Klondike Solitaire
About Klondike Solitaire
Klondike Solitaire is the classic card game played with a single deck, where you sort cards into seven tableau columns and try to build up four foundation piles from Ace to King. It is the version most people picture when they hear the word solitaire. You play alone, moving cards step by step until the board is cleared or no moves remain.
How to play Klondike Solitaire
Deal seven columns of cards, with only the top card of each face up. Move cards between columns by placing them in descending order and alternating colors. Uncover hidden cards by clearing the ones on top of them. When an Ace appears, send it to a foundation pile, then build that pile upward in order by suit. Draw from the remaining deck when you need new cards to play.
Tips for playing Klondike Solitaire
- Uncover face-down cards early, since hidden cards often block your best moves.
- Move cards to foundations only when you are sure you won't need them in the tableau.
- Try to keep at least one column open for moving a King into, since Kings can only start a new column.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you win Klondike Solitaire?
You win by moving every card from the tableau and deck onto the four foundation piles, sorted by suit from Ace to King.
Can I play Klondike Solitaire for free in the browser?
Yes, Klondike Solitaire runs directly in your browser with no download required, on both phone and computer.
What is the difference between the tableau and the foundations in Klondike Solitaire?
The tableau is the seven columns where you arrange cards in descending, alternating colors, while the foundations are the four piles where you build each suit upward from Ace to King to win.
