Built as a hunting lodge in 1623, the Versailles Palace evolved into the seat of the French monarchy, then a museum, until the French Revolution forced the royal family to leave in 1789. In 1979, the Palace was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Sit...
Founded On
1837
Founded By
Louis Le Vau
ADDRESS
Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
RECOMMENDED DURATION
4 hours
Timings
Closed today
VISITORS PER YEAR
15000000
TICKETS
From $13.49
NUMBER OF ENTRANCES
5
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - SKIP THE LINE
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
UNESCO YEAR
1979
The Queen's House, nestled in the gardens, was rumoured to be haunted by Marie Antoinette's ghost, with sightings of her spectral apparitions wandering the premises.
Versailles nurtured a musical heritage as acclaimed composers like Jean-Baptiste Lully and Christoph Willibald Gluck crafted timeless masterpieces, contributing to an unparalleled musical legacy.
During the winter season, the vast Grand Canal at Versailles transformed into an enchanting ice-skating rink, providing the royal court with the exhilaration of gliding across frozen waters.
Palace of Versailles Guided Tours
Palace of Versailles Timed Entry Tickets with Optional Access to the Gardens
Combo (Save 5%): Louvre Museum + Versailles Palace Tickets
Passport Ticket to Versailles Palace + Premium Meal option in Versailles' Garden Restaurant La Flottille
