Loire Valley Castles
Only 2 hours from Paris, the Loire Valley is home to France's best castles. From Chenonceau to Chambord, get a glimpse of French history on these tours with skip-the-line tickets.
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Gain entrance to the Blois RoyalCastle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles.
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Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.
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Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Upgrade to include the ticket for the mesmerizing sound and light show at the castle's courtyard every evening, complete with an audio guide.
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Fun fact: The Blois Royal Castle has a great royal history from Louis XII who built the oldest part of the castle to Francois I who added the Renaissance wing with the unique open circular staircase.
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Gain entrance to the Blois RoyalCastle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles.
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Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.
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Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Upgrade to include the ticket for the mesmerizing sound and light show at the castle's courtyard every evening, complete with an audio guide.
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Fun fact: The Blois Royal Castle has a great royal history from Louis XII who built the oldest part of the castle to Francois I who added the Renaissance wing with the unique open circular staircase.
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Save money as you explore two stunning gems of French architecture with a single ticket.
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Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau castle, featuring an elegant gallery bridge that spans over the Cher river.
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See the royal quarters, including the bedrooms, the guard’s rooms, the chapel and the gallery, and admire the vast collection of exquisite tapestries, paintings and furniture.
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Stroll through the extensive royal gardens located alongside the Cher river.
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Explore the lavishly furnished rooms, the grand spiral staircase and see the many works of art on display at Chaumont-sur-Loire castle.
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Enjoy stunning views of the Loire Valley from the terraces.
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Stroll through the stables, known for being well-equipped and modern.
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Admire the green masterpieces that are part of the International Garden Festival.
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Save money as you explore two stunning gems of French architecture with a single ticket.
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Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau castle, featuring an elegant gallery bridge that spans over the Cher river.
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See the royal quarters, including the bedrooms, the guard’s rooms, the chapel and the gallery, and admire the vast collection of exquisite tapestries, paintings and furniture.
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Stroll through the extensive royal gardens located alongside the Cher river.
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Explore the lavishly furnished rooms, the grand spiral staircase and see the many works of art on display at Chaumont-sur-Loire castle.
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Enjoy stunning views of the Loire Valley from the terraces.
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Stroll through the stables, known for being well-equipped and modern.
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Admire the green masterpieces that are part of the International Garden Festival.
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Skip the ticket counter and dive straight into Chambord, the Loire Valley’s largest and grandest château.
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Explore over 60 lavish rooms, the iconic double-helix staircase, rooftop terraces, and a vaulted chapel.
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Learn about the château’s royal symbolism and history with a free visitor guide and a multilingual film.
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Wander through 16 acres of beautifully restored formal French gardens at your own pace.
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Enhance your visit with a Histopad—explore the château through 3D re-creations, immersive audio tours, and interactive treasure hunts.
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Skip the ticket counter and dive straight into Chambord, the Loire Valley’s largest and grandest château.
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Explore over 60 lavish rooms, the iconic double-helix staircase, rooftop terraces, and a vaulted chapel.
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Learn about the château’s royal symbolism and history with a free visitor guide and a multilingual film.
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Wander through 16 acres of beautifully restored formal French gardens at your own pace.
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Enhance your visit with a Histopad—explore the château through 3D re-creations, immersive audio tours, and interactive treasure hunts.
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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.
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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.
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Wander the formal gardens with tree-lined paths, vibrant flower beds, and an Italian maze planted with 2,000 yew trees.
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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.
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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.
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Wander the formal gardens with tree-lined paths, vibrant flower beds, and an Italian maze planted with 2,000 yew trees.
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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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Visit the Amboise Royal Castle, a magnificent palace on the banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage river.
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Discover the latest HistoPad technology with 3D reconstructions of the Logis and learn about the castle's history as well as the lives of royalty that once called it home.
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Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the castle, as well as an extensive collection of furniture representing the pinnacle of French luxury.
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You also get to visit the tomb of Leonarda da Vinci in the castle's chapel.
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Did you know? The Amboise Royal Castle is linked to King Charles VIII. He was born there in 1470 and died there in 1498 after hitting his head on the top of a door of a gallery of the castle.
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Visit the Amboise Royal Castle, a magnificent palace on the banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage river.
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Discover the latest HistoPad technology with 3D reconstructions of the Logis and learn about the castle's history as well as the lives of royalty that once called it home.
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Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the castle, as well as an extensive collection of furniture representing the pinnacle of French luxury.
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You also get to visit the tomb of Leonarda da Vinci in the castle's chapel.
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Did you know? The Amboise Royal Castle is linked to King Charles VIII. He was born there in 1470 and died there in 1498 after hitting his head on the top of a door of a gallery of the castle.
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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.
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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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With this ticket, explore the Villandry Castle in the Loire Valley, followed by a leisurely walk through the stunning gardens.
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Walk in the footsteps of royalty at Villandry Castle as you explore the Great Hall, the dining room, the period-appropriate bedrooms, and the chapel.
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Find yourself surrounded by the central keep, encircled by four impressive wings, creating a unique quadrangular layout.
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Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.
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Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.
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With this ticket, explore the Villandry Castle in the Loire Valley, followed by a leisurely walk through the stunning gardens.
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Walk in the footsteps of royalty at Villandry Castle as you explore the Great Hall, the dining room, the period-appropriate bedrooms, and the chapel.
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Find yourself surrounded by the central keep, encircled by four impressive wings, creating a unique quadrangular layout.
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Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.
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Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.
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Save big on this combo ticket and see the top 3 castles of the Loire Valley!
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At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.
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Explore four architectural styles from the 13th to 17th centuries at the Château Royal de Blois.
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Admire the Renaissance residence that is the Château Royal d'Amboise, and pay your respects at the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci.
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Save big on this combo ticket and see the top 3 castles of the Loire Valley!
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At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.
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Explore four architectural styles from the 13th to 17th centuries at the Château Royal de Blois.
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Admire the Renaissance residence that is the Château Royal d'Amboise, and pay your respects at the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci.
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This combo ticket gives you skip-the-line access to two must-see Loire Valley castles, at a great price!
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Explore Château d’Azay-le-Rideau, one of the finest examples of 16th-century French architecture.
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Built in 1515, Château de Chambord is one of the most widely recognized castles in the Loire.
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It is known especially for its distinctive French Renaissance architecture, as well as the incredible sweeping double helix stone staircase.
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This combo ticket gives you skip-the-line access to two must-see Loire Valley castles, at a great price!
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Explore Château d’Azay-le-Rideau, one of the finest examples of 16th-century French architecture.
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Built in 1515, Château de Chambord is one of the most widely recognized castles in the Loire.
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It is known especially for its distinctive French Renaissance architecture, as well as the incredible sweeping double helix stone staircase.
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