Top Île-de-France Tours by Duration

Explore the Palace of Versailles—one of France’s most popular attractions—on this half- or full-day sightseeing tour from Paris. Meet your coach in central Paris and head straight to the palace; with your timed-entry tickets, you skip the lines and go right in for a guided tour. Afterward, explore the ornate gardens and either return to Paris or continue touring the grounds.

On this eminently civilized guided tour with a round trip transportation from Paris. Your guide will show you the most magnificent of the 2,000 rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors, the King’s State Apartments, and the King’s Private Apartments, then introduce you to the magical 2,000-acre (800-hectare) gardens.

Experience Paris in a way few people have: aboard a private, eco-friendly electric golf cart. You and your travel companions can choose from several itineraries to fit your schedules, from short tours of central Paris to full-day excursions. Each golf cart seats up to three passengers plus your driver-guide, and larger groups can book multiple vehicles and cruise through the city together.

Glide down the River Seine while enjoying a gourmet 3-course lunch aboard a Paris river cruise. Soak up views of riverside attractions including the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and Musée d'Orsay as you dine on seasonal selections from an à la carte menu, accompanied by wine. Enjoy a glass of aperitif and a refined dining experience on a modern glass-canopy boat.

Explore Paris's key attractions on this single, comprehensive group tour that visits more than 30-sights. Ideal for visitors with limited time, this walking tour includes stops at the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Moulin Rouge, the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, and more. Follow your guide, as you learn insider facts and stories as you go, and also have the chance to ride the Métro like a local (own expense).

Rather than exploring the sprawling grounds of Versailles on foot, pedal your way around with a guide on this group bike tour. Discover garden trails and tree-lined paths and reach parts that on-foot visitors generally miss, including Marie Antoinette's Petit Trianon and Grand Trianon. Stop by the Grand Canal for a picnic lunch (own expense) before heading inside the Palace of Versailles with admission tickets.

Head into the home of the "Mona Lisa" on a tour of the world's largest art museum. Once inside, your local art historian guide will provide you with background about some of the Louvre's most stunning pieces of art. Expect to see masterpieces by the likes of Da Vinci, Raphael, Veronese, Titian, and Botticelli, not to mention the French Crown Jewels.

There are few palaces as world-famous as Versailles, but with some 10 million annual visitors, you could spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. This half-day tour from Paris ensures a hassle-free experience with round-trip train transfers from the city and a guided tour of the staterooms, palace gardens, and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected).

During this private excursion, explore the iconic Palace of Versailles with a professional art historian guide who provides rich historical context and insight. Ideal for first-time visitors or those on a tight schedule, this half-day tour includes highlights such as the palace, gardens, the Hall of Mirrors, and more.

Fitting a major museum, the city’s historic neighborhoods, and a river cruise into one day takes careful timing. Guided walks cover Montmartre and Île de la Cité, with entry to either the Louvre or the Musée d’Orsay depending on the day of your visit. Views of the Eiffel Tower lead into a Seine River cruise to end the day.

Enjoy a romantic evening with a cruise down the Seine and see the City of Light at its most magical. Dine on a decadent multi-course dinner, accompanied by live music on board, as you float past illuminated landmarks such as the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower.

Visiting Versailles from Paris independently means arranging transportation, admission, and a plan for navigating the vast estate. Simplify your visit with transportation from central Paris, skip-the-line access, and a guide who brings the palace and gardens to life with historical context. Choose a small-group or private experience to explore this UNESCO-listed landmark with the level of personal attention that suits you.

Enjoy a visit to Versailles, without the hassle of booking tickets and tours, with this group trip. Meet your guide outside Versailles train station, and follow them on a tour of the gardens. Then enjoy exploring the palace at your leisure, taking in the Hall of Mirrors, the King's State Apartments, and the Chapel at a pace that suits you.

See the major sights of Paris from the water on a hop-on hop-off Seine boat cruise. With either a 1- or 2-day ticket, glide leisurely along the river, hopping off and on when you wish to visit the attractions that most interest you, such as the Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre and Notre Dame. Or simply stay on the boat to admire Paris’ World Heritage-listed riverbanks.

Head to the coast of Normandy to visit Mont-Saint-Michel on this day tour from Paris. You'll receive an orientation from a guide, and then enjoy time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site independently with an audio guide or by wandering the hilly streets at your leisure. Transportation is by coach from Paris.

Sample all sorts of French fare as you explore the Left Bank's celebrated Saint-Germain neighborhood with a local guide on this small-group tour. Choose from a sweet-and-savory food tour where you taste high-quality French foods such as cheeses, cured meats, and macarons, or a chocolate and pastry tour that focuses on famous French desserts. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

Finding authentic places to eat in tourist-heavy Montmartre can be tricky when you don’t know where to look. Follow a local guide to handpicked restaurants and food stops, sampling French savory dishes, sweets, and drinks while exploring the neighborhood. Along the way, see Montmartre landmarks and learn about local culture, combining a full meal and sightseeing without researching restaurants yourself.

When in Paris, don’t miss the chance to visit Giverny Monet’s house and gardens. This hassle-free, half-day group tour provides convenient round-trip coach transport from Paris. It is a group tour, yet you have time to explore Monet’s house with an audio tour, plus have free time to wander in the grounds. Bring some extra cash in case you want to grab a drink at the local cafe.

Check off three UNESCO–listed Loire Valley châteaux in just one day—and make exploring beyond Paris city limits simple—on this full-day, small-group tour. Look forward to visiting Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise Châteaux, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Benefit from round-trip transit, included admission tickets, and time to explore with a guide and at your own pace. Then, enjoy a wine tasting before departing.

Paris's Le Marais district is a foodie paradise—but it takes insider knowledge to dodge tourist traps and find where locals eat. Ideal for carb lovers, this small-group gastronomy tour includes a classic French pastry, a croque-monsieur at a restaurant once frequented by Jim Morrison, and crispy fried falafel. It ends with chocolates and macarons, paired with red and white wine.

Your decadent tour of the Marais—one of Paris’ most atmospheric and food-loving neighborhoods—begins at a time that works best for you. Pick from start times that range from morning to mid-afternoon, meet your guide right in the neighborhood, and set off with a maximum of only nine other people for company. On this tour, you’ll learn all about what makes the Marais special, with stories about its Jewish history, culinary traditions, and local landmarks (like the Picasso Museum) which you’d be unlikely to encounter on your own. Over the course of a few hours, you’ll also follow your guide to eight different food destinations. Come hungry; you’ll enjoy 10 food tastings and two half-glasses of wine, enough to add up to a generous meal. This tour also accommodates various dietary needs and preferences, offering you comfort and flexibility.

Paris is a city best tasted, not just seen. On this small-group food tour, explore Montmartre, the Latin Quarter, and Île de la Cité. Avoid tourist traps and visit where locals shop for fresh bread, cheese, charcuterie, and more, with over 10 tastings, including a signature secret dish and fine French wines.

See various parts of Versailles and its palace grounds on this day trip from Paris via a high-speed train. When you arrive, cruise around town and the grounds of the palace on a bike. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the Palace where you walk through the famous gardens and see the fountains. You also stop at the farmers market, visit Marie Antoinette's hamlet.