The Hercules Room at the Versailles Castle
4 avenue de Paris - 78000 Versailles
Capacity 360 seats
Hercules Room Concert Series in Versailles
Location
Duration
Between 1 h 10 min and 1 h 50 min
With intermission
Details
Concert
For all audiences
No dialogue
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The Hercules Room at the Versailles Castle
4 avenue de Paris - 78000 Versailles
History and Fun Facts about the Hercules Room
At the Château de Versailles, anything is possible, even listening to a beautiful concert in one of the most beautiful rooms in the palace: Le Salon d'Hercule (The Hercules Room). The Hercules Room is a salon giving access to the Grand Appartements of the King in the Château de Versailles.
A passageway from the north wing to the central body, this salon is not strictly speaking part of the Grand Apartments, although it is often associated with them. The largest salon in the Versailles Castle, it faces East and West and is located close to the Salon de l'Abondance. What really sets it apart is its decoration.
Begun in 1712 under the direction of Robert de Cotte, the work was interrupted by the death of Louis XIV in 1715, then resumed in 1729, and finally completed in 1736. The exceptional quality of the marble and the splendour of the bronzes on the mantelpiece contribute to making this one of the most beautiful rooms in the Castle. The paintings that adorn the salon also attract attention, including Feast at the House of Simon by Veronese and the ceiling, one of the largest in the world, depicting The Apotheosis of Hercules, one of Francois Lemoyne's great masterpieces. The Hercules Room was inaugurated on 26 January 1739 with a ball to celebrate the marriage of Louis XV's eldest daughter to the Spanish Infante.
Today, you can enjoy concerts given by renowned musicians. Surround yourself by some of France’s most beautiful paintings, venues, and musicians… An unforgettable memory.
Fast facts
Capacity: 360
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes
Coat Check: Yes (free service)
FAQ
How do I get to the Hercules Room?
The Hercules Room is accessible by:
RER: Line C (station Versailles Château Rive Gauche), from this station, the castle is a 10-minute walk.
Transilien: Line N (station Versailles Chantiers), line U (station Versailles Chantiers), line L (station Versailles Rive Droite), from this station, the castle is a 25-minute walk.
Address: Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles
The Hercules Room is located within the Château de Versailles. To get there, follow the signs for Entrance B at the top right of the Cour d'Honneur. The Château de Versailles’ English-specaling staff will guide you to this famous room.
You can find a map to guide you to the ticket office in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.
What do I do when I get to the Hercules Room?
We invite you to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the Hercules Room Concert Series in Versailles, and present your ticket at the front desk. The Hercules Room’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.
In the event of a delay, spectators will be allowed entrance to the theatre but seating in the purchased category is not guaranteed.
How long do the concerts at the Hercules Room in Versailles last?
Hercules Room Concert Series in Versailles lasts between 1 h 20 min and 1 h 50 min, with or without intermission.
Is the Hercules Room Concert Series in Versailles for an international audience or French speakers?
The concerts performed in the Hercules Room will be performed in their original version. As lyric masterpieces are cherished and timeless, anyone interested in discovering the classical arts will enjoy a luxurious and intimate evening in this hall.
Can I choose my seat when booking?
When purchasing tickets, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.
Is there a dress code at the Hercules Room?
There is no specific dress code at the Hercules Room, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.
I bought tickets for the Hercules Room Concert Series and I haven’t received them yet. Is this normal?
Yes, it’s completely normal! Your order will first be created as a pre-booking so that the Royal Opera of Versailles can assign your seat. You may see a pre-payment on your card, but rest assured that we will not charge your card until your reservation has been validated by the Royal Opera of Versailles. Once the reservation is confirmed, you will receive your ticket by email.
Due to the large number of requests that the Royal Opera of Versailles has to manage, this process usually takes two business days, but can take up to six days maximum. After six days if your order has not been validated, it will be cancelled, the pre-charge will disappear, and you will not be charged.