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Bike tour to Versailles Palace from Saint-Merri, Paris - you’ll visit the market and Marie‑Antoinette’s Hamlet
On this full-day tour from Paris, you’ll meet at a train station in Paris and ride to Versailles with your guide to explore highlights like an award-winning French Farmers Market, where fabulous food stalls set the tone for the day; then you’ll cycle through the expansive Royal Domaine of Versailles across wheat fields, forests and lakes before enjoying a picnic on the grass. You’ll visit the intimate Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon, wander Queen Marie-Antoinette's Private Farm with its thatched-roof village and friendly sheep, and learn about King Louis’s extravagance and the French Revolution from a personable guide. The day culminates with a ticketed visit to the stunning Palace of Versailles and its iconic Hall of Mirrors, and all train and entrance tickets are included so you can focus on the sights and stories of Versailles without the hassle.
About this activity in Saint-Merri
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Full-day exploration of Versailles from Paris - ride the train to the Royal Domaine and visit the iconic Palace of Versailles and its Hall of Mirrors with timed entry.
- Cycle across the 2,000-acre estate to see wheat fields, green forests and serene lakes, then relax with a picnic by the swans.
- Wander a lively, award-winning French farmers’ market near Versailles and sample local produce (food and drinks are at your own expense).
- Discover the Grand and Petit Trianon and Marie-Antoinette’s charming private farm village - meet farm animals and explore thatched-roof cottages.
Important Information
- All train and palace entrance tickets are included; a knowledgeable guide leads your small group for a more personal Versailles experience.
- Suitable for a wide range of fitness levels - comfortable bicycles (plus kids’ bikes, tandem attachments and baby/infant seats if requested) are provided.
- Operates in all weather - dress appropriately for touring the grounds and bring ID for any travelers under 18 as requested.
- Not recommended if you weigh more than 270 pounds (122 kg); participants over 9 must be able to ride a bike solo.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at the designated Paris train station near Saint-Merri to board the RER or regional train to Versailles - exact meeting location and final details will be sent with your booking confirmation.
Includes
- Visit the Palace of Versailles with timed entrance tickets for a smooth, queued-free experience at the estate near Paris.
- Explore the Petit & Grand Trianon as part of your Versailles palace access to see the private retreats of French royalty.
- Gain entry to Marie-Antoinette’s private farm and village to experience the more intimate side of Versailles history.
- Shop like a local at the Versailles farmer’s market-great for tasting regional produce and picking up souvenirs.
- Ride comfortable, easy-to-ride bikes (including kids’ bikes and baby seats) for a scenic cycling route around Versailles.
- Travel with expert, engaging Versailles guides who bring local history to life across the palace grounds and gardens.
- Travel hands-off with round-trip train tickets between Paris and Versailles included for convenient transfers.
- Enjoy a small-group tour with limited participants for a more personal, relaxed Versailles sightseeing experience.
Excludes
- Food and drinks are not included-purchase snacks and meals at the Versailles farmer’s market or nearby cafés at your own expense.
- Gratuities are not included-tips for your guide or support staff are appreciated but optional.
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby for flexible connections to Versailles and surrounding attractions.
- Specialized infant seats are available-request them at booking to secure a safe ride for the youngest travelers.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels-the pace around the palace and grounds is manageable for most visitors.
- Operates in all weather conditions-dress appropriately for outdoor time at Versailles’ gardens, market, and farm.
- Bring ID for travelers under 18-required for verification during your visit to the estate.
- All participants over age 9 must be able to ride a bike solo to join the cycling portions of the Versailles tour.
- Children 6 months to 4 years may sit in a child seat on a parent’s bike; infant seats are available if advised at booking.
- Children 5 to 9 years can cycle solo if capable or ride using a tandem attachment bike for extra safety.
- Not recommended for travelers who weigh more than 270 pounds (122 kilos) due to equipment limits.
Customer Reviews
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Summary:
We had a fantastic time on our bike tour! Our guide was friendly and personable. He also shared just enough history to keep us informed but not so much to make it overwhelming. We loved shopping in the market for our picnic lunch. Riding around the property was amazing. We could not recommend this tour enough!
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We had an amazing day doing this tour with Gigi! He had high energy, spoke excellent English and made sure that we were all safe and having a great day. We met at a Starbucks and proceeded to take a train with our group of ten. We then we escorted to the area where we picked out our bike and rode into the town of Versailles. We had a tour of the indoor and outdoor market and all picked out and purchased our items for our picnic lunch. We had a lovely leisurely ride through the gardens of Versailles stopping frequently to learn about the various areas. Gigi had much knowledge of the history. After our picnic lunch we toured Marie-Antoinette's hamlet and then were on our own for the tour of the palace. Thank you Gig for making this day so very special, it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to France!
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The entire tour was flawless and exceeded all our expectations. The meeting point was easy to find, the bikes were in excellent condition, and the tour was fantastic. Our guide, William, was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights about the area’s history. Overall, it was a fun and memorable day—highly recommended!
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On this full-day tour from Paris you’ll visit the Palace of Versailles including timed entry to the Hall of Mirrors, cycle around the Royal Domaine’s 2,000 acres of wheat fields and forests, explore the Grand and Petit Trianon, and wander Marie-Antoinette’s Private Farm village. The day also includes time at an award-winning Versailles farmers market and a lakeside picnic.
Yes-this small group tour provides comfortable, easy-to-ride bikes with kids’ bikes, tandem attachments and baby seats available; children aged 6 months to 4 years can sit in a child seat, and 5–9 year olds can cycle solo or use a tandem attachment if capable.
You can sample food at the award-winning Versailles farmers market at your own expense and enjoy a picnic on the Domaine’s lawns; the tour operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately, and it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels with public transport nearby.
You’ll meet your guide at a train station in Paris and board the included round-trip train to Versailles, making travel between Saint-Merri, Paris and Versailles simple and stress-free as part of the tour package.
Yes-your tour price covers round-trip train tickets from Paris to Versailles and timed entrance tickets to the Palace of Versailles, plus access to the Grand and Petit Trianon and Marie-Antoinette’s Private Farm village.
An engaging, expert Versailles guide accompanies you throughout the day, sharing stories about King Louis’ extravagance, the French Revolution, the Private Farm, and the history of the Palace, making the sightseeing, cultural and historical elements accessible and entertaining.
