Coming (back) to Versailles this winter?
A royal winter awaits you in 2018...
1 - You will avoid the crowd
In a touristic city like Versailles, there will inevitably be a lot of people during the summer months.
Coming to Versailles during winter means:
Less waiting at the Palace
There is usually less people at the Palace in winter, which means
less queuing time to enter!
You can even book your ticket in advance by visiting our page:
Which ticket should I get?
Smaller guided tours
Discovering museums you don't get to see during the summer
Because visiting the Palace during the summer usually takes the whole day, there is no time left to go and explore other parts of the city.
During winter, you will have time to truly appreciate the royal city. Go and discover the Gallery of Coaches, the <a data-cke-saved-href="http://en.versailles-tourisme.com/cultural-heritage/the-royal-tennis-court-943178" href="http://en.versailles-tourisme.com/cultural-heritage/the-royal-tennis-court-943178" _blank"="" style="color: rgb(25, 64, 112); box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Royal Tennis Court, the Lambinet Museum, or simply stroll along the streets of the old town...
Note : During school holidays of the Paris region, a lot of local families are coming to Versailles. From February 17th until March 5th, 2018, beware of the crowd!
2 - You will take the best pictures
Attention, instragramers and photo enthusiasts! Versailles in winter will give you the best photos ever...
And if you don't believe me, here is a little selection to illustrate my point!
3 - Coziness of the restaurants and cafés
Winter... the occasion to test all cafés in the city and find out who is making the best hot chocolate!
Also the occasion to stay for dinner in Versailles and enjoy the royal city a little longer...
4 - It will be cheaper
Low season means low prices, and you will save money !
Hotels in particular will be a lot less expensive. Have a look at our hotel reservation service!
5 - Versailles does not have a winter sleep
Come rain, hail or snow...
...Markets are open year-round
Famously known markets of Versailles are not only open in high-season. You will love the Notre Dame market, one of the most beautiful markets in France !
Discover all the markets in Versailles!
... There is always a show in town
Are you more classic style?
Then go and have a look at the Royal Opera programme!
Or more out of the ordinary?
The Equestrian Academy of Versailles will welcome you for a remarkable show, La Voie de l'Ecuyer, every weekend from mid-february.