Best of Versailles with lunch

Discover the grandeur and beauty of a royal palace that’s a masterpiece of French history

Start the day with a pleasant ride to Versailles, the Sun King's former home, which he converted from his father's hunting lodge. Your skip-the-line tickets will let you bypass the queues and head straight into the Royal Apartments, where your guide will take you back in time to the luxurious lifestyle of the French monarchy. You'll see all the major sights, including the Hall of Mirrors, the King's golden bedroom, and the Royal Chapel. As part of the tour, you'll also get to explore the royal park with its beautiful lawns, elaborate fountains, and sculptures. On certain days of the week during summer, you can even catch the Musical Gardens show or the Musical Fountains Show, which you can attend at no extra cost. At lunchtime, you'll enjoy a delicious meal at La Flotille, a lovely restaurant within the chateau's grounds. Then, the tour continues with a visit to the Petit Trianon, the small chateau nestled within the gardens of Versailles that Marie Antoinette used for her parties and receptions away from court formalities. You'll also discover the Queen's Hamlet, a picturesque cluster of cottages with thatched roofs where Marie Antoinette could enjoy a more intimate and rustic life.