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Château de Versailles
Paris Half a day (4–6 h) Tue–Sun 9:00–18:30
Louis XIV's palace of mirrors, gardens and the Trianon estate.
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1 experience · free cancellation on mostAbout Château de Versailles
The Château de Versailles is the grandest statement of absolute monarchy in Europe — the Hall of Mirrors, the royal apartments, and 800 hectares of formal gardens, fountains and the Trianon estate.
A Passport ticket covers the whole domain; allow a full half-day.
Know before you go
- Timed entry — arrive within your 30-minute slot
- Security screening at the gate; no large bags or suitcases
- The estate is huge — wear comfortable shoes
- Gardens are free on weekdays (fountains are ticketed on show days)
Plan your visit
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 9:00–18:30
Last entry 18:00
Gardens 8:00–20:30
Closed
Closed Mondays
Typical visit
Half a day (4–6 h)
Best time to visit
Arrive at 9:00 opening; the Hall of Mirrors is calmest before 10:00. Musical Fountain shows run weekends, Apr–Oct.
Getting there
RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche, then a 10-min walk
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