Practical information for Versailles – Urban Heart
Getting here
| From | Lines | Stops / Info | Average duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | RER C | Versailles Château – Rive Gauche | 20–30 min |
| Transilien L | Versailles Rive Droite | 30 min | |
| Transilien N | Versailles–Chantiers | 12–15 min | |
| Metro line 13 → Tram T6 | Stops: Vélizy / Viroflay (Rive Gauche & Rive Droite) | 30–40 min | |
| La Défense | Transilien L / U | Versailles Rive Droite / Versailles–Chantiers | 25 min |
| Massy / Saclay | Transilien V | Vélizy / Versailles–Chantiers | 20–30 min |
| Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines | Transilien N / U / RER C | Versailles–Chantiers / Viroflay–Rive Gauche / Chaville–Vélizy | 7–8 min |
| Châtillon – Montrouge | Metro line 13 → Tram T6 | Vélizy / Viroflay | 20–30 min |
Getting around
Versailles, Viroflay and Vélizy-Villacoublay benefit from a dense and well-connected transport network.
Île-de-France Mobilités buses
- Regular connections between Versailles ↔ Viroflay ↔ Vélizy
- Service to the main stations (Rive Gauche, Rive Droite, Chantiers, Viroflay RG/RD)
- Direct access to shopping districts, museums, parks and business areas
Tramway T6
Connects Châtillon–Montrouge ↔ Vélizy ↔ Viroflay
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Connections:
RER C at Viroflay Rive Gauche and Line L at Viroflay Rive Droite. Ideal to reach metro line 13 and discover Vélizy.
Bicycles & soft mobility
- Continuous cycle paths between Versailles – Viroflay – Vélizy
- Access to major cycling routes: Véloscénie, Green Belt, Meudon Forest
- Numerous bike racks around train stations and in town centres
Parking
Versailles
- Car parks: Château, Place d’Armes, Notre-Dame, Saint-Louis, Chantiers
- Paid parking in the city centre, free parking in the outskirts
- Several underground car parks near the historic districts
Viroflay
- Car parks near Rive Gauche and Rive Droite stations
- Blue zones in the town centre (limited parking duration)
- Free parking around parks and cultural facilities
Vélizy-Villacoublay
- Parking near Town Hall, L’Onde cultural centre and sports facilities
- Plenty of free parking throughout the city
- Limited-duration zones around commercial hubs
Opening days & hours of tourist sites
| Place | Hours | Info |
|---|---|---|
| Palace of Versailles & Gardens | Daily (closed on Mondays) | Iconic site, Hall of Mirrors, formal French gardens |
| Notre-Dame district & Notre-Dame Market | Market days: Tue, Fri, Sun | Vibrant historic area, listed market halls, artisan shops |
| Saint-Louis district & Carrés Saint-Louis | Free access | Historic district, picturesque streets, former craft houses |
| Madame Élisabeth Estate | Wed–Sun (seasonal) | 18th-century residence and romantic park |
| King’s Kitchen Garden | Tue–Sun (seasonal hours) | Historic garden of Versailles |
| Lambinet Museum | Wed–Sun: 2 p.m.–6 p.m. | City museum of art and history |
| Meudon Forest (Viroflay) | Free access | Woodland trails, ideal for hiking & cycling |
Public toilets / Useful services
Public toilets
Versailles
- Notre-Dame Market
- Versailles-Chantiers station
- Versailles–Rive Gauche station
Viroflay
- Viroflay Rive Gauche station
- Viroflay Rive Droite station
- Square de l’Ariane
Vélizy-Villacoublay
- L’Onde cultural centre
- Sports Park
- Town Hall
Charging stations for electric vehicles
Versailles
- Around 43 charging points across city car parks (street and underground).
- Visitor access; information available via the City of Versailles website.
Viroflay
- 5 stations (10 charging points) including 22 kW fast and 24 kW rapid chargers.
- Located near stations and town car parks.
Vélizy-Villacoublay
- Around ten stations with over forty charging points.
- Examples: Westfield Vélizy 2 shopping centre car parks (car parks 1, 2, 12, 15)
- Free or reduced rates for residents with the “Vel’Easy” card.
Versailles Tourist Information Centre
Just a few steps from the Palace and facing Versailles-Château–Rive-Gauche station, the Tourist Office welcomes you and helps you plan your activities in Versailles Grand Parc.
Our travel advisors are here to guide you throughout your stay: what to do, where to stay, where to enjoy local specialities… Feel free to ask — they will be happy to help.
You can purchase Palace tickets, book guided tours, and find unique souvenirs in our boutique.
American Express cards are not accepted at this location.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Monday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Address: 1 place du Maréchal Lyautey, 78000 Versailles
