Versailles Palace opening hours
High Season Hours (from April 1st to October 31st)
From Tuesday to Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM.
Low Season Hours (from November 1st to March 31st)
From Tuesday to Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
Closing Days
Closed every Monday, January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.
What are the opening hours and days of Versailles Palace and Gardens?
Versailles Palace is open year-round, except on Mondays, which is the closing day.
The opening hours vary depending on the high and low seasons. From April 1st to October 31st, during the high season, the palace is open from 9 AM to 6:30 PM, the gardens from 7 AM to 8:30 PM, and the Trianon Palace from 12 PM to 6:30 PM.
From November 1st to March 31st, during the low season, the palace is open from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, the gardens from 8 AM to 6 PM, and the Trianon Palace from 12 PM to 5:30 PM.
What is the best time to visit the gardens of Versailles Palace?
The best time to visit Versailles Palace is during the low season, after the opening time and before closing time.
However, it should be noted that during that period, from November 1st to March 31st, you cannot fully enjoy the gardens as the fountains are turned off, the statues are protected, and the groves are closed to visitors.
When is the Palace of Versailles closed?
The palace and gardens are closed every Monday, January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.
When are the fountain shows?
The fountain shows take place only on certain days from May 22nd to October 31st, 2021.
Does the Trianon Palace open at the same time as the main palace?
No, the main palace opens earlier, at 9:00 a.m. The Trianon Palace opens at 12:00 p.m.
