Standard
Points are awarded for moving cards to foundations, revealing face-down cards and moving cards from the stock to the waste.
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Use the stock pile to draw cards. Select a face-up card and then a target pile to move it. In the tableau, cards build down in alternating colors. Foundations build up from Ace to King. Keyboard shortcuts: U undo, H hint, N new game, R restart.
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Klondike is where most players start, but the Solitaire family runs deeper. Pick a variant below, or scroll down for rules, strategy, scoring and answers to common questions.
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How to Play Solitaire
Klondike Solitaire is played with a standard 52-card deck. The goal is simple: move all 52 cards into the four foundation piles at the top right of the board, building each suit from Ace to King.
- Deal: Seven tableau columns are dealt, with one card in the first column, two in the second, and so on up to seven. Only the top card of each column is face-up.
- Build the tableau: Move cards between columns in descending order and alternating colors — red on black, black on red.
- Reveal face-down cards: When the last face-down card in a column is uncovered, flip it over. Empty columns can only be filled with a King.
- Move to foundations: Send Aces to the foundations first, then build each suit upward from Ace to King.
- Win: The game is won when all four suits are complete on the foundations.
Draw 1 vs. Draw 3: In Draw 1, you turn over one card from the stock at
a time, making the game easier to solve. Draw 3 turns three cards at once and increases
the challenge.
Read the full Solitaire rules guide for a step-by-step walkthrough, or jump back up to the game.
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Solitaire Strategy and Tips
Solitaire looks like a game of luck, but careful choices make a real difference. A few habits separate a casual game from a winning one.
1. Always move an Ace to the foundation
Aces are the only cards that can start a foundation pile. Moving them up early gives you a place to send more cards later. Leaving an Ace in the tableau only delays the rest of the game.
2. Reveal face-down cards as soon as possible
Every card you flip over adds options to your game. When two moves both seem reasonable, prioritize the one that uncovers a new card.
3. Empty columns are valuable
An empty tableau column can only be filled with a King, which makes it a powerful workspace. Try to clear a column early and use it to reorganize long sequences.
Beginner tip: If you lose a game, use Undo and try a different move. The
same deal can often be won through more than one path.
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Solitaire Scoring
Different Solitaire variants use different scoring systems. The three most common are Standard, Vegas and Relaxed:
Vegas
You start with a negative score and earn it back by moving cards to the foundations. More pressure, less exploration.
Relaxed
No points are tracked. The goal is simply to finish the game, which keeps the focus on play.
See the full Solitaire scoring guide for point values, bonuses and rule variations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solitaire free to play?
Yes. Every game on HiSolitaire is free to play, with no download, no sign-up and no in-game purchases required.
What is the difference between Draw 1 and Draw 3?
Draw 1 reveals one card from the stock at a time, which makes the game easier. Draw 3 reveals three cards at once and is more challenging.
Can I undo a move?
Yes. Use Undo to step back through your moves. The game keeps a long history so you can test a line and return to the position you prefer.
Does Solitaire require a download?
No. The game runs in your browser and works on desktop, tablet and mobile. No installation or app store is needed.
What is the difference between Klondike and other Solitaire games?
Klondike is the version most people mean when they say “Solitaire.” Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, Golf and other variants change the layout, the number of decks and the rules.
Can I play on my phone?
Yes. The board resizes for mobile screens, and the controls support touch and keyboard input.
More Solitaire Games
Looking for a different challenge? Try one of our other card games:
Spider Solitaire · FreeCell · Solitaire Turn 3 · Solitaire Turn 1 · Pyramid Solitaire · Golf Solitaire · TriPeaks Solitaire
Each game page will include the full playable game, rules, tips and related games, so you can learn a new variant without leaving the site.