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Versailles Palace
Versailles Palace tours from ParisIf you come to Paris for at least two days, don't miss Versailles Palace and the superb Versailles Park. It takes a minimum of four hours and 42 euros to visit Versailles on a tour by train from Paris. If you have a full day, combine the visit of Versailles Palace with Giverny near Versailles or Versailles Palace with Paris. If you want to go on your own, consider metro or train for the Paris to Versailles trip or book a taxi. Avoid Tuesdays when Versailles Palace is crowded. It is a good idea to stay overnight in beautiful Versailles city. |
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 The Hall of Mirrors in Versailles Palace |
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History of Versailles PalaceVersailles 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. The construction ended in 1684 with the Hall of Mirrors. The Trianons were added in the 18th century. |
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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 informationThe Hall of Mirrors, King's and Queen's bedrooms are the masterpieces of Versailles Palace. Book long in advance and go to a concert in Versailles Palace. More Versailles Palace facts. Locate Versailles Palace on Paris map. Versailles Palace interactive map. |
 Versailles Palace: fountain in Versailles Park |
 Versailles Palace: lunch at Petite Venise in Versailles Park |
Versailles ParkThe Grand Canal, Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon, the fountains turn Versailles Park into a marvel. Spend as much time in Versailles Park as you can. Rent a boat on the Grand Canal (1 hour costs 15 euros) or a bicycle in the park (1 hour costs 6.50 euros). See detailed rates and hours. Go to one good restaurant: La Flottille or La Petite Venise (Lunch at La Petite Venise is included in Versailles Palace full day tour). |
