Top Things to do in Versailles
10 Historic Sites in Versailles That You Shouldn't Miss
This former unofficial capital of France sits just 10 miles from Paris and is easily reachable by train. Even though the Chateau de Versailles has been known as the epitome of indulgent luxury for centuries, seeing it in person is a jaw-dropping experience. The chateau's magnificent gardens are free, but it's worth shelling out for a day ticket to see the interior—although it does make going back to even a fancy hotel seem rather humdrum.
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1. The Royal Opera (L'Opera Royal)
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5.0 based on 358 reviews
Reviewed By theredhat
Amazing architecture, incredibly opulent.I am so glad that I visited. The entrance to the building is a bit confusing, you have to go all the way around the building before it is evident where to enter. It really is a site to put on your list. However, the staff is outrageously RUDE , unhelpful and could care less if you see the building or not.
2. Grandes & Petites Ecuries
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
Two large stables built in the late 17th century. The Grandes Ecuries is the home of the Carriage Museum and the Equestrian Academy of Versailles.
3. Ancien Hopital Royal
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
4. The Trianons & The Hamlet
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4.5 based on 1,981 reviews
Reviewed By chrislN392IZ - Sumter, United States
The Grande Trianon was a stunning “little” house that is worth visiting while at the Palace of Versailles. You can walk there, rent a golf cart, rent a Segway, even run there if you choose. This place has a very homey feel, like you could picture yourself sitting there enjoying a book and some coffee. Well worth the visit.
5. Temple of Love
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4.5 based on 402 reviews
Reviewed By gorobingo - Split, Croatia
If you purchase the ticket to visit le Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's quarters (12 eruos), you will have access to the beautiful park and trails that surround it. This is where you find this well preserved and peaceful temple.
6. The Royal Chapel
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4.5 based on 519 reviews
Reviewed By sanjib_duttagupta - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
A grand architecture commensurate with the palace grandeur, this chapel looks every bit of the royal usage at one point of time.
7. Hotel de Ville
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4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By JAYDenver
If you are entering Palace of Versailles the traditional way via the RER station one can not help but notice the Hotel de Ville on Avenue General de Gaulle. The architecture is great and there is a floral clock and a monument to the dead. It is a great photo opportunity! Throughout France it is a municipal building and not to be confused with a hotel where you can stay.
8. Le Petit Trianon
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By nickd18 - Calgary, Canada
after the crowds of the Chateau and the Gardens it was nice to take a leisurely stroll to the quieter area of the Petit Trianon. A much smaller more peaceful area with adjoining gardens including an English garden. Much more natural beauty.
9. Paris France Temple
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4.5 based on 101 reviews
Open to the public, the Paris Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center.
Reviewed By ElderClintArgyle - Oakland, United States
It was amazing for me to visit the France Temple Visitor Center from the comfort of my own home. With an internet connection and my laptop I was able to enjoy this beautiful and peaceful place that is thousands of miles away, its just amazing. The tour guides did an amazing job showing me around, teaching me about the Temple. They have this incredible temple model that has intricate details of the actual temple so I could see how it looked inside, they taught we what members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do in this amazing building. I truly hope to travel there in person someday. I would highly recommend you schedule a virtual tour soon.
10. Hameau de la Reine
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By glennm921 - San Francisco, United States
Tucked away at a back corner of the palace grounds is this delightfully restored hamlet that the queen regarded as her retreat from the hectic life of palace activities. It is truly a peaceful retreat and a complete departure from the opulence of the palace. We soon tire of grandiose rooms, halls and paintings and fully appreciated the peace and serenity of the hamlet. Make certain that you include this on your visit to Palace of Versailles
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