Day Trips

From Paris: Palace of Versailles & Giverny Gardens Guided Tour

Name: From Paris: Palace of Versailles & Giverny Gardens Guided Tour
Start: 2025-10-05T08:00:00
End: 2025-10-05T18:00:00
Location: Paris

Hall of Mirrors in Versailles Palace with chandeliers and ornate decor.

Musical fountain at the Palace of Versailles with sculptures and visitors in the background.

Visitors exploring Giverny Garden with a guide pointing out features.

Giverny Gardens with vibrant flowers and ivy-covered house, part of Versailles Palace & Giverny tour.

Duration

9 hr - 10 hr

Open today

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

Transfers included

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.4/5

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Sofia

Jul 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

I gotta say, this tour was just what I needed after a week of Paris crowds! My partner and I went in with low expectations (honestly, thought it would be wayyyy too touristy), but the garden at Giverny is ridiculously pretty—like, movie set pretty. There were a ton of people but our guide (can’t remember her name but she was funny!) zipped us through the chaos and made sure we didn’t lose anyone. Versailles was, well, totally grand, but the inside felt suuuper packed. The best part for me was the little lunch spot—old mill, birds everywhere, and homemade apple tart that I’m still thinking about. We were a bit wiped by the end, but so worth it. PRO TIP: bring water and comfy shoes, it’s a looong day.

Marta

Jun 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

If you’re into gardens AT ALL, you gotta go! Went with my mom and sis in late June. Our guide, Luc, was patient with us stopping for a million flower pics (and yes, you really can’t take pics inside Monet’s house—just outside, fyi). Weather was sunny, so the colors were unreal. Lunch at the mill was totally chill, not fancy but reeeally good bread. Versailles was busy (like, shoulder to shoulder at some points) but still worth it for the crazy gold and mirrors. We got a bit lost in the gardens but stumbled on a bunch of ducks so that was hilarious. Def bring sunscreen and comfy shoes.

Marta

Jun 2025

Verified Partner Review

4/5

Went with my mum (she loves Monet) and the gardens did NOT disappoint. The colors were wild, like real-life painting vibes. The house itself is cool but sooo crowded, felt like we shuffled through a queue the whole time. Versailles = super impressive but honestly I was ready to sit after that. Our guide was energetic and patient, even when some folks kept wandering off. Coach was comfy, AC worked which was a lifesaver. Only downside—wish we got more free time at Giverny, it felt rushed. Still, nice way to pack a lot in if you’re short on days.

Board an AC coach from Paris, for a guided tour of Giverny Gardens & the Palace of Versailles.

Giverny Gardens was the primary source of inspiration for Monet's artworks, especially his popular Water Lilies series.

Enjoy full access to the Versailles Palace, including the royal's private retreats at the Trianon Estate and the mesmerizing fountain/musical shows in the Gardens, from April to October.

Choose between a small-group guided tour (of 8 or less) for an intimate experience or a sizable group (of 20 or less), which are budget-friendly.

Option for lunch upgrade is included with both group sizes.

Full-day tour of Giverny Gardens & Versailles Palace

Roundtrip transfers in an AC coach from Paris

Expert-English speaking guide

Priority access to Monet's house & gardens

3-course lunch, drinks included (as per the option selected) (check menu here)

Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens

Access to the gardens with the Fountain or Musical show (Apr to Oct only) (as per the option selected)

Small group of 8/15 (as per the option selected)

Guided tour inside Monet's house

TOTAL DURATION9 hours - 10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
FIRST DEPARTUREFondation Claude Monet
LAST DEPARTUREFondation Claude Monet
Start point
Central Paris
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75 min by A/C Bus
1. Fondation Claude Monet
Tickets included
2 attractions
Highlights
Clos Normand
Get direction
Tickets included
House of Claude Monet
Get direction
Tickets included
90 min
2. Claude Monet's Tomb
Tickets included
3. Giverny Village
60 min by A/C Bus
64 km
4. Palace of Versailles
Tickets included
5. Versailles Gardens
Tickets included
75 min by A/C Bus
End point
Central Paris
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Evelyn
Jul 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Went with my mom and little bro. The bus was super comfy, and the AC was a total lifesaver since it was suuuper hot out. Giverny was honestly like walking into a painting, flowers EVERYWHERE. Versailles was packed (guess that's normal), but our guide, Jerome, kept us moving and gave us cool facts. Lunch at the old mill = wow, so French, even if my bro hated the cheese. Would recommend, but wear sneakers, so much walking!
Sofia
Jul 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Went on this tour with my mum and we LOVED it. The guide was super friendly, told us random Monet facts I’d never heard before (did you know he was obsessed with water lilies??). Monet’s garden was like walking through a painting, honestly, but sooo many people – we kept bumping into elbows, lol. Versailles was HOT but beautiful (bring water, trust me). I’d do it again just for the garden vibes and the little bakery we stopped by for pastries on the way back. Totally worth the early wake-up.
Martin
Jul 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Great tour for seeing a lot in one day. Guide was friendly, bus was comfy, and lunch was decent. Only negative—crowds everywhere.
Greta
Jul 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Giverny is a dream, just like Monet’s paintings. Versailles is… a palace. Our guide was funny and kept us moving. Only complaint is the group was maybe too big, so hard to ask questions sometimes. Wear good shoes, lots of walking!
Sofia
Jul 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
I gotta say, this tour was just what I needed after a week of Paris crowds! My partner and I went in with low expectations (honestly, thought it would be wayyyy too touristy), but the garden at Giverny is ridiculously pretty—like, movie set pretty. There were a ton of people but our guide (can’t remember her name but she was funny!) zipped us through the chaos and made sure we didn’t lose anyone. Versailles was, well, totally grand, but the inside felt suuuper packed. The best part for me was the little lunch spot—old mill, birds everywhere, and homemade apple tart that I’m still thinking about. We were a bit wiped by the end, but so worth it. PRO TIP: bring water and comfy shoes, it’s a looong day.

Palace of Versailles

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm
Thursday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm
Friday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm
Saturday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm
Sunday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 05:45pm

Monet’s House & Garden

Monday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Tuesday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Wednesday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Thursday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Friday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Saturday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm
Sunday	09:30am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:30pm

What's not allowed

Versailles Palace:

Animals in the palace, gardens, and Trianon Estate.

Weapons and sharp objects.

Accessibility

Versailles Palace:

Guide dogs are allowed upon presentation of proof.

Toilet facilities around the palace.

Restaurants are accessible.

Additional information

Giverny Gardens:

Inside Monet’s house, guided tours are not permitted due to the lack of space; explore on your own.

Versailles Palace:

From July 2 to September 8, early opening at 10am.

You may experience some waiting time at the security check at the entrance of the Estate

Pick up an Estate of Trianon leaflet for free at the entrance.

To make the most of your visit—the Gardens are open from 8am, the Estate of Trianon from noon, the Gallery of Coaches, and The Royal Tennis Court at 12:30pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.