About
The Palace of Versailles, also known as the Château de Versailles, is the opulent royal residence of French kings, set in the town of Versailles in the Yvelines department, a short journey southwest of Paris. Its address is Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France.
The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the clearest showcases of French baroque architecture. Visitors come for its grand interiors and its history, and the best-known room is the Hall of Mirrors, a long gallery whose mirrored arcades give it a dazzling sense of light and space.
What a visit offers
- The palace interiors, including the Hall of Mirrors and the state apartments
- Extensive gardens laid out around the palace, ideal for a slower walk after the rooms
- A historic setting that places French royal life and its architecture in one place
Because the site is large, many visitors plan a full day, moving between the palace and the gardens at their own pace. Comfortable shoes are a sensible choice, since the walking covers considerable ground.
Planning ahead
For questions about visiting, the palace can be reached by telephone at +33 1 30 83 78 00. The town of Versailles itself, with its streets and cafés, makes a pleasant addition to a trip, and it is easy to combine the visit with time in the wider area around the palace.
