Versailles Gardens (Jardins de Versailles) Tours and Tickets

To get to the Versailles Gardens from Paris, you can either take a tour that includes transportation from your hotel or rely on public transportation. The RER C commuter train will take you from central Paris to Versailles station, about a 10-minute walk from the palace.

Comfort is key when visiting Versailles, as you’ll spend a lot of time on your feet. Wear comfortable shoes or sandals and weather-appropriate clothing. Layers are often wise, especially in spring or fall. If you come in summer, bring a hat to protect from the sun.

Yes, you can take photographs in the Versailles Gardens and the palace itself. However, tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed in the complex, so leave them at your hotel or deposit them at the palace coat check.

Yes, guided tours are available for the Versailles Gardens, but you won’t typically find tours focusing on the gardens alone. Most tours cover much of the Palace of Versailles complex and usually take you to the main chateau, the Grand Trianon, and more. Many also include round-trip transportation from Paris.

It depends. Many people like to spend a whole day in Versailles and visit the entire palace complex, not just the gardens. An hour or two should be sufficient for the garden segment of the experience, but it depends on how much you like gardens.

The Versailles Gardens are a year-round attraction, but spring is ideal for seeing flowers in bloom. Access is free between November and March, making an off-season visit an attractive option for budget travelers. Come between April and October to see the fountain shows and musical gardens.