Versailles, royal city
Famous throughout the world for its Palace, Versailles is also a charming royal town that is perfect for strolling around.
With its historic districts, iconic markets and listed monuments, the town offers an authentic and lively atmosphere that can be enjoyed all year round.
From the Notre-Dame district and its lively market to the Saint-Louis district and its cobbled streets, each place bears witness to the exceptional heritage and cultural richness of Versailles.
A destination in its own right, it combines history, gastronomy, craftsmanship and a gentle way of life for a unique experience on the outskirts of Paris.
With its historic districts, iconic markets and listed monuments, the town offers an authentic and lively atmosphere that can be enjoyed all year round.
From the Notre-Dame district and its lively market to the Saint-Louis district and its cobbled streets, each place bears witness to the exceptional heritage and cultural richness of Versailles.
A destination in its own right, it combines history, gastronomy, craftsmanship and a gentle way of life for a unique experience on the outskirts of Paris.
Historic districts
Listed as a City of Art and History, Versailles can be explored through its historic districts, each revealing a different facet of the royal city.- The Notre-Dame district, designed by Hardouin-Mansart, charms visitors with its shopping streets, antique shops and picturesque market.
- The Saint-Louis district, the former parish centre, captivates visitors with its cobbled streets, Saint-Louis Cathedral and the Carrés Saint-Louis, small houses typical of artisans.
- The Antiquaires district invites you to stroll among art galleries, second-hand dealers and craftsmen.
- Finally, the Montbauron-Jussieu district combines history, nature and a gentle way of life, with hidden gardens and elegant residences.
Discover the historic districts
Discover Versailles in a different way
Take the time to stroll through its streets and observe the life that unfolds there. Behind carved doors, inner courtyards and discreet passageways lie art galleries, cosy cafés andsecret gardens that only the curious know how to find.
Here, the walker becomes an explorer: every turn reveals a beautiful 18th-century façade, an artisan's shop or a forgotten architectural detail. Through its lively neighbourhoods, Versailles reveals a unique atmosphere — a blend of history and modernity, elegance and simplicity.
Behind each façade lies a part of the authentic, lively and welcoming Versailles. Here, Versailles is not just the Palace: it is a city to explore, to experience, to encounter.
The markets of Versailles
The markets of Versailles are the beating heart of the royal city. People come here as much to stroll among the stalls as to chat with the producers and soak up the authentic atmosphere of a lively city.Under the market halls of the Notre-Dame district or on Place Saint-Louis, colours, aromas and smiles mingle in a warm atmosphere.
A daily fixture, these markets embody the Versailles way of life, combining local traditions and shared conviviality.
Discover the markets of Versailles
The markets of Versailles are an integral part of the city's identity.
Whether in historic market halls or open-air squares, they reflect a local way of life where conviviality and authenticity blend with the beauty of the heritage.
The Notre-Dame market, renowned as one of the most beautiful in the Île-de-France region, captivates visitors with its diverse range of products and lively atmosphere.
The more intimate Saint-Louis market retains a village charm.
And throughout the year, craft markets, designer markets and Christmas markets bring the city to life with the changing seasons.
Amidst colours, flavours and smiles, this is where you can discover the vibrant side of Versailles, the one that is shared on a daily basis.
Whether in historic market halls or open-air squares, they reflect a local way of life where conviviality and authenticity blend with the beauty of the heritage.
The Notre-Dame market, renowned as one of the most beautiful in the Île-de-France region, captivates visitors with its diverse range of products and lively atmosphere.
The more intimate Saint-Louis market retains a village charm.
And throughout the year, craft markets, designer markets and Christmas markets bring the city to life with the changing seasons.
Amidst colours, flavours and smiles, this is where you can discover the vibrant side of Versailles, the one that is shared on a daily basis.
A destination in its own right, Versailles charms visitors with its unique lifestyle and world-renowned historical heritage.
From strolling through historic neighbourhoods to exploring markets and meeting locals, the city offers a thousand ways to reinvent yourself.
So let yourself be inspired and discover Versailles in a new light, a royal city that never ceases to surprise.
From strolling through historic neighbourhoods to exploring markets and meeting locals, the city offers a thousand ways to reinvent yourself.
So let yourself be inspired and discover Versailles in a new light, a royal city that never ceases to surprise.