Giverny and Versailles Tour 2026
French art & royal history | Live guide | Reserve now & pay later
About Giverny and Versailles Tour
Explore the famous painter Claude Monet’s house and discover the royal Versailles Palace on our Giverny and Versailles Tour! First, we’ll take you to the enchanting Monet estate full of lush greenery, where you can see the painter’s studio. After that, you’ll visit the grandiose residence of the French monarchy, complete with skip-the-line tickets.
You’ve probably seen Claude Monet’s impressionist water lily painting. Now, you’ll experience the nature that inspired the art! Discover the iconic lily pad pond, admire Monet’s ivy-clad house, and bask in the beautiful surrounding nature. You will also see the artist's studio!
Enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles, taking in the opulence of the French royal residence. See the glittering Hall of Mirrors, where balls took place, the State Apartments of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, the Gardens of Versailles with numerous groves and sculptures, and more!
No need to worry about transportation – we’ll take care of the traveling! Board a modern, air-conditioned bus, and sit back and relax as we drive you to Claude Monet’s estate and Versailles Palace.
As part of the Giverny and Versailles Tour, you’ll receive skip-the-line tickets! Avoid long lines, and enter Versailles Palace immediately.
If you’re unsure about your travel plans, don’t worry! You can simply reserve the tour and pay later once you’ve decided on your itinerary. Alternatively, just cancel and re-book – just make sure you do it 24 hours in advance.
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A great day trip!
We wanted to shake up our Paris vacation, and this day trip seemed like great value for money - Claude Monet’s house and the Versailles Palace at once. Two birds with one stone! It was soooo worth it! Seeing the water lilies in real life was an out-of-body experience, and the beautiful palace was the cherry on top.
Very well-organized and no waiting in line
It was great to just show up and have a bus take you everywhere. If I had to organize this trip myself, it would have been pretty overwhelming, but this way, I didn’t have to worry. The skip-the-line tickets at Versailles were also a lifesaver - that line was MILES long. So glad we didn’t have to wait!
DESCRIPTION
Giverny and Versailles Tour
- Round-trip transportation in a modern, air-conditioned bus
- Admission to Monet’s Giverny house and gardens
- Audio guide while visiting Monet's house and gardens
- Live tour guide at the Palace of Versailles
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Palace of Versailles and the Gardens of Versailles
- Headsets, so you can always hear your tour guide
- English
DISCOVER THE ESTATE OF CLAUDE MONET
The first stop of the Giverny and Versailles Tour is Giverny – that is, the house and gardens of Claude Monet in Giverny. The popular artist lived and painted here for 43 years, inspired by the gorgeous nature surrounding his home. Wander around at your own pace and see his studio and famous scenes from his paintings, like the Japanese bridge, the weeping willow, and the iconic water lily pond.
TAKE A TOUR OF THE PALACE OF VERSAILLES
Board the bus, and we’ll take you to the next stop – the stunning Versailles Palace. Skip-the-line tickets will guarantee immediate entry, as your tour guide leads you through the opulent former French royal residence. Walk through the beautiful Hall of Mirrors (357 of them, to be exact), see the Royal Chapel and the Royal Opera, and explore the private apartments of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
STROLL THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL GARDENS OF VERSAILLES
After your tour of the palace finishes, it’s time to explore the gorgeous Gardens of Versailles. 2,000 acres large, these perfectly-manicured gardens host sculptures and countless fountains. Walk around at your own pace, drinking in the greenery and artwork. Make sure to visit the Apollo Fountain, Neptune Fountain, and Latona Fountain; these waterworks are more than just fountains – they're works of art, and their size and beautiful sculptures will dazzle you.
REST AS WE DRIVE YOU BACK TO PARIS
Enter the air-conditioned bus and relax as you travel back to Paris. Lean back and think back on all the beautiful sights you saw during your day trip – hopefully, you got some good pictures!
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Do you know who restored Monet's house and the Palace of Versailles?
It was the same person! Gerald van der Kemp, a French curator, oversaw the restoration of both Monet’s house and Versailles Palace. Monet’s estate took 4 years to restore and cost $2.5 million. Restoring Versailles Palace, however, took nearly 30 years, and earned van der Kemp the nickname of “The Man Who Gave Us Back Versailles”.
Book your Giverny and Versailles Tour now to explore the rich French history and art!
Good to know before you go
- Large purses, bags, and backpacks are not permitted.
- Baby strollers are not allowed.
- If you want to visit Versailles with an infant, we strongly suggest bringing your own infant or child seat to ensure the child’s safety.
- Remember to wear comfortable shoes, so you can enjoy your visit as much as possible.
- In the summer, it’s a good idea to bring a water bottle and wear sunscreen, a sun hat, and sunglasses – especially while visiting the gardens.
- All Versailles excursions and Versailles tickets sell out quickly, so make sure to get yours in time.
Meeting Point
To begin your day trip, meet your guide in front of Notre Dame. They’ll be in the middle of the square, dressed in blue. Then just board the air-conditioned, comfortable bus, sit back, and relax!
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FAQ – Giverny and Versailles Tour
Will there be a lunch stop during the Giverny and Versailles Tour?
Yes! While you’re in Giverny, you’ll have time to purchase something in one of the town’s local establishments. For example, try Les Nymphéas, which serves Monet’s favorite dishes, or Ancien Hôtel Baudy, the town’s most historical restaurant.What should I see in Giverny?
The main must-sees are a bust of Claude Monet, the Clos Normand garden, the water lily pond, the Japanese bridge, and Monet’s house itself.How long is the wait to enter the Palace of Versailles?
The wait can take up to two hours. However, with the Giverny and Versailles Tour, you’ll receive skip-the-line tickets! That way, you’ll just enter the palace right away.What should I see in the Gardens of Versailles?
All of the gardens are beautiful, but some highlights include: the Water Parterre, whose surface reflects the beautiful Hall of Mirrors, the Orangery, full of citrus fruits, the Neptune Fountain, the Latona Fountain, and the Apollo Fountain.What else can I do in Versailles?
Watch the night fountain show in Versailles. You can also explore the town and the palace on a Versailles bicycle tour, or book a private tour and experience Versailles with a guide all to yourself. Start your morning with a Versailles breakfast then skip the line to enter the Château. And for a closer look at royal life, take a Marie Antoinette Estate Tour and see how one of history’s most iconic queens lived.Book now!
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
- Expert tour guide
- Skip-the-line access
- Round-trip transportation
- Audio guide app
- Easy booking process
- Best value for your money!