Are you visiting Versailles by car, camper van or coach? Find here the main information you need to park easily near the Palace of Versailles, the city centre, the stations and the main tourist sites.
On-street parking in Versailles is generally paid, especially in the city centre and around the Palace. For a more convenient visit, we recommend using one of the city’s open-air or underground car parks.
Located opposite the Palace of Versailles, the Place d’Armes car park is one of the most convenient options for direct access to the estate, the gardens and the historic centre.
Located near Avenue de l’Europe, this open-air car park provides easy access on foot to the city centre, shops, restaurants and the Palace.
The Avenue de Sceaux car park is a convenient option for reaching the city centre, the Saint-Louis district and the Palace of Versailles.
This underground car park is located near the Saint-Louis district and the cathedral. It provides easy access on foot to the historic centre.
| Car park | Main rate | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Place d’Armes | €1.20 / 15 minutes during the first 4 hours, then €0.60 / 15 minutes | The closest to the Palace. Free for people with reduced mobility on presentation of proof. |
| Europe | €0.60 / 15 minutes | Convenient for the city centre and shops. |
| Avenue de Sceaux | First hour free, then €0.60 / 15 minutes | Convenient for the city centre, the Saint-Louis district and the Palace. |
| Saint-Louis | Progressive pricing depending on parking duration | Underground car park near the Saint-Louis district. |
It is possible to enter the park of the Palace of Versailles by car via the Queen’s Gate, located at 1 boulevard de la Reine. Vehicle access is subject to a fee.
Parking inside the park can be convenient for reaching the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and the Marie-Antoinette Estate, especially if you would like to reduce walking distances.
In Versailles, you can pay for parking directly from your smartphone using the PayByPhone app. This service allows you to pay for, extend or stop your parking session remotely, without having to use a parking meter.
If you are visiting Versailles by camper van, head to the Avenue de l’Europe car park, where you can park during the day, subject to availability and parking conditions.
At night, camper vans must go to a campsite or a suitable parking area. The Versailles campsite welcomes visitors seasonally, usually from March to October.
Several options are available for coach parking in Versailles, especially near the Palace and inside the estate park.
The Place d’Armes car park welcomes coaches very close to the Palace of Versailles. A drop-off area also allows groups to get off near the Palace, for a maximum of 10 minutes.
Coach parking is also possible inside the Palace park, accessible via Boulevard de la Reine, especially around Allée de Bailly and near the Grand Trianon.
Reserved parking spaces for people with reduced mobility are available in Versailles, especially near the Palace, the city centre and the main tourist sites.
Drop-off by car or bus is possible near Entrance B of the Palace of Versailles, located in the Cour d’Honneur.
The Place d’Armes car park is the closest to the Palace of Versailles. It provides quick access to the estate, the gardens and the historic centre.
Yes, on-street parking is generally paid in Versailles, especially in the city centre and near the main tourist sites.
The Avenue de Sceaux car park offers the first hour free. Conditions may change: remember to check the information displayed on site.
Camper vans can park during the day at the Avenue de l’Europe car park. Overnight, it is recommended to go to the Versailles campsite or a suitable area.
A drop-off area is available at the Place d’Armes car park so groups can get off near the Palace, within the maximum limit of 10 minutes.
Yes, reserved spaces are available at the Place d’Armes car park. Drop-off is also possible near Entrance B of the Palace of Versailles, located in the Cour d’Honneur.