What are the best things to do in Versailles?
Top picks in Versailles include The Chapelle Royale, The Grand Trianon Castle, The Temple of Love. See the full list and itinerary on this Versailles travel guide.
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Why visit Versailles
Travel guide for Versailles, France — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Versailles is a stop in France, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise The Chapelle Royale, The Grand Trianon Castle, The Temple of Love instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 110–240 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Versailles
1
The Chapelle Royale
2
The Grand Trianon Castle
3
The Temple of Love
Plan your trip
Versailles itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit The Chapelle Royale
- Visit The Grand Trianon Castle
- Visit The Temple of Love
- Eat at Place du Marché Notre Dame
Budget
Versailles trip cost
Budget
USD 50–85
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 110–240
per person / day
Luxury
USD 275–455+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Versailles, France. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Versailles
Estimated total (USD)
$3,090
≈ $1,545 per person · $441 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $180/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Versailles mid-range ground costs (budget 50–85 · mid 110–240 · luxury 275–455+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Place du Marché Notre Dame
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Bleu France Eragny
Hotel La Chaumière Logis de France
Hotel Les Jardins d'Epône
Hotel Mercure Versailles Parly 2
Huttopia Versailles
Museums & culture
- The Grand Trianon Castle
- The Temple of Love
In pictures
Versailles gallery
Photos: ToucanWings, Anton von Werner, Moonik, Jean-Marie Hullot, Myrabella — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Versailles travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Versailles?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Versailles?
Plan at least 1 days in Versailles for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Versailles?
Popular stays in Versailles include Hotel Bleu France Eragny, Hotel La Chaumière Logis de France, Hotel Les Jardins d'Epône. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Versailles cost?
On the ground in Versailles (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 50–85 per person per day, mid-range about 110–240, and luxury about 275–455+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Versailles, France. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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