Palace of Versailles, former French royal residence and centre of government, now a national landmark. It is located in the city of Versailles, Yvelines département, Île-de-France région, northern France, 10 miles (16 km) west-southwest of Paris. As the centre of the French court, Versailles was one of the grandest theatres of European absolutism.
The original residence was primarily a hunting lodge and private retreat for Louis XIII (reigned 1610–43) and his family. In 1624 the king entrusted Jacques Lemercier with the construction of a château on the site. Its walls are preserved today as the exterior facade overlooking the Marble Court.After visiting the amazing palace of Versailles we will drop you off at Boat Cruise pier where you will enjoy a 1.5 hour Lunch River Cruise with recorded commentary onboard of BATEAUX PARISIENS boat.Out of 10 hours trip 2 hours will be spent in private transportation - to pick you up from hotel and to drop you at Versailles. Then pick you up at Versailles after the visit and drop you at Seine River Cruise boat pier at " port de la Bourdonnais" opposite Eiffel Tower which is the starting and ending point of the CruiseSaint-Germain-des-Prés, the 6th Arrondissement of Paris, is known for the literary and artistic celebrities who lived and worked here in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was the meeting point for existentialists, painters, and writers. ,well-known for its many fine restaurants, food stores and cafés. Guests at our apartments love that they can experience daily life as the Parisians do by shopping at the same local bakeries and patisseries, fruit and vegetable shops, butchers, cheese shops, and small supermarkets.Galeries Lafayette is a grand department store in Paris that is known for its upscale fashion, gourmet food, beautiful Art Nouveau architecture, and in-store activities. It has long been a popular tourist attraction in Paris, welcoming thousands of Parisians and visitors each day.
