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The 15 Best Garden Tours & Day Trips

334 tours  ·  from $4 a head

Everything with a gate, a guide or a shuttle attached, in one list. The 15 below are the garden days worth a full slot in the itinerary, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access - The first 90 minutes inside the palace
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Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

1.Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,429 reviews · 2 hours · from $76Our pick

Meet your guide near Versailles, not at the palace, for a 90-minute tour of the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and Hall of Mirrors. Guides such as Gabriella, Valerie, and Anne-Sophie bring the royal drama to life. Afterward, explore the gardens at your own pace, with Trianon access available as an upgrade.

“Alliette was personable and funny! Having a guide to provide context was absolute with the price and being able to skip the long line was a nice bonus!”

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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour - Meeting at the Ehrenhof Fountain
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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

2.Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,739 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

Meet under the green umbrella at the Ehrenhof Fountain for a two-hour guided visit with priority entry, a headset, and 22 palace rooms. Guides such as Lisa, Inga, and Siri bring Habsburg court life to life with humor, then point you toward the gardens and Gloriette.

“Steffan our guide simply could not have been better. Wonderful friendly manner and very knowledgeable. Dealt with every question patiently and fully. Top marks and many thanks”

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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option - Meeting at the Welcome Visitor Centre
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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

3.Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7,022 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35

Choose a guided visit to the Alhambra’s Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens, or take a two-hour walk around the complex without palace entry. Official guides such as Hector, Carlos, and Antonio bring the site’s art, politics, and architecture into focus.

“Our group wasn’t able to get tickets to enter the La Alhambra but this tour was probably the next best thing. Our guide was also very good, she was very knowledgeable.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour - Sisi Museum: the woman behind the legend
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour

4.Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,918 reviews · 2h 30m · from $61

Spend 150 minutes with a licensed guide at Vienna’s Hofburg, Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments. Hear Sisi’s personal story, see the Spanish Riding School, and walk through Heldenplatz and Burggarten. Tours run in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish, with groups capped at 25.

“Excellent communication from the tour provider before the tour to ensure the meeting point was easy for everyone to find. The tour guide, Mario, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and kept the tour running well. Plenty of opportunities to take photos.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour - Inside the 22 imperial rooms
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

5.Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,411 reviews · 2h 30m · from $76

Spend 2.5 hours at Schönbrunn Palace with a licensed guide such as Alex, Mario, or Nicole. Timed entry covers 22 rooms, followed by courtyards, fountains, the Roman Ruins, and views toward the Gloriette. Choose English, German, French, Italian, or Spanish.

“Our guide Peter is very knowledgeable.The palace was very nice although I believe the garden will look magnificent at summer.”

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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access - Meeting in Paris and riding to Versailles
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From Paris: Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access

6.Versailles Palace Guided Tour & Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,574 reviews · 330 - 570 minutes · from $84

Travel from central Paris by air-conditioned coach, then tour Versailles with an English-speaking guide such as Mauro, Lucia, or Vladina. See the State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and Hall of Mirrors, then explore the gardens. Choose a longer visit for Marie Antoinette’s estate.

“This was a wonderful experience. We learnt so much from our guide. The way she explained and told stories was so relatable and interesting. Transport was very efficient and clean. A great day!”

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Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris - The Palace: Grand Rooms and Royal Theater
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Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris

7.Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,390 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Meet near Café Pierre Hermé, ride the train with an English-speaking guide, and tour Versailles highlights including the Hall of Mirrors and royal apartments. Afterward, choose between exploring the gardens and Trianon Estate or returning to Paris independently.

“Beautiful building and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. It also helped going off season and we did not have to wait in any lines however the gardens were not as pretty as they would be in the spring or summer.”

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Amsterdam: Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise - A one-hour cruise among working windmills
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Amsterdam: Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise

8.Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,819 reviews · 8 hours · from $64

Take a luxury coach from Amsterdam to Warmond for a 60-minute cruise past working windmills and polders up to 5 meters below sea level. Then explore Keukenhof at your own pace, with frequent buses back to Amsterdam until 18:30. Commentary is offered in six languages.

“We really loved the Windmill cruise part of this tour. The crew were so happy and helpful, the boat was immaculate and we could've stayed on it for another hour easily taking in the gorgeous views and amazing Windmills. Although the Keukenhof Gardens were packed with people when we went, it was a fantastic sight to experience and I'm glad we went. I would however say its worth bringing a picnic with you if you're making a day of it as the food and drink is pretty expensive.”

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Marrakech: Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour - Jemaa el-Fnaa gives you your first bearings
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Marrakech: Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour

9.Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,802 reviews · 3 hours · from $20Best value

Start at Jemaa el-Fnaa and follow a local guide through Ben Youssef Madrasa, Mouassine, the Secret Garden, and the Medina souks. Guides such as Abdel, Ali, Abdul, and Hassan are praised for clear stories, humor, and help with shopping and artisan visits. Plan for entrance fees, cash, and plenty of walking.

“Excellent guided tour. Our guide Jawad was very friendly and patient. He gave us enough time to explore around and even shop. Really pleased.”

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Rome: Borghese Gallery and Gardens Guided Small-Group Tour - Meeting your guide at Piazzale del Museo Borghese
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Rome: Borghese Gallery and Gardens Guided Small-Group Tour

10.Borghese Gallery and Gardens Guided Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,783 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $60

Spend 2.5 hours with an English-speaking art guide inside the Borghese Gallery and around its gardens. Expect reserved entry, headsets, a group of no more than 15, and close looks at Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte, Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael.

“Everything was great Out guide Francesca was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor.”

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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour - The road through the Gorges of the Wolf
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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

11.Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,707 reviews · 9 hours · from $129

Spend nine hours with a bilingual driver-guide exploring the Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Lake Sainte-Croix, and seasonal lavender fields. Guides such as Matt, Justine, Roman, and Denis are praised for scenic stops, local tips, and careful mountain driving. Pickup from Nice is included.

“The trip was excellent. Roman was very friendly and very funny throughout. He was very knowledgable about the places we visited. The locations were amazing. Highly recommend this trip. Mark D”

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Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver - The BC Ferries crossing through the Gulf Islands
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Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

12.Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,703 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel by coach and BC Ferries from downtown Vancouver to Victoria. Your day includes a 90-minute Gulf Islands crossing, admission to Butchart Gardens, and two hours to explore Victoria. Guides such as Anthony, Bobby, Leslie, and Andy are praised for clear timing and local stories.

“Had an amazing time on the ferry from Vancover to Victoria. The islands we passed were gorgeous. The Butchart Gardens were spectacular in the fall. Visited both in the summer and fall, fall time was totally different. Vibrant colors made for a beautiful place. Walking on the waterfront on a beautiful sunny day with family was the highlight of our trip. If visiting Vancover, make sure you spend a day in Victoria on the ferry, and enjoy the views.”

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Versailles Full Day Bike Tour with Palace, Gardens, & Picnic - Grand Canal: the best lunch setting of the day
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Versailles Full Day Bike Tour with Palace, Gardens, & Picnic

13.Versailles Full Day Bike Tour with Palace, Gardens, & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,217 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131Top rated

Ride about 10 miles through Versailles with an English-speaking guide, shop at Place du Marché Notre Dame, picnic beside the Grand Canal, visit the Trianons and Queen’s Hamlet, then enter the palace. Guides such as Rory, Jesse, Nick, Annie, and Toby are praised for clear history and careful pacing.

“Great way to visit Versailles. Loved seeing the gardens via a bike. The guide was amazing- so knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Granada: Alhambra Guided Tour with Nasrid Palaces & Gardens - Starting at the Alhambra Complex
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Granada: Alhambra Guided Tour with Nasrid Palaces & Gardens

14.Alhambra Guided Tour with Nasrid Palaces & Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,190 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Spend three hours at the Alhambra with entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens. A live guide explains Moorish architecture, royal life, myths, and Granada’s past. English, Spanish, and French tours are available, with private and small-group options.

“It was really amazing tour . Specially our guide Alfredo was vert professional and good guide.”

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Rome: Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small Group Guided Tour - Bernini, Canova, and Caravaggio Inside the Villa
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Rome: Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small Group Guided Tour

15.Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,190 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Join an English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 15 for 90 minutes inside the Borghese Gallery, with headsets and reserved entry. Then spend about an hour in Villa Borghese Gardens, ending at Pincio Terrace above Piazza del Popolo.

“Well done. Meeting place was a little confusing, but the tour was excellent .very knowledgeable guide.”

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