1. Paris and Versailles are connected by the RER trains, so it will take no more than half an hour to reach the latter from the capital.
2. Fountains in Versailles work on certain hours only, so travelers who want to admire that view should find out about those hours in advance.
3. It is very comfortable to explore the park while cycling. Visitors are always welcome to rent a bicycle in one of the numerous rental offices. The rental fee is approximately 6 euro per hour. If you do not want to cycle and would like to explore the park in a more comfortable way, it is always possible to rent an electric car. However, only travelers with the international driver’s permit are allowed to rent that vehicle. In order to rent an e-vehicle, you will also need a credit card with a certain deposit and an identity document.
4. Savvy travelers are recommended to explore the palace complex on weekdays when Versailles is free to enter. On weekends, the entrance is paid and costs approximately 15 euro.
6. FORFAIT LOISIRS pass is also very advantageous for travelers who plan to visit Versailles. This pass entitles its owner to free public transport access and is also a ticket to the palace and park.
7. The park is very clean and tidy. Visitors should not ruin that harmony, carefully observe numerous landmarks, and do not break any rules.
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9. Fans of nature will like their excursion to Versailles even more if they visit the palace complex in summer. This is the time when thousands of flowers bloom in beautiful flowerbeds. These giant fragrant flower compositions look nothing but impressive.
10. A grandiose fountain show takes place in Versailles Park in the evening. The tickets to this performance are purchased separately. The ticket costs nearly 17 euro. Travelers can purchase memorable souvenirs together with the ticket, such as CDs with traditional music of the Louis XIV period.