Loire Valley Castles

Explore Chambord, the Loire Valley’s largest and grandest château.

See over 60 lavish rooms, the iconic double-helix staircase, rooftop terraces, and a vaulted chapel.

Learn about the château’s royal symbolism and history with a free visitor guide and a multilingual film.

Wander through 16 acres of beautifully restored formal French gardens at your own pace.

Enhance your visit with a Histopad—explore the château through 3D re-creations, immersive audio tours, and interactive treasure hunts.

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.

Enjoy access to the three majestic castles with a single value-for-money ticket.

Your ticket grants you access to more than 60 rooms as well as the temporary exhibitions at Château de Chambord.

Explore the grandiose architecture and the lovely French gardens at your own pace.

Marvel at the ingenuity of the double-helix staircase, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci.

Bask in the elegance of Château Chenonceau as you explore it at your own pace.

Witness late-gothic and early renaissance design at its best, as you walk over an elegant gallery bridge that spans over the Cher river.

Admire a vast collection of sophisticated art, furniture, and exquisite interiors as you explore the royal living quarters, the chapel and more.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the extensive, lush royal gardens alongside the riverbank.

Walk in the footsteps of royalty at one of the earliest Loire castles to be built in the French Renaissance style, the Château of Azay-le-Rideau.

Marvel at the château’s opulent rooms, lavish ceiling decorations and more at your own pace.

Explore the charming English-style gardens that surround the Château and take plenty of photographs.

Discover the architectural and natural beauty of the Loire Valley on a full-day guided tour featuring castles, gardens, and local wines.

Step inside the romantic Azay-le-Rideau Castle, a gem of French Renaissance design set on an island in the Indre River.

Wander through the magnificent gardens of Villandry Castle, known for its ornamental flower beds, vegetable gardens, and tranquil water features.

Learn about winemaking from vine to bottle at a local Vouvray winery, touring underground cellars and sampling wines led by expert sommeliers.

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.

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.

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.

This combo ticket gives you access to two of the most charming castles in the Loire while saving you money.

Walk around 60 royal rooms in Chambord Castle.

Get access to the temporary exhibitions in Chambord too.

Explore the double-helix staircase in Chambord, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's designs.

Explore the Chenonceau Castle and witness its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.

Admire the luxurious tapestries, furniture, paintings, and decor - now a vintage royal collection.

Stroll in the gardens beside the Cher river and enjoy the picturesque view.