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.

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.

With this ticket, explore the Villandry Castle in the Loire Valley, followed by a leisurely walk through the stunning gardens.

Walk in the footsteps of royalty at Villandry Castle as you explore the Great Hall, the dining room, the period-appropriate bedrooms, and the chapel.

Find yourself surrounded by the central keep, encircled by four impressive wings, creating a unique quadrangular layout.

Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.

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.

Grab this with this wallet-friendly combo ticket and get access to up to 7 French royal castles in the Loire Valley.

Capture the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of Royal Castle of Amboise and Chenonceau Castle.

Get access to the French gardens at Château of Azay-le-Rideau and Château of Chambord.

Admire artworks by Old Masters in the Fine Arts Museum at Blois Castle.

Visit the famed last home of Leonardo da Vinci - Château du Clos Lucé.

Choose whether you want to visit 2, 3, 4, or 7 of these regal French castles.

Explore the heart of Angers Castle and discover the gardens, moat, drawbridge, courtyard, and chapel.

See the legendary Apocalypse Tapestry, the largest woven work in medieval history.

Walk around the ramparts for romantic views of the entire city.