What to do and see in Versailles, Ile-de-France: The Best Free Things to do

April 17, 2022 Leida Jutras

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.
Restaurants in Versailles

1. L'adresse gourmande

12 rue Maurice Jouet, 78340 Les Clayes-sous-Bois, Versailles France +33 1 39 38 01 76 [email protected] http://www.adresse-gourmande.fr
Excellent
90%
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

L'adresse gourmande

2. Galerie des Carrosses

1 avenue Rockefeller Musee Du Carrosse, 78000, Versailles France +33 1 30 83 78 00 http://www.chateauversailles.fr/
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 298 reviews

Galerie des Carrosses

Reviewed By rosemead1 - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom

This is one of the rare attractions in Versailles that is free to visit, it is worth popping in to see the beautiful state coaches and they also have some original sleds used by Marie Antoinette, also carriages made for her children are on display.

3. Eglise Notre-Dame de Versailles

35 rue de la Paroisse, 78000, Versailles France +33 1 30 97 69 70 http://notredameversailles.org/
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
6%
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1%
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4.5 based on 229 reviews

Eglise Notre-Dame de Versailles

Reviewed By Malone7 - South Africa, null

An amazing church. A must see. I loved the peace, the art the statues of Saints and the beautiful altar. Enjoyed praying and sitting in such a special church

4. Ferme de Grignon

Route de la Ferme, 78850 Thiverval-Grignon, Versailles France +33 1 30 54 37 34 [email protected] http://www.fermedegrignon.fr/
Excellent
42%
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42%
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17%
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

At 30 minutes from Paris, the Farm of Grignon opens its doors every day from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm for you to discover its animals and crops, processing of dairy products and efforts to reduce its environmental impact . The gourmet shop is open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

5. Hotel de Ville

4 avenue de Paris Toute la Ville, 78011, Versailles France http://www.versailles.fr
Excellent
38%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
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0%
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Hotel de Ville

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.

6. Place du Marche Notre-Dame

Place du Marche Notre-Dame, 78000, Versailles France
Excellent
46%
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43%
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11%
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4.5 based on 287 reviews

Place du Marche Notre-Dame

Reviewed By Dianebk55 - Wilrijk, Belgium

This central market place has a daily market of the best foods, clothing and home stuff. The square is surrounded by delicious and affordable restaurants.

7. Piece d'Eau des Suisses

78000, Versailles France
Excellent
40%
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47%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
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1%
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Piece d'Eau des Suisses

Reviewed By arunsharma3116 - Pune, India

We came to this place on a sunny day. The canal is so big it looks like a lake. Perfect place to sit on the side of it, take a relaxing nap and enjoy the natural beauty.

8. Eglise Saint-Antoine de Padoue Le Chesnay

3 Place Saint Antoine de Padoue, 78150 Le Chesnay, Versailles France
Excellent
62%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
23%
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Eglise Saint-Antoine de Padoue Le Chesnay

9. Paris France Temple

46 boulevard Saint Antoine, 78150 Le Chesnay, Versailles France +33 9 70 73 70 00 [email protected] https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/details/paris-france-temple?lang=fra
Excellent
80%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Paris France Temple

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. Bassin d'Apollon

Parc de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France
Excellent
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Good
46%
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Bassin d'Apollon

Reviewed By nickd18 - Calgary, Canada

when you think you have seen it all, then Apollo on his chariot rises out of the pond. The sculpture is amazingly fine. But the pond is so large that it is hard to see all the detail in the bronze without a zoom lens. it is worth the effort.

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