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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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.
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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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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.
More details
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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.
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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.
-
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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Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.
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Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.
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Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.
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Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).
More details
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Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.
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Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.
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Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.
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Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).
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- Dive into the grandeur of the French Renaissance with this day tour from Paris, exploring the exquisite Loire Valley's castles – a blend of opulent history and natural beauty!
- Explore the colossal Chambord castle at your own pace and climb up da Vinci’s staircase to the castle's terrace to get stunning views.
- Indulge in a wine-tasting session in Chenonceau's historical cellars, sampling renowned regional wines, adding a touch of elegance to the journey (Available from April to October).
- Marvel at Chenonceau's intricate architecture straddling the Cher River, Chambord's grand double-spiraled staircase, and visit Leonardo Da Vinci's tomb in Amboise.
- Did you know? King Francois, I invited Leonardo da Vinci to stay at the Royal Amboise Castle, where he spent the last years of his life.
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- Dive into the grandeur of the French Renaissance with this day tour from Paris, exploring the exquisite Loire Valley's castles – a blend of opulent history and natural beauty!
- Explore the colossal Chambord castle at your own pace and climb up da Vinci’s staircase to the castle's terrace to get stunning views.
- Indulge in a wine-tasting session in Chenonceau's historical cellars, sampling renowned regional wines, adding a touch of elegance to the journey (Available from April to October).
- Marvel at Chenonceau's intricate architecture straddling the Cher River, Chambord's grand double-spiraled staircase, and visit Leonardo Da Vinci's tomb in Amboise.
- Did you know? King Francois, I invited Leonardo da Vinci to stay at the Royal Amboise Castle, where he spent the last years of his life.
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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.
More details
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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.
-
At Chambord Castle, the inspiration behind the tale of "Beauty and the Beast," delve into over 60 rooms, 80 staircases, and 365 fireplaces.
-
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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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.
Chateau de Chenonceau played a strategic role during World War II, with one end located in the Nazi-occupied zone and the other in the Free Zone, serving as an escape route for the French Resistance.
During World War I, the chateau served as a military hospital. Its long galleries were used as medical wards and the bridge over the River Cher, as a transport route for wounded soldiers.
The chateau is famously known as the Ladies’ Castle due to the influential women, including Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici, who significantly shaped its history.
The renowned Italian artist, Leonardo da Vinci, contributed to the design and construction of Chateau de Chenonceau.
The Chateau de Chenonceau is France’s second most-visited castle (after the Palace of Versailles) with an annual footfall of 800,000 visitors.
Why visit Château de Chenonceau?
Highlights
The Grand Gallery
This stunning gallery spans the River Cher and was built to add to the chateau’s sense of scale. It features black-and-white tiled floors and large windows that look out to the river. The Gallery, originally used as a ballroom, transformed into medical wards during WWI.
The Gardens
There are different gardens in Chateau de Chenonceau, each with unique designs, vibrant flowers, and manicured gardens. The must-visits include Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici gardens, which were passionately designed by the queens themselves.
Art Collection
Chateau de Chenonceau houses an impressive collection of artworks by renowned artists such as Rubens, Tintoretto, and Van Dyck. Some notable paintings include The Three Graces (Van Loo), Solomon and the Queen of Sheba (Tintoretto), and The Christ Child and Saint John (Rubens).
The Flower Garden
The Flower Garden in Chateau de Chenonceau is an oasis of colors and fragrance, with its vibrant blooms of over 400 roses, flowers such as tuberoses and agaoanthus, and numerous varieties of vegetable. It was organised into 12 squares, bordered by apple trees.
The Maze
An enjoyable diversion for visitors, the maze is made up of 2,000 yew trees, carefully trimmed, creating twists, turns, and dead ends.
Plan your visit
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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