How strict is Versailles about entry times?

Passport tickets with timed entry grant priority admission and are valid for thirty minutes every hour, at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Priority admission to the Palace is permitted once only at the booked time on the ticket. There is no timed entry for the estate of Trianon.

Is Versailles strict about time slots?

Timed Entry

Versailles Passport Entry tickets guarantee entry to the palace within half an hour of the scheduled time. This means that no matter how long the queues are or how crowded the palace is, if you purchase the Passport Entry ticket, you can enter the palace withing half an hour.

What happens if you arrive late to Versailles?

Thousands of visitors are coming to Versailles every days and the administration of the Palace can't accept visitors who are late. That is why it is very important that you arrive on time if you intend to take our tours!

How much time should I allow for Versailles?

To make the most of your visit at Versailles, plan to spend a full day in the estate. Read our advices to better organize your visit. Guided tours allow you to visit otherwise closed rooms and then to directly join free visit routes.

How long is the wait for Palace of Versailles?

How Long is the Line at Versailles? The ticket office line at Versailles can take anywhere between 30 minutes and 2 hours. Afterward, you will need to again wait in line at the main palace entrance, followed by the security check, which can collectively take another 1-3 hours.

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What day is Versailles least crowded?

One of the top ten most visited sites in France, the Château de Versailles gets its biggest crowds on the weekends and Tuesday mornings (it is closed on Mondays). So aim to visit between Wednesday and Friday. The result? Less waiting and a smoother visit around the palace.

What days to avoid Versailles?

Plan to visit Versailles in the middle of the week

I recommend that you plan to visit Versailles on a Wednesday or Thursday to have the best chance to avoid the biggest crowds. The palace and estate can be quite busy on Tuesdays because it's closed on Mondays.

Can you do versaille in half a day?

Within half a day, you will have the opportunity of discovering all the richness of the castle, visiting the Hall of Mirrors and the royal apartments inside, but also the famous French style gardens. We propose two visits each day, departure from Paris center. The ideal formula to discover Versailles in half a day !

What time is best to go to Palace of Versailles?

During the low months, the hours immediately after opening and before closing for the day are when the crowd is at its thinnest. Anytime between 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and after 3:00 PM would be perfect for visiting the palace.

Can I just show up at Versailles?

Visitors to the Palace must book in advance and select a specific time slot. We highly recommend that visitors pre-book their tickets online. Once you have booked your ticket online and printed it, go directly with your ticket to Entrance A of the Palace. Visitors eligible for free admission must pre-book online.

How do you not wait in line at Versailles?

The only guaranteed way to skip the line at Versailles is purchasing online skip the line admission/passport tickets. With them you only queue once at Gate B and this is usually 20 minutes long. On the other hand, lines at Gate A can easily extend up to 60 minutes.

Can I bring a water bottle to Versailles?

food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum; picnics are not allowed in the gardens.

Are backpacks allowed at Versailles?

Visitors are requested not to visit the Palace with bags or suitcases. Large bags and suitcases are prohibited. No bags larger than the maximum size (55cm x 35cm x 20cm) will be admitted, and all bags must be checked and left at the left luggage desk.

Is 4 hours enough for Versailles?

Palace of Versailles: Between 1 hour and a half and 2 hours. Stroll through the Versailles Gardens: 2 hours. Visit to the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon and the Queen's Village: 1 hour.

Is 3 hours enough for Versailles?

To tour the inside of the palace thoroughly, it takes around 2-3 hours. Allow longer if you want to explore the gardens.

Can you wear shorts at Versailles?

Be aware of the dress code. While the Palace of Versailles is open to the public, it is still a Royal Palace and visitors are expected to dress accordingly. This means no sandals, shorts, sleeveless shirts, or hats.

Is Versailles crowded on Sundays?

To avoid the crowd, prefer visiting the Palace during the weekdays. During the week-end, prefer coming Saturday at the opening (9:00 a.m.) or after 4:30 p.m. Sundays are generally very busy (I avoid the first Sunday of every month from November to March : it's free but crowded).

How do you beat the crowds at Versailles?

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Can you do Versailles and the Louvre in the same day?

Visit Versailles and Le Louvre in one day. Our package is all inclusive: it is a combination between our Private Louvre tour & our Versailles half day Unmissables. During this private tour from Le Louvre to Versailles, you will visit both sights and you will discover the highlights and history of each sites.

Is Versailles a full day trip?

1 day is the ideal time frame to discover, while taking your time, all the wonders and secrets of Versailles. Thanks to our priority access ticket to Versailles, you will avoid a long queue at the entrance of the Castle during busy times.

Do you have to wear a mask in Versailles?

We recommend that visitors pre-book their tickets online and select a specific time slot to enter the Palace. Timed entry tickets are mandatory to access the Palace. Masks are compulsory for all visitors over the age of 11 (as per the governmental decree 2020-548 of 11 May 2020).

How often do the fountains go off at Versailles?

The fountains are flooded all day long :

The Neptune Fountain from 10am to 6.45pm* : 5 minutes every 15 minutes. The Mirror pool from 10am to 7pm* : 7 minutes every 10 minutes. The Water Theatre grove from 10am to 7pm*

Can you take pictures in Versailles?

In the gardens you're free to take pictures as you like, but inside you're not allowed to use flash, and in some rooms photography is forbidden entirely. If you're not sure about the restrictions, ask a tour guide or staff. Our last tip is to visit the Palace of Versailles early in the morning if you can.