The Grand Trianon

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Presentation

The Grand Trianon was designed in 1687 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart to allow King Louis XIV to escape the excessive luxury of the Court and to safeguard his love affairs there. The site indeed exudes a sense of intimacy and refinement.

The palace is inspired by Italian architecture and invites you to poetry and leisurely strolls. It was built on the site of Louis XIV’s former Porcelain Trianon.

A little fun fact: in the past, the Grand Trianon was surrounded by thousands of potted flowers, which were changed every day. Today, this tradition is still maintained with each season.

The spectacle was truly unique: flowerbeds bursting with blooms of every color and a wide variety of fragrances filled the air.

Later on, the Grand Trianon was frequented by Napoleon Bonaparte and by Presidents of the Republic.

From 1962 to 1966, General de Gaulle entrusted André Malraux, then Minister of Cultural Affairs, with the restoration of the Grand Trianon.

Opening day(s)

All year long 2025

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

During high season: Marie-Antoinette's Estate is open from 10:00a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (access to interior areas until 5:45 p.m.) from Tuesday to Sunday except for certain holidays or official ceremonies.

During low season: Marie-Antoinette's Estate is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m. (no admission after 5:00 p.m.) from Tuesday to Sunday except for certain holidays or official ceremonies.

Exceptionally closed : Thursday 25 December 2025

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Tourist guides :
- Michelin guide
- Tourist guides
- Le Routard guide

General information

Visites :
- Average group visit length (minutes) 90
- Average individual visit length (minutes) 180
Type of culturel patrimony :
- Historic site and monument
Historical patrimony :
- Historic patrimony
- Château
- Farm
Visit :
- Guided tours
Restaurants :
- Restaurant
- Fast food
Services :
- Pets welcome

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Leisure facilities :
- Picnic area
Parking :
- Parking
Individual tour services :
- Guided individual tours available permanently
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
Group tour services :
- Guided group tours on request
- Unguided group tours available permanently
Interior facilities :
- Toilets
- Restaurant
Entertainment :
- Temporary exhibition
- Shows
Cultural leisure facilities :
- Exhibition space

Accessibility

Accessibility criteria for people with reduced mobility :
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance

Prices

Prices	Min
01/01/2024 - 31/12/2024
Adult	12.00€
Reduced price	8.00€	-- Titulaire d?une carte de réduction pour famille nombreuses française -- Visiteurs acquittant le droit d?entrée avec des chèques Vacances -- Abonnés ou porteurs d'un billet du Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Arras -- Adhérents des sociétés d'amis des musées nationaux -- Tous les jours, dimanches inclus, groupes ayant une réservation d'accès jusqu'à 9h45 et à partir de 15h00