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The Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles, with its chandeliers and gilded statues

Itinerary · Paris, France

A day trip: Versailles

The palace and the gardens of Versailles, by RER C or train.

One day

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  1. 8:30

    1Versailles: the back story

    Versailles·In depth

    RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche.

  2. 9:00

    2Palace of Versailles

    Versailles·Palace

    Your timed ticket, booked on the palace’s site.

  3. 14:00

    3Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle

    Versailles·Hotel

    Or stay the night inside the estate.

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