Exclusive tours and workshops for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Marly Royal Domain Museum (Yvelines, 78)

A delightful programme awaits you for the 2026 Museum Night at the Royal Domain Museum of Marly this Saturday, May 23, 2026. How about diving into the intimate world of Louis XIV and his little-known estate in the Yvelines? There’s no way we’ll miss this free and historic after-hours event!

During the Nuit des Musées 2026, the Musée du Domaine Royal de Marly invites you to uncover the secrets of Louis XIV's private residence. Built in 1679, the Marly Palace offers a distinctive experience, away from the bustle of the Versailles court. The palace’s sprawling layout and the remarkable Marly machine, which powers the water features of the gardens, captivate visitors across Europe.

The museum takes visitors on a journey back in time, revealing the surprising history of the Château de Marly. Unlike the official life at Versailles, Marly is a place apart, where Louis XIV expresses his personal tastes. During the famous "Marlys", the sovereign surrounds himself with distinguished guests and offers them a variety of entertainments, including hunting, concerts, games, balls and walks. Like one of the king's guests, you can immerse yourself in the hushed atmosphere of this unique residence.

The Night of Museums 2026 at the Museum of the Royal Domain of Marly is the perfect opportunity to step into the private world of the Sun King and uncover the secrets of his leisure residence. Curious to see the program for this must-attend evening scheduled on Saturday, May 23? We’re unveiling the lineup below!

What’s on for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Domaine de Marly-le-Roi Museum in Yvelines (78)

Introductory workshop on gilding restoration
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — 6:30 PM ⤏ 9:30 PM
On Museum Night, the staff invite you to step through doors that are usually closed and to go behind the scenes of the museum, with an introductory workshop on gilding restoration.
A workshop on writing photo captions
Saturday, May 23, 2026 - 6:30 PM ⤏ 9:30 PM
For Museum Night, the team invites you to step through the doors that are normally closed and to dive behind the scenes of the museum.

An workshop on writing wall captions is offered: your texts will then be exhibited in the gallery.
Unprecedented release of reserves
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — 6:30 PM ⤏ 9:30 PM
On the occasion of Museums Night, the staff invite you to step through doors that are normally shut and to go behind the scenes of the museum.

An exceptional opening of the storerooms is planned, accompanied by a display of works not on view in the galleries and intimate exchanges with the professionals who keep the collections alive.