The Château de Rambouillet
Located in the heart of the Yvelines department, the Château de Rambouillet is one of the finest historic residences in the Île-de-France region.
Built between 1374 and 1474, it has hosted numerous princes, kings, emperors, and Presidents of the Republic.
Today, this iconic monument invites you to explore over six centuries of history within an exceptional setting.
Among the château's most iconic rooms, don't miss the presidential dining room, which transports you back to a pivotal moment in French diplomatic history.
It was here that the first G6 summit took place in 1975.
The table has been recreated exactly as it was!
The estate is also renowned for its magnificent English-style garden designed in the late 18th century featuring streams, small bridges, and romantic landscapes.
Be sure to visit the famous Shell Cottage (Chaumière aux Coquillages); its interior, entirely adorned with seashells, is a true curiosity.
Continue your tour at the Queen's Dairy (Laiterie de la Reine), a building gifted to Marie-Antoinette by Louis XVI.
Inspired by ancient temples, it houses a spectacular grotto!
The year 2026 marks a new chapter in the château's visitor experience.
Since July 1, 2026, visitors have been able to access for the first time the President of the Republic's apartment, fully restored to its 1970s décor.
Previously kept private, this space is now open to the public.
An opportunity to step into the daily life of Valéry Giscard d'Estaing.
This new space features a unique exhibition dedicated to a century of diplomacy at Rambouillet, ranging from presidential hunts to meetings between heads of state.
During the summer, the estate also offers a wide range of activities, guided tours, and themed walks for the whole family.
📍 Address: Château de Rambouillet, 78120 Rambouillet
⏰ Opening hours: Open daily (except Tuesdays) from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. From October 1 to March 31: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
💶 Price: €11. Free for under-18s. Access to the park is free of charge.
The Best Western Amarys hotel is ideally located between Versailles and Chartres, just five minutes from Rambouillet town center.
Discover our 55 well-appointed rooms, featuring iPod docking stations and Nespresso machines.
The hotel also boasts a restaurant, La Table de Baptiste where you can enjoy seasonal cuisine made with local ingredients and a spa.
Don't wait any longer book your hotel in the Yvelines directly with us!
Built between 1374 and 1474, it has hosted numerous princes, kings, emperors, and Presidents of the Republic.
Today, this iconic monument invites you to explore over six centuries of history within an exceptional setting.
Highlights of the Château de Rambouillet
Step into the Presidential reception rooms
Among the château's most iconic rooms, don't miss the presidential dining room, which transports you back to a pivotal moment in French diplomatic history.
It was here that the first G6 summit took place in 1975.
The table has been recreated exactly as it was!
Stroll through the English garden and visit the Shell Cottage
The estate is also renowned for its magnificent English-style garden designed in the late 18th century featuring streams, small bridges, and romantic landscapes.
Be sure to visit the famous Shell Cottage (Chaumière aux Coquillages); its interior, entirely adorned with seashells, is a true curiosity.
Continue your tour at the Queen's Dairy (Laiterie de la Reine), a building gifted to Marie-Antoinette by Louis XVI.
Inspired by ancient temples, it houses a spectacular grotto!
Discover what's new for Summer 2026
The year 2026 marks a new chapter in the château's visitor experience.
Since July 1, 2026, visitors have been able to access for the first time the President of the Republic's apartment, fully restored to its 1970s décor.
Previously kept private, this space is now open to the public.
An opportunity to step into the daily life of Valéry Giscard d'Estaing.
This new space features a unique exhibition dedicated to a century of diplomacy at Rambouillet, ranging from presidential hunts to meetings between heads of state.
During the summer, the estate also offers a wide range of activities, guided tours, and themed walks for the whole family.
Practical information
📍 Address: Château de Rambouillet, 78120 Rambouillet
⏰ Opening hours: Open daily (except Tuesdays) from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. From October 1 to March 31: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
💶 Price: €11. Free for under-18s. Access to the park is free of charge.
Your spa hotel in the Yvelines
The Best Western Amarys hotel is ideally located between Versailles and Chartres, just five minutes from Rambouillet town center.
Discover our 55 well-appointed rooms, featuring iPod docking stations and Nespresso machines.
The hotel also boasts a restaurant, La Table de Baptiste where you can enjoy seasonal cuisine made with local ingredients and a spa.
Don't wait any longer book your hotel in the Yvelines directly with us!
