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Welcome to the Park
Located around the Grand Canal, the Park is a large expanse that is accessible free of charge.
The Park is open free of charge every day from 8 am to 8.30 pm during the high season (April to October). Last admission: 7.00 pm for vehicles and 8.00 pm for pedestrians.
The Park is open free of charge every day from 8 am to 6 pm during the low season (November to March). Last admission: 5.30 pm.
Welcome to the Park
Located around the Grand Canal, the Park is a large expanse that is accessible free of charge.
The Park is open free of charge every day from 8 am to 8.30 pm during the high season (April to October). Last admission: 7.00 pm for vehicles and 8.00 pm for pedestrians.
The Park is open free of charge every day from 8 am to 6 pm during the low season (November to March). Last admission: 5.30 pm.
Neptune Gate
The Neptune Gate separates the gardens from the park. On Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens days, there is a charge for access to the gardens. This gates closes at 6:00 PM.
Royal Star Gate
This gate is currently closed.
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
Neptune Gate
The Neptune Gate separates the gardens from the park. On Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens days, there is a charge for access to the gardens. This gates closes at 6:00 PM.
Sailors Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
The Sailors Gate opens onto the route de Saint-Cyr (D10), and gives access to the Park and Sailors Walk. This gate is reserved for pedestrians and cyclists.
This gate is open daily from 9:30AM to 7:30PM.
Last access: 7PM
This gate is exceptionally closed.
The Queen’S Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm) and every bag or vehicle is controlled upon access.
Located on the boulevard de la Reine, the Queen's Gate gives access to the park on foot or by car.
There is a charge for access by car, except for disabled visitors (with valid permit).
This gate is open daily from 7:00AM to 8:30PM (high season). Last admission: 7:45PM
This gate is open daily from 8:00AM to 6:00PM (low season). Last admission: 5:30PM
Access for vehicles via the Queen's Gate (9.00 am - last admission 5.50 pm)
Rates :
- Car : €12
- Bus : €30
- Montocycle : € 3
Saint Anthony Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
Located on the D186 arriving from le Chesnay, the Saint Anthony Gate gives access to the Estate park:
On foot or bicycle (open daily from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm in high season, last admission at 7PM)
By car (only the week-ends, from 9AM, last admission at 5:50PM)
Lime Tree Walk
Lime Tree Walk, currently replanted as a prolongation of Apollo Avenue, links the Palace of Versailles to the "Mortemets", the waterfowl reserve within Louis XIV's hunting estate.
Part of the overall landscape design of André Le Nôtre, gardener to the Sun King, from 1662, it offers one of the many famous views in the gardens of Versailles.
By adopting one or more trees from among the 500 linden trees to be planted in the Allée des Mortemets, you will bring the royal perspectives back to life in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles.
Gardens Ticket Office - Neptune Gate
Payment type accepted: card only.
On Fountains Show days, this ticket office sells tickets from 9am to 6pm for the Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens.
Gardens Ticket Office - Little Venice Gate
Payment type accepted: card only.
On Fountains Show days, this ticket office sells tickets from 9am to 6pm for the Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens.
Mini Train - Grand Trianon Stop
The mini-train departs from the Grand Trianon and travels to the Petit Trianon, the Grand Canal and the Palace before returning to the Grand Trianon.
Return Ticket*:
- Full Price: € 8,50
- Concessions: € 6,50
- Return to the Palace: € 4,60
* Visitors can disembark at each stop and board another mini-train later.
It is possible to pay by credit card directly to the drivers.
Opening hours: Open daily except on some Mondays during low season (50% gauge)
- January: 11:10am to 5:10pm ( January 1st : 12am to 5pm ) . Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- February: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- March: 11:10am to 5:10pm
- April to August : 11:30am to 7:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 10:10am at 6:10pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 10:10am to 6:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- November: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- December: 11:10am to 5:10pm. ( December 25th : 12am to 5pm ) Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
Mini Train - Petit Trianon Stop
The mini-train departs from the Petit Trianon and travels to the Grand Canal, the Palace and the Grand Trianon, before returning to the Petit Trianon.
Return Ticket*:
- Full Price: € 8,50
- Concessions: € 6,50
- Return to the Palace: € 4,60
* Visitors can disembark at each stop and board another mini-train later.
It is possible to pay by credit card directly to the drivers.
Opening hours: Open daily except on some Mondays during low season (50% gauge)
- January: 11:10am to 5:10pm ( January 1st : 12am to 5pm ) . Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- February: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- March: 11:10am to 5:10pm
- April to August : 11:30am to 7:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 10:10am at 6:10pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 10:10am to 6:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- November: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- December: 11:10am to 5:10pm. ( December 25th : 12am to 5pm ) Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
Mini-Train - Grand Canal Stop
The mini-train departs from the Grand Canal and travels to the Palace, the Grand Trianon and the Petit Trianon before returning to the Grand Canal.
Return Ticket*:
- Full Price: € 8,50
- Concessions: € 6,50
- Return to the Palace: € 4,60
* Visitors can disembark at each stop and board another mini-train later.
It is possible to pay by credit card directly to the drivers.
Opening hours: Open daily except on some Mondays during low season (50% gauge)
- January: 11:10am to 5:10pm ( January 1st : 12am to 5pm ) . Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- February: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- March: 11:10am to 5:10pm
- April to August : 11:30am to 7:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 10:10am at 6:10pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 10:10am to 6:10pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- November: 11:10am to 5:10pm. Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
- December: 11:10am to 5:10pm. ( December 25th : 12am to 5pm ) Closed Mondays except during school holidays Zone C.
Electric Vehicle Hire - Little Venice
The electric vehicles with audioguides will help you to discover the park of Versailles at your own pace. Rental is available every day except Mondays.
Hours: daily from 10am to 6:45pm (last departure 6:15pm)
Rates: Minimum 1 hour at €36/h, then 9€ for every additional 15 minutes
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66
6 have been adapted for wheelchair users.
Bicycle Hire
Bicycle hire point open only on weekends and public holidaysfor exploring the Park and visiting the Trianon palaces.
Hours:
January 1 - February 14: closed
February 15 - March 31: daily from 10am to 5:30pm (last departure 5pm)
April 1 - October 31: daily from 10am to 6:45pm (last departure 6:15pm)
November 1 - November 15: daily from 10am to 5pm (last departure 4:30pm)
November 16 - December 31: closed
- 30 minutes: €7
- 1 hour: €9
- Additional 15 minutes : €2.25
- 1/2 day (4 hours): €19
- 1 day (8 hours): €21
In order to retrieve your documents, you have to return the bicycle at the same place you borrowed it.
Bicycle Hire
Bicycle hire point for exploring the Park and visiting the Trianon palaces. Rental is available every days.
Hours :
January 1 - February 14: closed
February 15 - March 31: daily from 10am to 5:30pm (last departure 5pm)
April 1 - October 31: daily from 10am to 6:45pm (last departure 6:15pm)
November 1 - November 15: daily from 10am to 5pm (last departure 4:30pm)
November 16 - December 31: closed
Rates:
- 30 minutes: €7
- 1 hour: €9
- Additional 15 minutes : €2.25
- 1/2 day (4 hours): €19
- 1 day (8 hours): €21
In order to retrieve your documents, you have to return the bicycle at the same place you borrowed it.
Bicycle Hire - Queen’S Gate
Bicycle hire point open only on weekends and public holidays for exploring the Park and visiting the Trianon palaces.
Hours :
January 1 - February 14: closed
February 15 - March 31: daily from 10am to 5:30pm (last departure 5pm)
April 1 - October 31: daily from 10am to 6:45pm (last departure 6:15pm)
November 1 - November 15: daily from 10am to 5pm (last departure 4:30pm)
November 16 - December 31: closed
Rates:
- 30 minutes: €7
- 1 hour: €9
- Additional 15 minutes : €2.25
- 1/2 day (4 hours): €19
- 1 day (8 hours): €21
In order to retrieve your documents, you have to return the bicycle at the same place you borrowed it.
Boat Hire
You can have an excursion on the Canal by renting boats. Every day from March 1 to November 15.
Weekday hours :
Opening hours from Monday to Friday:
March: 1pm - 5:30pm (last ticket at 5pm)
April, May and June: 11am - 6:45pm (last ticket at 6:15pm)
July and August: 10am - 6:45pm (last ticket at 6:15pm)
September - October: 1pm - 6:45pm (last ticket at 6:15pm)
November (until the 15th): 1pm - 5pm (last ticket at 4:30pm)
Weekends and holidays:
March: 11am - 5:30pm (last ticket at 5pm)
April, May and June: 10:30am - 6:45pm (last ticket at 6:15pm)
July and August: 10:00 am - 6:45 pm (last ticket at 6:15 pm)
September - October: 10:30 am - 6:45 pm (last ticket at 6:15 pm)
November (until the 15th): 11am - 5pm (last ticket at 4:30pm)
Rates:
- 30 minutes: €14
- 1 hour: €18
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66
Toilets - Little Venice
There are free toilets with disabled access near the entrance to la Petite Venise.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Toilets - Grand Canal
Paying toilets (€0.50) are located right next to the La Flotille restaurant, on the Queen's Walk.
These toilets are not accessible to the disabled.
Toilets - Grand Trianon
There are free toilets with disabled access in front of the Grand Trianon, inside the Chemin Creux pavilion. Free toilets are located outside the Grand Trianon.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Sorbets Kiosk - Grand Canal
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
organic sorbets and jams are sold on the avenues of the park, at the south end of the Grand Canal.
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Petit Trianon
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the park.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Grand Trianon
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the park.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
Angelina: Terrace And Take Away
Open from 12pm to 6pm
At the Petit Trianon there is an Angelina food stand for a sweet or savoury gourmet break during your walk through the Park. The stand is open from tuesday to sunday from 12 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The Angelina terrace offers sweet and savoury food to eat in or take away: hot chocolate, cakes, salads, sandwiches and cold drinks. Located within the Petit Trianon and accessible without a ticket, the terrace is open every day except Monday, from midday to 6pm in high season (April 15 to October) and from midday to 5:30pm in low season (November to April 15).
"gourmandises De La Petite Venise"
Currently closed
This takeaway outlet proposes homemade ice creams, sweet snacks (waffles, crêpes), cakes and hot drinks.
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 12:30 to 5:30pm in high season (April to October)
Open Tuesday, Saturday and Sundays and during school holidays (except on Mondays) from 12:30 to 4:30pm in low season (November to March)
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 53 25 69
The Restaurant La Petite Venise
Open
La Petite Venise offers refined Italian cooking in a bucolic setting at the heart of the Versailles park. It also caters for groups (50 pers. max). The restaurant is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11:45 am to 6 pm. It is closed from Monday to Thursday and exceptionally on Friday June 11th.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 53 25 69
La Flottille Restaurant
Open every day from 8am to 8pm
This brasserie-restaurant on the edge of the Grand Canal offers traditional French food in c.1900 setting (set menus and à la carte dining). La Flottille also caters for groups (200 pers. max). The restaurant and terrace are open daily from 8am to 8pm.Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 51 41 58
Versailles Gardens Boutique
The Gardens Boutique offers numerous collections of books, souvenirs and gifts based around the theme of the gardens or Marie-Antoinette.
Open from 10.30am to 12.30am and from 1.15pm to 6pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 63 28 81
Royal Star
This viewpoint near the Ferme de Gally affords a view of the western branch of the Grand Canal.
The Grand Canal
The Grand Canal is André Le Nôtre's most original design. Covering 23 hectares, 60m in width, 1700m east-west and 1000m north-south in length, the Grand Canal is one of the best places to take in the full beauty and grandeur of the estate as a whole. Laid out between 1668 and 1679, Louis XIV's architect took great care over the dimensions in order to offer the perfect perspective.
Toilets - Petit Trianon
Free toilets are located at the entrance to the Petit Trianon, beyond the information desk, in the courtyard. These toilets can be accessed without a ticket.
Pièce D'eau Des Suisses
The Pièce d'Eau des Suisses is located at the far end of rue de l'Indépendance Americaine, bordering the neighbourhood of Saint Louis. Set in a promenade area, this water feature whose surface area spans more than 15 hectares was excavated between 1679 and 1682 by the Swiss Guards regiment it takes its name from
Intended to add beauty to the South aspect of the palace, as an extension of the Orangerie, it also allowed to dry up the land intended for the Potager du Roi (Kitchen Garden of the King) created at the same time.
Choisy Gate
Because of the Anti-terrorist security plan, this gate is currently closed
Choisy Gate provides access to the Park from the Route de Saint-Cyr (D10).
La Flottille Takeaway
Open every day from 8am to 8pm
La Flottille has a wide range of takeaway items (sandwiches, salads, pankakes, drinks...). Currently open all week, from 8am to 8 pm. Go to the restaurant La Flottille.
Usually open daily from 8:30am to 6pm during high season (April to October) and from 9am to 5pm during low season (November to March).
Gardens Ticket Office - South Parterre
Payment type accepted: card or cash.
On Fountains Show days, this ticket office sells tickets from 9am to 6pm for the Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens and on saturdays, for the Fountains Night Show from 2pm.
Car Park
A place has been identified to accommodate the trucks, get off the horses and allow a snack for the riders.
Where are the different entrances located?
You can reach the Park via the gardens. It takes at least 30 minutes on foot.
Access to the gardens is free (except for Fountain Show and Musical Gardens days planned from the end of March until the end of October : see the dates)
You can also take the Little Train at the entrance to the gardens (15 minutes).
Direct access to the Park is also possible through one of the Gates and Grilles (there is a fee for vehicles by the Queen's Gate and the Saint Anthony Gate).
Neptune Gate
The Neptune Gate separates the gardens from the park. On Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens days, there is a charge for access to the gardens. This gates closes at 6:00 PM.
Royal Star Gate
This gate is currently closed.
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
Neptune Gate
The Neptune Gate separates the gardens from the park. On Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens days, there is a charge for access to the gardens. This gates closes at 6:00 PM.
Sailors Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
The Sailors Gate opens onto the route de Saint-Cyr (D10), and gives access to the Park and Sailors Walk. This gate is reserved for pedestrians and cyclists.
This gate is open daily from 9:30AM to 7:30PM.
Last access: 7PM
This gate is exceptionally closed.
The Queen’S Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm) and every bag or vehicle is controlled upon access.
Located on the boulevard de la Reine, the Queen's Gate gives access to the park on foot or by car.
There is a charge for access by car, except for disabled visitors (with valid permit).
This gate is open daily from 7:00AM to 8:30PM (high season). Last admission: 7:45PM
This gate is open daily from 8:00AM to 6:00PM (low season). Last admission: 5:30PM
Access for vehicles via the Queen's Gate (9.00 am - last admission 5.50 pm)
Rates :
- Car : €12
- Bus : €30
- Montocycle : € 3
Saint Anthony Gate
Due to the anti-terrorist security plan, visitors with large baggage items are not admitted on the domain (exceeding 55x35x20 cm).
Located on the D186 arriving from le Chesnay, the Saint Anthony Gate gives access to the Estate park:
On foot or bicycle (open daily from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm in high season, last admission at 7PM)
By car (only the week-ends, from 9AM, last admission at 5:50PM)
Choisy Gate
Because of the Anti-terrorist security plan, this gate is currently closed
Choisy Gate provides access to the Park from the Route de Saint-Cyr (D10).
Where can I get something to eat?
Restaurants and takeaway outlets can be found in the Park.
You can also have a picnic at the dedicated locations.
Sorbets Kiosk - Grand Canal
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
organic sorbets and jams are sold on the avenues of the park, at the south end of the Grand Canal.
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Petit Trianon
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the park.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Grand Trianon
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the park.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
Angelina: Terrace And Take Away
Open from 12pm to 6pm
At the Petit Trianon there is an Angelina food stand for a sweet or savoury gourmet break during your walk through the Park. The stand is open from tuesday to sunday from 12 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The Angelina terrace offers sweet and savoury food to eat in or take away: hot chocolate, cakes, salads, sandwiches and cold drinks. Located within the Petit Trianon and accessible without a ticket, the terrace is open every day except Monday, from midday to 6pm in high season (April 15 to October) and from midday to 5:30pm in low season (November to April 15).
"gourmandises De La Petite Venise"
Currently closed
This takeaway outlet proposes homemade ice creams, sweet snacks (waffles, crêpes), cakes and hot drinks.
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 12:30 to 5:30pm in high season (April to October)
Open Tuesday, Saturday and Sundays and during school holidays (except on Mondays) from 12:30 to 4:30pm in low season (November to March)
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 53 25 69
The Restaurant La Petite Venise
Open
La Petite Venise offers refined Italian cooking in a bucolic setting at the heart of the Versailles park. It also caters for groups (50 pers. max). The restaurant is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11:45 am to 6 pm. It is closed from Monday to Thursday and exceptionally on Friday June 11th.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 53 25 69
La Petite Venise Terraces
Punto de venta de comida para llevar de inspiración italiana, con terraza junto al Gran Canal. En temporada alta (de abril a octubre) abre de 10:30 a 18:30. The terrace is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6pm. It is closed on Mondays.
La Flottille Restaurant
Open every day from 8am to 8pm
This brasserie-restaurant on the edge of the Grand Canal offers traditional French food in c.1900 setting (set menus and à la carte dining). La Flottille also caters for groups (200 pers. max). The restaurant and terrace are open daily from 8am to 8pm.Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 51 41 58
La Flottille Takeaway
Open every day from 8am to 8pm
La Flottille has a wide range of takeaway items (sandwiches, salads, pankakes, drinks...). Currently open all week, from 8am to 8 pm. Go to the restaurant La Flottille.
Usually open daily from 8:30am to 6pm during high season (April to October) and from 9am to 5pm during low season (November to March).
Where are the toilets?
Toilets are available in the Park.
You can also use the toilets at the Grand Trianon and the Petit Trianon without needing a ticket.
Toilets - Little Venice
There are free toilets with disabled access near the entrance to la Petite Venise.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Toilets - Grand Canal
Paying toilets (€0.50) are located right next to the La Flotille restaurant, on the Queen's Walk.
These toilets are not accessible to the disabled.
Toilets - Grand Trianon
There are free toilets with disabled access in front of the Grand Trianon, inside the Chemin Creux pavilion. Free toilets are located outside the Grand Trianon.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Baby-Changing Facilities - Grand Trianon
There is a baby-changing table with disabled access in front of the Grand Trianon, inside the Chemin Creux pavilion. Free toilets are located outside the Grand Trianon.
Toilets - Petit Trianon
Free toilets are located at the entrance to the Petit Trianon, beyond the information desk, in the courtyard. These toilets can be accessed without a ticket.
Where can I park?
Various parking spaces (accessible with an entrance fee via the Saint Anthony Gate and the Queen's Gate) are available at the Grand Canal, at the entrance to the Petit Trianon, the Grand Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet.
The entrance fee is waived for people with reduced mobility upon presentation of official proof.
Parking For Disabled Visitors - Place D’Armes
Disabled parking spaces are located near the payment kiosk. Access is free on presentation of a valid permit.
Parking - Trianon Crossroads
Parking at the Trianon Crossroads is only permitted for coaches (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate) .
Parking - Neptune Gate (Sheep Walk)
Parking on Sheep Walk is permitted for disabled patrons only (free entry on presentation of permit at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate).
Parking - Grand Canal (Bailly Walk)
Parking is available on Bailly Walk for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate).
Some spaces for disabled visitors are available.
Parking - Queen's Hamlet (Cars)
Parking is available at the Queen's Hamlet for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate).
Some spaces for disabled visitors are available.
Parking - Grand Trianon
Parking is available at the parking of Grand Trianon for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate).
Some spaces for disabled visitors are available.
Parking - Petit Trianon (Cars)
Parking is available at the Petit Trianon for cars only (payable at the Queen's Gate and Saint Anthony's Gate).
Some spaces for disabled visitors are available.
Car Park
A place has been identified to accommodate the trucks, get off the horses and allow a snack for the riders.
Where to walk on horseback?
Marly lies 7 km north-west of Versailles, halfway between Versailles and the palace of Saint Germain en Laye, and was Louis XIV’s second great work. The king used it as a residence for leisure and kept access to it restricted to only a few privileged courtiers. Here, Jules Hardouin-Mansart demonstrated his dual talent as an architect and gardener by creating one of the most original works of the 17th century. The palace of Marly was gradually demolished in the early 19th century. The park and other features, such as the drinking pool with its two ponds, still remain today.