Sightseeing in Versailles - what to see. Complete travel guide

Mercure Versailles Chateau stands out among the most romantic and elegant Versailles hotels. Its spacious rooms in coffee shades are ideally suited for a serene stay together, being equipped …
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Versailles is attractive both with its classical shopping centers and grocery stores where you can get diverse delicacies. One of the most popular and attractive stores in the city is …
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Versailles has become internationally famous for its grandiose architecture and mesmerizing balls and other royal events that keep inspiring writers and filmmakers even centuries later. …
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When people hear of Versailles, they immediately think of the palace that has become internationally acclaimed as the residence of Louis XIV and as a UNESCO-protected architectural …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Versailles and surroundings
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Survived castles around Versailles
♥ Castle 'Château de La Madeleine' Yvelines, 12 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de la Reine Blanche' Seine-et-Marne, 16.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Le Louvre' Paris, 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de La Conciergerie' Paris, 16.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de The Temple' Paris, 18.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de La Madeleine' Yvelines, 12 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de la Reine Blanche' Seine-et-Marne, 16.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Le Louvre' Paris, 16.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de La Conciergerie' Paris, 16.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de The Temple' Paris, 18.2 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Versailles
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haute vallée de Chevreuse' , 12 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Vexin français' , 36.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Gâtinais français' , 50.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Oise-Pays de France' , 53 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haute vallée de Chevreuse' , 12 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Vexin français' , 36.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Gâtinais français' , 50.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Oise-Pays de France' , 53 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Versailles and around
♥ Art museum 'National Archaeological Museum' Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 11.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée Marmottan Monet' Paris, 11.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Guimet Museum' Paris, 13.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée du quai Branly' Paris, 13.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée d Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris' Paris, 14 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'National Archaeological Museum' Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 11.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Musée Marmottan Monet' Paris, 11.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Guimet Museum' Paris, 13.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Musée du quai Branly' Paris, 13.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Musée d Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris' Paris, 14 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Versailles from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Fort d'Aubervilliers
From the series “The Most Radioactive Zones on the Planet”
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Distance from Versailles center - 23.5 km.
During the existence of the secret laboratory, the high level of cancer cases was observed in the vicinity of Fort d'Aubervilliers. That remained unclear to doctors for many years. After the cause was identified, the development of the area stopped for several decades. New houses are no longer built there. Opening of an equestrian center and velodrome, as well as a number of other elements of the infrastructure was discarded. Years of cleaning operations were fruitful. In the coming years, the construction of new apartment buildings is planned on its territory. The old fort is not empty too. Today the local police station is situated there. …
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Stade de France
From the series “Top 14 Sport Stadiums with Impressive Design”
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Distance from Versailles center - 21.6 km.
Stade de France also has its own museum devoted to the history of Tadion construction and the most important events of the 1998 World Cup. On days of the sporting events, as well as one day before and one day afterwards, no excursions are carried out. The construction of the stadium has contributed to the development of the escort infrastructure. Today, there are excellent hotels, restaurants and shops next to the stadium. …
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Seine Waterfront
From the series “The Most Beautiful Waterfronts and Embankments”
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Distance from Versailles center - 20.1 km.
At last time in summer if you’re tired of going on foot you can go by pedicab. With the help of this vehicle, you will enjoy the city view with comfort. Fans of walk excursions have the unique opportunity to visit outstanding historical places, one of them is the Conciergerie which at different times was the king’s palace and the politician prison. At first, in the 13th century, this palace was the royal residence and then became a prison for the political criminals. The Siena’s Embankment isn’t just a marvellous place for walks but also is an interesting tourist route. …
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Nobu Will Open a Hotel in Hamburg
Elbtower is an exceptional place. This is not only the tallest skyscraper in Hamburg but also in entire Northern Germany. The skyscraper is a perfect choice for the first Nobu hotel in Hamburg as Elbtower will house prestigious office spaces, and the hotel’s exclusive fine dining is matching this place. This is the first project of SIGNA and Nobu but the companies plan to continue their partnership.
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07.03.2021
Elbtower is an exceptional place. This is not only the tallest skyscraper in Hamburg but also in entire Northern Germany. The skyscraper is a perfect choice for the first Nobu hotel in Hamburg as Elbtower will house prestigious office spaces, and the hotel’s exclusive fine dining is matching this place. This is the first project of SIGNA and Nobu but the companies plan to continue their partnership.

07.03.2021
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