About Versailles
Versailles is absolute monarchy crystallised into marble and gilt—the Hall of Mirrors stuns, the gardens stretch endlessly, the fountains dance on royal command. This palace of excess was designed to overawe; it succeeds perfectly. Even cynics gasp.
Country
France
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
EUR
Language
French
Things to do in Versailles
Tour the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors
Explore the vast gardens (rent a bike)
Visit the Trianon palaces (less crowded)
Watch the fountain shows (weekends in summer)
Picnic on the grounds with regional wine
Visit Marie Antoinette's private estate of Petit Trianon
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