2009 – The inauguration of the Royal Railings and the statue of Louis XIV on the Place d’Armes. Parking is available at the parking of Grand Trianon for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate). Enjoy a fully immersive experience and freely explore the King’s and Queen’s State Apartments, the Royal Chapel, the Royal Opera House, the Hall of Mirrors, and so much more! 2006 – The restoration of the Gilt Room of Marie-Antoinette. VersaillesVR: the Palace is Yours combines strong innovation and a desire to share the rich history of the Palace. Hall … 1811 – Napoleon’s stays to the Grand Trianon. This large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc. - Full Price: € 8 1892 – Pierre de Nolhac and the revival of Versailles. If you have booked a guided tour, the meeting place is at the North Ministers Wing to the right in the Cour d'Honneur. Where is the Hall of Mirrors? For the permanent circuit, the audioguide is available in 11 languages: French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese-Mandarin, Korean, Russian and Polish. The Palace is open every day, except Mondays, from 9 am to 6.30 pm during the high season (April to October) and from 9 am to 5.30 pm during the low season (November to March). It was in the 1780s, during Louis XVI’s reign, that trends in women's and men's fashion began to emerge. Vestibule of the Dufour pavillion (entrance A): every day from the opening of the Palace till 30 minutes before last admission, ie 5.30 pm in high season and 4.30 pm in low season. From the Grand Canal to the King’s bedchamber, including the Orangerie, the Hall of Mirrors and the Colonnade grove, Chaos to Perfection takes the visitor on a tour of Versailles. These days, concerts are performed here all year round. Coach parking is only available at the Place d'Armes or at the crossroads of the Grand and Petit Trianon in the park. The virtual tour gives you access to more than 150 works of art with commentary from the museum’s scientific teams. The toilets are on your right in the basement by the Gabriel Stairs. In this shop you can purchase a range of themed products, books, guides, postcards, etc. 1785 – The “Grand Project” for the reconstruction of the façades of the palace facing the town. Parking at the Trianon Crossroads is only permitted for coaches (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate) . There is a charge for access by car, except for disabled visitors (with valid permit). 1892 – Pierre de Nolhac and the revival of Versailles. 1811 – Napoleon’s stays to the Grand Trianon. Under the Ancien Régime, these rooms were the apartments of the royal princes, before Louis-Philippe transformed them to present a brief history of France through works ranging from the Baptism of Clovis to Louis XVI giving La Pérouse his instructions. the Trianon car park (inside the Estate at the Trianon Palaces crossroads). It provides access to all unaccompanied routes. Offer it to your loved ones as well! 2. The Hall of Mirrors is halfway through the Grand Apartments tour in the central section of the Palace. 2011-2012 – The restoration of the Mercury Salon. The entrance to the Grand Trianon is on the left as you face the building. 1662 – Louis XIV’s visits to Versailles. You can connect to a free WiFi hub. This large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc. They are in the Dufour pavilion, after entrance A on your left. 1785 – The “Grand Project” for the reconstruction of the façades of the palace facing the town. Although Versailles had been the official seat of the Court since1682, the King also lived at his other royal residences. A French inspired menu with classics of our cuisine, alongside light and quick snacks, desserts and gourmet pastries. 1715-1722 – At the death of Louis XIV, after 7 years of absence, the return of Louis XV at Versailles. It can be found after the tour of the State Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's staircase, or straight after the Royal Courtyard. It is advised for groups to enter through the Chapel Gate that is much less used than the Honour Gate. The toilets are on your right in the basement by the Gabriel Stairs. 1867 – “Marie-Antoinette” exhibition in the Petit Trianon. Visitors who have purchased a ticket for this time will be reimbursed. Their portraits surround that of the Wedding of Louis, Duke of Burgundy, and Marie Adélaïde of Savoy, 7 December 1697, by Antoine Dieu (18th century). ( December 25th : 12am to 5pm ), From November 16th to February 14th : annual closure, February 15th to late March: 10am to 5.30pm (last tickets at 4.30pm), April to October: 10am to 6.45pm (last tickets at 5.45pm), November and December: 10am to 5pm (last tickets at 4pm), 15 February to late March: 10am to 5.30pm (last tickets at 4.30pm). The gallery served for the monarch's daily passage to the Chapel and the Queen's Apartment. Opening hours: from 10am to 5.45pm during high season (from April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (from November to March). Résidence officielle des rois de France, le château de Versailles et ses jardins comptent parmi les plus illustres monuments du patrimoine mondial et constituent la plus … Mesdames, as the six daughters of Louis XV were referred to, settled there in 1752, but only two of them, Adelaide and Victoire, lived there until the Revolution. Parking is available on Bailly Walk for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate). By taking this tour, visitors can explore the apartments of the King and Queen of France. Through photogrammetry technology, the app recreates spaces just as they are in real life by using thousands of photographs. Entrance A is reserved to individual visitors with tickets. Where can I buy a ticket? You can access the restaurant ore - Ducasse from the vestibule of the Dufour Pavilion, accessible by the door on the left side of the entrance A. - Concessions: € 6,10 1771-1775 – The construction of the Gabriel Wing. * Visitors can disembark at each stop and board another mini-train later. Open a browser 1701 – The new bedchamber of Louis XIV. VersaillesVR: the Palace is Yours gives you the opportunity to freely explore the State Apartments, discover incredible new cultural and multimedia content, and enjoy an extraordinary range of works of art and furniture from every angle. The Palace of Versailles. This gate is open daily from 7:00AM to 8:30PM (high season). The Royal Chapel is accessible as part of a guided tour. On crowded days, we suggest coming at 9 am and starting your visit with the Palace. the Queen's Hamlet car park (across from the entrance to the farm). The room presents a unique selection of portraits, mostly "reception pieces". 1957 – The restoration of the Royal Opera. After taking the stairs at the end of the Gallery of History, your visit continues through the Galerie de Pierre Haute or the Louis XIV rooms. Musical Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens; Events; Patronage; Life on the estate. Explore this place . The Honour gate is the main entrance gate to the Estate. On certain days you can also visit the Gallery of Battles. It separates the Honour courtyard  from the Place d'Armes and is surrounded north-side by sculptures of the Victory of France over the Empire, by Gaspard Marsy, and south-side by sculptures of the Victory of France over Spain, by François Girardon. 1966 – The inauguration of the Grand Trianon restored. The rental will close between mid-November and the end of February. 1789-1792 – The Revolutionaries against Versailles. Paid parking is available at several locations at the Estate. However, the Passport ticket entitles you to visit the Palace, the Trianon palaces and the Marie-Antoinette's Estate as well as giving you access to the gardens, including Fountain Show and Musical Garden days. The Palace offers a whole set of services on site. Located in the South Ministers' Wing (to the left of the Honour Courtyard), this facility offers tickets for guided tours and the annual "1 year in Versailles " pass. With over 500 points of interest, "Bienvenue" also lets you explore the estate at your own pace and increase your knowledge of Versailles. Rates: Minimum 1 hour at €36/h, then 9€ for every additional 15 minutes  2008 – Restoration of the Apollo’s Bath grove. Not only can you visit the Palace, but you can also relive your visit and even improve it! For guided tours only (for other visits, access through the Grand Trianon). Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66  Reservation: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 96 – ore@ducasse-chateauversailles.com We recommend coming at 9.00 am to visit the Palace when it opens or plan your visit for late afternoon. * Visitors can disembark at each stop and board another mini-train later. To ensure the anti-terrorist security plan, opening hours of the gates have changed, every bag or vehicle is controlled upon access and large baggage items are not admitted on the Estate (exceeding 55x35x25 cm). Other  toilets, accessible for disabled visitors, are available at the end of the Gallery of Palace History. Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66 This room is dedicated to the royal residences. Il Palazzo. Close. 2008-2010 – The restoration of the roofs of the Marble Courtyard. During summer, every Saturday night discover the Gardens of Versailles differently with the Night Fountains shows. Every day, usually in the morning at 10am, the court would assemble for the King's mass. Visitors arrive at the Grand Apartments through the Gallery of the History of the Palace or the sculpture gallery. Entrance B is reserved to groups that have booked their visit. 1919 – The signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Caution, there are no toilets on the first floor of the Palace. 1682 – Installation of the court in Versailles. This new virtual reality visitors’ app allows you to discover the Palace as it is today and enjoy a wide range of exclusive cultural content. The audio guides are returned at the end of the visitor circuit, on the apartments of Louis XV’s daughters. There is also a shop and groups are catered for (60 pers. See the dates for Fountains shows, Musical Garden and Fountains Night Show. Guides, cultural mediation professional, artists will make you discover Versailles in different ways for all the family. 1811 – Napoleon’s stays to the Grand Trianon. It now gives access to the Royal Courtyard before finishing the tour of the Grand Apartments. 1675 – The large-scale landscaping of André Le Nôtre. There is even a feature which removes the chandeliers so you can see the ceilings of each room in incredible detail. This new virtual reality visitors’ app allows you to discover the Palace as it is today and enjoy a wide range of exclusive cultural content. Caution, there are no toilets on the first floor of the Palace. Every Thursday, an orchestra gives audiences the chance to discover selections the European repertoire from the 17th and 18th centuries. A baby-changing table is located in the basement near the toilets. Open every day except Monday, from 9am to 5.30pm. It is also the start point for guided tours. Which one should I choose? Last admission: 8PM, This gate is open daily from 8:00AM to 6:00PM (low season). This vast gallery (73 m in length, 10.5 m in height and 12.3 m in width) was constructed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart in 1678 and its vaulted ceiling was painted by Charles Le Brun between 1681 and 1684. The two virtual exhibitions suggest to decipher these codes which have emerged around the iconic figure of Marie-Antoinette. Shows, visits and guided tours: discover the program of the National Equestrian Academy for the 2017-2018 season. As well as exclusive access to commentaries and antiquities, the app allows you to look at the Palace’s furniture, paintings, and objets d’art objects as closely as you want and move them around as you wish. Thanks to the partnership between the Palace of Versailles and Google Arts & Culture, you can now visit the Palace of Versailles using virtual reality. Take part in the history of the palace of Versailles by supporting a project that suits you: adopt a linden tree, contribute to the missions of the Palace or participate in the refurnishing of the royal apartments. There are several paid car parks inside and outside the Estate. It is accessible by skirting the Palace on the right, rue Robert de Cotte. The room presents the Establishment of the Academy of Sciences and Foundation of the Observatory, 1666, by Henri Testelin (17th century). 1607 – The Dauphin, the future Louis XIII, visits the hunting lodge. Getting to the Palace. These cash registers enable payment for the Place d'Armes car park. Open from midday to 6.30pm during high season (April to October) and from midday to 5.30pm during low season (November to March). Versailles fashion still inspires great designers today. Caution, the Palace gets very crowded during the high season. Get there. Caution, the Palace gets very crowded during the summer. Rental is available every day except Mondays. The toilets are accessible in the basement of the Dufour Pavilion after entrance A. The Chamber can be visited halfway through the self-guided tour of the Grand Apartments. 2009-2010 – The restoration of the antechamber of the Queen's Grand Couvert. 2008 – Restoration of the Apollo’s Bath grove. Discover the 2020-2021 musical season programme. As well as detailed reconstitution of the rooms, the app includes high-definition photos of artwork in the Palace, which allow you to view the rich history of Versailles in unique conditions. 1970 – The restoration of the Games Salon of Louis XVI. 1924 – The sponsorship of John D. Rockefeller saves Versailles. Like them, they were turned into museum rooms by Louis-Philippe and recently restored to their state of princely apartments. During the month of October, the gate of the Chapel will be closed on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. 1998 – The restoration of the Dispatch Room. Ladurée is a Parisian patisserie founded in 1862, and visitors are invited to explore their retail outlet. Known as the Upper sculpture gallery due to its contents, it contains sculptures by Grand Condé, Turenne and Le Bossuet. Groups and events: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 98 – evenement@ducasse-chateauversailles.com. 1980 – The restoration of the bedchamber of Louis XIV. It has continued to be a historic location even after the monarchy: William I was declared Emperor of Germany here on 18 January 1871, and the Treaty of Versailles that ended the First World War was signed here on 28 June 1919. 2000-2008 – The restoration of the Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet.