Palace of Versailles
Versailles, France
Louis XIV’s palace with the Hall of Mirrors, formal gardens and the Trianon estate. Book a timed ticket, avoid Tuesdays and weekends if you can, and note the palace is closed on Mondays.
Versailles was the home of the French kings, about 20 km west of Paris, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Under Louis XIV, courtiers and guests were received in the Hall of Mirrors, which is 73 m long and holds 357 mirrors. The palace has some 2,300 rooms, and the Museum of the History of France goes back to Louis-Philippe (1837).
The park was laid out by André Le Nôtre and is adorned with numerous sculptures. Quieter spots include the Grand Trianon in pink marble, the Petit Trianon (given to Marie-Antoinette in 1774) and her hamlet, the Hameau de la Reine. Almost 15 million people visit each year, so booking a ticket online in advance is wise. Allow a full day for palace and park. On days with the fountain shows or Musical Gardens (in 2026 from April to early November), entry to the park is charged; please check the exact days beforehand (as of October 2026).
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- Versailles, France
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 48.8049, 2.1204
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
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Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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- Camping Sandaya Paris Maisons-LaffitteCampsite15 km from Palace of Versailles · 165 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
- Club Naturiste Air et SoleilCampsite21 km from Palace of VersaillesShowersToilets
- Camping Le Beau Village De ParisCampsite21 km from Palace of VersaillesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Parc de la FontaineCampsite24 km from Palace of VersaillesWi-Fi
- Camping-Caravaning du Val-de-SeineCampsite24 km from Palace of Versailles · 92 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Palace of Versailles?
Palace of Versailles is in Versailles, France, at GPS 48.8049, 2.1204. It is about 18 km from Paris.
Can you camp near Palace of Versailles?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping de Paris, about 11 km away; within 25 km there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Palace of Versailles?
Palace of Versailles is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Royal châteaux around Paris.
What is there to see near Palace of Versailles?
Places worth a stop nearby: Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (51 km), Claude Monet’s house and gardens (52 km), Chartres Cathedral (61 km) and Palace of Fontainebleau (62 km).
When is the best time to visit Palace of Versailles?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)