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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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Château de Chenonceau Tickets
Chenonceau Castle with gardens in Loire Valley, featuring manicured lawns and blooming flowers.
Chenonceau Castle gallery with checkered floor and chandeliers.
Chenonceau Castle interior with ornate fireplace and classic paintings.
Pathway lined with trees and stone sphinxes at Chenonceau Castle, France.
Stone urns with floral decorations at Chenonceau Castle gardens.
Chenonceau Castle reflecting on Cher River, Loire Valley, France.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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.

from
€18
Chenonceau and Amboise castles in Loire Valley, France, with gardens and pathways.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens in Loire Valley, featuring manicured lawns and blooming flowers.
Aerial view of Chambord Castle with gardens and surrounding landscape.
Royal Amboise Castle with manicured gardens and Loire River view.
Royal Blois Castle facade with visitors entering through the main entrance.
Clos Lucé Castle with Leonardo da Vinci's helicopter model on the lawn.
Chenonceau Castle interior with ornate fireplace and classic paintings.
Double helix staircase inside Château de Chambord, France.
Royal Amboise Castle stone relief with religious figures and intricate carvings.
Interior of Royal Blois Castle with ornate red and gold walls, decorative ceiling, and sculptures.
Mural of a face partially hidden by foliage at Chaumont sur Loire.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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

  • 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 €51.50
€48.92

5% off

Chambord and Chenonceau castles in Loire Valley, France, showcasing architecture and gardens.
Chambord Castle with visitors in a boat on the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Chambord Castle room interior with ornate tapestries, chandelier, and antique furniture.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens on a sunny day in France.
Ornate room with red walls, classic paintings, and a decorative fireplace in a historic European palace.
Royal Amboise Castle with manicured gardens and Loire River view.
Aerial view of Royal Amboise Castle and surrounding gardens in Amboise, France.
Royal Blois Castle exterior with ornate facade and potted trees, Blois, France.
Ornate bedroom with canopy bed in Château de Blois, France.
Clos Lucé Castle with spiral sculpture in garden, France.
Château du Clos Lucé interior with Leonardo da Vinci's artworks and historical artifacts.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Discover the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles with one simple, cost-effective ticket.

  • Visit Château de Chambord with skip-the-line access and explore its 60+ rooms, da Vinci staircase, and grand French gardens.

  • Choose any two more châteaux—like Chenonceau, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Chaumont, or Blois—and enjoy direct entry to each.

  • From royal apartments to da Vinci’s final home and riverside gardens, each château reveals a unique piece of French history.

  • Enjoy the freedom to curate your own itinerary—no separate bookings, no extra fees, just seamless castle-hopping.

More details

  • Discover the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles with one simple, cost-effective ticket.

  • Visit Château de Chambord with skip-the-line access and explore its 60+ rooms, da Vinci staircase, and grand French gardens.

  • Choose any two more châteaux—like Chenonceau, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Chaumont, or Blois—and enjoy direct entry to each.

  • From royal apartments to da Vinci’s final home and riverside gardens, each château reveals a unique piece of French history.

  • Enjoy the freedom to curate your own itinerary—no separate bookings, no extra fees, just seamless castle-hopping.

from €49.90
€47.41

5% off

Chenonceau and Chambord castles with gardens and visitors in Loire Valley, France.
Château de Chenonceau in autumn with red leaves and stone sculptures, Loire Valley, France.
Château de Chenonceau with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Royal Amboise Castle with manicured gardens and Loire River view.
Chambord Castle with visitors in a boat on the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Clos Lucé Castle with Leonardo da Vinci's helicopter model on the lawn.
Grand hallway with checkered floor and chandeliers at Château de Chenonceau, France.
Royal Amboise Castle chapel interior with stained glass windows and vaulted ceiling.
Chambord Castle room interior with ornate tapestries, chandelier, and antique furniture.
Château du Clos Lucé interior with Leonardo da Vinci's artworks and historical artifacts.
Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire Castle entrance with gothic architecture in Loire Valley, France.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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.

from
€34
Tour group at Chenonceau Castle with guide pointing at the historic architecture.
Aerial view of Chambord Castle Gardens with symmetrical landscaping and surrounding canal.
Chenonceau Castle exterior with visitors walking along the tree-lined path.
Wine tasting in a Loire Valley castle cellar with a group of people.
Taxidermy animal display and tapestries in Chambord Castle exhibit hall.
Chambord Castle interior with ornate red walls, chandelier, and decorative chairs.
Group of tourists with a guide at Chambord Castle, France.
Royal Amboise Castle with manicured gardens and Loire River view.
Visitors enjoying the view from the balcony of Chambord Castle, France.
Chambord Castle interior with ornate furniture and floral wallpaper.
Guide explaining a statue to visitors inside Chambord Castle.
Visitors near the helix staircase in Chambord Castle, France, with tapestries on the walls.
Chenonceau Castle spanning the River Cher in France.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
13 hr
1 more
  • 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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  • 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.

from
€109
Tourists standing in front of Château de Chambord, France.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens in Loire Valley, featuring manicured lawns and blooming flowers.
Chambord Castle king's room with ornate decor, tapestries, and chandelier.
Château de Chenonceau exterior with arches over the Cher River, France.
Chateau de Chambord interior with red tapestry and antler mounts.
Château de Chambord in Loire Valley, France, viewed from across the water.
Chambord Castle gardens with symmetrical lawns and decorative patterns, France.
Visitors near the helix staircase in Chambord Castle, France, with tapestries on the walls.
Theatre de Moliere stage with red curtains in Chateau de Chambord, France.
Chenonceau Castle interior with ornate fireplace and classic paintings.
Elegant dining setup with candles at a private castle in Loire Valley.
Couple toasting with wine during Loire Valley day tour lunch at private castle.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
8 hr 30 min
1 more
  • 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.

More details

  • 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.

from
€175
Chambord and Amboise Castles with flags, Loire Valley, France.
Château de Chambord with visitors in the garden, Loire Valley, France.
Aerial view of Château de Chenonceau with its gardens and river in the Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau Castle with formal gardens in Loire Valley, France.
Amboise Castle with Loire River and bridge in foreground, France.
Family boating near Chambord Castle, France.
Château d'Amboise with flags, Loire Valley, France.
Entrance of Amboise Castle with detailed stone carvings and visitors walking inside.
Gardens and landscape at Amboise Castle, France.
Interior of a room at Clos Lucé Castle with red walls, antique furniture, and historical portraits.
Loire Valley chateau interior with ornate tapestries and antique furniture.
Chenonceau Castle reflecting on the Cher River, France.
Leonardo da Vinci's tombstone with white lilies at Amboise Castle, France.
Grand hallway with checkered floor at Chenonceau Castle, France.
Interior of a vaulted hall in Clos Lucé Castle, featuring ornate columns and a fireplace.
Château overlooking the Loire River in Chaumont sur Loire, with village and landscape views.
Castle with turret and pond in lush garden, Loire Valley, France.
Amboise Castle illuminated at night with reflections on the Loire River, France.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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.

More details

  • 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 €53.90
€49.56

8% off

Chenonceau Castle and Azay le Rideau Castle in Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens and moat in Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens and river view, Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens and pink roses in Loire Valley, France.
Azay le Rideau Castle with its distinctive turrets and moat in France.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau reflecting in a calm moat, surrounded by lush trees.
Azay le Rideau Castle reflecting in a calm river under a blue sky.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Save money on this combo experience visiting two French castles!

  • Visit the Chenonceau Castle to explore its royal collection of tapestries and paintings.

  • Walk around the grand gallery over the bridge spanning the Cher River at Chenonceau Castle.

  • Stroll around the halls of Azay le Rideau and take in the luxurious ceiling decorations in the castle.

  • Take a walk in the colorful garden surrounding the castles, and capture the magnificence of the structures.

  • Get a chance to see the royal quarters and get the ultimate lavish experience in the stunning castles.

More details

  • Save money on this combo experience visiting two French castles!

  • Visit the Chenonceau Castle to explore its royal collection of tapestries and paintings.

  • Walk around the grand gallery over the bridge spanning the Cher River at Chenonceau Castle.

  • Stroll around the halls of Azay le Rideau and take in the luxurious ceiling decorations in the castle.

  • Take a walk in the colorful garden surrounding the castles, and capture the magnificence of the structures.

  • Get a chance to see the royal quarters and get the ultimate lavish experience in the stunning castles.

from €31
€29.24

6% off

Chaumont-sur-Loire and another Loire Valley castle with gardens and visitors.
Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Royal Blois Castle exterior with visitors in courtyard, France.
Chambord Castle with visitors in a boat on the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau Castle with gardens in Loire Valley, featuring manicured lawns and blooming flowers.
Château de Chenonceau with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Royal Blois Castle interior with ornate bed and patterned walls.
Chambord Castle room interior with ornate tapestries, chandelier, and antique furniture.
Chenonceau Castle interior with ornate fireplace and classic paintings.
Chaumont-sur-Loire Castle exterior with gardens and visitors in France.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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.

More details

  • 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 €29
€27.55

5% 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.


Address
37150 Chenonceaux, France
Also known as
The Ladies' Castle
Year opened
1913
Founded by
Thomas Bohier and Katherine Briçonnet
Visitors per year
800000
Expected wait time - Standard
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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