FamxplorPalace of Versailles
What to expect
The Palace of Versailles is a former royal residence located in Versailles, France. It was the principal residence of the French kings from the time of Louis XIV to Louis XVI and is now one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. The palace is owned by the government of France and features a range of impressive architecture, gardens, and artworks. Visitors can explore the palace, its gardens, and the surrounding estate, which includes the Trianon châteaux and the Grand Canal. The palace has a rich history, having been expanded and modified by several generations of architects, sculptors, and landscape architects, and it is considered a perfect model of a royal residence. With over 90,000 artworks and a range of cultural and scientific exhibits, the Palace of Versailles is a great place to visit with family and friends
Plan your family visit to the Palace of Versailles with these blog insights 👇
PARIS with family, Paris with children
Activities: We visited the château, including the King and Queen's rooms and the Hall of Mirrors. The kids used an audio-guide and a downloadable booklet-game. Then we had a picnic in the picnic area
Highlights: The kids really liked the visit, which wasn't too long. It was fun to picnic on the picnic area. We could also rent bikes, which would be more fun ✨
...Paris with your kids
Activities: We visited the castle: the King’s room, the Queen’s room, apartments, the marvellous Gallerie des Glaces… An audioguide for the children ( from 8 years) was provided at the entry. Then we enjoyed a meal in the picnic area, during « les grandes eaux »
Highlights: The kids really liked the visit, it is not too long. We loved the park during « les grandes eaux », when all the park’s fountains were working: wonderful! ✨
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Activities: We visited the royal apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and the gardens. We also saw the Grand Trianon and the Temple of Love
Highlights: The kids enjoyed learning about the history of the palace and seeing the luxurious decorations. The parents appreciated the beautiful gardens and the peaceful atmosphere ✨
VERSAILLES PALACE
Activities: We visited the Château de Versailles. We started the visit with our audioguide. Unfortunately the audioguide is only available for children over 8 years old, so my youngest asked me questions. We did not really manage to listen to everything because of the crowd
Highlights: My children looked at this magical place with wide eyes. My daughter, tablet in hand, did not know where to look to take the most beautiful photos, everything shines! "Imagining the escape of Queen Marie-Antoinette through the small door to join the apartments of Louis XVI or crossing the Hall of Mirrors imagining dancing a waltz, is fabulous." ✨
Visit Versailles with your family: a royal and rural stay
