About this tour
Explore Versailles' 2,000 acres of landscaped gardens with a self-guided audio app featuring 27 historian-narrated recordings. Navigate via GPS to the palace's grandest fountains and lesser-known corners at your own pace, learning court secrets and oddities from Louis XIV's reign. The offline-ready app works on iOS and Android, giving you a year's access to the gardens' design, hydraulic engineering, and royal anecdotes without needing a guide or group.
Highlights
- 27 professional audio recordings covering fountains, gardens, royal history
- GPS-mapped route avoiding crowds and showing hidden garden pockets
- Learn why Louis XIV earned 'Sun King' status
- Offline functionality—no data plan needed once downloaded
- Pause, replay, or skip sections entirely on your terms
- Identify Europe's tallest fountain and oddities of court life
- One-year access across iOS and Android devices
What to expect
Download the app, activate your purchase, and follow the interactive GPS map around the gardens. You'll navigate independently between iconic fountains and secluded grottos while listening through headphones. The historian's commentary unpacks architectural choices, royal gossip, and practical details—like why wigs became fashionable or what Louis XV's chocolate recipe was. Pause whenever you like to sit, photograph, or linger. The route is designed for all fitness levels and you're free to skip sections or revisit recordings.
Good to know
Bring your own smartphone and headphones. Garden entry tickets must be purchased separately in advance—this app is not the official museum guide and doesn't cover indoor exhibitions. Public transport links nearby. The app works offline after downloading, so download before entering the gardens to avoid WiFi hunting.
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