Palace of Versailles Tickets

The Palace of Versailles covers far more than the iconic château. Your visit may include the main Palace, the expansive Gardens, and the Trianon Estate.

To make the most of your day, consider how much of the 800-hectare grounds you’d like to see and whether you prefer to explore on your own or with a guide. Several ticket options are available to match your interests and schedule.

Choose between the "Passport" ticket, which allows access to the entire estate, or the "Palace Only" ticket, which focuses on the central château. Both require you to book a timed entry slot for the Palace, as numbers are limited every hour.

Key benefits:

• Skip-the-line with pre-selected time slot tickets to the Palace of Versailles
• Gain access to the Hall of Mirrors and State Apartments
• Explore the Gardens (except on Musical Fountain show days, when a separate surcharge applies)

Best for: Independent travelers wanting full access to the State Apartments and Gardens at their own pace.

Get even more out of your trip to the Palace of Versailles with a guided tour, which adds an expert-led dimension to your visit. Some tours include entry to exclusive areas like the King’s Private Apartments or the Royal Opera. With a professional guide, you can navigate the crowds more easily, hear stories from the French royal era, and gain context on everything you see.

Key benefits:

• Expert storytelling on French history and art
• Access to restricted areas not open to the public with regular tickets
• Enjoy streamlined group entry for quicker access

Best for: History lovers and first-time visitors who want a detailed look into the world of the Bourbon dynasty.

Versailles tickets are often included in larger sightseeing passes, such as the Paris Museum Pass, or bundled with other popular Paris attractions, like the Louvre. These digital passes combine multiple sites into a single ticket, making it easy to plan several days of sightseeing.

Key benefits:

• Save on Palace of Versailles ticket prices with multi-attraction combos
• Enjoy the convenience of one digital pass for all included museums and monuments

Best for: Travelers planning 3 to 5 days in Paris and wanting to maximize their sightseeing.

Skip the hassle of planning with day trip packages, which include round-trip transportation from central Paris (often by RER C train or private coach) and your entry tickets. Some packages also offer additional guided tours or meal options for a full-service day.

Key benefits:

• Get transportation and tickets in one convenient package
• Avoid the hassle of figuring out public transit or directions
• Great for stress-free planning, especially for families

Best for: Visitors who want everything organized without worrying about schedules or transfers.

Walk through the iconic 73-meter-long Hall of Mirrors, lined with 357 mirrors reflecting sunlight and the Gardens outside. This historic venue witnessed the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919.

Why it’s a must-see: The Hall of Mirrors is a symbol of royal power and one of the most famous rooms in the world.

Ticket access: Included with all standard Palace of Versailles tickets.

Explore the Gardens of Versailles, featuring geometric lawns, grand fountains, groves, and statues. Designed by André Le Nôtre, these gardens are the very image of French formal landscape architecture. On selected days, enjoy the Musical Gardens and Musical Fountains shows.

Why it’s a must-see: The gardens are as famous as the palace and provide over 800 hectares of walkways, statues, and water features.

Ticket access: Gardens access is included with a "Passport" ticket, but an extra fee applies to Musical Fountains Shows or Musical Gardens.

Visit the Trianon Estate, which includes the Grand and Petit Trianon palaces and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, her personal retreat built to resemble a village.

Why it’s a must-see: See where the queen found escape from the formal court life and enjoy her private gardens and cottages.

Ticket access: The "Passport" ticket covers the Trianon Estate and Hamlet, or you can purchase a separate Trianon ticket.

The Palace is typically closed on Mondays, but the Gardens and Park are usually open every day. Opening times may change, so always check the official website before visiting.

Palace Opening Hours:

• November 1 to March 31

• Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 17:30
• Last entry at 16:45

• April 1 to October 31

• Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 18:30
• Last entry at 17:45

• Closures

The Palace is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.

Gardens and Park Opening Hours:

• November 1 to March 31

• Open every day, from 8:00 to 18:00
• Last entry to the Park is at 17:30

• April 1 to October 31

• Open every day from 7:00 to 20:30
• Last admission at 19:00 (Gardens) and 19:45 (Park)

• By Train: Take RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche (about 10 minutes on foot from the Palace entrance)
• By Bus: RATP bus line 171 runs from Pont de Sèvres to the Palace of Versailles. Express buses are also available from the Eiffel Tower area
• Address: Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France

The Palace is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. Elevators serve major floors, and staff can assist where needed.

Electric vehicles are available (for a fee) to help you navigate the Gardens. Non-motorized wheelchairs can also be borrowed free of charge for your visit. Guide dogs are permitted with valid proof.

• Security: All visitors must undergo France’s ‘Vigipirate’ security checks. Please allow extra time.
• Prohibited Items: Large luggage, sharp objects, or strollers are not allowed inside the Palace, and must be checked at the cloakroom.
• Dress Code: Wear comfortable shoes. There is a lot of walking, and many paths are cobblestone.

Yes. Tickets are required for entry to the Palace, the Trianon Estate, and the Gardens on show days. The Park and most exterior areas are free to access daily. Timed entry reservations for the Palace are mandatory and help control crowd size.

To visit the Hall of Mirrors, State Apartments, or other interior areas, you must book Palace of Versailles tickets in advance.

The best way to secure your tickets is online, either through official online portals or trusted providers. Booking online in advance lets you choose a specific time slot and avoid the ticket office line, which can be over two hours long.

For convenience, you can search for "Palace of Versailles tickets how to buy" to find digital tickets with instant confirmation. Mobile tickets are accepted at the entrance.

Ticket prices depend on the type of ticket and the age of the visitor. The standard "Passport" ticket (which includes access to the Palace, Gardens, and Estate of Trianon) typically costs around €21 to €30 per adult. Please note prices are subject to change.

Discounted rates are available for certain age groups and EU residents under 26. Children under 18 and EU residents aged 18-25 may be eligible for free or reduced-price entry, but you must still reserve a ticket online in advance.

"Palace of Versailles skip-the-line tickets" use a timed-entry system. You choose your entry time during booking and use the dedicated entrance at that hour. This process lets you avoid the standing queue and guarantees access at your chosen slot, making your visit more efficient and less stressful.

Garden access is included in most Versailles tickets, except on Musical Fountain show days or during Musical Gardens events, when a separate ticket or "Passport" is required.

If you only want to visit the gardens on an event day, you can buy standalone Versailles Gardens tickets. Check the official Versailles schedule before you book to see if a special event is planned.

Yes, the Palace (including the main château and Trianon Estate) is closed every Monday. However, the Gardens and Park are open daily. Plan your visit for Tuesday through Sunday to ensure access to all main attractions.

A full visit, including the Palace, Gardens, and Trianon Estate, takes about 5 to 6 hours. To see everything at a comfortable pace, plan to spend most of the day.

Shorter visits are possible, but you may not have time to see both the interiors and the more remote areas like Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet.

EU residents under 26 and children under 18 can enter for free, but must still book a timed entry slot online. The Palace also offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month from November to March.

The Gardens and Park are generally free, except during Musical Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens days, when a ticket is required.

No, you don’t need to print your tickets. Digital tickets on your smartphone are accepted at the entrance. Simply present your email confirmation or PDF at the access point for quick scanning.

The best times to visit are early morning, right when the palace opens, or mid-week to avoid peak crowds. Late afternoons can also be quieter, especially in low season.

Booking the first available time slot ensures a more comfortable visit, especially in busy areas like the Hall of Mirrors. Tuesdays and weekends tend to be the most crowded, so arrive as soon as the Palace opens for the best experience.