Visit of Versailles Jardins Trianon and entrance to the Castle
Description
Discover Versailles, which most visitors do not take the time to explore. This tour takes you far beyond the castle, through the gardens of André Le Nôtre, the groves, the Petit Trianon and the Hamlet of the Queen. Along the way, discover how Versailles became the symbol of absolute power, then the scene of the fall of the monarchy. Designed to enjoy the estate in the best conditions, the itinerary begins before the crowds, includes a short train ride to the Trianon estate and ends with an introduction to the French Revolution before you freely enter the castle. Your Passport ticket is included, allowing you to discover the Grand Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors at your own pace. An immersive experience to understand Versailles as a whole, between gardens, history, architecture and life at the Court.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet your Guide in front of the Palace of Versailles' Grid of Honour. After a brief presentation of the day, your tour begins with an introduction to the history of the estate and the birth of Versailles.
See the impressive Orangery, designed to house hundreds of exotic orange and tree trees. A testimony to the prestige and technical prowess of the reign of Louis XIV.
From one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the area, observe the spectacular organization of the gardens and understand how each axis was thought to magnify the royal residence.
Discover the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre, masterpiece of the French garden. Perspectives, fountains and groves reveal how Louis XIV used the art of gardens to stage his power.
Admire iconic creations from the gardens, where architecture, sculpture and water games testify to the refinement of Versailles. Discover how mythology was used to celebrate the king's authority and recall the triumph of order over chaos.
Enjoy a free lunch break in the peaceful setting of Little Venice before continuing your discovery of the estate.
The Grand Trianon, elegant palace of pink marble built by Louis XIV as retirement residence far from the etiquette of the court. Your Guide will present you the history of this exceptional place, appreciated by several generations of sovereigns.
Built under Louis XV and then offered to Marie Antoinette, the Petit Trianon reveals a more intimate facet of royal life, far from the ceremonial of the castle.
Stroll through the famous Hameau de la Reine, a Norman-inspired village designed to offer Marie Antoinette a refuge from court life.
Before entering the castle, your Guide traces the events of the French Revolution that ended the monarchy in Versailles.
Your guided tour ends here. With your Passport included ticket, you can freely discover the Grand Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the spaces open to the public at your own pace.
Highlights
What's included
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
