What to do and see in Versailles, Ile-de-France: The Best Specialty Museums

August 1, 2021 Russell Mellin

This former unofficial capital of France sits just 10 miles from Paris and is easily reachable by train. Even though the Chateau de Versailles has been known as the epitome of indulgent luxury for centuries, seeing it in person is a jaw-dropping experience. The chateau's magnificent gardens are free, but it's worth shelling out for a day ticket to see the interior—although it does make going back to even a fancy hotel seem rather humdrum.
Restaurants in Versailles

1. Osmotheque

36 rue du Parc de Clagny, 78000, Versailles France +33 1 39 55 46 99 http://www.osmotheque.fr/
Excellent
83%
Good
8%
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8%
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1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 12 reviews

Osmotheque

2. Galerie des Carrosses

1 avenue Rockefeller Musee Du Carrosse, 78000, Versailles France +33 1 30 83 78 00 http://www.chateauversailles.fr/
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
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4.5 based on 298 reviews

Galerie des Carrosses

Reviewed By rosemead1 - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom

This is one of the rare attractions in Versailles that is free to visit, it is worth popping in to see the beautiful state coaches and they also have some original sleds used by Marie Antoinette, also carriages made for her children are on display.

3. Museum of French History

Place d'Armes Chateau de Versailles, 78000, Versailles France http://en.chateauversailles.fr/discover-the-estate/the-palace/the-palace/museum-of-the-history-of-france
Excellent
59%
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Museum of French History

4. Musee de la Toile de Jouy

54 rue Charles de Gaulle Chateau de l'Eglantine, 78350 Jouy en Josas, Versailles France +33 1 39 56 48 64 http://www.museedelatoiledejouy.fr/fr/accueil
Excellent
24%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
7%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 67 reviews

Musee de la Toile de Jouy

Reviewed By sianh835

Being a textile and quilt lover, this museum was an absolute joy. Truly beautiful fabrics and colours and incredibly interesting. Definitely worth a visit - would love to be able to return for their upcoming exhibition.

5. Maison des Musiciens Italiens

15 rue Champ Lagarde, 78000, Versailles France
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Maison des Musiciens Italiens

6. Musee du Lycee Hoche

73 avenue de Saint Cloud, 78000, Versailles France http://www.amismuseehoche.fr/

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