Renee Kemps Alain Ducasse's restaurant--officially, Ducasse at Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle--is another big draw. Meals, especially at dinner, are 18th-century-like performances.

The right literature, sure, and, of course, the Château de ... Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes—the nighttime fountain show and fireworks—which is a breathtaking way to see Versailles after dark.

Is there a palace anywhere in the world as famous as the Château de Versailles? Dripping with gilt and marble, the colossal palace was the singular vision of Louis XIV, aka the almighty Sun King ...

Few palaces rival France’s Château de Versailles for sheer opulence. Located on the outskirts of Paris, this former home of French kings offers visitors a chance to walk in the footsteps of ...