What to expect ?
Indulge in an exclusive private tour of the magnificent Palace of Versailles, where you set your own pace. Discover the captivating history, enchanting legends, and extravagant decadence of 17th-century court life in a uniquely personalized experience.
Versailles: From Hunting Lodge to a Golden Cage 👑✨
🔹 Started small – Louis XIII built a humble hunting lodge here. Just a little getaway 🦌🏡
🔹 Louis XIV (a.k.a. The Sun King) turned it into the most extravagant palace on Earth 💰💎
🔹 Hall of Mirrors = Peak Luxury – A giant hallway with mirrors, Instagram before Instagram. ✨📸
🔹 Party Central – Versailles was all about dancing, gossip, and drama 💃🍷
🔹 French Revolution Ruins the Vibe – In 1789, angry peasants stormed in, monarchy was canceled. ⚔️🧑⚖️
🔹 Turned into a museum – Today, it’s a symbol of France’s royal past, a UNESCO site, and tourist heaven.
This tours includes :
- A guided tour
- A professionnal licensed guide
- Admission tickets with advance booking.
- Earphones to hear and follow the guide
Versailles’ State Rooms👑✨pure royal drama, luxury, and power plays. If walls could talk, they’d spill all the tea. ☕🏰
The State Rooms in Versailles weren’t just rooms—they were power moves in architecture form. Every detail screamed, “Look at me, I’m the absolute monarch.” 😆
🔹 The King’s State Apartments – A series of over-the-top rooms where Louis XIV hosted VIPs, held ceremonies, and reminded everyone who was boss. 🏛️💎
🔹 The Hall of Mirrors – The grandest flex ever. 357 mirrors, gold, chandeliers, and zero subtlety. Also where they signed the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. 🪞✨✍️
🔹 The War Room & The Peace Room – One side shows epic battle paintings, the other is all about peace. Classic “I win, now let’s be friends” energy. ⚔️🕊️
🔹 The Hercules, Mars, and Apollo Rooms – Each named after gods, because why not compare yourself to deities? 🤷♂️
🔹 The King’s Bedchamber – Where waking up was literally a public event. Nobles watched Louis XIV get dressed every morning. Yes, watched. 😳🛏️
The Royal Chapel of Versailles: Where Even Prayers Were Extra ⛪✨Built for Louis XIV and wasn’t just for worship—it was a divine flex.
🔹 Two Levels – The king and VIPs sat upstairs, above everyone else (of course). Commoners? Ground floor. Know your place. 👑⬆️😇
🔹 Ornate Ceiling – Think heaven painted in gold, with angels, clouds, and Louis XIV basically hanging out with God. ☁️🎨
🔹 Mass with a Royal View – Every morning, Louis XIV reminding everyone he ruled by divine right. Even praying was political. 🙏👀
🔹 Marie Antoinette’s Wedding Spot – She and Louis XVI tied the knot here in 1770, before things… well, went downhill. 💍🔪
🔹 Still Used Today – Now hosts concerts, because if you’re gonna play classical music, might as well do it in the most over-the-top chapel ever. 🎻🎶
Half church, half power statement, all drama. Even praying had to be fabulous in Versailles. ⛪✨😆
Additional options :
- starting from 300 €
Why Choose a Private Tour with French Culture in Paris ?
When you book a French Culture in Paris Private Tour or Experience, you are guaranteed a dedicated, expert guide who ensures a flexible and stress-free experience. One single reason: use your vacations to admire the art and the different cultures in Paris.
Our private tours are designed to provide a personalized experience. Whether you prefer a leisurely pace or a deep dive into history, art and culture, we adapt to you. This makes our tours ideal for everyone.
💡 Important Informations:
- All private tours start at a base price for two people.
- Entry tickets are included where applicable.
- Skip line ticket
- Special entrance
- Ticket for garden
- Fast access to the chateau
- Private driver
Book your exclusive experience today and enjoy the best of The Palace of Versailles at your own pace!
A picture is worth 1000 words. Here are images of customers after a visit with me.
