Versailles: Food & Palace Bike Tour
Escape the Hustle & Bustle of the City
On our Versailles Bike Tour join us to ride, taste & explore on this truly memorable day trip. Escape the crowds, skip the line, explore the Château, gardens & discover secret places seen by few tourists and even unknown to Parisians.
If you are looking for a unique experience, out of the city, away from hoards of tourists, and want to make the most of your time in Versailles- look no further than this day trip..
What's Included




















- Duration: Full Day
- Intermediate Cycling
- Central Paris Meeting Point
- Travel to Versailles by Train
- Group Size: Up to 12
- Skip the Line Access
- Hosted in English
- Guaranteed Departure
- Adult: €134
- Under 18: €97
- Petit 2-4yrs: €37
When: Tues, Fri, Sat , Sun
Book with Confidence: Any experience can be cancelled up to 24hrs before the experience starts.
Still have questions? We are here to help.
What to Expect
Why walk with the crowds & stand in line when you can ride a bike & skip the line?
We take the train to Versailles, hop on bikes to explore our beautiful town & award winning food market to eat crêpes, wine taste & shop like a local for a French picnic lunch. We ride through the breath-taking Royal Gardens, admire Louis’ fountains, indulge in market treats whilst hearing all the gossip & scandalous tales of the French Royal Family.
There is no better place to picnic & relax in the sun!
Having worked up an appetite we lay out our authentic French picnic lunch by the Grand Canal. Post picnic we Skip the Line through a dedicated side entrance reserved for licensed guides to explore the Château: State Rooms, King’s bedroom & Hall of Mirrors. We are proud to be one of the few tours licensed to guide inside the Palace.
Good to Know
All adult guests must be ale to ride a bike. Leisurely riding on this tour – far from the Tour de France!
- Meet in Central Paris & travel together to Versailles.
- Bikes based in Versailles (no need to carry them on the train).
- Bikes available for all ages: including childseats & tandems.
- Fountains are turned on: Saturdays & Sundays in summer.
- Full Versailles Access Included, Picnic at guest’s cost.
- Return to Paris around 6pm
Prefer A Private Tour?
All of our tours are available as private experiences which are tailored just for you – Versailles at your pace with only your favourite people.
Tour Highlights & Inclusions
- Versailles' Award-Winning Open Air Food Market
- Skip-the-Line Access to Château de Versailles
- Pro Guided Tour included inside the Château
- Hall of Mirrors & King's Bedroom
- Grand & Petit Trianons
- Picnic by the Grand Canal (*picnic at guest's cost)
- Versailles Inner Royal Gardens
- Musical Fountain Show (turn on Saturdays & Sundays)
- Explore the Grounds of Versailles
- Queen's Hamlet
- Classy Bike & Optional Helmet
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This was such a good way to see Versailles, including the gardens. The brunch was also good. Claudio was a great guide and also very knowledgeable. I signed up for... read moreThis was such a good way to see Versailles, including the gardens. The brunch was also good. Claudio was a great guide and also very knowledgeable. I signed up for this experience solo and also ended up meeting a ton of great people. I'd recommend this to anyone that wants to have a perfect day in Versailles. read less
KristaDo yourself a favor and book this tour! It is so thoughtfully organized and joyfully hosted. Nicolas was a dream, the picnic was fab and fellow travelers were great. ... read moreDo yourself a favor and book this tour! It is so thoughtfully organized and joyfully hosted. Nicolas was a dream, the picnic was fab and fellow travelers were great. A perfect way to see Versailles! Our family loved every minute! read less
MargaretThis tour was magical, arguably the best of all the tours we did this trip.
Partly surreal, we were given 45 minutes to shop the local market at the base... read moreThis tour was magical, arguably the best of all the tours we did this trip.
Partly surreal, we were given 45 minutes to shop the local market at the base of Versailles to find our foods for our picnic on the canals in view of the palace while rowboats and birds swan and flew around surrounded by trees and grass and of course the unbelievable views of the structure in the distance draped by the pastel colors of our cute vintage style Parisian bikes. We played the Beatles on our phone while we had fresh bread and couscous and vegetables and chicken we got at the expansive market. Sitting there was enough to bring a tear to the eye. What a romantic time, and you don’t need a lover you can share the romance of life’s beauty and history with a friend all the same.
This was but 1 leg of the tour. The best one for sure but still a charming venture to say the least, and how quality the experience is will be up to you. But this will be a memory to cherish for forever, I strongly recommend it. read lessNicholas -
If you want to go to Versailles, this is the best way to do it. Not only do you get a wonderful highlights tour of the château with fascinating stories... read moreIf you want to go to Versailles, this is the best way to do it. Not only do you get a wonderful highlights tour of the château with fascinating stories of its inhabitants, but you also get a magnificent bike ride to, from, and around the chateau and it’s grounds! And if that wasn’t grand enough, the picnic that they arrange is plentiful and delicious. We had baguettes, meat, cheese, fruit, pastries, and of course wine. I would absolutely do this again! Thanks so much to the whole team at Boutique Bicycle Tours 🤩 read less
JeniWhat can I say, the glowing reviews are all true! This Versailles experience was a blast. Our two guides were amazing (shoutout to Iryna and Nicolas)! Very knowledgeable, friendly, supportive... read moreWhat can I say, the glowing reviews are all true! This Versailles experience was a blast. Our two guides were amazing (shoutout to Iryna and Nicolas)! Very knowledgeable, friendly, supportive and fun. I was running late and missed the train to Versailles, but Stu gave me directions, waited for me at the arrival station and I was able to catch up with the group. Thank you so much, team! You truly are the best 🙂 read less
QuynhThis was definitely one of our favorites. A wonderful tour of Versailles both inside and out. Stu and Nikki are knowledgeable, but also know how to make history fun.... read moreThis was definitely one of our favorites. A wonderful tour of Versailles both inside and out. Stu and Nikki are knowledgeable, but also know how to make history fun. They have the experience to make a group of disparate people comfortable so that there is no awkwardness, and everyone can enjoy themselves. Bike riding in Versailles is a must do. The bikes were comfortable and the estate is magnificent. The picnic lunch was perfect and we cannot thank them enough for such a fabulous day! read less
Margot -
It was a lot of fun. Trip to Versailles would not be complete without them. Stu and Nik were amazing!!
TinaThis was a lovely experience and our guide Elyse was very knowledgeable about Versailles. She was very conscious of taking care of each of us during the biking adventure through... read moreThis was a lovely experience and our guide Elyse was very knowledgeable about Versailles. She was very conscious of taking care of each of us during the biking adventure through town and then later while biking in the garden. It was a wonderful revelation to be having our picnic in an area that we had recently viewed while overlooking the canal. The picnic was first class, and we loved our group. It was an amazing way to experience Versailles and get out into the country. I would highly recommend this for people who have some biking experience. read less
DianeWe loved our time Marijka. We especially loved our time in the local market and we’re so lucky to be there on a Friday when the full outdoor market was... read moreWe loved our time Marijka. We especially loved our time in the local market and we’re so lucky to be there on a Friday when the full outdoor market was in action too. It was a full day of biking and history and suited our family well. It was a day we’ll spent in Versailles! read less
Carolyn -
What an amazing day!! I would highly recommend this experience! From biking the grounds, walking around the market, learning about the monarchy and touring the palace, it was an incredible... read moreWhat an amazing day!! I would highly recommend this experience! From biking the grounds, walking around the market, learning about the monarchy and touring the palace, it was an incredible day! The tour is full of wonderful stories and very interesting facts. Maeva was an amazing tour guide with such a friendly smile and energetic personality! She made sure everyone felt included and answered any questions we had at any point along the way. She is very knowledgeable and you can tell how much she loves her job and the city of Versailles! You will not regret booking this experience! read less
LindsayThis tour was the absolute highlight of my trip to France. They were the kindest, enthusiastic, organized, punctual, and down to earth people. We spent most of our time with... read moreThis tour was the absolute highlight of my trip to France. They were the kindest, enthusiastic, organized, punctual, and down to earth people. We spent most of our time with Niki and Iryne and I cannot imagine having a better duo as our guides. It was such a fun day, we avoided of crowds, we went to a local quaint market, and had the cutest picnic on the Versailles garden grounds. It felt like we were the only group of people on that massive property. I am beyond happy with this experience and can continue to rave about the positivity we encountered. They were so knowledgable and excited about educating us, which made it even better and such a joy. I highly, highly, highly recommend this!! read less
AmandaWonderful experience! Definitely a highlight of our trip to Paris. We experienced Versailles in a whole new light. Definitely recommend to anyone.
Hannah
You'll Love
Floating past the long lines, with your own guide to chaperone you skillfully through the Château, sharing stories at every turn.
Feeling like a local as you explore the town of Versailles, and it’s award-winning market!
Riding away from the crowds to explore the very best of Versailles.
Easy to find.
Our Versailles Bike Tour meets at a train station in central Paris:
Gare Montparnasse, 17 Boulevard de Vaugirard, 75015 Paris
Please meet us at the top level of the Montparnasse train station, under the Platform 20 & 21 sign.
We take the train to Versailles where bikes are ready & waiting. We recommend using the app City Mapper to navigate your way around.
Want to meet directly in Versailles? No problem, just let us know
Frequently Asked Questions
It is almost as if Versailles was designed with our bike tour in mind. The majority of our ride takes place within the Royal Gardens, where we can enjoy stress-free cycling, far from the traffic and crowds. Outside of the gardens, cycle paths weave their way throughout the town and are set on the footpaths, away from traffic.
Our Versailles Bike Tour meets at a train station in central Paris:
Gare Montparnasse, 17 Boulevard de Vaugirard, 75015 Paris
Please meet us at the top level of the Montparnasse train station, in Hall 1, under the Platform 20 & 21 sign.
Do feel free to come earlier for a coffee & croissant to kick start your day.
Once in Versailles we saddle up on bikes that are stored at our base in Versailles.
We frequently have children join our tours, and have a fleet of children’s bikes, tandems, child-seats and helmets for them – we love sharing the day with families and take great pride in entertaining and ensuring the safety of all ages throughout the day.
*Whenever possible we try to group families together which can great when the children are of similar ages.
Of course. All our tours of Versailles include a guided tour of the Palace with a fully licensed member of our team. We do not abandon you with an audio guide. We use earpieces so you can hear your guide, can ask questions & don’t miss a thing! If there is one Palace in the world to visit, this is the one!
We limit our group sizes to 12 riders per group in Versailles to keep you safe, cover more ground & offer a personalised experience.
Absolutely not, our bikes are located in Versailles.
Yes, simply let us know in the notes section when you book and we will contact you with details of where and when to meet us in Versailles.
We provide all the essentials for your day in Versailles; all you need to remember is to pack your camera and some euros for your picnic lunch.
Yes, we include the inner gardens and fountain show as part of our tours. However, please note the fountains only turn on at set times, on set dates – every Saturday & Sunday in the summer.
We still visit the inner gardens on days the fountains do not run as Versailles “was a garden before a castle, a feast before a garden, a night before a thousand suns. If you want to understand Versailles, one must first walk through its gardens”.
No. All tickets, travel (including train tickets to and from Versailles), access to Versailles, the gardens, the Hamlet and the fountains are all included.
Versailles: Food & Palace Bike Tour
This is our most comprehensive tour of Versailles. It is a full day but not structured like a normal tour with plenty of time to relax, drink wine, ride a bike and explore. On this tour we visit:
- The town of Versailles
- The award-winning farmers market
- The Inner Gardens & Fountains (on set days)
- Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet
- Picnic by the Grand Canal
- Guided Tour of the Château
- Picnic lunch at guest’s cost, while exploring the local farmer’s market
Bike & Brunch: The Best of Versailles
This tour is designed for those travellers who wish to see as much of Versailles as possible in just half a day. On this tour we visit:
- The town of Versailles
- The Inner Gardens
- Picnic by the Grand Canal
- Guided Tour of the Château
- Lunch provided