Gardens of Versailles

The Gardens of Versailles are a masterpiece of French formal garden design, created by landscape architect André Le Nôtre for Louis XIV. Covering about 800 hectares, they feature symmetrical patterns, parterres, canals, and a vast network of paths. The gardens are dotted with over 50 fountains, many of which come alive during the musical fountain shows. Visitors can admire the Grand Canal, a 1.6-kilometer-long waterway used for boating, and the Orangery, which houses exotic citrus trees. The gardens also include the Bosquets, intimate groves with sculptures and hidden fountains. A visit offers a serene escape from the palace crowds, with opportunities for picnics, leisurely walks, or renting a golf cart to cover more ground.

Don't miss

• Watch the Musical Fountain Shows (April to October) where fountains dance to classical music.
• Walk along the Grand Canal, a 1.6 km waterway offering rowboat rentals.
• Explore the Bosquets, such as the Colonnade Grove and the Ballroom Grove.
• Visit the Orangery, home to over 1,000 trees including orange, lemon, and pomegranate.
• See the Latona Fountain and Apollo Fountain, both with intricate mythological sculptures.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Gardens of Versailles

Cheapest way inVersailles Bike Tour4.9★ · 16 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$45 per personSee dates →Most bookedVersailles Palace and Gardens Tour from Paris4.4★ · 4,182 travelers3–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$74 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleVersailles Royal Palace & Gardens Private Tour by Golf Cart4.9★ · 437 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$231 per personSee dates →