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Palace of Versailles: Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry
Skip the queues and explore the Palace of Versailles with a Certified Guide. Discover the Hall of Mirrors, Royal Apartments, and magnificent gardens…
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Versailles & royal Paris tours
Royal and imperial Paris with a licensed guide: skip the line at the Palace of Versailles, then visit Les Invalides and Napoleon's tomb on a private tour.
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Royal & imperial Paris
Versailles, the Invalides and Napoleon's tomb.
Skip-the-lineParis Invalides and Napoleon Tomb Private Skip the Line Tour
Skip the lines and explore the Hôtel des Invalides with your own private, licensed guide. Discover Napoleon's monumental tomb beneath the golden…
Versailles and royal Paris, with a guide
The Palace of Versailles was the seat of the French court from Louis XIV until the Revolution, and Les Invalides keeps the tomb of Napoleon beneath its golden dome. Both are vast, and it is the stories of the kings, the courtiers and the emperor that bring them to life.
Skip the queues at Versailles with a certified guide through the Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Apartments, or book a private tour of Les Invalides and Napoleon's tomb with your own guide.
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Versailles & royal Paris tours: your questions
How much does a Versailles & royal Paris tour cost?
Prices start at €89 per adult and go up to €119, depending on the tour: Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour from €89 and Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb Private Guided Tour from €119. You see the exact price for your date and group before you pay.
How long do Versailles & royal Paris tours last?
Between 2 hours and 3 hours: Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb Private Guided Tour takes 2 hours and Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour takes 3 hours.
How many people are in a group?
Groups are limited to 19 guests, so you can see, hear and ask questions. Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb Private Guided Tour is a private tour: just your party and your own guide.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Every tour can be cancelled free of charge up to 7 days before it starts. Payment is made securely online when you book.
Are the guides licensed?
Yes. Every tour is led by a licensed professional guide, in English unless the tour page says otherwise.
Not sure which tour to choose?
Tell us what you love — art, history, food or hidden corners — and how much time you have. We'll suggest the right experience, or a private one built around you.
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