Landmarks

Chambord Castle & Gardens Tickets

Name: Chambord Castle & Gardens Tickets
Start: 2026-09-25T09:00:00
End: 2026-09-25T18:00:00
Location: Château de Chambord

4.2/5(5,508)

Martine B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Easy-to-use interface, ticket price matches the standard public price, and tickets are valid until 2018 (incredible!). No time slot restrictions for the visit, unlike what is required on the official Château de Chambord website.

Appelghem J

Couple

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3 days ago

Magnificent castle, a unique experience. We are left amazed by so much beauty. François I definitely brought back from Italy what is called the Renaissance style, and his talents as an architect did the rest!

Christiane R

Couple

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5 days ago

A really beautiful place with impressive architecture and history. The short film at the beginning prepared us very well for the premises and the historical background. Highly recommended!

Soulie M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The château is majestic. The roofs with the towers and chimneys are impressive. The central double helix staircase is a key part of the visit... For me, it's the most beautiful château in France...

Jérémy H

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

We went to explore the Château de Chambord with my girlfriend and we simply loved it—the exterior of the castle, its gardens, and then the interior, which is also magnificent.

Zamy M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Grandiose, sublime. A true moment of happiness to visit this castle. We chose the essential guided tour with a knowledgeable and passionate guide. I recommend it!!!

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.

Direct entry (security check is a must)

Access to the gardens

Access to temporary exhibitions

Multilingual visitor's guide

HistoPad (as per option selected)

Guided tours

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 14 Aug, 2027.

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What our guests say
Jérémy H
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
We went to explore the Château de Chambord with my girlfriend and we simply loved it—the exterior of the castle, its gardens, and then the interior, which is also magnificent.
Monica H
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
The castle is impressive; you can tour it in 3–4 hours. The introductory video is particularly noteworthy, as it explains the castle’s history under the patronage of King Francis I, a great hunter and architecture enthusiast. Also worth noting is the collection of buttons featuring animal motifs, as the king was passionate about hunting. The staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci is impressive.
Bichard M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The restrooms weren't clean, not worthy of a prestigious venue. And when I paid for parking there was no problem, but when I left, I blocked the exit and all the cars got backed up behind us. Panic set in as the other drivers were getting impatient. Otherwise, the castle was magnificent. Good memories.
Martine B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Easy-to-use interface, ticket price matches the standard public price, and tickets are valid until 2018 (incredible!). No time slot restrictions for the visit, unlike what is required on the official Château de Chambord website.
Carlos A
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Chambord is one of the castles you can't miss if you visit the Loire Valley. The interior is vast, and you can gain a better understanding of its history, life inside the castle, and the various kings who lived there.

Step into Chambord, a masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture. Explore its grand halls, marvel at its intricate towers, and walk through its sprawling parkland.

Getting started

Arrive at the Chambord Castle and head straight to the entrance after security checks. Your ticket skips the long ticket office lines but note that standard security screenings still apply. Have your ID ready for validation, then pick up a free visitor’s guide or watch a 20-minute film to set the scene for your visit.

What to expect

Chambord is the Loire Valley’s largest chateau, built by François I as a symbol of power and heavily inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s vision.

Features

Double-helix staircase – A genius design where two people can use the staircase without ever crossing paths.

400 rooms, 365 fireplaces, 80+ staircases – A grand display of opulence and royal ambition.

Panoramic terraces – Stunning views of the chateau’s architecture and the vast park.

5,000-hectare park – One of Europe’s largest enclosed forests, home to diverse wildlife.

Temporary exhibitions – Access to rotating cultural displays is included in your ticket.

Accessibility

The ground floor is accessible to people with limited mobility. However, there is no elevator serving the first and second floors.

Guide dogs are allowed through the entire estate.

Additional information

There is low connectivity within the castle; download your tickets in advance.

Pets are not allowed inside the castle, gardens, and stables; they are in the park, on a leash.

Since this is a historic site, certain rooms are exceptionally closed to visitors.

Autumns and winters are exceptionally cold inside the castle. Plan accordingly.

Entrance to the castle and gardens is free for:

Children under 18 years old with family accompanied by an adult on an individual visit (on presentation of proof of identity).

European Union nationals under 26 years of age on an individual visit (on presentation of an identity document and a European Union residence permit)

For organized groups, admission is free from November to February for 6-17 year olds and 18-25 year olds from the European Union. From March to October, a reservation fee of €3 per person applies for these two categories.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.