View of the palace and gardens of Versailles, seen from the avenue de Paris (1668) by Pierre PatelPalace of Versailles
Originally a modest hunting lodge, the Palace of Versailles was transformed under the vision of the Sun King, Louis XIV. Architects such as Le Vau and Mansart expanded it into a monumental palace, a symbol of royal power.
The Hall of Mirrors by © Château de Versailles/ Thomas GarnierPalace of Versailles
The iconic Hall of Mirrors and vast gardens were added to showcase the opulence of the Sun King's court. While successive monarchs made changes, the core of the palace remained a testament to 17th-century French architecture and a reflection of the grandeur of the era.
The Orangery, Estate of Versailles by Jules Hardoin-MansardPalace of Versailles
Today, the palace contains 2,300 rooms spread over 63,154 m2. For the uninitiated, it can be difficult to visualize the layout and articulation of the rooms when looking at the Palace from the entrance or the gardens.
Now it's possible to literally look through the walls in augmented reality on Street View!
How to start the experience
Type “Palace of Versailles” or “Hall of Mirrors” on the Google Maps app on your mobile phone and click on the card with the mention "AR experience" to view the 3D model geolocalized.
Click on the info card to learn more about each room and how it was used by the court.
King's Bedchamber (detail) by Thomas GarnierPalace of Versailles
For an even deeper insight into the life of the Court, visit Versailles, the Palace is Yours.
