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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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Slide 1 of 10, Chenonceau Castle reflecting on the Cher River at sunset, France.
Chenonceau Castle reflecting on the Cher River at sunset, France.
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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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  • 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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€19
Slide 1 of 7, Chambord Castle facade and aerial view of Chenonceau Castle in France.
Chambord Castle facade and aerial view of Chenonceau Castle in France.
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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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  • 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.

from Original price€40
€37.29

7% off

Slide 1 of 18, Chambord and Amboise Castles with flags, Loire Valley, France.
Chambord and Amboise Castles with flags, Loire Valley, France.
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  • Enjoy access to three famous castles in the Loire Valley, thanks to this money-saver ticket.

  • At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.

  • Check out the double helix staircase in Château de Chambord, as well as the temporary exhibitions.

  • 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.

  • At the dreamy Château Chenonceau, take stunning photos and walk through the royal gardens.

  • Check out the double helix staircase in Château de Chambord, as well as the temporary exhibitions.

  • Admire the Renaissance residence that is the Château Royal d'Amboise, and pay your respects at the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci.

from Original price€57.30
€52.68

8% off

Slide 1 of 11, Chenonceau and Amboise castles in Loire Valley, France, with gardens and pathways.
Chenonceau and Amboise castles in Loire Valley, France, with gardens and pathways.
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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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  • 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.

from Original price€57.30
€54.44

5% off

Slide 1 of 11, Chenonceau and Chambord castles with gardens and visitors in Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau and Chambord castles with gardens and visitors in Loire Valley, France.
Extended validity
Explore at your pace
  • 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.

More details
  • 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.

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€36.30
Slide 1 of 12, Chaumont-sur-Loire and another Loire Valley castle with gardens and visitors.
Chaumont-sur-Loire and another Loire Valley castle with gardens and visitors.
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  • A super saver combo to make the most of your Loire Valley trip—Chaumont and another castle of your choice. Choose from Chenonceau, Chambord, and Royal Blois.

  • Chaumont Castle stands out for its annual International Garden Festival (Apr—Nov) and its legacy of hosting notable personalities such as Catherine de Médicis, Benjamin Franklin, and the novelist Madame de Staël.

  • Chambord Castle, the largest castle in the Loire Valley, is known for its iconic double helix staircase, where two people can ascend at the same time without running into one another.

  • Chenonceau, the Ladies' Castle, invites you to stroll through the Medici Gallery stretching across the Cher River and enjoy the floral beauty of its vibrant gardens.

  • At Royal Blois, witness centuries of French architecture unfold and browse the Musée des Beaux-Arts, home to masterpieces by artists like Rubens and Ingres.

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  • A super saver combo to make the most of your Loire Valley trip—Chaumont and another castle of your choice. Choose from Chenonceau, Chambord, and Royal Blois.

  • Chaumont Castle stands out for its annual International Garden Festival (Apr—Nov) and its legacy of hosting notable personalities such as Catherine de Médicis, Benjamin Franklin, and the novelist Madame de Staël.

  • Chambord Castle, the largest castle in the Loire Valley, is known for its iconic double helix staircase, where two people can ascend at the same time without running into one another.

  • Chenonceau, the Ladies' Castle, invites you to stroll through the Medici Gallery stretching across the Cher River and enjoy the floral beauty of its vibrant gardens.

  • At Royal Blois, witness centuries of French architecture unfold and browse the Musée des Beaux-Arts, home to masterpieces by artists like Rubens and Ingres.

from Original price€34
€32.30

5% off

Slide 1 of 12, Tourists standing in front of Château de Chambord, France.
Tourists standing in front of Château de Chambord, France.
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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.

  • Enjoy 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.

  • Enjoy a 3-course lunch and local wine inside a privately owned château—an exclusive, locally sourced affair most travelers miss.

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€219
Slide 1 of 10, Royal Blois Castle courtyard with ornate architecture and blue sky.
Royal Blois Castle courtyard with ornate architecture and blue sky.
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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.

  • Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

  • 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.

  • Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).

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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.

  • Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

  • 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.

  • Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).

from Original price€29
€27.55

5% off

Slide 1 of 11, Chenonceau Castle over river and ornate facade of Royal Blois Castle, France.
Chenonceau Castle over river and ornate facade of Royal Blois Castle, France.
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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.

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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.

from Original price€35
€31.50

10% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Chateau de Chenonceau is one of the most visited chateaus in the Loire Valley. Buy your tickets in advance to ensure a delightful experience. You can plan ahead and book up to 4 months in advance.

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.


Address37150 Chenonceaux, France
Also known asThe Ladies' Castle
Year opened1913
Founded byThomas Bohier and Katherine Briçonnet
Visitors per year800000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

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.

Why visit Château de Chenonceau?

Architectural masterpiece

The architectural style of Chateau de Chenonceau beautifully blends late Gothic elements, such as pointed arches and stone carvings, with early Renaissance features like classical motifs on columns and pediments. The result is visually stunning and an absolute delight to behold!

Highlights

Plan your visit

Main entrance

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.

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What our guests say

Arnaud B

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Jul 2026

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These spectacular 16th-century castles are among the must-see attractions you shouldn't miss if you're in the region. The wines from Chambord are also superb.

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