Versailles Palace

Versailles Palace tours from Paris

If you come to Paris for at least two days, don't miss Versailles Palace and the superb Versailles Park.

It takes half a day and 37 euros to visit Versailles on a tour from Paris. Prefer the full day visit if you can. Avoid Tuesdays when Versailles Palace is crowded.

If you want to go on your own, consider metro or train for the Paris to Versailles trip or book a taxi.

History of Versailles Palace

Versailles Palace, 16 kilometers west of Paris, was built by Louis XIV in the 17th century.

Louis XIV, the almighty King of France, was known as Sun King. He reigned 72 years until 1715.

In 1668, he commissioned Versailles Palace and Versailles Park to the greatest French artists.

Louis XIV wanted to settle far from Paris rebellious inhabitants and close to forests for hunting.

The largest in Europe, Versailles Palace housed 20 000 nobles. In 1789, Versailles Palace was abandonned at the outset of the revolution.

Versailles Palace was turned into a museum of French history in 1833. Repair work began in 1925, thanks to donators including David Rockefeller.

Versailles Palace information

The Hall of Mirrors, King's and Queen's bedrooms are the masterpieces of Versailles Palace.

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Versailles Park

The Grand Canal, Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon, the fountains turn Versailles Park into a marvel.

Spend as much time in the park as you can. Rent a boat on the Grand Canal or a bicycle in the park. Go to one of the two good restaurants: La Flotille and La Petite Venise (Lunch at La Petite Venise is included in Versailles Palace full day tour).