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On Wednesday 7 of January, due to weather conditions, the Sailors' gate and the Royal Star gate are closed. You may access the gardens via the Queen's gate and St Antony's gate. The little train does not operate. The Palace and Estate of Versailles are open. Soils of the gardens and courtyard may be slippery, be careful.
In January at the Palace of Versailles
The cultural offerDue to weather conditions, the Sailors Gate and the Royal Star Gate will be exceptionally closed on Tuesday, 6 January.
Discover the full program of shows at the Royal Opera at the Palace of Versailles.
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The Palace
From the seat of power to a museum of the history of France
The Royal Tennis Court
A Testament to the French Revolution
Until 15 February 2026
The Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), Son of a king, father of a king, but never a king
The Palace of Versailles is presenting an exhibition devoted to the Grand Dauphin, Louis de France, the eldest child of Louis XIV. It traces the life of this often overlooked prince. As heir to the throne, he was the focal point of Bourbon dynastic ambitions, without ever reigning, but his education reflects the destiny which was his due.
From 25 November 2025 to 3 May 2026
1725. Native American allies at the court of Louis XV
The Palace of Versailles and the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac are presenting a new exhibition devoted to the visit by Native American allies to the court of Versailles. In 1725, four Native American chiefs and a Native American woman from the Mississippi valley were received in France on a diplomatic mission and met Louis XV. The exhibition retraces this memorable encounter and explores the links between France and the Indigenous nations of North America in the 18th century.
From 14 November 2025 to 2 March 2026
The Count of Artois, prince and patron. The youth of the last king of France
The result of a partnership between the Centre des Monuments Nationaux and the Palace of Versailles, this exhibition traces the life of the Count of Artois, brother of Louis XVI and the future Charles X, through his residences, his artistic projects, and his princely passions.
Shows and events
The 2025-2026 musical season
The Palace of Versailles is hosting numerous operas, concerts, gala evenings and ballets in some of its exceptional spaces, including the Royal Opera and the Royal Chapel. Check out the programme for the 2025–2026 music season at Versailles.
Exhibition
The Grand Dauphin (1661 - 1711), son of a king, father of a king, but never a king
From 14th October, 2025 to 15th February, 2026
Self-portrait of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard
During a public auction, the Palace of Versailles exercised its right of pre-emption to acquire a pastel self-portrait by Adélaïde Labille-Guiard. This sublime self-portrait is essential to Adélaïde Labille-Guiard's career. She presents herself as an accomplished and recognised artist, on a par with her male peers.
Refurnishing the royal appartments
Bringing the Palace of Versailles back to life and returning it to the image of a Palace full of life.
guided tours
During guided tours, a speaker from the Palace invites you into lesser known locations otherwise closed to the visitors. You can also book online tours to discover the backstage of the Castle from your home!
The official Palace of Versailles app
The free application of the Palace offers audio tours to accompany your visit to the Estate (Palace, Gardens, Trianon Estate, etc.) as well as an interactive map.
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Choose your subscription90,000 artworks to discover online
With 90,000 artworks, collections of Versailles illustrate 5 centuries of French History. This set reflects the dual vocation of the Palace once inhabited by the sovereigns and then a museum dedicated "to all the glories of France" inaugurated by Louis-Philippe in 1837.
Marie-Antoinette, reine de France, et ses enfants
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Le serment du Jeu de Paume, 20 juin 1789
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Louis XIV
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Portrait de Marie-Antoinette
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Buste de Louis XIV
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Le roi gouverne par lui-même, 1661
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Le roi Louis-Philippe entouré de ses cinq fils [...]
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Souper du prince
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