Landmarks

Chenonceau Castle & Gardens Tickets

4.8/5(7,504)

Maria M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The castle is a gem that, like Narcissus, gazes at its reflection in the water, surrounded by the colors of its gardens. The kitchens are gorgeous and make you feel like you've stepped back in time. A real gem worth visiting.

Joyce D

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

This place is as billed. special. The entry was easy. The parking free. The building and grounds well maintained. For flower lovers , the outside gardens were lovely but the flowers highlight were the original , highly artistic ,fresh arrangements , that dressed every room. They themselves were spectacular . The history of the chateau was also well laid out . Would highly recommend .

Soulie M

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

A chateau that spans the Cher from one bank to the other... This is the main feature of this chateau. Surrounded by very flowery gardens, you constantly want to press the shutter button to take just one more photo... The sky was blue, dotted with small white clouds that made the chateau stand out even more...

Andre B

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The Chateaux Chenoncaux is truly a very special look into an ancient time of French nobility. The ambience is so delightfully soothing and engaging. The gardens and surrounding grounds are beautiful and relaxing. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit and would heartily recommend a visit to this enchanting estate.

Huzefa I

Family

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The place is a must visit when in Ambrose. It is very well kept and the staff were very corporative. The exhibition were informative and the gardens are kept in the pristine condition The only issue was there was no running water outside the chateau grounds.

Janice Y

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

There was no line at our arrival time. We purchased tickets easily online on the day of our visit. The gardens were lovely. Beautiful flowers inside and out. Appreciated English version of information. The booklet explaining each room was very informative.

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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What our guests say
Maria M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The castle is a gem that, like Narcissus, gazes at its reflection in the water, surrounded by the colors of its gardens. The kitchens are gorgeous and make you feel like you've stepped back in time. A real gem worth visiting.
Dolores M
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The castles are gorgeous, especially Chenonceau. Chambord is so big that it feels chaotic at times. The staircase is spectacular.
Branchereau R
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Convenient! But stressful because you don't get the tickets immediately!
Lupu I
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was a fantastic experience, a really huge castle
Salvador M
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2026
At Chenonceau, you have to pay from the age of 7.

Your experience

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.

Know before you go

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).