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Royal residence, gardens and French history near Paris

Palace of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles is a vast royal and artistic complex where visitors can move from the ceremonial State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors to formal gardens, the Grand Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet. Plan it as a full-day visit, reserve timed admission when required, and allow extra time for walking between the main palace and outlying estate areas.

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Palace of Versailles
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