4 h

By night

About this activity

Exclusively during the summer, the Versailles Gardens (Jardins de Versailles) come alive in the evenings as dusk falls over the Palace of Versailles (Château de Versailles). With your entrance ticket for the night fountain show, take time to explore the whole garden at your own pace.

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Versailles Gardens boast 1,977 acres (800 hectares) of groves filled with flowers, sculptures, winding labyrinths and ornate fountains. Enjoy a live orchestra of French Baroque music composed at the time of Louise XIV and performed by German conductor and violinist Reinhard Goebel and his orchestra the Musica Antiqua Köln. Admire the fountains as they are lit up by vibrant lights and pyrotechnics, adding even more color to the flourishing gardens.

At the end of your magical night, watch the incredible fireworks display in front of the Grand Canal.

Optional Pre-Show Dinner Cruise

To complete your evening, choose an optional pre-show dinner cruise down the River Seine in Paris. During the 8-mile (12-kilometer) river cruise, admire the sights of Paris including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame and enjoy an early-evening dinner including a starter, main course, dessert and drinks (wine, water and coffee).

After dinner, your driver will take you to Versailles to watch the spectacular night fountain show and fireworks display.

For a sample menu, please refer to the Itinerary section below.

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Included

Transport by air-conditioned minibus
3-course dinner cruise (if option selected)
Entry/Admission - Seine River
Entry/Admission - Grand Canal

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Dress code is smart casual for the dinner cruise (if option selected)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

35%

Aquatic

30%

Nightlife

25%

Reviews

4.5

14

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Alvin M

5 | 2015-11-07

Excellent. Been to Versailles several times when fountains not on. This was a first and the fireworks added an unexpected dimension.

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Norma M

5 | 2014-08-21

We visited Versailles in August so were able to view the castle and grounds in both daylight and night. It was magnificent. Wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot to see and you will do a lot of walking. The fireworks and dancing waters show were fabulous. We added the hotel pickup option and were very pleased we did. Our driver, Herve, was very knowledgeable about the history of the area, castle and reigning monarchies of that era. He showed us many interesting sights along the way. His enthusiasm and knowledge made this trip more pleasurable for everyone. I highly recommend this event.

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James F

5 | 2013-12-09

From pickup at my hotel, dinner cruise on the Seine, transfer to and entrance to Versailles and the firework show and transfer back to Paris, this was a top-rate experience. Our guide handled everything expertly and was very friendly and knowledgable. This tour is definitely worth the money.

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Rosemary K

4 | 2013-10-01

This was a great tour it would have been alot better had it not been pouring rain. The guide was fantastic the fireworks were great I wish the building had been open to go into.

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Carol C

4 | 2013-09-21

Beautiful. Despite the rain, wandering around the gardens, seeing the fountains lit and moving to music was incredible. The best fireworks show I've ever seen.

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Eleanor J

5 | 2013-08-19

Great experience, the garden is so bug with lovely feature fountains. The fireworks are 15mins at the end and are great.

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