Le Parcours du Roi Opus
After daytime visitors disperse, guests embark on an evening theatrical tour through the gilded Grand Apartments of the Château de Versailles. The journey features performances by musicians, singers, baroque dancers, and fencers across historic rooms, alongside fireworks illuminating the Hall of Mirrors. The experience culminates in the Gallery of Great Battles with a festive meeting with a baroque Father Christmas.
What to Expect
Theatrical evening tour through Versailles ending with a baroque Father Christmas.
Event Details
Duration
1 hour 10 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Château de Versailles Spectacles
Food & Drink
Prestige tickets include a complimentary glass of champagne or a non-alcoholic drink; children aged 4–16 also receive chocolate.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of baroque performances
Vibe
Festive and theatrical
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: The page gives no ticket amounts. Simple ticket: entry to the Parcours du Roi and access to the Place d’Armes parking. Prestige ticket: one glass of champagne or a non-alcoholic drink offered; a chocolate offered to children ages 4–16 inclusive. Children ages 0–3 inclusive enter free, with no ticket to reserve; proof of identity may be requested. Specific tariffs are available for the listed eligible categories, and group tariff applies from 30 people. Subject to availability, tickets bought on site cost €2 more. – Get tickets
- Hours: Sessions: 18h, 18h25, 18h50, 19h15, 19h40 and 20h05.
- Parking: A Simple ticket includes access to the Place d’Armes parking; no parking cost is stated.
- Accessibility: Visitors with reduced mobility are advised to reserve tickets in advance by emailing billetterie@chateauversailles-spectacles.fr.
- Pets: Animals are not allowed inside the Château.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online ahead of time, because tickets bought on site cost more and depend on what is left that night.
- Bring ID for children aged 3 and under, who get in free without a ticket but may be asked for proof of age at the door.
- Pick the Prestige ticket if you want a glass of champagne or a soft drink, plus a chocolate for each child aged 4 to 16.
- Visitors with reduced mobility should email the ticket office at billetterie@chateauversailles-spectacles.fr to book, so staff can welcome them properly on the night.
- Expect to be filmed or photographed during the evening, because the organizers record the tour and may use the images to promote the Parcours du Roi.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opus 2026 is themed 'Marie-Antoinette, queen of fashion', with the baroque dance piece 'Les Menus plaisirs de Marie-Antoinette' in the Hall of Mirrors.
- Prestige ticket: a glass of champagne or a soft drink, plus a chocolate for children aged 4 to 16.
- Reduced rates for disability card holders plus one companion, French large-family card holders, students, and holders of Opéra Expérience, Amis de Versailles, 1-year Versailles or 2-day Passport cards.
- Group rate available for parties of 30 or more.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, the show is made for children and adults. Children up to age 3 get in free without a ticket, but ID may be requested on site.
What is this year's theme?
The 2026 edition, Opus 2026, honors Marie-Antoinette as a queen of fashion. It includes a baroque dance and music demonstration, 'Les Menus plaisirs de Marie-Antoinette', in the Hall of Mirrors.
Which rooms does the tour pass through?
The route runs from the Pavillon Gabriel through the Salon d'Hercule and the King's Grand Apartments. It continues to the Hall of Mirrors, the Queen's Grand Apartments, the Salle du Sacre and the Gallery of Great Battles.
How long does the visit take?
The tour lasts about 1 hour 10 minutes.
What's the difference between the Simple and Prestige tickets?
The Simple ticket covers entry and access to the Place d'Armes car park. The Prestige ticket adds a glass of champagne or a soft drink, plus a chocolate for children aged 4 to 16.
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