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.
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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.
 - 
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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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.
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At Chenonceau, walk through the halls once graced by the powerful women of French history—Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 two more castles 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 simultaneously, 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.
 
More details
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Unlock the wonders of this combo ticket—explore Chenonceau Castle and two more castles 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 simultaneously, 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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Visit two iconic Loire Valley castles in one easy, expertly guided day trip from Paris.
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Skip the lines at Chambord and Chenonceau and enjoy guided tours filled with history, drama, and royal secrets.
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Climb Chambord’s da Vinci staircase and roam its rooftop terraces; stroll Chenonceau’s Medici Gallery spanning the River Cher.
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Relax with round-trip AC coach transfers, free time in medieval Blois, and a wine tasting inside a castle cellar.
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Upgrade to a small-group minivan for added comfort, more guide time, and unbeatable château views.
 
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Visit two iconic Loire Valley castles in one easy, expertly guided day trip from Paris.
 - 
Skip the lines at Chambord and Chenonceau and enjoy guided tours filled with history, drama, and royal secrets.
 - 
Climb Chambord’s da Vinci staircase and roam its rooftop terraces; stroll Chenonceau’s Medici Gallery spanning the River Cher.
 - 
Relax with round-trip AC coach transfers, free time in medieval Blois, and a wine tasting inside a castle cellar.
 - 
Upgrade to a small-group minivan for added comfort, more guide time, and unbeatable château views.
 
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Discover two of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles—Chambord and Chenonceau—in one seamless, small-group day trip.
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Skip the lines at both châteaux and dive into royal legends, da Vinci designs, and lavish Renaissance architecture with an expert English-speaking guide.
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Travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned minibus with a max of 20 guests—no need to worry about train schedules or parking.
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Stroll through Chenonceau’s dreamy river-spanning gallery, and climb Chambord’s grand double-helix staircase for views over vast royal hunting grounds.
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Upgrade your experience with a 3-course lunch and local wine inside a privately owned château—an exclusive, locally sourced affair most travelers miss.
 
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Discover two of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles—Chambord and Chenonceau—in one seamless, small-group day trip.
 - 
Skip the lines at both châteaux and dive into royal legends, da Vinci designs, and lavish Renaissance architecture with an expert English-speaking guide.
 - 
Travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned minibus with a max of 20 guests—no need to worry about train schedules or parking.
 - 
Stroll through Chenonceau’s dreamy river-spanning gallery, and climb Chambord’s grand double-helix staircase for views over vast royal hunting grounds.
 - 
Upgrade your experience with a 3-course lunch and local wine inside a privately owned château—an exclusive, locally sourced affair most travelers miss.
 
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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.
 - 
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.
 
10% off
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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.
 
More details
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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.
 - 
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.
 - 
Admire Renaissance masterpieces at Chenonceau, where the legacy of powerful women shaped both its history and art.
 - 
Explore Amboise, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb and sweeping views over the Loire River and the city.
 - 
Step inside Clos Luce, da Vinci’s final residence (1516-1519), filled with interactive displays of his visionary inventions.
 - 
Wander Chaumont-sur-Loire, celebrated for its royal past and imaginative garden installations.
 
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This combo ticket gives you access to two of the most charming castles in the Loire while saving you money.
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Walk around 60 royal rooms in Chambord Castle.
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Get access to the temporary exhibitions in Chambord too.
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Explore the double-helix staircase in Chambord, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's designs.
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Explore the Chenonceau Castle and witness its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.
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Admire the luxurious tapestries, furniture, paintings, and decor - now a vintage royal collection.
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Stroll in the gardens beside the Cher river and enjoy the picturesque view.
 
More details
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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.
 
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Step into the royal world at Château Chenonceau, an elegant castle renowned for its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture, and a stunning gallery bridge over the Cher river.
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Immerse in the castle's fascinating history, stroll through lavishly decorated rooms featuring exquisite art and tapestries and explore the extensive royal gardens.
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Get skip-the-line access to Château du Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci’s last residence, and embark on a journey through Amboise's history and Da Vinci's inspiring life.
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Explore the 17 rooms of the Royal Blois Castle, all generously decorated with traditional motifs, monograms, and candelabra, and offering an introduction to French history and architecture.
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Fun Fact: Château de Chenonceau is the second most-visited chateau in France after the Palace of Versailles, and is renowned as the ‘Ladies' Château’ due to its female patrons.
 
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Step into the royal world at Château Chenonceau, an elegant castle renowned for its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture, and a stunning gallery bridge over the Cher river.
 - 
Immerse in the castle's fascinating history, stroll through lavishly decorated rooms featuring exquisite art and tapestries and explore the extensive royal gardens.
 - 
Get skip-the-line access to Château du Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci’s last residence, and embark on a journey through Amboise's history and Da Vinci's inspiring life.
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Explore the 17 rooms of the Royal Blois Castle, all generously decorated with traditional motifs, monograms, and candelabra, and offering an introduction to French history and architecture.
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Fun Fact: Château de Chenonceau is the second most-visited chateau in France after the Palace of Versailles, and is renowned as the ‘Ladies' Château’ due to its female patrons.
 
15% off
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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.
Why visit Château de Chenonceau?
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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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