The Palace of Versailles is the ultimate symbol of French royal grandeur. Built for Louis XIV in the 17th century, this sprawling estate features over 2,300 rooms, 800 hectares of gardens, and some of the most lavish interiors ever created. Thanks to Google Arts & Culture, you can explore it all without crossing the Atlantic.
Whether you're planning a future trip, studying French history, or simply love grand architecture, these virtual tours offer details you'd miss even in person — zooming into ceiling frescoes, walking empty galleries, and exploring private royal chambers.
Google Arts & Culture: Versailles
Google partnered with the Château de Versailles to create an extraordinary digital experience:
🏰 Versailles on Google Arts & Culture
Immersive virtual tours of the Hall of Mirrors, King's Grand Apartments, the Royal Chapel, and the gardens. Includes ultra-high-resolution imagery and curated exhibitions.
Enter the Palace →What You Can Explore
- Hall of Mirrors — 357 mirrors reflecting 17 arched windows overlooking the gardens. The most famous room in France.
- King's Grand Apartments — Seven interconnected salons dedicated to Roman gods, each more lavish than the last.
- Royal Chapel — A masterpiece of Baroque architecture where royal weddings took place.
- Queen's Hamlet — Marie Antoinette's private retreat, a rustic village within the estate.
- Gardens of Versailles — Designed by André Le Nôtre, featuring 1,400 fountains and perfectly geometric landscapes.
💡 Pro Tip
Start with the Hall of Mirrors virtual tour — it's the crown jewel. Then explore the King's Apartments to see how the Sun King actually lived. The gardens alone could take hours to virtually wander.
Historical Highlights
Key moments that shaped Versailles and world history:
- 1682 — Louis XIV moves the French court to Versailles
- 1789 — The Women's March on Versailles forces the royal family back to Paris
- 1837 — Louis-Philippe transforms it into a museum of French history
- 1919 — The Treaty of Versailles is signed in the Hall of Mirrors, ending World War I
- 1979 — UNESCO designates Versailles a World Heritage Site
Enhance Your Virtual Visit
Recommended Gear for Virtual Travel
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Meta Quest 3S VR Headset
Experience the Hall of Mirrors in immersive 3D. The next best thing to being there.
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"Versailles: A Biography of a Palace" (Book)
Tony Spawforth's definitive history — perfect companion to the virtual tour.