Château de Chenonceau Tickets
Explore the beauty of Château de Chenonceau, a charming village situated on the banks of the River Cher. Admire the Renaissance architecture and royal apartments, and take a stroll through the immaculate gardens. Book Château de Chenonceau tickets to enjoy direct entry and get combo experiences with other famous castles in the Loire Valley.
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- Step into the Ladies’ Castle of the Loire Valley—a legacy shaped by powerful women like Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers.
- Use the free multilingual brochure as your guide through opulent rooms, from royal chambers and a private chapel to a state-of-the-art kitchen complex.
- Wander the formal gardens with tree-lined paths, vibrant flower beds, and an Italian maze planted with 2,000 yew trees.
- Don’t miss the Domes and Carriage Galleries—featuring a 16th-century vaulted wine cellar and a striking display of historical coaches.
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- Step into the Ladies’ Castle of the Loire Valley—a legacy shaped by powerful women like Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers.
- Use the free multilingual brochure as your guide through opulent rooms, from royal chambers and a private chapel to a state-of-the-art kitchen complex.
- Wander the formal gardens with tree-lined paths, vibrant flower beds, and an Italian maze planted with 2,000 yew trees.
- Don’t miss the Domes and Carriage Galleries—featuring a 16th-century vaulted wine cellar and a striking display of historical coaches.
- Unlock the wonders of this combo ticket—explore Chenonceau Castle and one other castle of your choice. A ticket that is flexible and time-saving.
- At Chenonceau, walk through the halls once graced by the powerful women of French history—Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers.
- Step into the valley's biggest castle—Chambord to explore over 60 rooms and climb the da Vinci-inspired double helix staircase which allows two visitors to ascend and descend simulataneously, without crossing paths.
- Visit da Vinci's final residence (1516-1519) at Clos Luce, which is now restored and converted into a museum dedicated to his life, art, and inventions.
- Pay homage to da Vinci's tomb at the Chapel of Saint-Hubert located within the Amboise castle. This castle was particularly favored by the French kings as a royal residence.
- If you're visiting between April and November, attend the International Garden Festival at Chaumont, where global landscape designers come together to create 30 theme-based gardens.
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- Unlock the wonders of this combo ticket—explore Chenonceau Castle and one other castle of your choice. A ticket that is flexible and time-saving.
- At Chenonceau, walk through the halls once graced by the powerful women of French history—Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers.
- Step into the valley's biggest castle—Chambord to explore over 60 rooms and climb the da Vinci-inspired double helix staircase which allows two visitors to ascend and descend simulataneously, without crossing paths.
- Visit da Vinci's final residence (1516-1519) at Clos Luce, which is now restored and converted into a museum dedicated to his life, art, and inventions.
- Pay homage to da Vinci's tomb at the Chapel of Saint-Hubert located within the Amboise castle. This castle was particularly favored by the French kings as a royal residence.
- If you're visiting between April and November, attend the International Garden Festival at Chaumont, where global landscape designers come together to create 30 theme-based gardens.
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Admire masterpieces by Rubens, Van Loo, and Murillo at Chenonceau Castle and gain entry to 2 more castles in the Loire Valley.
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Marvel at the double-helix staircase, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, at Chambord Castle.
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Effortlessly explore 800 years of Amboise's history with skip-the-line access, then delve into Da Vinci's remarkable inventions at Clos Lucé Castle.
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Discover a castle of awe-inspiring beauty dating back to the 10th century, the Chaumont sur-Loire, and admire the contemporary art installations inside and outside the castle.
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Fun fact: The maze-like garden of the Chenonceau Castle was designed by Catherine de Medici, the queen of France, as a symbol of her power.
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Admire masterpieces by Rubens, Van Loo, and Murillo at Chenonceau Castle and gain entry to 2 more castles in the Loire Valley.
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Marvel at the double-helix staircase, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, at Chambord Castle.
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Effortlessly explore 800 years of Amboise's history with skip-the-line access, then delve into Da Vinci's remarkable inventions at Clos Lucé Castle.
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Discover a castle of awe-inspiring beauty dating back to the 10th century, the Chaumont sur-Loire, and admire the contemporary art installations inside and outside the castle.
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Fun fact: The maze-like garden of the Chenonceau Castle was designed by Catherine de Medici, the queen of France, as a symbol of her power.
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- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan from Tours or Amboise, with an English-speaking guide sharing expert insights along the way.
- Step inside Chambord Castle—the largest in the Loire Valley—and climb its iconic double-helix staircase, where two people can ascend or descend without ever crossing paths.
- Explore Chenonceau Castle, renowned for its elegant gallery over the Cher River and deep ties to powerful women like Catherine de’ Medici.
- Enjoy a small-group experience, limited to 8 guests or fewer, with plenty of time to admire each castle and its scenic surroundings.
- To dive into the region’s food culture, upgrade to a traditional lunch at the privately owned Chateau de Villesavin.
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- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan from Tours or Amboise, with an English-speaking guide sharing expert insights along the way.
- Step inside Chambord Castle—the largest in the Loire Valley—and climb its iconic double-helix staircase, where two people can ascend or descend without ever crossing paths.
- Explore Chenonceau Castle, renowned for its elegant gallery over the Cher River and deep ties to powerful women like Catherine de’ Medici.
- Enjoy a small-group experience, limited to 8 guests or fewer, with plenty of time to admire each castle and its scenic surroundings.
- To dive into the region’s food culture, upgrade to a traditional lunch at the privately owned Chateau de Villesavin.
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Start your journey with a comfortable AC minivan pickup from either Amboise or Tours, then explore Chambord and Chenonceau Castles with an English-speaking guide.
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At Chambord Castle, the inspiration behind the tale of "Beauty and the Beast," delve into over 60 rooms, 80 staircases, and 365 fireplaces.
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Witness incredible art and furniture by renowned artists such as Rubens, Primaticcio, Tintoretto, Correggio, Van Loo, Murillo, and Clouet at Chenonceau Castle.
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Ascend the double-helix staircase at Chambord Castle, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, which allows two people to ascend or descend without crossing paths.
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Fun fact: During World War II, Chenonceau Castle served as an escape route between Nazi-occupied and free zones, showcasing its historical importance.
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Start your journey with a comfortable AC minivan pickup from either Amboise or Tours, then explore Chambord and Chenonceau Castles with an English-speaking guide.
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At Chambord Castle, the inspiration behind the tale of "Beauty and the Beast," delve into over 60 rooms, 80 staircases, and 365 fireplaces.
-
Witness incredible art and furniture by renowned artists such as Rubens, Primaticcio, Tintoretto, Correggio, Van Loo, Murillo, and Clouet at Chenonceau Castle.
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Ascend the double-helix staircase at Chambord Castle, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, which allows two people to ascend or descend without crossing paths.
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Fun fact: During World War II, Chenonceau Castle served as an escape route between Nazi-occupied and free zones, showcasing its historical importance.
- Travel from Paris to the Loire Valley in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and explore two of its most stunning castles—Chambord and Chenonceau.
- Start with a visit to Chambord Castle, a Renaissance masterpiece famed for its grand architecture and the da Vinci-inspired double-helix staircase.
- Next, enjoy free time in the charming town of Blois to explore at your own pace or enjoy a meal at a local bistro.
- Continue to Chenonceau Castle, the iconic Ladies’ Chateau, known for its graceful arches spanning the Cher River.
- End your day with a wine tasting at Chenonceau, sampling local wines in a beautiful chateau setting.
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- Travel from Paris to the Loire Valley in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and explore two of its most stunning castles—Chambord and Chenonceau.
- Start with a visit to Chambord Castle, a Renaissance masterpiece famed for its grand architecture and the da Vinci-inspired double-helix staircase.
- Next, enjoy free time in the charming town of Blois to explore at your own pace or enjoy a meal at a local bistro.
- Continue to Chenonceau Castle, the iconic Ladies’ Chateau, known for its graceful arches spanning the Cher River.
- End your day with a wine tasting at Chenonceau, sampling local wines in a beautiful chateau setting.
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Grab this with this wallet-friendly combo ticket and get access to up to 7 French royal castles in the Loire Valley.
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Capture the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of Royal Castle of Amboise and Chenonceau Castle.
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Get access to the French gardens at Château of Azay-le-Rideau and Château of Chambord.
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Admire artworks by Old Masters in the Fine Arts Museum at Blois Castle.
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Visit the famed last home of Leonardo da Vinci - Château du Clos Lucé.
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Choose whether you want to visit 2, 3, 4, or 7 of these regal French castles.
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Grab this with this wallet-friendly combo ticket and get access to up to 7 French royal castles in the Loire Valley.
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Capture the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of Royal Castle of Amboise and Chenonceau Castle.
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Get access to the French gardens at Château of Azay-le-Rideau and Château of Chambord.
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Admire artworks by Old Masters in the Fine Arts Museum at Blois Castle.
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Visit the famed last home of Leonardo da Vinci - Château du Clos Lucé.
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Choose whether you want to visit 2, 3, 4, or 7 of these regal French castles.
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- Dive into the grandeur of the French Renaissance with this day tour from Paris, exploring the exquisite Loire Valley's castles – a blend of opulent history and natural beauty!
- Explore the colossal Chambord castle at your own pace and climb up da Vinci’s staircase to the castle's terrace to get stunning views.
- Indulge in a wine-tasting session in Chenonceau's historical cellars, sampling renowned regional wines, adding a touch of elegance to the journey (Available from April to October).
- Marvel at Chenonceau's intricate architecture straddling the Cher River, Chambord's grand double-spiraled staircase, and visit Leonardo Da Vinci's tomb in Amboise.
- Did you know? King Francois, I invited Leonardo da Vinci to stay at the Royal Amboise Castle, where he spent the last years of his life.
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- Dive into the grandeur of the French Renaissance with this day tour from Paris, exploring the exquisite Loire Valley's castles – a blend of opulent history and natural beauty!
- Explore the colossal Chambord castle at your own pace and climb up da Vinci’s staircase to the castle's terrace to get stunning views.
- Indulge in a wine-tasting session in Chenonceau's historical cellars, sampling renowned regional wines, adding a touch of elegance to the journey (Available from April to October).
- Marvel at Chenonceau's intricate architecture straddling the Cher River, Chambord's grand double-spiraled staircase, and visit Leonardo Da Vinci's tomb in Amboise.
- Did you know? King Francois, I invited Leonardo da Vinci to stay at the Royal Amboise Castle, where he spent the last years of his life.
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Explore Chenonceau Castle, renowned for its antique-furnished interior and an art collection featuring masterpieces by Correggio, Rubens, and Murillo.
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Perched elegantly above the River Cher, its arched bridge offers a fairy-tale setting, perfect for capturing photographs.
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Get exclusive skip-the-line tickets for direct entry to Royal Blois Castle and explore the Royal Apartments, once inhabited by 7 kings and 10 queens.
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Take a leisurely walk through the Fine Arts Museum, showcasing over 300 remarkable artworks by renowned masters like Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Fun fact: During World War I, Chenonceau was transformed into a hospital. The gallery spanning the river was used as a corridor for transporting wounded soldiers.
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Explore Chenonceau Castle, renowned for its antique-furnished interior and an art collection featuring masterpieces by Correggio, Rubens, and Murillo.
-
Perched elegantly above the River Cher, its arched bridge offers a fairy-tale setting, perfect for capturing photographs.
-
Get exclusive skip-the-line tickets for direct entry to Royal Blois Castle and explore the Royal Apartments, once inhabited by 7 kings and 10 queens.
-
Take a leisurely walk through the Fine Arts Museum, showcasing over 300 remarkable artworks by renowned masters like Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Fun fact: During World War I, Chenonceau was transformed into a hospital. The gallery spanning the river was used as a corridor for transporting wounded soldiers.
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About Château de Chenonceau
The Ladies' Castle of the Loire Valley, Chateau de Chenonceau, displays Renaissance elegance, expansive French gardens, and a fascinating history shaped by powerful women.
Chateau de Chenonceau played a strategic role during World War II, with one end located in the Nazi-occupied zone and the other in the Free Zone, serving as an escape route for the French Resistance.
During World War I, the chateau served as a military hospital. Its long galleries were used as medical wards and the bridge over the River Cher, as a transport route for wounded soldiers.
The chateau is famously known as the Ladies’ Castle due to the influential women, including Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici, who significantly shaped its history.
The renowned Italian artist, Leonardo da Vinci, contributed to the design and construction of Chateau de Chenonceau.
The Chateau de Chenonceau is France’s second most-visited castle (after the Palace of Versailles) with an annual footfall of 800,000 visitors.
Why visit Château de Chenonceau?
Highlights
The Grand Gallery
This stunning gallery spans the River Cher and was built to add to the chateau’s sense of scale. It features black-and-white tiled floors and large windows that look out to the river. The Gallery, originally used as a ballroom, transformed into medical wards during WWI.
The Gardens
There are different gardens in Chateau de Chenonceau, each with unique designs, vibrant flowers, and manicured gardens. The must-visits include Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici gardens, which were passionately designed by the queens themselves.
Art Collection
Chateau de Chenonceau houses an impressive collection of artworks by renowned artists such as Rubens, Tintoretto, and Van Dyck. Some notable paintings include The Three Graces (Van Loo), Solomon and the Queen of Sheba (Tintoretto), and The Christ Child and Saint John (Rubens).
The Flower Garden
The Flower Garden in Chateau de Chenonceau is an oasis of colors and fragrance, with its vibrant blooms of over 400 roses, flowers such as tuberoses and agaoanthus, and numerous varieties of vegetable. It was organised into 12 squares, bordered by apple trees.
The Maze
An enjoyable diversion for visitors, the maze is made up of 2,000 yew trees, carefully trimmed, creating twists, turns, and dead ends.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
The Chateau de Chenonceau has one entrance, which is a 2-minute walk from the train station. If you’ve come by car, the car park is right outside the entrance. The walk from the entrance to the chateau will take you between 3–5 minutes.
Open on public holidays from:
9am–7pm on Easter (March 30–31 and April 1), May 1, May 8–12 (Ascension), and May 18–20 (Pentecost).
Available at an additional cost.
Books, jewelry, and gifts are available.
Free of cost. Enquire at the front desk.
Due to the provision of ramps, the castle, the gardens, the shop, the restaurants, and the toilets are accessible.
Guide dogs for the blind are allowed inside the castle.
Other dogs must be kept on a leash in the gardens and small dogs carried in the visitor's arms or a satchel.
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