Chateau de versailles guide

The Grandes Eaux Musicales du Château de Versailles 2025 are back!

The Grandes Eaux Musicales and Jardins Musicaux at the Château de Versailles return to embellish the garden's basins and fountains for a new season. From April 1 to October 31, 2025, enjoy strolls around the estate's groves and fountains to the rhythm of Baroque music in a magical atmosphere worthy of Louis XIV.

4 free castles around Paris this Sunday, April 6, 2025, the 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of every month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. Why not take advantage of this Sunday, April 6, 2025, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance.

Fêtes Galantes 2025, a sumptuous costumed evening at the Château de Versailles - SOLD OUT

The Fêtes Galantes return to the Château de Versailles! For one evening, Monday June 2, 2025, slip into the shoes of a marquis or princess, and take part in the dances and games of this wild celebration, culminating in a fireworks display!

JEMA 2025: artistic encounters and tours at the Château de Versailles

The Château de Versailles is one of France's jewels, so it's impossible to let the palace fall into disrepair. Discover the exceptional craftsmen who contribute to the preservation of our heritage, during the Journées européennes des Métiers d'Art, on April 5 and 6, 2025.

Esprit Jardin, the free Fête des Plantes of Versailles 2025, the program

Esprit Jardin celebrates the Fête des Plantes in Versailles on April 26 and 27, 2025. On the program: plant and equipment sales, workshops, entertainment, shows and much more, with free admission.

Women's Rights Day 2025: the Château de Versailles lights up in purple this weekend

To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Château de Versailles is celebrating women by illuminating the monument's facade in purple on March 7, 8 and 9, 2025.

The Sun King's lost gardens: a virtual reality experience at the Château de Versailles

Plunge into the heart of the original gardens of the Château de Versailles, now no longer in existence, with an immersive virtual reality experience that takes you back in time, from March 25, 2025 to January 4, 2026.

Genius and majesty: Louis XIV by Le Bernin: the exhibition at the Château de Versailles

Discover Louis XIV through the works of Bernini, with a new exhibition at the Château de Versailles from June 3 to September 28, 2025.

Eugène Delacroix: where to see the Romantic painter's works in Paris?

A key painter of the 19th century, Eugène Delacroix is renowned for his great Romantic works, notably "Liberty Guiding the People". Here's where to see his paintings in Paris.

Le Grand Contrôle, the magical hotel at the Château de Versailles that goes back in time

In the heart of the Château de Versailles estate, we discover Le Grand Contrôle, a 5-star hotel offering a unique experience, transporting us back in time. Opening in spring 2020, this unique venue combines history, refinement and authenticity, offering spectacular views over the Orangerie parterre and privileged access to the Château.

International Castles Day 2025: beautiful castles to visit in Île-de-France

This Saturday, July 19, 2025, is International Castle Day. But how? By visiting these magnificent monuments, of course! And we're in luck: Paris and the Île-de-France region are home to some of the most beautiful châteaux in France. Here's a small selection of must-see palaces.

Château de Versailles: several rooms about the Third Republic open - our photos

Novelty alert at the Château de Versailles! Exceptionally, from February 15 to the end of September 2025, the monument will be revealing behind-the-scenes areas of power during the Third Republic, by opening up spaces that are usually closed to the public... Come and discover the Salle du Congrès, still used by the French Assembly and Senate, and the ceremonial apartments of the President of the Congress. We took a sneak preview...

Versailles Electro, the electro party at the Château de Versailles, returns in May 2025

The Château de Versailles is the place to be for an electro party! Versailles Electro returns to Paris on May 24, 2025. This year, Bob Sincla, Kittin and Nicolas Sasson will be on hand! Tickets go on sale tomorrow

Marie-Antoinette in ballet: the last Queen of France recounted in dance at the Opéra de Versailles

Classical dance takes up the destiny of Marie-Antoinette, an emblematic figure in French history. Through a narrative ballet, the life of the last queen unfolds on stage, between pomp, revolution and tragedy. A work where history meets grace.

The Waldorf Astoria - Trianon Palace, a royal setting in the heart of the Parc de Versailles

Fancy a royal weekend in the countryside, just a stone's throw from Paris? Head for the Waldorf Astoria - Trianon Palace, offering a real change of scenery on the edge of the Château de Versailles park. A truly relaxing experience, especially if you haven't been able to go on vacation abroad due to the health crisis.

A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program

The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.

ZEUS, the metal horse from the Olympic opening ceremony, on display at Versailles

Zeus, the mechanical horse of the Olympic Games, is about to set foot at the Château de Versailles. After dazzling Paris, he'll be making a monumental stopover in the Yvelines from October 1 to January 12, 2025. A new chance to discover this steel colossus, ready to steal the show in this royal setting!

The Grand Bal Masqué at the Château de Versailles 2025 - Complete

The Grand Bal Masqué at the Château de Versailles is back to delight us this Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Le Parcours du Roi, the 2024 Christmas show tour at the Château de Versailles

Le Parcours du Roi is the Château de Versailles' 2024 Christmas show, offering families the chance to discover the château's most beautiful rooms in a Baroque atmosphere, from December 14, 2024 to January 4, 2025. The event culminates in a very special encounter with Baroque Santa Claus!

Le Déluge: Guillaume Canet and Mélanie Laurent as Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette - Our opinion

Le Déluge, a new film directed by Gianluca Jodice, stars Guillaume Canet and Mélanie Laurent as Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette, during their imprisonment at the Conciergerie. Here, we discover the royal couple not in the luxury of Versailles, but awaiting their sentence.