Top 5 luxury & private things to do in Fontainebleau

1. Full-day tour of Château de Fontainebleau and Barbizon Village

A full-day private tour from Paris — explore Château de Fontainebleau and Barbizon Village, with a local guide and a regional lunch included.

2. Private VIP tour of Château de Fontainebleau

Two and a half to three hours — private access with skip-the-line entry to explore the opulent galleries and history of Château de Fontainebleau with a personal guide.

3. Private tour of Fontainebleau Palace with skip-the-line tickets

Two hours exploring the Château de Fontainebleau — private guide, skip-the-line access, insights into eight centuries of French royal history.

“It was incredible! There was much more history to explore than at Versailles, with more rooms accessible for viewing, and it felt like we had it mostly to ourselves. Michelle was fantastic. I highly suggest this for anyone wanting a unique experience in Paris.”— Douglas_E

4. Hot-air balloon ride over Fontainebleau Forest

Three hours of adventure, including a one-hour flight over Fontainebleau Forest and the Château, with a traditional toast upon landing.

“I had a truly enjoyable and memorable experience. The pilot, Jean-Phillipe, was knowledgeable and helpful, even aiding me in returning to the train station. The ground service gentleman was also informative and supportive. I would definitely consider using this company again for future balloon rides.”— kmitch442

5. Private guided tour of Fontainebleau Palace

Two hours inside the Château de Fontainebleau — a private guide shows you the grand apartments and the ballroom, including Napoleon's bedroom.

“We had an excellent guide named Martine, who has over 25 years of experience leading tours. Martine was very knowledgeable, respectful, and engaging, sharing fascinating insights about the lives of kings, Emperor Napoleon, and others, all delivered with a great sense of humor.”— GeorgeIE_H