Loire Valley Castles

Explore Chambord, the Loire Valley’s largest and grandest château.

See over 60 lavish rooms, the iconic double-helix staircase, rooftop terraces, and a vaulted chapel.

Learn about the château’s royal symbolism and history with a free visitor guide and a multilingual film.

Wander through 16 acres of beautifully restored formal French gardens at your own pace.

Enhance your visit with a Histopad—explore the château through 3D re-creations, immersive audio tours, and interactive treasure hunts.

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.

Visit the Amboise Royal Castle, a magnificent palace on the banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage river.

Discover the latest HistoPad technology with 3D reconstructions of the Logis and learn about the castle's history as well as the lives of royalty that once called it home.

Admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the castle, as well as an extensive collection of furniture representing the pinnacle of French luxury.

You also get to visit the tomb of Leonarda da Vinci in the castle's chapel.

Did you know? The Amboise Royal Castle is linked to King Charles VIII. He was born there in 1470 and died there in 1498 after hitting his head on the top of a door of a gallery of the castle.

Visit up to 3 castles where Leonardo da Vinci left a mark: the Chambord, Clos Lucé, and Royal d'Amboise!

Choose the Chambord ticket option to admire the double helix staircase that was inspired by Leonardo da Vinci.

It allows you to go up one side without meeting someone descending from the other side!

Château du Clos Lucé is most popularly known for being Leonardo da Vinci’s last home.

See here art and sculptures, as well as a wide display of the Italian maestro’s best inventions.

At Royal d'Amboise, pay your respects to the castle's chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci lies to rest.

Grab this 3-in-1 combo ticket and visit 3 stunning castles - Chambord, Chaumont Sur Loire and Blois.

Marvel at the double helix staircase and the 60 royal rooms in Chambord.

Capture the magnificence of Chambord from its surrounding delightful gardens.

Admire the 10th-century architecture of Domaine du Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire.

Stroll around its nature center, the International Green Festival, and admire the rich flora of the region.

Visit Blois castle and learn about its fascinating history spanning 4 different eras leading to different architectural styles.

Take a look around its Fine Arts Museum and appreciate over 300 stunning artworks.

Discover the 3 historical and architectural symbols of La Rochelle.

Explore Tour Saint Nicolas, a formidable military tower and witness the oldest Tour de la Chaine, named for the huge chain, connecting to Saint Nicolas.

Visit Tour de la Lanterne, the oldest standing lighthouse on the Atlantic coast and enjoy panoramic views of the city, the harbor, and the islands.

You can choose to indulge in a 1-hour tour of each tower (conducted in French).

Get a handy information booklet available in seven languages.