versailles
- Access to the Gardens
- Access to the Trianon Estate
- Access to the Carriage Gallery (on weekends)
- Access to the Park
Ticket does not include:
- Night fountain show
Admission ticket: Trianon Estate, Marie Antoinette’s Village and Trianon Palaces
The entrance ticket to the Trianon Estate, Marie Antoinette’s Village and Trianon Palaces costs €12 and is a good option for those who may have already visited the Palace of Versailles.
In fact, this ticket does not include admission to the Palace of Versailles, but only to the attractions described above.
The ticket includes:
- Access to the Trianon Estate
- Temporary exhibitions in the Grand Trianon
- Access to the Carriage Gallery (on weekends)
- Access to the Park
- Access to the Gardens (November to February, when there are NO musical fountains or musical gardens shows).
Ticket does not include:
- Entrance to the Palace of Versailles
- Night fountain show
- Access to the Gardens (April to October, when there are musical fountain shows or musical gardens).
Fountains and Musical Gardens show tickets
If you are planning a visit to Versailles, one of the most magical and unmissable moments is definitely the experience of the Musical Gardens and Musical Fountains shows. Before we go any further, let me explain how these extraordinary events work.
The gardens of the Palace of Versailles, located in the Park area in front of the palace, are home to a wide range of ponds, ponds and fountains. During the peak season, which runs from late March to late October, these are enlivened with musical installations and spectacular water features. The musical installations, which create a unique and enchanting atmosphere, are active every day of the week while the water shows of the fountains take place only on weekends.
So if you visit Versailles between March and October, you can enjoy the Musical Gardens from Tuesday to Friday, while on Saturday and Sunday the gardens are transformed to offer the Musical Fountains show. A sensory experience that combines art, nature and music, making your visit to the palace even more memorable.
The ticket for the fountain show and the ticket for the musical gardens is included in the Passport Ticket.
Ticket for the night fountain show
The ticket for the night fountains show at the Palace of Versailles offers a truly unique experience. This ticket will give you access to a breathtaking show that takes place in the evening in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles.
The fountains dance to the rhythm of music, creating a truly magical atmosphere. And to make the experience even more unforgettable, the show ends with a fantastic fireworks display.
However, remember that access to the Palace of Versailles is not included in the ticket. So if you want to visit the palace before or after the show, you will have to buy a separate ticket.
Guided tours
The best way to fully explore the Palace of Versailles is with a guided tour: whether for enthusiasts or the curious, an expert guide will introduce you to all the secrets of the Sun King’s Palace. In addition, you will be able to access the different areas of the Palace by skipping the queue at the ticket office!
For the guided tour, there is usually a meeting point at the main entrance (in front of the Palace). However, different packages may have different meeting points and by proceeding with the purchase you will find all the details.
Below you will find all the possible guided tours, let’s go!
Versailles: Guided tour with priority entrance + Gardens and Estate
Duration: 1h 30min
What is included:
- Priority admission to the Palace of Versailles
- Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
- Access to the gardens
- Access to the Trianon estate
- Earphones to better listen to the guide
Languages: French, English, Italian, Spanish
Palace of Versailles: Priority entrance ticket + Guided tour
Duration: 1h 30min
What is included:
- Priority admission to the Palace of Versailles
- Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
Languages: Chinese, French, English, Italian, Spanish
Palace of Versailles: Skip the line and visit the king’s apartments exclusively
Duration: 1h 30min
What is included:
- Skip-the-line admission to the Palace of Versailles
- Access to the King’s Private Apartments with official Versailles Guide
- Exclusive access to the Royal Opera or Royal Chapel (if available)
- Access to the State Apartments after the guided tour
Languages: French, English
Day trips from Paris
If you are interested in arranging a day trip there are numerous organized trips from Paris.
For day trips there are several options that last from 4 hours to 7 hours with varying modes. The times also depend on the type of visit to the Palace included in the package.
These tours always include transportation by air-conditioned bus or coach (round trip, of course) and other services depending on the type of tour, e.g., tour guide on the vehicle, audio guide with device and headphones, map, and others.
The price for the tour ranges from 35€ to 165€.
If you had time I recommend the option that includes Giverny, to visit Claude Monet’s House and Gardens, that is, the place where the famous impressionist painter lived and worked
Click here to see all available options.
Paris City Card: Paris and Versailles package
For a cost starting at 60€, the Paris and Versailles Package is the most comprehensive and advantageous option for discovering the treasures of the French capital and the Palace of Versailles. Whether you are planning a stay of a few days or a longer stay in Paris this option is definitely recommended!
The ticket includes the following attractions that you can customize while purchasing the package:
- Palace of Versailles: including the gardens and the Trianon Estate.
- Louvre Museum: You’ll enjoy the Louvre’s collection, from Mesopotamian, Egyptian and Greek antiquities to masterpieces by artists such as Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.
- Seine River Cruise: You can explore the city of love with a romantic river cruise, organized by Bateaux Mouches!
Useful visiting information: schedule, whereabouts and more
Where it is located and how to get there
The Palace of Versailles is located at Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
The Palace of Versailles, 20 km from Paris, is easily accessible by RER C or SNCF train , bicycle or car.
Opening hours
High season (April 1-October 31):
- Palace: Open daily except Monday and May 1, 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (last admission 6:00 p.m.).
- Trianon Estate: Open daily except Monday and May 1, 12:00-6:30 p.m. (last admission 6:00 p.m.). From July 2 to September 8, open at 10:00 a.m.
- Carriage Gallery and Sculpture Gallery: Open weekends and holidays only, 12:30-6:30 pm. Carriage Gallery open Tuesday through Sunday (July 1-Aug. 31) from 9 a.m.
- Gardens and Park: Open daily, Gardens 8am-8:30pm, Park 7am-8:30pm. Early closures on specific dates.
Low season (November 1-March 31):
- Palace: Open daily except Monday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (last admission 5 p.m.). Closed December 25 and January 1.
- Trianon Estate: Open every day except Monday, 12:00-5:30 pm. Same closing days as the Palace.
- Carriage Gallery: Open Saturday and Sunday, 12:30-5:30 pm. Closed for holidays.
- Gardens and Park: Open daily, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Access regulations and tips for visiting
Free tickets and admission
On the first Sunday of the month, November through March, admission is free for all.
Admission is free for children under the age of 18, residents of the European Union under the age of 26, people with disabilities and a companion, and certain categories of teachers by presenting a professional ID.
On the days of the Great Waters and Musical Gardens shows, admission to the gardens is charged, except for children under 6 years old.
Security checks
Every visitor is required to pass the scheduled security checks. Long waits may occur at peak times, to be spent outdoors and without shelter. It is strongly recommended that visitors consult the weather forecast in advance and wear appropriate clothing.
I also remind you that due to the anti-terrorism security plan, visitors with large luggage (larger than 55x35x20 cm) are not allowed in the domain.
Audioguide
The audio guide is provided free of charge to all visitors and available in 12 languages. It can be picked up at the distribution desk at the entrance (every day except Monday).
Accessibility
Accessibility measures have been put in place to facilitate the visit for visitors with disabilities.
Transportation and parking
There are three train stations in Versailles: Versailles Château Rive Gauche, Versailles Rive Droite, and the Yards station.
Parking is available at the Place d’Armes. Several bicycle parking lots are also available.
Interactive Map
Check out the interactive map (English, French, and Spanish only) to locate places to visit and available services (restaurants, restrooms, access, etc.).
Palace of Versailles: frequently asked questions
You can buy tickets to the Palace of Versailles online or directly on site. If you plan to compare them at the ticket office, keep in mind that you may have to wait in line, especially during peak season.
Ticket prices vary depending on the type of visit. A standard ticket for the Palace and Gardens costs about 20 euros. However, the most popular option is a combined “Passport” ticket that also includes other attractions such as the Trianon and the Domaine de Marie-Antoinette.
Admission is free for children under 18, EU residents under 26, and everyone on the first Sunday of the month from November to March. In addition, admission is free for people with disabilities and their companion.
The length of the visit depends on what you want to see. A full visit that includes the Palace, Gardens, Trianon, and Domaine de Marie-Antoinette can take a full day. If you focus only on the Palace and Gardens, you may take about 3-4 hours.
Contact
- Chateau de Versailles
- Address: Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
- Phone: +33 1 30 83 78 00
Conclusions
Visit the Palace of Versailles and be enchanted by its history, art and beauty. Plan your visit carefully and choose the ticket option that best suits your needs.
To conclude, I leave you below with other recommended experiences enjoyed by those who have visited Versailles. Enjoy your visit!
