Top 10 Things to Do

Local attractions in Versailles and beyond

From exploring the world famous Chateau de Versailles and its gardens to playing golf or attending a horses show, many exciting activities await you during your stay in Versailles.

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1) EXPERIENCE THE CHATEAU DE VERSAILLES

Don’t miss out on discovering the Château de Versailles and its park, its sumptuous rooms and breathtaking views over lush gardens. Enjoy a short, 500-yard stroll from the hotel to the awe-inspiring palace of Louis XIV.

  • World famous palace only 500 yards from the hotel
  • Set in the royal domain with stunning groves, pools and fountains
  • The king’s grand apartments
  • The Hall of Mirrors
  • Marie Antoinette’s hamlet

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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2) EXPLORE THE ROYAL PARK BY BIKE OR SEGWAY

Segway® or bikes are available to hire through our partner Versailles Events. Over a guided tour, learn some history while you ride and discover the beauty of the park of the Château de Versailles.

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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3) ATTEND AN EQUESTRIAN SHOW IN THE ROYAL STABLE

Created by Bartabas in the Grand Stable of Versailles Palace in 2003, the Academy of Equestrian Arts is a “corps de ballet”. Its originality lies in the confrontation of various artistic disciplines, like dancing, singing, fencing or Kyudo, which is traditional Japanese archery.

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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4) Take a stroll in the city of Versailles

Discover what the charming city of Versailles has to offer, only a few minutes walking from the hotel. Discover the charming antiquarian district,  make a stop at place du marché for a genuine French farmers market, and don’t miss out on the lovely Place hoche and Notre Dame Church. The quartier Saint Louis can also be discovered during a longer city walk.

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5) Attend the Fountain show

Every Summer, the fountains of the Chateau de Versailles’ garden come alive thanks to a dramatic fountain and lights show, run several times a week. The night fountains show brings a touch of greatness and wonder thanks to stunning fireworks.

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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6) PLAY A ROUND OF GOLF

Golfing in the French countryside, amidst rolling fairways, lush woodlands, and 17th century chateaux, is an experience for the senses and a true test of your game.

Our hotel is located close to the Golf National, the official 2018 Ryder Cup course!

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7) DISCOVER THE ESTATE OF TRIANON

The Estate of Trianon is a unique place in the Park of Versailles.  It is home to the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon palaces, as well as the Queen’s Hamlet and a variety of ornamental gardens. Because this estate was initially designed to escape from the Court’s rigid etiquette, the visit is fascinating and very different from the Château de Versailles.

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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8) VISIT THE POTAGER DU ROI

Created in 1683 by Jean-Baptiste de la Quintinie, the Potager du Roi was a vegetable garden made to provide the Court with fruits and vegetables. It was also an experimental place to grow rare fruits and vegetables, or to produce them earlier than their usual season. Nowadays, the place is open to the public. It is a stunning vegetable garden, growing over 400 varieties of fruits and vegetables.

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9) FIND OUT MORE ABOUT LEGENDARY FRAGRANCES

The Osmothèque in Versailles is the world’s only fragrance archive. Visitors can discover or rediscover legendary fragrances, and attend fascinating conferences abouts perfumes and fragrances.

Tickets are needed, ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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10) EXPLORE THE GRAND CANAL BY BOAT

There are endless possibilities to explore the stunning park of Versailles. One fine days,

renting a boat on the grand canal is the perfect idea to enjoy the view from the Grand Canal while doing a fun activity.

Ask our concierges for information and reservation.

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Beyond Versailles

Join Paris within 20 minutes and explore its iconic streets and museums.

Day getaways to Giverny, Normandy or in Champagne can also easily be organized from the hotel.

Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace

1, Boulevard de la Reine, 78000 Versailles, France

Telephone: +33 (0) 1 30 84 50 00

Fax: +33 (0) 1 30 84 50 01

Email: reservations.trianon@waldorfastoria.com