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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Enjoy access to three famous castles in the Loire Valley, thanks to this money-saver ticket.
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At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.
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Check out the double helix staircase in Château de Chambord, as well as the temporary exhibitions.
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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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Enjoy access to three famous castles in the Loire Valley, thanks to this money-saver ticket.
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At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.
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Check out the double helix staircase in Château de Chambord, as well as the temporary exhibitions.
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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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Unlock the wonders of the Loire Valley with a single ticket, giving you access to Chambord and another stunning castle of your choice.
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Marvel at Chambord’s double-helix staircase—an architectural feat inspired by da Vinci, allowing two people to ascend and descend without ever crossing paths.
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Admire Renaissance masterpieces at Chenonceau, where the legacy of powerful women shaped both its history and art.
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Explore Amboise, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb and sweeping views over the Loire River and the city.
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Step inside Clos Luce, da Vinci’s final residence (1516-1519), filled with interactive displays of his visionary inventions.
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Wander Chaumont-sur-Loire, celebrated for its royal past and imaginative garden installations.
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Unlock the wonders of the Loire Valley with a single ticket, giving you access to Chambord and another stunning castle of your choice.
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Marvel at Chambord’s double-helix staircase—an architectural feat inspired by da Vinci, allowing two people to ascend and descend without ever crossing paths.
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Admire Renaissance masterpieces at Chenonceau, where the legacy of powerful women shaped both its history and art.
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Explore Amboise, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb and sweeping views over the Loire River and the city.
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Step inside Clos Luce, da Vinci’s final residence (1516-1519), filled with interactive displays of his visionary inventions.
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Wander Chaumont-sur-Loire, celebrated for its royal past and imaginative garden installations.
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Gain priority access with skip-the-line tickets to Royal Blois Castle, where you can explore the Royal Apartments, once inhabited by 7 kings and 10 queens.
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Stroll leisurely through the Fine Arts Museum, displaying over 300 remarkable artworks by renowned masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Explore the lovely French gardens and marvel at the ingenuity of the double-helix staircase inspired by Leonardo da Vinci at Chambord Castle.
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Check out some of Italian maestro Da Vinci's best inventions at his last place of residence, the Château of Clos Lucé, with skip-the-line entry.
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Fun fact: At the Château de Chambord, you can ascend one side of this staircase without encountering someone descending on the other side.
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Gain priority access with skip-the-line tickets to Royal Blois Castle, where you can explore the Royal Apartments, once inhabited by 7 kings and 10 queens.
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Stroll leisurely through the Fine Arts Museum, displaying over 300 remarkable artworks by renowned masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
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Explore the lovely French gardens and marvel at the ingenuity of the double-helix staircase inspired by Leonardo da Vinci at Chambord Castle.
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Check out some of Italian maestro Da Vinci's best inventions at his last place of residence, the Château of Clos Lucé, with skip-the-line entry.
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Fun fact: At the Château de Chambord, you can ascend one side of this staircase without encountering someone descending on the other side.
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- Explore the majestic Chambord Castle, built by King François I, exploring over 60 lavish rooms and the grand gardens with skip-the-line access.
- Marvel at the architectural wonder of the castle's double-helix staircase, a unique design attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.
- Dive into history at Puy du Fou, France's third-largest theme park, featuring captivating live-action enactments of famous historical events.
- Witness exhilarating spectacles from Roman gladiator fights to Viking raids with your 1,2, or 3-day ticket.
- Enjoy the flexibility of exploring Puy du Fou's numerous daytime shows and immersive period villages at your own pace over your chosen number of days.
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- Explore the majestic Chambord Castle, built by King François I, exploring over 60 lavish rooms and the grand gardens with skip-the-line access.
- Marvel at the architectural wonder of the castle's double-helix staircase, a unique design attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.
- Dive into history at Puy du Fou, France's third-largest theme park, featuring captivating live-action enactments of famous historical events.
- Witness exhilarating spectacles from Roman gladiator fights to Viking raids with your 1,2, or 3-day ticket.
- Enjoy the flexibility of exploring Puy du Fou's numerous daytime shows and immersive period villages at your own pace over your chosen number of days.
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