The majestic Place d'Armes of Versailles unfolds in front of the imposing Palace, serving as its entrance and preceding it with grandeur.

This vast esplanade adopts a fan shape, stretching approximately 300 meters long and a generous 150 meters wide, providing an impressive welcome to visitors approaching the palace.

On its west side, the closest to the palace, it is delimited by the imposing Verja de Honor, which marks the access to the courtyard of Honor, the first of the courtyards leading to the interior of the palace.

On the opposite side, three roads extend radially to the east:

to the north, the majestic avenue Saint-Cloud;

in the center, the prominent Avenue de Paris, aligned with the axis of the palace;

and to the south, the charming Avenue de Sceaux.

The limits of the square are marked by significant buildings:

To the west, stands the Palace of Versailles itself, where the Verge of Honor separates the square from the majestic Courtyard of Honor.

To the northeast is the impressive Grand Stables.

And to the southeast, the charming Petite Equestrie can be distinguished.

Since 2009, the square has also been enriched by the presence of the equestrian statue of Louis XIV, formerly located in the courtyard of Honor, which now stands on the axis of the Avenue de Paris, adding a touch of history and majesty to the environment.

The Place d'Armes has a rich history, marked by significant events, such as the impressive fireworks that King Louis XV started on August 23, 1754 from his balcony, to celebrate the birth of the Duke of Berry, who would later become Louis XVI.

Today, the Versailles City Hall manages the Place d'Armes as a convenient parking lot, offering space for vehicles (530 spaces) and coaches (170 spaces), maintaining its importance as an entry point and meeting place in this historic city.