How Klondike works
Klondike starts with seven tableau columns, a stock pile, a waste pile, and four foundations. Your goal is to move all 52 cards to the foundations in suit order from Ace through King.
Playable board foundation
Klondike Solitaire
Play the classic solitaire layout in the browser with clear controls, undo, move tracking, timer support, and a focused table built around the shared game engine.
Moves: 0Timer: 00:00Status: in progress
Ready. Click the stock to draw, or select a card to move it.
Stock
Waste
Waste empty
C
D
H
S
Column 1
Column 2
Column 3
Column 4
Column 5
Column 6
Column 7
Quick rules
- Build tableau columns downward in alternating colours.
- Only a King can move into an empty tableau column.
- Move cards to the foundations from Ace up to King by suit.
- Draw from the stock when no stronger tableau move is available.
Beginner strategy tips
- Prioritise moves that reveal face-down tableau cards early.
- Use empty columns carefully because they create room for long King-led sequences.
- Do not auto-rush every card to foundation if it still helps tableau movement.
- Compare multiple moves before drawing from the stock to avoid blocking future plays.
Learn the rules in more detail
If you want a clearer walkthrough of setup, legal moves, and foundations, use the dedicated Klondike rules page before starting a new deal.
Related solitaire variants
- FreeCell Solitaire for a more skill-forward game where every card is visible.
- Spider Solitaire for a longer tableau challenge built around same-suit runs.
- Yukon Solitaire if you like Klondike-style movement with fewer stock interruptions.
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