Landmarks

Chenonceau Castle & Gardens Tickets

4.8/5(7,423)

Monica H

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The two castles we visited were spectacular, each with its own unique features. Chambord. Inside, the video presentation—in French but completely understandable—was a highlight. The garden didn’t look as good as expected due to the heat, but the castle more than made up for it. Parking costs 8 euros. You can spend 3–4 hours there. Chenonceaux Castle. Its gardens far surpass the castle itself. It’s worth visiting just to see them. Parking is free. The castle, of course, has its own charm and is spread out beyond the central complex into pavilions such as the Science Pavilion and the Pharmacy Pavilion. There are also gardens of medicinal plants and a very well-maintained vegetable garden with water fountains for both the garden and the visitors. Both are highly recommended. And with the mobile ticket, it’s very easy to enter without waiting in line at the ticket office. However, if you want a self-guided tour, you must purchase it at the ticket office before entering the grounds.

Khezami R

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

The visit to Chenonceau Castle was simply wonderful! The castle is impressive, and its location over the water makes it truly unique. The lovingly tended gardens are also well worth seeing and invite you to take a relaxing stroll. The tickets worked without a hitch, and the entire visit was well organized. A wonderful experience and highly recommended!

Lesley W

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Easy to purchase tickets via head out Sent to my phone for easy access Chenanceau chateaux is gorgeous Lovely grounds Plenty of parking Try to avoid the morning coach crowds Very picturesque setting for photos I wish I had had time to hire a boat to sail along the river running underneath the Chateaux Nice cafe There's a restaurant you can book in advance i. The beautiful Orangery

Daniel M

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

Everything was perfect, especially the flexibility of being able to choose your own arrival time. The Chenonceau Castle and gardens are truly worth seeing. It’s best to go first thing in the morning (they open at 9:00 a.m.). After 10:00 a.m., it gets very crowded.

Jouke B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A stunningly beautiful castle—well worth the visit. We were in the area for just one night but didn’t want to miss this. And it was definitely worth it. The drive there, the driveway, and then the castle and the beautifully maintained gardens. In a word: amazing.

Nicole W

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Buying tickets online meant a shorter line; there was a slight delay with the Kamen tickets, or rather, they would have been easier to access if we’d installed the app. We were already standing in line at the ticket counter when we bought the tickets online... But everything worked out in the end.

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.

Entry to Chenonceau Castle

Access to the gardens

Visitor's brochure in 18 languages

Choice of time slot

Audio/live guide

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 Dec, 2026.

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Jouke B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A stunningly beautiful castle—well worth the visit. We were in the area for just one night but didn’t want to miss this. And it was definitely worth it. The drive there, the driveway, and then the castle and the beautifully maintained gardens. In a word: amazing.
Valentina C
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Truly beautiful and spectacular castles—Chambord is the most impressive, and Chenonceau boasts its meticulously tended gardens. The only downside: too many people.
Monica H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The two castles we visited were spectacular, each with its own unique features. Chambord. Inside, the video presentation—in French but completely understandable—was a highlight. The garden didn’t look as good as expected due to the heat, but the castle more than made up for it. Parking costs 8 euros. You can spend 3–4 hours there. Chenonceaux Castle. Its gardens far surpass the castle itself. It’s worth visiting just to see them. Parking is free. The castle, of course, has its own charm and is spread out beyond the central complex into pavilions such as the Science Pavilion and the Pharmacy Pavilion. There are also gardens of medicinal plants and a very well-maintained vegetable garden with water fountains for both the garden and the visitors. Both are highly recommended. And with the mobile ticket, it’s very easy to enter without waiting in line at the ticket office. However, if you want a self-guided tour, you must purchase it at the ticket office before entering the grounds.
Khezami R
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
The visit to Chenonceau Castle was simply wonderful! The castle is impressive, and its location over the water makes it truly unique. The lovingly tended gardens are also well worth seeing and invite you to take a relaxing stroll. The tickets worked without a hitch, and the entire visit was well organized. A wonderful experience and highly recommended!
Lesley W
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Easy to purchase tickets via head out Sent to my phone for easy access Chenanceau chateaux is gorgeous Lovely grounds Plenty of parking Try to avoid the morning coach crowds Very picturesque setting for photos I wish I had had time to hire a boat to sail along the river running underneath the Chateaux Nice cafe There's a restaurant you can book in advance i. The beautiful Orangery

Step into one of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles—Chenonceau. Known as the “Ladies’ Castle,” it spans the Cher River and offers a deep dive into a period of French history that was shaped by powerful women.

Getting started

Arrive at Chenonceau and present your pre-booked ticket at the entrance in exchange for a timed-stamped entry ticket. Expect a brief security check before entering the castle grounds.

What to expect

Chenonceau Castle is a masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture built over the Cher River, known as the Ladies’ Castle for its female patrons. Wander through the chateau at your own pace, discovering rooms once occupied by queens and noblewomen.

Features

Chapel: A vaulted Gothic chapel with stained-glass windows that survived the French Revolution.

Royal bedrooms: Lavishly decorated rooms, including those of Catherine de' Medici and Diane de Poitiers.

Gallery bridge: A long ballroom-style gallery stretching over the river, offering scenic views through arched windows.

Kitchens: Located in the castle’s foundations, showcasing 16th-century culinary tools and layouts.

Formal gardens: Two elegant gardens—Diane’s and Catherine’s—featuring geometric flowerbeds, fountains, and walking paths.

Wrapping up

After your self-guided tour, feel free to relax in the estate’s gardens or explore the surrounding Loire Valley at your own pace.

Accessibility

The castle, shop, restaurant, and restrooms are accessible to people with disabilities.

Guide dogs are accepted without reservation.

Additional information

Dogs should otherwise be kept on a leash in the gardens and small dogs should be carried in the arms or a basket inside the castle.

Children under 7 years of age can enter for free.

You can exchange your voucher directly at the castle ticket office or at the machine to receive your time-stamped entry ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

Ticket Redemption Point

Your ticket redemption point is Château de Chenonceau

Address: 37150 Chenonceaux, France.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Accessibility

The Chenonceau castle is wheelchair accessible. People with reduced mobility can book a wheelchair free of charge (when doing so, they will be asked to leave an ID as a deposit).