Landmarks

Château de Maisons Tickets

Name: Château de Maisons Tickets
Start: 2024-10-23T14:00:00
End: 2024-10-23T17:00:00
Location: Château de Maisons

View of the gardens of Château de Maisons

Cabinet of Mirrors inside Château de Maisons

The apartment of the Count of Artois at the Château de Maisons

Explore the timeless architecture and charm of Château de Maisons with an entry ticket and uncover the secrets of the 17th-century castle.

Highlights

Step into Château de Maisons, a 17th-century architectural marvel perched between the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and the Seine.
Ascend the stairway to the King's apartments, where light streams through the windows, and discover the oval cabinet adorned with over 160 mirrors.
Enter the luxurious dining room of the Count of Artois, which boasts a nine-panel ceiling adorned with floral motifs, legendary animals, and the sun.
Keep an eye out for the adorable male figurines representing Cupid and Renaissance art featuring the contrasting nature of war and intellect.
Fun fact: King Louis XIV, a regular at the mansion, loved playing billiards. You might even catch a glimpse of the room where he enjoyed a game or two.

Inclusions

Entry to Château de Maisons

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 10 Jul, 2027.

Ticket validity

These tickets are valid until 10 Jul, 2027.

Your experience

A peek into French architecture

Situated between the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and the Seine, Château de Maisons stands a testament to all it has withstood, including the French Revolution.

Make your way into the mansion’s grand vestibule, whose cool stone walls whisper stories of centuries past while a sculpted ceiling draws your gaze upwards. Notice the subtle gradations in the mansion’s roofline, a signature of François Mansart, the famed architect who designed this masterpiece. Glide through the stairway, which forms the central part of the mansion and includes four flights of stairs skilfully engulfed by a triple dome. Keep an eye out for the putti figurines of Cupid and those that are a nod to Renaissance art and war.

A touch of royalty

The King's Apartment shimmers with sunlight streaming through tall windows, illuminating the furniture and paintings it houses. In a small oval cabinet, countless mirrors reflect your image in a kaleidoscope of light, adding a touch of French aristocracy. Move on to Count Artois' dining room, which is truly fit for a royal feast with its motif-decorated ceiling and intricately carved furniture. Don't miss the captivating medallion above the entrance, depicting two women garlanding the Greek god Priapus.

Know before you go

What’s not allowed

Keep in mind large bags and suitcases are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.