The brainchild of King Louis XIV and former home to Marie Antoinette, Versailles Palace holds a special place in French history. Just 15 miles southwest of Paris, this 87 million square foot complex continues to astonish guests with its jaw-dropping architecture and well-manicured gardens. On your Versailles Palace & Gardens Tour you will see both the natural and cultural treasures of Versailles with skip-the-line privileges and a golf cart rental. As an added bonus, there is a special add-on excursion to Impressionist Claude Monet’s former studio in Giverny. Your Versailles Palace & Gardens in a Golf Cart Tour begins with a trip through the famous vast Versailles Gardens in a comfortable four-seat golf cart. A few highlights include Louis XIV’s private retreat "The Grand Trianon" and Marie Antoinette’s former estate. If you are lucky, you might get to see a seasonal water show at the garden’s central fountains. When you are finished exploring the garden grounds, it’s time to skip-the-line and head inside Versailles Palace. Of all the 2,300 rooms in this palace, the most famous has to be the 240-foot long Galerie des Glaces. Imagine what it must have felt like back in the 17th century when visitors saw themselves for the very first time in a full-length mirror, something never experience before. This hall has 357 mirrors to be exact, a true sight for sore eyes. Throughout the centuries, this hall was used for more than just vanity. It has witnessed many prominent historical events, including the signing of the Treaty of Versailles after WWI. After touring the marvelous Hall of Mirrors, you will have the opportunity to visit the 18th century Royal Chapel, which is actually the fifth church on property. Modeled on both Ancient and Gothic designs, the Royal Chapel is best known for its colorful ceiling paintings and its historic organ. From the sacred to the secular, your tour guide will then lead you to the sumptuous State Apartment where the king would meet with various dignitaries every day. Later in your tour, you will see the more intimate areas of Versailles Palace including the king and queen’s former apartments and bedchambers. Here you’ll learn fascinating stories about the hundreds of servants who would scramble to attend the king and queen's every need… including taking off their clothes and accompanying them to the toilet! In the queen’s former chambers, you will also gain a greater appreciation for Marie Antoinette’s profound influence on the evolution of French fashion. ADD ON: Private Chauffeur At an additional cost, guests can also opt for a private chauffeured driver who will pick you up from your city center hotel and drop you off at the end of the day. This addition offers the ultimate in convenience as you will get to safely leave your belongings in the car as you explore Versailles (and Giverny, if added) with your tour guide.