Why play Solitaire here?

Classic Deck Games keeps Solitaire focused on the table: no sign-up wall, no app install, and no casino-style distractions. The game supports Turn 1 and Turn 3, Undo, local statistics, and clear hints that name the exact card and destination.

• Play instantly in your browser on phone, tablet, or desktop.
• Choose Turn 1 for a calmer deal or Turn 3 for the classic challenge.
• Use Undo and readable hints while you learn the board.
• Move cards by tapping or dragging, with illegal moves blocked.

Quick start in 30 seconds

1. Move Aces to the foundations when they appear.
2. Build tableau columns downward by rank and alternating color.
3. Focus on moves that reveal face-down tableau cards.
4. Use the stock pile when the tableau has no useful move.
5. Save empty tableau columns for Kings or stacks that start with a King.

How to play

Klondike Solitaire starts with seven tableau columns. Only the top card of each column is face up. Build columns downward by rank while alternating red and black suits. Move Aces to the four foundations, then build each suit upward to King.

• Deal seven tableau columns with only the top card face up.
• Build tableau stacks downward by rank, alternating red and black suits.
• Move Aces to the foundations, then build each suit up to King.
• Use the stock and waste pile in Turn 1 or Turn 3 mode.
• Empty tableau spaces may only be filled with a King or a stack starting with a King.
• Win by moving all 52 cards to the four foundations.

Turn 1, Turn 3, undo, and hints

Use Turn 1 for a calmer game or Turn 3 for the classic harder draw style. Tap cards to select and move them, use Undo when a move was not what you wanted, and press Hint for the next simple legal move. When every tableau card is visible and the win is clear, the table can auto-complete the remaining foundations.

Need the full rule guide? Read the Solitaire rules.

Beginner Solitaire strategy

• Reveal hidden cards first. A move that flips a face-down card usually gives you more options than a move that only tidies the tableau.
• Move Aces and 2s to the foundations early. They rarely help build tableau stacks.
• Be careful with middle cards. A 5 or 6 may still be useful in the tableau, so do not rush every card to the foundation just because it can move.
• Choose Kings with a plan. Empty columns are powerful, but a King that does not help reveal cards can block the board.
• Use Undo to compare branches. If two moves look close, try one path, then undo and test the other.

For a fuller guide, read Solitaire strategy for beginners.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Filling an empty column before a useful King is ready.
• Moving cards to foundations too quickly when they are still needed in the tableau.
• Drawing through the stock without checking for tableau moves first.
• Moving a stack sideways without revealing a hidden card or creating a useful empty column.
• Ignoring Turn 3 stock order, where buried cards may need another cycle to become playable.

Solitaire FAQ

Can I play Solitaire online for free?

Yes. Classic Deck Games lets you play Solitaire online for free in your browser with no account, payment, or download.

Is this Klondike Solitaire?

Yes. This is classic Klondike Solitaire: build tableau columns downward in alternating colors and move each suit to the foundations from Ace to King.

Can I choose Turn 1 or Turn 3?

Yes. Use the Turn 1 / Turn 3 toggle above the table to start a new deal with your preferred draw style.

Does Solitaire work on mobile?

Yes. The table is designed for phones first, with tap targets for drawing, selecting cards, moving to foundations, undo, hints, and new deals.

Can I use hints and undo while I play?

Yes. Hint suggests a clear legal move and Undo lets you step back through earlier moves, which makes the game easier to learn without restarting the deal.

Do I need to install an app to play?

No. Solitaire runs in your web browser on desktop, tablet, and mobile. Open the page and start a new deal instantly.

More classic card games

Solitaire is the solo classic. If you want a card table with opponents, try Spades, Hearts, or Crazy Eights.