Your Arrival Checklist

10 Minutes Before: - [ ] Ticket ready (printed/phone) - [ ] Comfortable shoes on - [ ] Water bottle filled - [ ] Phone charged - [ ] Excitement building!

At Security: - [ ] Bags ready for inspection - [ ] Metal items removed - [ ] Ticket accessible - [ ] Follow staff directions - [ ] Stay with group/family

After Entry: - [ ] Collect audioguide - [ ] Get map - [ ] Use restroom - [ ] Check meeting times - [ ] Begin adventure!

Remember: Thousands of people successfully navigate to Versailles every day. The journey is part of the experience, offering glimpses of Parisian suburbs and building anticipation for the grandeur ahead. Take your time, ask for help when needed, and prepare to be amazed by what awaits you beyond those golden gates.# Chapter 4: The Main Palace

The palace of Versailles contains over 2,300 rooms, though visitors typically see about 20-25 of the most spectacular. This chapter guides you through the must-see spaces while revealing hidden gems and providing context that brings these opulent rooms to life. Remember, these rooms weren't just beautiful spaces—they were theaters of power where every detail served a purpose.