Loire Valley Castles

• Gain entrance to the Blois RoyalCastle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles.

• Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.

• Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.

• Upgrade to include the ticket for the mesmerizing sound and light show at the castle's courtyard every evening, complete with an audio guide.

• 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.

• Save money as you explore two stunning gems of French architecture with a single ticket.

• Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau castle, featuring an elegant gallery bridge that spans over the Cher river.

• 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.

• Stroll through the extensive royal gardens located alongside the Cher river.

• Explore the lavishly furnished rooms, the grand spiral staircase and see the many works of art on display at Chaumont-sur-Loire castle.

• Enjoy stunning views of the Loire Valley from the terraces.

• Stroll through the stables, known for being well-equipped and modern.

• Admire the green masterpieces that are part of the International Garden Festival.

• Discover the Loire Valley’s grandest chateau at your own pace—with a multilingual visitor's guide and an introductory 20-minute film.
• Skip waiting at the ticket lines and head straight inside to admire Chambord’s iconic double-helix staircase, lavish royal apartments, and panoramic rooftop terraces.
• Stroll through the vast hunting grounds, explore the recently revived French formal gardens, and visit the stables, which house historical exhibitions and host horse shows.

• 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.

• Visit the Amboise Royal Castle, a magnificent palace on the banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage river.

• 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.

• 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.

• You also get to visit the tomb of Leonarda da Vinci in the castle's chapel.

• 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.

• Explore the home of Leonardo da Vinci, the stunning Clos Lucé Castle in the Loire Valley.

• Breeze through 800 years of Amboise history and wander the ornate rooms and lush gardens in which the great Renaissance genius lived and worked during his twilight years.

• See meticulously reconstructed replicas of some of da Vinci's most well-known inventions, as well as objects from his lifetime, student paintings, and much more.

• Fun fact: Although Leonardo is responsible for some of the most innovative inventions and ideas of all time, he never actually went to school.

Explore the Gardens of Villandry Castle at your own pace, renowned for their beauty, historical significance, and meticulous design.

• Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

• Take a walk through the Vegetable Garden, which serves as a practical demonstration of traditional French gardening techniques.

• Ascend to the belvedere for a panoramic view, encompassing the distinct Maltese, Languedoc, and Basque Cross designs, along with fleur-de-lis motifs.

• 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.

• Admire masterpieces by Rubens, Van Loo, and Murillo at Chenonceau Castle and gain entry to 2 more castles in the Loire Valley.

• Marvel at the double-helix staircase, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, at Chambord Castle.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Explore the heart of Angers Castle and discover the gardens, moat, drawbridge, courtyard, and chapel.

• See the legendary Apocalypse Tapestry, the largest woven work in medieval history.

• Walk around the ramparts for romantic views of the entire city.