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Restaurants, hotels, Tourism office, shops, toilets, free Wifi... Whether at the Estate of Versailles or in the town, these services are available to make your visit a real pleasure.
Practical information
Audioguides, toilets, Wifi… The Palace of Versailles provides you with many free services.
The cloakroom service is also temporarily suspended.
Practical information
There are no points of practical interests in this floor (audioguides, cloakrooms, toilets, Wifi… ). Go downstairs to find these services.
Services
Restaurants, hotels, Tourism office, shops, toilets, free Wifi... Whether at the Estate of Versailles or in the town, these services are available to make your visit a real pleasure.
Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace
Located at the gates of the Versailles Park, this five star hotel is anchored in tradition but resolutely contemporary too. It is also home to a starred gastronomic restaurant and a spa.
Hôtel Pullman
Located on the avenue de Paris just 5 minutes' walk from the Palace, this four star hotel has a lot more than rooms on offer: spacious meeting facilities, brunch on the terrace, a fitness lounge and WiFi throughout the hotel.
Hôtel Ibis
Located on the avenue Général de Gaulle, less than 5 minutes' walk from the Palace and Versailles Château – Rive Gauche station, this three star hotel offers 85 air-conditioned rooms, of which three have disabled access, and a bar, WiFi access and a private indoor parking (charge applies).
Versailles Tourist Office
The Versailles Tourist Office is located on Avenue de Paris, next to the Pullman hotel.
Information Desk- South Ministers' Wing
The information desk dispenses all information relating to visits, along with maps and leaflets. Guided tours can also be booked here.
Grand Café D’Orléans
The Grand Café d'Orléans serves eat-in and takeaway food in a restaurant with a contemporary décor that covers over 700 m². It also offers group menus (60 pers. max). It is open on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 am to 6 pm. It is currently closed from Monday to Friday. It is accessible from the Princes Courtyard.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 50 29 79
Angelina Tea Room And Restaurant
The Angelina restaurant and tea room offers sweet and savoury fare in a refined and elegant setting, to eat in. There is also a shop and groups are catered for (60 pers. max).
The restaurant is open :
- from 10am to 5:30pm (last access 5pm) (Tuesday to Friday)
- from 10am to 6:30pm (last access 6pm). (Saturday and Sunday)
- It is accessible from the Royal Courtyard or at the end of the tour of the Grand Apartments.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 20 08 32
La Petite Venise Restaurant
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 Girandole
In the heart of the Garden, La Girandole welcomes you for breakfast, lunch or a snack, on one of the two terraces in the middle of nature, or to take away.
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.Closed on Monday.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 83 24 00 20
La Petite Venise Terraces
Takeaway outlet serving Italian-inspired food, with a terrace along the Grand Canal.
The terrace is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6pm. It is closed on Mondays.
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Colonnade Grove
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Mirror Pool
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Domes Grove
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
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).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
"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
Angelina: Terrace And Take Away
Open from 12pm to 5:30pm
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 to October) and from midday to 5:30pm in low season (November to April 15).
La Flottille Restaurant
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
Librairie Des Princes
The Librairie des Princes bookshop offers a range of products over 200 m²: books, children's books, postcards, table decoration etc. The bookshop is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6.15pm during high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (November to March). Although it is not part of the visitor route, it can be accessed from Cour d'Honneur.
The library also presents the cabinet of the King's medals, where are sold medals from the collection Versailles of Arthus-Bertrand.
Ladurée
Currently closed
Ladurée is a Parisian patisserie founded in 1862, and visitors are invited to explore their retail outlet. The company offers its fine delicatessen range, not forgetting their famous macaroons. The shop is open every day from 9.30am to 6.30pm in high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5pm during low season (November to March). It is accessible from the Royal Courtyard or at the end of the tour of the Grand Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's Staircase.
Mini-Train - Palace Station
The mini-train departs from the Palace and travels to the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and the Grand Canal before returning to the Palace.
Return Ticket*:
On Musical Gardens days, visitors can access to the mini-train with a Passport ou Musical Gardens 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.
Le Dauphin
In the middle of the Garden, Le Dauphin welcomes you for a gourmet break or a sweet or savoury snack, to take away or to eat on the go.
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.
Closed on Monday.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 07 01 87
Gardens Ticket Office - South Parterre
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.
Payment type accepted: card or cash.
Marble Courtyard Shop
This large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc. It can be found after the tour of the States Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's Staircase, or straight after the Royal Courtyard.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5:45pm (subject to sufficient visitor flow)
Shop Of The Chapel
In this shop you can purchase a range of themed products, books, guides, postcards, etc.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm
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 only on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:15 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 63 28 81
Grand Trianon Shop
The store of the Grand Trianon offers many souvenirs, books, guides, postcards...
The store is only accessible with a ticket:
Opening hours : Tuesday to Sunday, from 12 to 5 pm
Dufour Pavillion Shop
Located in the basement of the Palace, yhis large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc.
The shop is accessible in the basement after the entrance A or at the exit of the visit.
The shop is open every day from 10.15am to 6pm during high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (November to March).
Access Ore - Ducasse Au Château De Versailles
During the day, the restaurant ore is open to the public. An exceptional setting and view to take a break or to eat during the Palace's opening hours. A French inspired menu with classics of our cuisine, alongside light and quick snacks, desserts and gourmet pastries. Children are welcome here with their very own Prince & Princess menu.
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.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9AM to 6:30Pm in high season (April to October) and 9AM to 5:30PM in low season (November to March). Access to the restaurant through the courtyard of Princes independantly of the tour of the Palace.
Reservation: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 96 – ore@ducasse-chateauversailles.com
Groups and events: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 98 – evenement@ducasse-chateauversailles.com
Hôtel Les Etangs De Corot
A verdant haven of tranquillity located between ponds and the forest and just 15 minutes by car from the Palace. This hotel is an ideal place to relax in between two visits to the Royal Estate of Versailles; the secluded setting, a relaxed dinner at Le Café des Artistes and exceptional surroundings will make your stay unique.
Hotel La Résidence Du Berry
The Residence du Berry stands in the historic quarter. Built in 1727 at the request of King Louis XV, this townhouse has since been transformed into a three-star hotel. The authentic decoration is reinforced by its glass roofed salon and the rooms’ view over the inside garden and the Potager du Roi.
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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.
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.
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-Pavillon Dufour
The toilets are accessible in the basement of the Dufour Pavilion after entrance A.
Toilets - Queen’S Hamlet
There are free toilets located in the Gardener's House, also called the Guard's house. These toilets are open from 1pm and are accessible to the disabled.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Toilets - Grand Trianon
There are free toilets in front of the Grand Trianon, inside the Chemin Creux pavilion.
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 - Dapuhin's Grove
There are free toilets with disabled access opposite the entrance to the Buvette du Dauphin.
Toilets - Girandole Grove
There are free toilets with disabled access opposite the entrance to the Girandole brasserie.
Toilets-North Wing
Toilets are available by taking the lift at the end of the Gallery of Palace History.
Electric Vehicle Hire - South Terrace
From the South Terrace, 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.
Opening times: Hours: daily from 10:00 to 18:45 (last departure at 17:45)
Rates: Minimum 1 hour at €36/h, then €9 for every additional 15 minutes
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66
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Audioguide - Dufour's Pavilion
A desk is at your disposal in the vestibule of the Dufour pavilion: 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.
The audio guides are returned at the end of the visitor circuit, on the ground floor of the Dufour pavilion.
For the permanent circuit, the audioguide is available in 12 languages: French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese-Mandarin, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish.
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:
every day, from 10am to 6:45pm (last departure at 5:45pm)
Rates: Minimum 1 hour at €36/h, then 9€ for every additional 15 minutes
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66
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Squeezed Orange Juice Kiosk - Queen's Estate
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).
Acces To Dufour Pavilion's Auditorium
Installed on the 2nd floor of the Dufour Pavilion, this 148-seat auditorium is used as a reception area for conferences and seminars organized at the palace.
The access to the auditorium is the same one that of the restaurant ORE - Ducasse: from the vestibule of the Dufour Pavilion, accessible by the door on the left side of the entrance A.
Mobile Phone Charging Station - Amn
Enjoy a self-service, free and secure charging station for all types of mobile phone.
Mobile Phone Charging Station - Ams
Enjoy a self-service, free and secure charging station for all types of mobile phone.
Practical information
Toilets, the Little Train, electric cars, Wifi… Many services are available in the gardens.
Gardens Ticket Office - South Parterre
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.
Payment type accepted: card or cash.
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
On Fountains Show days, this ticket office sells tickets from 9am to 6pm for the Fountains Shows and Musical Gardens.
Payment type accepted: card only.
Electric Vehicle Hire - South Terrace
From the South Terrace, 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 10:00 to 18:45 (last departure at 17:45)
Rates: Minimum 1 hour at €36/h, then €9 for every additional 15 minutes
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 66 97 66
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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 - Girandole Grove
There are free toilets with disabled access opposite the entrance to the Girandole brasserie.
Toilets - Dapuhin's Grove
There are free toilets with disabled access opposite the entrance to the Buvette du Dauphin.
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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.
Practical information
Many practical services are available at the Trianon Palaces and Marie-Antoinette's Estate.
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Mirror Pool
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
Ticket Office - Grand Trianon
The ticket office is located inside the Grand Trianon, through the archway.
Toilets - Grand Trianon
There are free toilets in front of the Grand Trianon, inside the Chemin Creux pavilion.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
Ticket Office - Petit Trianon
The ticket office is located beyond the information desk and the courtyard.
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.
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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.
Toilets - Queen’S Hamlet
There are free toilets located in the Gardener's House, also called the Guard's house. These toilets are open from 1pm and are accessible to the disabled.
In case of emergency, a defibrillator is available for public use. It is fully automatic and does not require any prior training.
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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.
Practical information
State Apartments detailed leaflets are at your disposal in several languages at the self-service kiosks.
Entrance A - Entrance For Individual Visitors
Holders of time-stamped tickets are granted access via the middle door within 30 minutes of the time indicated on their ticket.
Visitors with tickets or free passes should head directly to entrance A (the Dufour pavilion at the top left of the Cour d'Honneur). It provides access to all unaccompanied routes.
Entrance B - Group Entrance
Groups with reservations should head directly to entrance B, at the top right of the Cour d'Honneur. It provides access to all unaccompanied routes.
Main Ticket Office - South Ministers' Wing
Located in the South Ministers' Wing (to the left of the Honour Courtyard), the main ticket office sells tickets for unaccompanied visits to the Estate: Passport, Passport 2 days and Palace tickets.
Information Point-Pavillon Gabriel
Having crossed the Royal Courtyard and before you begin your visit, you can pick up information, maps and leaflets at the audioguide kiosk.
Toilets-Pavillon Dufour
The toilets are accessible in the basement of the Dufour Pavilion after entrance A.
Toilets-Pavillon Gabriel
Toilets are located next to the Gabriel staircase in the basement.
These toilets are not accessible to the disabled.
The Queen’S Staircase
Built in 1680, this staircase soon became the busiest in the Palace, as it led to the King and Queen's apartments. It now gives access to the Royal Courtyard before finishing the tour of the Grand Apartments.
Princes’ Staircase
This staircase links the first floor to the garden level of the Midi Wing and to the ground floor of the Dufour Pavilion. Its décor is largely from the 17th century.
Princes’ Staircase
This staircase links the first floor to the garden level of the Midi Wing and to the ground floor of the Dufour Pavilion . Its décor is largely from the 17th century.
Entrance A - Entrance For Individual Visitors
Holders of time-stamped tickets are granted access via the middle door within 30 minutes of the time indicated on their ticket.
Visitors with tickets or free passes should head directly to entrance A (the Dufour pavilion at the top left of the Cour d'Honneur). It provides access to all unaccompanied routes.
Entrance B - Group Entrance
Groups with reservations should head directly to entrance B, at the top right of the Cour d'Honneur. It provides access to all unaccompanied routes.
Toilets-Pavillon Gabriel
Toilets are located next to the Gabriel staircase in the basement.
These toilets are not accessible to the disabled.
Information Desk - South Ministers’ Wing
The information desk dispenses all information relating to visits, along with maps and leaflets. Guided tours can also be booked here.
Toilets-North Wing
Toilets are available by taking the lift at the end of the Gallery of Palace History.
Information Point- Dufour’S Pavillion
The information desk dispenses all information relating to visits, along with maps and leaflets.
Information Point- Dufour’S Pavillion
The information desk dispenses all information relating to visits, along with maps and leaflets.
Toilets-Pavillon Dufour
The toilets are accessible in the basement of the Dufour Pavilion after entrance A.
Audioguide - Dufour's Pavillon
A desk is at your disposal in the vestibule of the Dufour pavilion: 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.
The audio guides are returned at the end of the visitor circuit, on the ground floor of the Dufour pavilion.
For the permanent circuit, the audioguide is available in 12 languages: French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese-Mandarin, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish.
Audioguide - Dufour's Pavilion
A desk is at your disposal in the vestibule of the Dufour pavilion: 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.
The audio guides are returned at the end of the visitor circuit, on the ground floor of the Dufour pavilion.
For the permanent circuit, the audioguide is available in 12 languages: French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese-Mandarin, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish.
Acces To Dufour Pavilion's Auditorium
Installed on the 2nd floor of the Dufour Pavilion, this 148-seat auditorium is used as a reception area for conferences and seminars organized at the palace.
The access to the auditorium is the same one that of the restaurant ORE - Ducasse: from the vestibule of the Dufour Pavilion, accessible by the door on the left side of the entrance A.
Acces To Dufour Pavilion's Auditorium
Installed on the 2nd floor of the Dufour Pavilion, this 148-seat auditorium is used as a reception area for conferences and seminars organized at the palace.
The access to the auditorium is the same one that of the restaurant ORE - Ducasse: from the vestibule of the Dufour Pavilion, accessible by the door on the left side of the entrance A.
Mobile Phone Charging Station - Amn
Enjoy a self-service, free and secure charging station for all types of mobile phone.
Mobile Phone Charging Station - Ams
Enjoy a self-service, free and secure charging station for all types of mobile phone.
Automatic Deposits (School Children Only)
Some automatic deposits (school children only) are available in different information points, and allow you to leave items that do not exceed the limited format (46x43x26 cm maximum).
Automatic Deposits
Some automatic deposits (school children only) are available in different information points, and allow you to leave items that do not exceed the limited format (46x43x26 cm maximum).
Where to eat at the Estate?
Restaurants y several fast foods are at your disposal in the Estate of Versailles.
Grand Café D’Orléans
The Grand Café d'Orléans serves eat-in and takeaway food in a restaurant with a contemporary décor that covers over 700 m². It also offers group menus (60 pers. max). It is open on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 am to 6 pm. It is currently closed from Monday to Friday. It is accessible from the Princes Courtyard.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 50 29 79
Angelina Tea Room And Restaurant
The Angelina restaurant and tea room offers sweet and savoury fare in a refined and elegant setting, to eat in. There is also a shop and groups are catered for (60 pers. max).
The restaurant is open :
- from 10am to 5:30pm (last access 5pm) (Tuesday to Friday)
- from 10am to 6:30pm (last access 6pm). (Saturday and Sunday)
- It is accessible from the Royal Courtyard or at the end of the tour of the Grand Apartments.
Reservations: +33 (0)1 39 20 08 32
La Petite Venise Restaurant
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 Girandole
In the heart of the Garden, La Girandole welcomes you for breakfast, lunch or a snack, on one of the two terraces in the middle of nature, or to take away.
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.Closed on Monday.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 83 24 00 20
La Petite Venise Terraces
Takeaway outlet serving Italian-inspired food, with a terrace along the Grand Canal.
The terrace is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6pm. It is closed on Mondays.
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Colonnade Grove
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Mirror Pool
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
Fresh Orange Juice Kiosk - Domes Grove
There are a number of mobile kiosks serving freshly-squeezed orange juice along the avenues in the gardens.
Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm (depending on weather conditions).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
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).
De martes a domingo, de 13:00 a 18:00 horas (según las condiciones meteorológicas).
"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
Angelina: Terrace And Take Away
Open from 12pm to 5:30pm
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 to October) and from midday to 5:30pm in low season (November to April 15).
La Flottille Restaurant
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
Ladurée
Currently closed
Ladurée is a Parisian patisserie founded in 1862, and visitors are invited to explore their retail outlet. The company offers its fine delicatessen range, not forgetting their famous macaroons. The shop is open every day from 9.30am to 6.30pm in high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5pm during low season (November to March). It is accessible from the Royal Courtyard or at the end of the tour of the Grand Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's Staircase.
Le Dauphin
In the middle of the Garden, Le Dauphin welcomes you for a gourmet break or a sweet or savoury snack, to take away or to eat on the go.
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.
Closed on Monday.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 07 01 87
Access Ore - Ducasse Au Château De Versailles
During the day, the restaurant ore is open to the public. An exceptional setting and view to take a break or to eat during the Palace's opening hours. A French inspired menu with classics of our cuisine, alongside light and quick snacks, desserts and gourmet pastries. Children are welcome here with their very own Prince & Princess menu.
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.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9AM to 6:30Pm in high season (April to October) and 9AM to 5:30PM in low season (November to March). Access to the restaurant through the courtyard of Princes independantly of the tour of the Palace.
Reservation: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 96 – ore@ducasse-chateauversailles.com
Groups and events: +33 (0)1 30 84 12 98 – evenement@ducasse-chateauversailles.com
Picnicking
Picnicking is only allowed in designated areas in the Park and by the lake of Swiss Guards.
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)
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 estate park on foot or by car.
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)
There is a charge for access by car, except for disabled visitors (with valid permit).
Rates :
- Car : €12
- Bus : 30 €
- Montocycle : 3 €
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 estate park on foot or by car.
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)
There is a charge for access by car, except for disabled visitors (with valid permit).
Rates :
- Car : €12
- Bus : €30
- Montocycle : €3
Hotels
Hotels situated at the heart of Versailles, close to the Palace and Estate of Versailles.
Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace
Located at the gates of the Versailles Park, this five star hotel is anchored in tradition but resolutely contemporary too. It is also home to a starred gastronomic restaurant and a spa.
Hôtel Pullman
Located on the avenue de Paris just 5 minutes' walk from the Palace, this four star hotel has a lot more than rooms on offer: spacious meeting facilities, brunch on the terrace, a fitness lounge and WiFi throughout the hotel.
Hôtel Ibis
Located on the avenue Général de Gaulle, less than 5 minutes' walk from the Palace and Versailles Château – Rive Gauche station, this three star hotel offers 85 air-conditioned rooms, of which three have disabled access, and a bar, WiFi access and a private indoor parking (charge applies).
Hôtel Les Etangs De Corot
A verdant haven of tranquillity located between ponds and the forest and just 15 minutes by car from the Palace. This hotel is an ideal place to relax in between two visits to the Royal Estate of Versailles; the secluded setting, a relaxed dinner at Le Café des Artistes and exceptional surroundings will make your stay unique.
Hotel La Résidence Du Berry
The Residence du Berry stands in the historic quarter. Built in 1727 at the request of King Louis XV, this townhouse has since been transformed into a three-star hotel. The authentic decoration is reinforced by its glass roofed salon and the rooms’ view over the inside garden and the Potager du Roi.
Tourist Office
The Versailles Tourist Office is located on Avenue de Paris, next to the Pullman hotel.
Further information is available on versailles-tourisme.com.
Versailles Tourist Office
The Versailles Tourist Office is located on Avenue de Paris, next to the Pullman hotel.
Shops
The Palace of Versailles has several souvenir and book shops at the Estate of Versailles.
Librairie Des Princes
The Librairie des Princes bookshop offers a range of products over 200 m²: books, children's books, postcards, table decoration etc. The bookshop is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6.15pm during high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (November to March). Although it is not part of the visitor route, it can be accessed from Cour d'Honneur.
The library also presents the cabinet of the King's medals, where are sold medals from the collection Versailles of Arthus-Bertrand.
Ladurée
Currently closed
Ladurée is a Parisian patisserie founded in 1862, and visitors are invited to explore their retail outlet. The company offers its fine delicatessen range, not forgetting their famous macaroons. The shop is open every day from 9.30am to 6.30pm in high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5pm during low season (November to March). It is accessible from the Royal Courtyard or at the end of the tour of the Grand Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's Staircase.
Marble Courtyard Shop
This large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc. It can be found after the tour of the States Apartments, at the foot of the Queen's Staircase, or straight after the Royal Courtyard.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5:45pm (subject to sufficient visitor flow)
Shop Of The Chapel
In this shop you can purchase a range of themed products, books, guides, postcards, etc.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm
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 only on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:15 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Telephone: +33 (0)1 39 63 28 81
Grand Trianon Shop
The store of the Grand Trianon offers many souvenirs, books, guides, postcards...
The store is only accessible with a ticket:
Opening hours : Tuesday to Sunday, from 12 to 5 pm
Dufour Pavillion Shop
Located in the basement of the Palace, yhis large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc.
The shop is accessible in the basement after the entrance A or at the exit of the visit.
The shop is open every day from 10.15am to 6pm during high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (November to March).
Dufour Pavillion Shop
Located in the basement of the Palace, this large souvenir shop offers a range of products: books, guides, postcards, gifts, etc.
The shop is accessible in the basement after the entrance A or at the exit of the visit.
The shop is open every day from 10.15am to 6pm during high season (April to October) and from 9.30am to 5.15pm during low season (November to March).
The Little Train
The Little Train departs from the Palace and travels to the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and the Grand Canal before returning to the Palace. You can get on and off at different stops within a single circuit.
Mini-Train - Palace Station
The mini-train departs from the Palace and travels to the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and the Grand Canal before returning to the Palace.
Return Ticket*:
On Musical Gardens days, visitors can access to the mini-train with a Passport ou Musical Gardens 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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 : 11:10am to 6:50pm ( Mondays from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- September: 11:10am at 6:50pm ( Monday from 11:10am to 5:10pm )
- October: 11:10am to 6:50pm ( 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.