Versailles Attractions
Our list of noteworthy Versailles attractions and places to see in Versailles, from the must-see tourist landmarks to the top local attractions.
Grand Trianon
The pink-colonnaded Grand Trianon was built in 1687 by the famous architect Mansart, as a tranquil getaway from court life for Louis XIV. Setting the ... Continue Reading »
Bassin de Neptune
Versailles’ chateau gardens are vast, laid out in formal French style and famed for their geometrically aligned terraces, tree-lined paths and, notably, ... Continue Reading »
Versailles Chateau Gardens
The most acclaimed example of formal French garden design, Versailles’ vast chateau gardens are famed for their geometrically aligned terraces, tree-lined ... Continue Reading »
Versailles (Château de Versailles)
Visiting the opulent Palace of Versailles is on most people’s to do lists, famous through history for its decor, design and over-the-top glamour. The ... Continue Reading »
Versailles Fountain Show (Grandes Eaux musicales)
Versailles’ vast gardens are famed for their geometrically aligned ponds, canals and lakes. One of the most acclaimed aspects of the gardens is the 50 ... Continue Reading »
Orangerie
The lovely Orangerie building was designed by Mansart in the 1680s, surrounded by ordered walkways and patterned parterre gardens. Citrus trees were ... Continue Reading »
Grands Appartements du Roi
The highlight of a visit to Versailles is entering the Grand Apartments of the king and queen, built for Louis XIV by Le Vau in the 1670s. The King’s ... Continue Reading »







