Versailles
Keeping up with the kings
Although only a short train ride from Paris, Versailles feels like a world apart from the busy capital. Its immaculate gardens and gilded Château offer grace and grandeur and are a once-in-a-lifetime sight to behold. The views aside, the place is full of stories and anecdotes that vividly bring alive its history – both local and aristocratic.
The best way to see Versailles and its extensive grounds from all angles, is by bike. Indulge and get the royal treatment for the day and join us for a tour of Versailles – from its quaint town and historic market to its delightful gardens and decadent palace.
La Vie en Royal
The Palace and its gardens are a sight to behold, but sometimes it’s difficult to know where to begin and how to get a head start on the queues. Book a guided tour and let us lead you past the line and straight into the Château.
To see the fantastic fountains, visit on a weekend (and Tuesday in May and June) experience the majestic musical fountains show – made up of 55 fountains, totalling 99 jets. And for an extra spectacular visit, Saturdays in summer are the way to go. From Masquerade balls to Electro Festivals – you'll see Versailles in a whole new light. Fancy something more demure? Christmas at Versailles also has its charm. Papa Noël is waiting!
Our Versailles Bike Tours meet in Paris at Gare Montparnasse train station and we travel to Versailles together by train (only 12 minutes!). Alternatively, we can meet you directly at Versailles, just let us know and we can rendez-vous there!
If you do decide to go your own way, we recommend the speedy line N or the TER regional trains from Paris Montparnasse, where you can hop off at the first stop – Versailles Chantiers. From there, it is a lovely, leisurely 15-20 minute walk to the Palais. During the summer, we rent our bikes from here, so you can royally roll into the gardens!
You can also take the RER line C to the Versailles Château Rive Gauche station. On weekdays, the RER C serves a number of stations throughout the center of Paris, but on weekends it exclusively starts from Invalides making its way through the rest of the line down to Versailles. For the most reliable information, it’s worth checking timetables and status updates the night before on the SNCF Connect.
Unforgettable Events in Versailles
Versailles isn’t just a glimpse into the past—it’s a stage for some of the most spectacular events in France!
Every Saturday night in summer, the Nocturnal Fountains Show transforms the gardens into a dreamscape of illuminated fountains, music, and fireworks.
In May, electronic beats take over the grand upper gardens during Versailles Electro, an unforgettable festival set against the backdrop of the Palace.
June brings the Grand Masquerade Ball, an all-night affair where guests, dressed in precise period costumes, dance through the Château and gardens in true 18th-century style.
In December, the Ball of the Century offers a dazzling, time-period-themed gala for those who crave even more opulence. For a touch of holiday magic, Christmas at Versailles presents a regal walk through the Palace, featuring period dance performances and a special appearance from a royal Santa.
And for a unique equestrian spectacle, the Stables of Versailles host elegant performances by the renowned Equestrian Academy of Versailles every Wednesday and Sunday.
Whether you're here for the history, the grandeur, or the party of a lifetime, Versailles delivers an experience unlike any other!
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