Versailles Full Day Bike Tour with Palace, Gardens, & Picnic
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Versailles, France
- 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Rather than exploring the sprawling grounds of Versailles on foot, pedal your way around with a guide on a full-day 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 before heading inside the Palace of Versailles with admission tickets.
- See far more of Versaille than you would going on foot
- Explore the interior of the palace at your leisure, with tickets included
- Child seats can be provided if requested at time of booking
- All bike equipment and entrance fees are included
What's Included
- Bicycle and helmet
- Up to 1.5 hours in the Palace
- Child seats are available if requested at the time of booking
- Ability to explore the Chateau and Royal Gardens on your own
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 10 Av. du Général de Gaulle 78 000, 78000 Versailles, France
Your tour meets at 10 Avenue du General de Gaulle, 78 000 Versailles
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the bike rental store in Versailles. After picking up your bike a short distance from the Palace of Versailles, continue to a nearby village market to purchase baguettes, cheese, ham, wine and whatever else you’d like to feast on (own expense) for your picnic later on in the day.
The gardens and forests of Versailles span 1,976 acres (800 hectares), and are crisscrossed by a network of picturesque trails and tree-lined paths. Follow your guide and leave behind the pedestrians as you explore parts of the grounds that few venture out to, including Marie Antoinette's country-style hamlet the Petit Trianon, and the Grand Trianon.
Arrive at a lovely secluded section of the Grand Canal that only those on bicycles can reach easily, and settle in for your picnic lunch. Get a kick out of the fact that you are sitting on the same spot where Louis XIV, XV, and XVI enjoyed their meals when they wished to admire their spectacular palace from the outside.
Then, cycle back toward the palace and spend time inside. Learn about the lives of the French monarchy before their removal from power by the 1789 Revolution. See the King's State Apartments and Chapel, and walk through the unforgettable Hall of Mirrors, where the treaty ending WWI was signed.
Your Versailles bike tour ends here.
The gardens and forests of Versailles span 1,976 acres (800 hectares), and are crisscrossed by a network of picturesque trails and tree-lined paths. Follow your guide and leave behind the pedestrians as you explore parts of the grounds that few venture out to, including Marie Antoinette's country-style hamlet the Petit Trianon, and the Grand Trianon.
Arrive at a lovely secluded section of the Grand Canal that only those on bicycles can reach easily, and settle in for your picnic lunch. Get a kick out of the fact that you are sitting on the same spot where Louis XIV, XV, and XVI enjoyed their meals when they wished to admire their spectacular palace from the outside.
Then, cycle back toward the palace and spend time inside. Learn about the lives of the French monarchy before their removal from power by the 1789 Revolution. See the King's State Apartments and Chapel, and walk through the unforgettable Hall of Mirrors, where the treaty ending WWI was signed.
Your Versailles bike tour ends here.
1
Versailles
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Place Du Marche Notre Dame
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Grand Canal
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
The Grand Trianon
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Le Petit Trianon
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Hameau de la Reine
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
7
Palace of Versailles
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
8
The Royal Chapel
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
9
La Galerie des Glaces
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Versailles (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- If a children's bike is required, you must advise at time of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- You will cover an area of approximately 10 miles on a relatively flat terrain. The ride is leisurely and therefore suitable for all levels of fitness.
- Child seats are available if requested at the time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Tandem bikes are available for children aged 10 years and younger.
- All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Rhonda_J
The experience was amazing! Kayla was a great guide. Made us laugh and told us lots of history on Versailles. The market in Versailles was wonderful. Wish I could experience this it daily. I highly recommend this tour. I leaned so much!
Reviews
4.8
based on 2,261 reviews
Timberlee_G, Jul 2026
Annie was great! Nice spin on historical info making the facts fun. Wish we’d known how much walking, that would be helpful. Great to see parts of Versailles we’ve never seen before!
Becky_B, Jun 2026
Lots of fun and very interesting guide, Jen- Francois made this cycling trip so enjoyable- the bikes, the market, the Versailles ambience at its best.
Teresa_F, Jun 2026
This was a lovely way to see the grounds of Versailles and the surrounding town. Our tour guide Nick was amazing, helpful and also very knowledgable. My one note is that this does involve a lot of physical activity, so people on our tour who were not as used to that had some trouble.
Gerald_M, Jun 2026
Annie did a lovely job of sharing the history of Versailles with our group. E-biking through the gardens is the best way to see them - and it was fun! 😊 (The cheaper choice of 3 speed bikes were ridden by other tour members. An e-bike wasn’t necessary but was a great way to try one out.) The tour starts with the group purchasing food for our picnic. We bought a sandwich and salad at a bakery and drinks at a market near by. The short ride through the streets was easily navigable with Annie’s leadership. The visit to the palace after our ride was tough in 95 degree heat (no a/c) amongst the thousands of other tourists. Only visited the red zone (bedrooms) but saw wonderful furnishings and decor. Highly recommend!
Michael_P, Jun 2026
I have been to Versailles before but never saw a quarter of what we saw on this tour. Well worth it.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! Versailles has so much more to offer beyond the palace itself, and we love that the tour helped you discover a whole new side of it. We hope to see you again on your next adventure!
Luke_R, Jun 2026
Our guide was amazing! She was knowledgeable and fun. She genuinely was interested in getting to know our group and she seemed to really have fun and enjoy what she was doing.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so happy to hear your guide made such a great impression — that genuine connection with guests is exactly what makes a tour truly special. We'll make sure she knows how much your group appreciated her! We hope to see you again soon.
Shane_D, Jun 2026
I am 70 years old traveling with my 12-year-old granddaughter. We wanted to book something unusual at Versailles. The bike tour of the gardens along with a picnic by the canal and ending up with a quick tour through Versailles chateau was everything we could hope for at a wonderful price. You get to to pick up your food in the market square before you go to your bicycles and the guide stayed with us until he dropped us at the chateau Gates for the Versailles tour. Bikes were easy to use with gears and mostly flat terrain. With the bike tour we got to easily traverse from garden to garden and the guide and wonderful history as well as antidotes to tell us at each stop. I highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
What a wonderful review — thank you so much! It means the world to us that you and your granddaughter had such a memorable day together. You've described the tour perfectly: the market, the picnic by the canal, the gardens, and the château all in one day really is a special experience. We're so glad the bikes were manageable and the terrain worked well for you both. We hope this is the first of many adventures together, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Jonathan_G, Jun 2026
Before our trip to Paris even began, we were so looking forward to this experience in particular as a romantic, fun, and unique way to explore the grounds of Versailles. Unfortunately, this tour did not come close to living up to our expectations.
From the start, it was disjointed and unorganized - we didn’t even make it into the grounds until almost 11am after starting the tour at 9am. The bikes were used to go (very minimally) from point A to point B, but then we had to essentially fast walk through the different areas and ended up doing more walking than biking throughout the tour at least 2:1.
The only reason for the 2 stars and not 1 is that Vlad was very kind and funny and truly tried to take care of our group. But in the end we were all exhausted, and felt like we could have seen more of the grounds in 1/2 the time (and with way less stress).
In current state, would not recommend. Needs a good bit of work and streamlining in order to be enjoyable. Frustrating.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Here's a reply:
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback, and we're truly sorry the experience fell short of what you were looking forward to. A romantic day out at Versailles is exactly what this tour should deliver, and we understand how disappointing it must have been when it didn't live up to that. The timing and flow issues you've described are important for us to hear, and we're taking your comments seriously as we look at how we can improve the experience. We're glad Vlad's warmth came through even on a difficult day — but we know that alone isn't enough. We'd love the opportunity to make this right and invite you to reach out to us directly. Thank you again for the honest feedback.
Bill_P, Jun 2026
It was a great educational experience on many levels. Dave was prepared with historical data as well as local information to make an extremely pleasurable day!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! Dave really does go above and beyond to make every tour both informative and enjoyable — we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We hope to welcome you back for another great day out soon!
Kim_D, Jun 2026
Fantastic! Our tour guide, Nick, was not only a wealth of information and knowledge but very entertaining. We had a lovely time on the bike tour and getting the opportunity to check out the markets in the village before our trip was an unexpected surprise. By the time we were done with the bike part, we almost forgot we still had to tour the castle. It was just so much fun . I cannot recommend this enough. I would absolutely do this again.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for such a glowing review! We love hearing that the market visit was a happy surprise — it really does set the tone for the day. Nick is a fantastic guide and we're so glad his energy and knowledge made the whole experience so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another perfect day out soon!
Chris_N, Jun 2026
Rory was a great guide and we got to see a lot of the gardens and out buildings which were very interesting. Rory explained the history in very plain easy to remember terms which was great. Fun to ride the bikes through the trails of the grounds.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad Rory made the history feel accessible and easy to take in — that's exactly the experience we want every guest to have. Riding through the trails and discovering the gardens and outbuildings really is one of the best ways to explore Versailles. We hope to see you again soon!
Allison_J, Jun 2026
Erik was wonderful. Very well spoken and knowledgeable. My kids (6, 12, and 12) all loved him and wanted to follow him around everywhere. The whole day was lovely and well timed (despite the rain, but we didn't care one bit).
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Here's a reply:
Thank you for the lovely review! It's wonderful to hear the whole family had such a great time — Erik has a real gift for connecting with guests of all ages, and we love that even the little ones were won over! Rain and all, it sounds like a perfect day. We hope to welcome your family back for another adventure soon!
Melissa_M, Jun 2026
I can't say enough good things about this tour, especially our guide, Nick. He is extremely knowlegable and engaging. He brought the stories to life in a way that was fun and educational.
From start to finish, the entire staff was kind, professional, and incredibly helpful. Everything was well organized, making for a smooth and enjoyable day. Despite the weather factors out of our control, we were able to make the best of it, and the time flew by. I would absolutely book another tour with this company.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Nick truly has a gift for bringing history to life and we're thrilled he made such an impression. We're also glad the whole team's organization and care came through on the day — even with the weather doing its own thing! We can't wait to welcome you back for your next adventure with us.
Paul_H, Jun 2026
This was a very informational and beautiful tour. Vladimir was great. The length of the tour was a bit long for my 10 and 13 year old, but overall, we loved it. The bike riding was very enjoyable and being able to enjoy at picnic with food selected at the local market was a fun experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad the family had a great time and that Vladimir made the day informative and enjoyable. The market picnic really is a special touch — great to hear it was a highlight! We appreciate the honest note about the length for younger kids and will keep that in mind. We hope to welcome your family back again soon!
Ron_D, Jun 2026
The tour itself, and Vladimir were 5 star. Information given clearly and entertainingly. The loss of a star was, perhaps, my fault. We thought it was a bike tour, but we walked a LOT, my wife has trouble walking and it caused her quite some discomfort, Until we got back on the bike.just be aware of the walking aspect. If that's not a problem for you, then this might be for you.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the kind words about Vladimir and the tour — we're so glad he made the experience informative and entertaining! We're also really sorry to hear the walking aspect caused your wife discomfort. You're not alone in flagging this and it's a genuinely important point for guests with mobility considerations to know upfront. We'll take this as a reminder to make the walking portions clearer in our tour description so future guests can plan accordingly. We hope your wife has fully recovered and that the parts you did enjoy made for some wonderful memories of Versailles!
Kristin_T, Jun 2026
Vlad was an fun and engaging host! This day at Versailles was one of the highlights of our trip. You're able to see so much more than possible by walking around the grounds. We had a great time!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled Versailles was such a highlight of your trip and that Vlad made the day so fun and engaging. You're absolutely right — the bike really does open up a whole different side of the grounds. We hope to welcome you back for another great adventure soon!
Olivia_L, Jun 2026
We loved this tour! Annie was fabulous. She was full of knowledge and we loved our experience. I would highly recommend for anyone. It was a windy day but the ride was so beautiful
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! Annie is wonderful and we're so glad she made the day so special — wind and all! The grounds of Versailles really are beautiful in any weather. We'll make sure Annie knows how much you enjoyed the tour. We hope to see you again soon!
nj9s626xhv, May 2026
We had a wonderful time on our electric bikes riding through the grounds of Versailles with our guide Vlad. Me and my daughter were hesitant to ride the ebikes, but they accommodated us with the smallest bikes they could find and where very patient. He took us to amazing markets to buy our lunch. He was fun and knowledgeable.
Karen_K, May 2026
Nice biking experience to see Versailles given how vast of an area it covers. Could bring your own food if you have food allergies or prefer something other than the local market.
Jenny_M, May 2026
This was fantastic we probably didn’t need the e-bike as it was a quiet ride. If it’s cool dress warm as mostly in the shade. Great day and excellent guide
Response from Host, May 2026
We are so glad you had a fantastic day exploring Versailles! It is definitely a scenic and quiet ride, though we are always happy to offer standard and e-bike options so everyone can choose their preferred comfort level. Thank you for the great feedback and the excellent tip about dressing warmly for the shaded paths—we really appreciate you riding with us!
Sarah_K, May 2026
It was exceptional. A wonderful way to see Versailles. Our guide (Bart) was very informative and we learnt so much about the history of the area. He was also very helpful.
Response from Host, May 2026
We are so happy to hear you had an exceptional time exploring Versailles! Bart will be thrilled to know that his helpfulness and history stories made the day so informative and wonderful for you. Thank you for the fabulous review!
Evan_F, May 2026
We had so much fun! Eric, our guide was great-knowledgeable and fun. We really enjoyed seeing the grounds on the bike tour and having a picnic.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fun day exploring Versailles with Eric. Combining the bike ride, the beautiful grounds, and a picnic truly makes for a special experience, and we’re happy you enjoyed it all.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Eric — he’ll really appreciate them! Hope to see you again on another adventure soon.
Kayla_V, May 2026
It was an amazing experience, loved the bike ride and the market place. Nick the tour guide really knew his history and was such a cool guy!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience in Versailles and enjoyed both the bike ride and the market visit — it’s definitely one of the favorite parts of the day for many guests.
Nick will be very happy to hear your kind words! His passion for history and fun personality really help make the tour special.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in the future!
Kourtney_L, May 2026
Very informative and appreciated the education. The grounds were beautiful and would have not been able to see them all on foot.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind review! 😊
We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the experience and appreciated the historical insights shared throughout the tour. Versailles is truly breathtaking, and exploring the grounds by bike is definitely one of the best ways to see so much in a relaxed and enjoyable way.
We’re glad the tour helped you experience more of the estate than would be possible on foot alone. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in the future!
Alisa_C, May 2026
10/10 - Nick was an exceptional guide from the start! Great recommendations for where to buy our picnic supplies and he shared so many interesting facts about Versailles and French history. Cycling was an excellent way to see more than just the main grounds of the palace.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing review! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Nick. From the market stop and picnic preparations to the stories about Versailles and French history, it sounds like you truly made the most of the day.
Exploring Versailles by bike really is one of the best ways to discover the beauty beyond the main palace grounds, and we’re so happy you enjoyed that part of the experience as well.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nick. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in the future!
andrea_p, Apr 2026
Our Guide Annie was great. She was extremely informative about the history of the grounds. The bike ride was very pleasant and Annie’s recommendations were very good. The picnic was fun a nd the day was the perfect temperature. I wish we actually had done the palace first and then the grounds. The palace was way too crowded and after 6 hours of biking and walking I was exhausted and we ended up walking through as fast as possible. I will make sure to think of the order of the tour next time I book so that I have enough energy for the full tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! 😊
We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed your day with Annie and appreciated her historical knowledge, recommendations, and guidance throughout the tour. It sounds like the beautiful weather, pleasant bike ride, and picnic helped make the experience memorable.
We also completely understand your comments regarding the timing of the palace visit. Versailles can become extremely crowded later in the day, and after an active day of biking and walking, it’s understandable that the final portion felt a bit exhausting. Your perspective is very valuable, and we truly appreciate you sharing it.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Elizabeth_D, Apr 2026
We did this in 2023 and had a great time! Biking around the grounds of Versailles gave us a chance to see the palace from a rare angle. Our tour guide gave us the history of the palace at different stops. We also ate a picnic lunch on the grounds from what we bought at the market (having had about 30” to wander the food market before the ride, including a little wine shop). Our guide left us to tour the inside on our own. I must say, the inside has gotten so crowded over the past 25 years, with so many people taking selfies, that the interior of the palace has lost its charm and become like Disney World. Stick with the bike ride and picnic and you’ll have a great time!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
hank you for sharing such a detailed review!
We’re so glad to hear you had a great time exploring Versailles by bike—it really does offer a unique perspective of the palace grounds. The market stop and picnic are always a favorite part of the experience, so it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed that as well.
We also appreciate your honest note about the palace interior. It can definitely get busy, especially during peak times, which is why many guests find the outdoor experience to be the real highlight of the day.
Thanks again for riding with us and for your recommendation—we hope to see you again on another adventure 🚲
Polina_T, Apr 2026
We had an amazing day. Nick was a terrific guide and took care of us start to finish. She helped point us to delicious picnic items during the shopping time and was helpful with dietary preferences. He captivated the whole group during the tour, including my children who were hanging on every word.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing day at Versailles. It’s great to know Nick took such good care of your group from start to finish and helped make the picnic experience even more enjoyable with thoughtful recommendations.
We also love hearing that the whole family—especially your children—stayed engaged throughout the tour. That’s one of the best compliments we could receive!
Thanks again for riding with us, and we hope to see you again on another adventure 🚲
Janet_F, Apr 2026
It's all day, mostly outside. Some biking knowledge is helpful. Even though the biking is relatively flat you should be in good health
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your helpful review!
We’re glad you enjoyed exploring Versailles by bike—it really is a great way to experience the palace grounds and gardens, especially with so much time spent outdoors.
You’re absolutely right that a basic level of comfort on a bike and general fitness help make the day even more enjoyable, even with the mostly flat terrain.
Thanks again for riding with us, and we hope to see you on another adventure 🚲
Maria_S, Apr 2026
Bart was amazing. We truly enjoyed the bike ride, picnic and beautiful grounds. Great suggestion on the boulangerie. Amazing lunch options!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review!
We’re so happy to hear you had such a wonderful day at Versailles. The bike ride, picnic, and beautiful surroundings really make for a special experience 😊
Bart will be thrilled to hear your kind words—especially about the boulangerie recommendation! Nothing beats a great local lunch during the tour.
Thanks again for riding with us, and we hope to see you on another adventure soon 🚲
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