● Gain privileged entry to the private apartments of French Kings Louis XV and Louis XVI, spaces typically off-limits to the public.
● Delve deeper into the personal lives of the monarchs and explore their intimate living quarters with a licensed guide. Discover hidden treasures, their routines, interests, and legacies.
● Encounter extraordinary artifacts, including intricate clocks and innovative furniture pieces, each with its own fascinating story.
Enjoy an immersion into the opulent grandeur of Versailles and discover the intimate realm of French Kings Louis XV and Louis XVI. With exclusive access to the first floor of the central part of the palace, discover the King's Interior Apartments, a haven of tranquility steeped in history and adorned with exquisite decor.
Led by a private licensed guide, immerse yourself in the refined ambiance of these lesser-known spaces, where the monarchs lived and worked away from the public eye. Each room holds its own treasure, waiting to be unveiled as you explore the secrets of the past.
Louis XIV initially created a suite of rooms for personal use, featuring his extensive collections of artworks. Louis XV expanded and enhanced these rooms, adding new spaces like work cabinets, dining rooms, and libraries, offering the king a level of privacy. Louis XVI further adapted the space to his own needs.
During the tour, you'll explore Louis XVI's private spaces including the clock room, named after its remarkable astronomical timepiece, a testament to King Louis XV's fascination with the cosmos, his clothes cabinet, the dog's room, post-hunt dining room, private chamber amongst others.
Experience the privilege of uncovering these hidden gems as you embark on this exclusive tour, where history comes to life in the private chambers of French royalty.
* Available everyday except on Mondays
* Please note that only access tickets to the Kings' private apartments are included in this tour. There is an additional charge for access to the grand apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and the gardens. If you wish to visit them, please let us know.
* Transfers to and back from Versailles can be added at an extra cost.
Included
● English-speaking licensed guide
● Access to the behind the scene King's appartements
● Timed entrance tickets
Not Included
● Gratuity to the guide
● Transportation to Versailles