Magical and musical walk in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles
Until November 1, 2026
The advantages of this family 😀 visit
- An outing that combines culture, entertainment and an outdoor walk
- Children are captivated by the moving fountains, the music and the vastness of the park
- You can move at your own pace, take breaks, choose the areas to discover according to the children’s energy, or simply enjoy a moment of relaxation in the gardens…
- Picnic in the park + boat or bike ride; everything is possible at Versailles!
Useful information
- DATES : every weekend until November 1, 2026 + every Tuesday in May and June + July 14 + August 15
- OPENING HOURS : the groves are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., the music takes place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the impoundment from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 5:20 p.m
- LOCATION : in the park of the Palace of Versailles (78)
- TIME OF THE ROUTE : allow 1h30 in the morning and 2h in the afternoon to see all the groves and pools not to be missed
- FREE: for children under 5 years old included and without ticket
- PRICE: from 14€
- PLEASE NOTE: Drought vigilance : due to the high temperatures, the schedules of the Musical Fountains Show are changing in order to preserve water resources
- 2 DIFFERENT ROUTES: in the morning count about 1h30 and in the afternoon more like 2 hours
The concept of the Musical Fountains Show
During the Musical Fountains Show of Versailles, the groves and ponds of the park of the Palace of Versailles are exceptionally staged for the public.
The groves (small enclosed spaces hidden in the heart of the park and usually closed to the public) then became accessible to all.
The pools are filled with water, all to the rhythm of baroque music (music by Lully and Rameau in particular).
At the time of the Musical Fountains Show, you can walk among the park’s 15 groves , its 55 fountains and ponds and its hundreds of statues
The groves in the park are decorated with fountains, vases and statues. They are accessed through discreet alleys and they bring surprise and fantasy to the interior of the Royal Garden
True open-air salons, they once welcomed Louis XIV and his court for entertainment, listening to music or dancing.
Tips with children
- Favor mornings
- Bring good shoes and water
- Spot the times of the main fountains in advance to avoid crossing the entire park at the wrong time
- Plan a picnic