Visiting Versailles on a small budget
Versailles has a reputation for being an expensive destination, but even on a small budget, you can discover the city. Exhibitions, museums and free parks, you have a lot of activities awaiting you all year long.
Keep in mind that from November to March, admission to the entire estate is free on the first sunday of every month.
Here's how to enjoy Versailles without breaking the bank:
Keep in mind that from November to March, admission to the entire estate is free on the first sunday of every month.
Here's how to enjoy Versailles without breaking the bank:
Historic site and monument Groupe (EN)
This emblematic place was the theatre of the oath during which 578 deputies of the States General swore not to be separated until they had given a constitution to France. The French Revolution was begnning...
Discover the Quartier Notre Dame in Versailles, on foot. A cultural walk of 3.6 km through emblematic places of the city.
Historic site and monument
Récollets Convent was built in 1684 under the reign of Louis XIV, for the Franciscan Order, from which the convent is.
Historic site and monument
Located in the heart of the old convent founded by Louis XV's wife, the chapel is a jewel of neoclassical architecture.
Park and garden
A few steps from the main entrance of the Château de Versailles, “La Cour des Senteurs” is a courtyard that showcases the finest of the “French Art de Vivre” with :
Take a refreshing break in Versailles Grand Parc with a 20km cycle route, combining history and nature along the River Bièvre.
Historic site and monument
The aqueduct is a historic site 580 metres high.
Museum
Genuine masterpieces created by the best artists of this time, here is Europe's largest collection of royal and imperial coaches !
Go for a walk in the district of Montreuil! On your way, discover famous places of Versailles. A walk full of culture and beautiful places.
Museum Groupe (EN) Groupe Affaire/incentive (EN) 5 equipped room(s) 80 people max Family Reception/drinks reception Seminar/meeting
Built in 1761-1762 according to the wishes of the duke of Choiseul, then Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, this mansion was meant to house the archives and departments of Foreign Affairs and the Navy. Here were negotiated the Treaty of Versailles ...
Explore the plain of Versailles by bike and discover its historical secrets and the park of the Château. A 25km route, combining history, culture and nature, ideal for a ride with family or friends.
Le Carré à la Farine is an exhibition hall located in the flour hall of the Marché Notre-Dame. It hosts exhibitions, conferences and other events throughout the year. This room is a rental space
Discover Versailles on a 6km cycle route through the Saint-Louis district.
Discover Versailles by bike through its historic neighborhoods and the magnificent Château park. A 14 km route blending history, culture, and nature, perfect for a family outing or a trip with friends.
Discover Jouy-en-Josas and its surroundings by bike: departure from the Tourist Office, via the Musée de la Toile de Jouy, the Saint-Eustache church, stop in Châteaufort, and return to the Tourist Office. A tour rich in history and culture.
Historic site and monument Groupe (EN) 2 equipped room(s) 50 people max 2 Rooms with adaptable space
The Versailles City Hall, is a witness of the history of Versailles. This property of a natural daughters of Louis XIV came under Louis XV to the Grand Master of the Royal Household who redesigned and rebuilt in 1900 .
Park and garden
Situated around the Grand Canal, the Park covers several hectares and is free to enter.
Park and garden
Get on your bike and follow the cycle paths with the wind in your hair : they will lead you on a tour of the city's main monuments !
Loop of about 10KM between the communes of Rueil Malmaison, Chatou, Croissy, Bougival.
Historic site and monument
Aqueduct and arcades at Buc, a historic site 580 metres high.
The Gallery of Sculptures and Casts is situated in the Small Stables of the King, opposite the Palace. Casts of the most famous sculptures of Greek and Roman Antiquity are kept in this gallery, where they were once made for French artists' training.
On Sunday 18 May, from 2pm to 5pm, the students will be taking over the Sculpture and Moulding ...
A place to meet and debate in the heart of the city