In , King Louis XIV decided to substantially enlarge the chateau and its grounds for his elaborate entertainments and where he could escape from bustling Paris to relax. Eventually, he would move the French government and court to Versailles altogether. The king gave his wife the Petit Trianon, where she made many changes, especially to the arboretum which would come to be known as the Hameau de la Reine.
The French Revolution saw the pair removed from Versailles and eventually executed. Subsequent leaders like Napoleon Bonaparte did not choose to live there owing to the expense required for its renovation. When it did reopen, it did so as a museum. Even so, if time is limited, there are some must-see attractions of the palace and its park to witness if at all possible. Possibly the most famous of all the rooms of the Chateau de Versailles, the glittering Hall of Mirrors contains mirrors that reflect the gold surfaces and sparkling crystal chandeliers that line the space.
Beautiful in the extreme, the Hall of Mirrors also contains painted compositions on its ceiling that depict the history of Louis XIV. The gallery was designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart and completed in Ideally, visitors should try to catch a performance at the Royal Opera. The Royal Opera is the main theatre of Versailles. The theatre can accommodate 1, guests. It is famous for its outstanding acoustics and glorious painted marble wood construction.
It was completed in and is notably several metres taller than surrounding buildings. Each day, it is said that the king worshipped in his chapel which contains many works of art by notable artists of the 17th century. The Grands Appartements du Roi represent the public spaces associated with the King and his court. Each of the salons is named for a classical deity. They were used as spaces for meetings and ceremonies held by the king. They overlooked the Marble Courtyard and are located in the oldest part of the castle.
Vestiaire accessible cloakroom Easily identifiable and accessible, lowered section with enough space under the counter to allow for the feet and knees of the seated person.
Position yourself parallel to the toilet seat, back facing the wall. Ascenseur adapted elevator Passing width: 80cm, interior width: cm, depth: cm minimum and controls situated at a height of less than cm.
Information staff trained in French sign language LSF. Ascenseur adapted elevator Display of floor levels and installation of a magnetic loop. Visite audioguides equipped with a volume control device audioguides equipped with induction loops independent visit possible guided tour in French sign language LSF guided tour in international sign language ISL guided tours with lip reading guided tours with an amplifying device guided tours with a magnetic loop device. Accueil interior pathways identifiable by touch Changes in floor textures make it possible to follow a direction using feet or a cane to detect the pathway.
Offset means a ground-level device designed to circumvent the obstacle thus ensuring that people cannot hit their head. These contrasted elements may be glued, painted or embedded. Ascenseur elevator with audio announcements for each floor elevator with identifiable call buttons Call buttons and floor controls identifiable visually and by touch relief, large characters, contrasting colours.
Visite Legible information plates Possibility to get up close 5cm to 25cm. Visite adapted activities educational workshops adapted room cards specific tours. Information secure and closed establishment. Vestiaire large lockers or left luggage lockers for pushchairs possibility to leave pushchairs at the cloakroom. Sanitaires changing table. Accueil pets accepted on site and during guided tours reception desk easily identifiable and accessible There must be at least one lowered section with enough space 70cm high, 30cm deep and 60cm wide under the counter to allow for the feet and knees of the seated person.
Vestiaire cloakroom. Sanitaires horizontal support rail diagonal support rail to enable the seated person to raise themselves up easily. Escalier communal staircase adapted for secure movement Handrail on both sides. Organization of seminars. Open every day from 9. The Brasserie de la Girandole and the Buvette du Dauphin serve light snacks in high season. Ore by Ducasse. Prices and times. For booking details, please refer to the 'Professionals' section of our website www.
For information on guided tours and bookings, email visites. Free Free entry on 1st Sunday of every month from 1 November to 31 March. Free for European Union nationals under 26, primary and secondary school teachers except temporary exhibitions.
Free for job seekers and people on French welfare benefits. Free for young people and children Under 18s. Voir la carte. Bus - Offer adapted to disabled visitors Hearing Mental Physical Visual Access facilities Adapted activities and visits Loan of wheelchairs Free admission for disabled visitors on presentation of proof Free admission for the accompanying person Priority admission.
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