Located in the heart of Versailles, the Apparts de l'Oncle Louis is the ideal starting point to explore the city. Discover our itineraries and recommendations tailored to the length of your stay.
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Half-day visit
Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
A photo of the Palace Gardens
Low season: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
High season: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Take a beautiful photo from the perspective of the Gardens, the Groves, and the Grand Canal, overlooking the Latona Parterre. The sun sets perfectly in this alignment. To the right is the North Parterre with the Neptune Fountain below; to the left, the South Parterre with the Orangery and the Swiss Ornamental Lake in the distance.
Visit Option: quick quick quick
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Round trip for the visit to the Trianon via the Gardens
Low season: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
High season: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Start your walk from the Latona Parterre. The sun sets perfectly in this alignment. To the right is the North Parterre with the Neptune Fountain below; to the left, the South Parterre with the Orangery and the Swiss Ornamental Lake in the distance.
Afternoon: the estate of Trianon
Low season: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High season: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dedicated to the private lives of the Kings and Marie-Antoinette, explore the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet (including its farm!). Discover their romantic gardens, so distinct from the formal Groves.
Sun option: Palace & Gardens
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Afternoon: the Palace Gardens
Low season: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
High season: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Start your walk from the Latona Fountain and its parterre. The sun sets perfectly aligned with the Royal Way. To your right lies the North Parterre, with the Neptune Fountain below; to your left is the South Parterre, overlooking the Orangery and the Swiss Ornamental Lake in the distance.
Rain option: Palace and Trianon
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Afternoon: the estate of Trianon
Low season: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High season: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dedicated to the private lives of the Kings and Marie-Antoinette, explore the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet (including its farm!). Discover their romantic gardens, so distinct from the formal Groves.
Summer option: the essentials of Versailless
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Afternoon: the estate of Trianon
Low season: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High season: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dedicated to the private lives of the Kings and Marie-Antoinette, explore the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet (including its farm!). Discover their romantic gardens, so distinct from the formal Groves.
Evening: The Night Fountains Show, held every Saturday night throughout the summer
A dream evening in the Gardens to discover almost all the Groves, water fountains, music, light effects, and fireworks. It's a magical evening. Tickets are available separately from Château de Versailles Spectacle.
Day 1
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Afternoon: the estate of Trianon
Low season: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High season: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dedicated to the private lives of the Kings and Marie-Antoinette, explore the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet (including its farm!). Discover their romantic gardens, so distinct from the formal Groves.
Day 2
Morning : the Palace gardens
Low season: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
High season: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Start your walk from the Latona parterre. The sun sets perfectly in line with it. To the right is the North parterre with the Neptune basin below, to the left the South parterre with the Orangery and the Swiss Pond extending from it.
Afternoon: the Coach Gallery + the Jeu de Paume Room
The perfect way to complete your visit—both offer free admission! Discover a collection of France’s most beautiful royal coaches and revisit a key historical moment of the French Revolution and our Constitution. Please check opening hours based on the day of your visit.
Day 1
Morning : Inside the Palace of Versailles
Low season: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
High season: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Visit Louis XIV's masterpiece: admire the majestic Hall of Mirrors and the King’s and Queen’s Grand Apartments. Remember to book your timed-entry ticket on the Palace of Versailles website or take advantage of our skip-the-line tickets!
Afternoon: the estate of Trianon
Low season: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High season: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dedicated to the private lives of the Kings and Marie-Antoinette, explore the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen’s Hamlet (including its farm!). Discover their romantic gardens, so distinct from the formal Groves.
Day 2
Morning : the Palace gardens
Low season: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
High season: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Start your walk from the Latona parterre. The sun sets perfectly in line with it. To the right is the North parterre with the Neptune basin below, to the left the South parterre with the Orangery and the Swiss Pond extending from it.
Afternoon: the Coach Gallery + the Jeu de Paume Room
The perfect way to complete your visit—both offer free admission! Discover a collection of France’s most beautiful royal coaches and revisit a key historical moment of the French Revolution and our Constitution. Please check opening hours based on the day of your visit.
Day 3
Morning: life in Versailles
The Saint-Louis District, with its magnificent Cathedral and the "Carrés Saint-Louis," and the Notre-Dame District, featuring its church, the Antique Dealers' Quarter, and the Market Square. Not to be missed: the Lambinet Museum!
Afternoon: the Grand Canal
A loop around the Grand Canal (10km)—perfect for a beautiful stroll near the President's "Lanterne" residence. How about a bike ride, a boat trip, or a jog? Free admission all year round!
