France
Most international visitors arrive in France via Paris's major airports, which connect well to Versailles.
Duty-free shops, fashion boutiques, souvenir stores.
A wide range of restaurants, cafes, and snack bars.
Major international car rental companies have counters (DiscoverCars.com).
Readily available throughout the airports.
Airline and independent lounges for eligible passengers.
Staff support with directions and transport information.
Trains are the most common and efficient way to reach Versailles from Paris. Three different lines connect Paris to Versailles, each arriving at a different station.
Seamless travel within Schengen, and specific notes on buses.
Renting a car for a day trip from Paris to Versailles is generally not recommended due to traffic, expensive parking, and efficient public transport.
Traffic, especially entering and exiting Paris, can be heavy during rush hours. Factor this into your travel time. Many French motorways are toll roads (cash or credit card).
Versailles is an inland destination, so direct sea or river arrivals do not apply.
River transport mainly involves leisure activities, not direct transit to Versailles.
Standard Schengen entry procedures at your first port of entry for non-Schengen arrivals.
From coastal ports, train or bus to Paris, then RER to Versailles.
Versailles is inland; no direct sea or river cruise port.
No specific exit fees for tourists departing France via air or land. Any airport taxes are usually in your airline ticket price.
Airports (CDG, ORY) and major train stations offer a full range of facilities.
France's largest international airport.
Second-largest, mostly European flights.
Major train station in Paris, hub for international departures like Eurostar.
The RER C train is a popular and efficient way to travel from central Paris to Versailles.
