The Palace of Versailles, with its opulent Hall of Mirrors and King’s Grand Apartments, tops the list. Don't miss the exquisite Gardens of Versailles, the Trianon Palaces, and Marie Antoinette’s Estate. Discovering the Royal Chapel and the Gallery of Coaches are also highly recommended.
Children will enjoy the rich history of the Palace of Versailles with its many stories. The Gardens of Versailles offer a maze and spacious grounds for play. Lastly, the Queen’s Hamlet provides a rustic, charming experience with its farm and quaint buildings.
Exploring the extensive Gardens of Versailles, renting a rowboat on the Grand Canal, and cycling around the estate's extensive trails offer fresh air and exercise amidst stunning views. Picnics in the Park of the Palace of Versailles are also a favorite.
Indoor exploration includes traversing the Palace of Versailles, admiring the artwork in the Gallery of Battles, experiencing the royal opera house, and browsing through the history in the Museum of the History of France.
The best Versailles tours include the guided Palace of Versailles tours that cover the State Apartments, the King's Private Apartments, and the Versailles Gardens and Fountains Show. Estate of Trianon tours and the Musical Gardens tour are also favorites.
The most popular museums in Versailles encompass the Palace History Gallery, Coach Gallery, and the Museum of French History, each offering unique insights into the nation's artistic, cultural, and royal heritage.
For rainy days, the Palace of Versailles and its numerous galleries offer ample indoors exploration. The Coach Gallery and the Estate of Trianon present fascinating tours away from the weather.
Short tours that take an hour or less include the self-guided tours of the Gardens of Versailles, the Sculpture and Moulding Galleries, or a quick visit to the Royal Chapel or the King's Garden Grove.