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The Blois Castle situated in Loire Valley, has a rich history and magnificent interior. Explore ancient French monarchy and their architecture.
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Slide 1 of 11, Royal Blois Castle facade with visitors entering through the main entrance.
Royal Blois Castle facade with visitors entering through the main entrance.
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  • Gain entrance to the Blois RoyalCastle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles.

  • Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.

  • Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.

  • Upgrade to include the ticket for the mesmerizing sound and light show at the castle's courtyard every evening, complete with an audio guide.

  • Fun fact: The Blois Royal Castle has a great royal history from Louis XII who built the oldest part of the castle to Francois I who added the Renaissance wing with the unique open circular staircase.

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  • Gain entrance to the Blois RoyalCastle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles.

  • Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.

  • Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.

  • Upgrade to include the ticket for the mesmerizing sound and light show at the castle's courtyard every evening, complete with an audio guide.

  • Fun fact: The Blois Royal Castle has a great royal history from Louis XII who built the oldest part of the castle to Francois I who added the Renaissance wing with the unique open circular staircase.

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Slide 1 of 12, Sound and Light Show at Royal Château of Blois with illuminated historic scenes.
Sound and Light Show at Royal Château of Blois with illuminated historic scenes.
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  • Witness an outdoor light and sound spectacle in the medieval courtyard beneath the stars at the venerable Royal Blois Castle, dating back to 854.

  • With skip-the-line entry to the palace, step into the Residence of French Kings, Including Louis XII and Francis I.

  • Delight as monumental projections and special effects unveil historical events like Catherine de’ Medici's reign and love stories.

  • Learn about "The Story of Blois" and marvel at the narration by renowned French actors in a unique 360° show, complemented by an audio guide in 10 languages.

  • Fun fact: The castle is famous for hosting Joan of Arc in 1429, where the Archbishop of Reims blessed her before leading the French army to victory against the English.

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  • Witness an outdoor light and sound spectacle in the medieval courtyard beneath the stars at the venerable Royal Blois Castle, dating back to 854.

  • With skip-the-line entry to the palace, step into the Residence of French Kings, Including Louis XII and Francis I.

  • Delight as monumental projections and special effects unveil historical events like Catherine de’ Medici's reign and love stories.

  • Learn about "The Story of Blois" and marvel at the narration by renowned French actors in a unique 360° show, complemented by an audio guide in 10 languages.

  • Fun fact: The castle is famous for hosting Joan of Arc in 1429, where the Archbishop of Reims blessed her before leading the French army to victory against the English.

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Slide 1 of 10, Royal Blois Castle courtyard with ornate architecture and blue sky.
Royal Blois Castle courtyard with ornate architecture and blue sky.
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  • Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.

  • Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

  • Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.

  • Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).

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  • Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.

  • Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

  • Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.

  • Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).

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Royal Blois Castle exterior with Gothic and Renaissance architecture, France.
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  • Skip the long lines and enter the Royal Blois Castle and prepare to be amazed when you step onto the magnificent courtyard, surrounded by four buildings from 4 different eras.

  • Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing more than 300 remarkable artworks, including works by the famous artists Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Peter Paul Rubens, and Francois Boucher.

  • Explore more than 60 rooms at Chambord Castle and take in Chenonceau Castle's late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.

  • Take a stroll through Chaumont sur-Loire's traditional gardens, which feature plantings from China, Korea, and Africa; or visit the Villandry Castle and take in its elaborate patterns, serene Sun Garden, and geometrically precise Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

  • Did you know? The Royal Blois Castle is the only castle to be proud to have hosted no fewer than 10 queens and 7 kings of France.

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  • Skip the long lines and enter the Royal Blois Castle and prepare to be amazed when you step onto the magnificent courtyard, surrounded by four buildings from 4 different eras.

  • Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing more than 300 remarkable artworks, including works by the famous artists Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Peter Paul Rubens, and Francois Boucher.

  • Explore more than 60 rooms at Chambord Castle and take in Chenonceau Castle's late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.

  • Take a stroll through Chaumont sur-Loire's traditional gardens, which feature plantings from China, Korea, and Africa; or visit the Villandry Castle and take in its elaborate patterns, serene Sun Garden, and geometrically precise Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

  • Did you know? The Royal Blois Castle is the only castle to be proud to have hosted no fewer than 10 queens and 7 kings of France.

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Slide 1 of 12, Chaumont-sur-Loire and another Loire Valley castle with gardens and visitors.
Chaumont-sur-Loire and another Loire Valley castle with gardens and visitors.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Amboise Royal Castle with gardens and river view in France.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Slide 1 of 11, Chambord and Chenonceau castles in Loire Valley, France, showcasing architecture and gardens.
Chambord and Chenonceau castles in Loire Valley, France, showcasing architecture and gardens.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Slide 1 of 11, Chenonceau and Chambord castles with gardens and visitors in Loire Valley, France.
Chenonceau and Chambord castles with gardens and visitors in Loire Valley, France.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire Castle with visitors, Loire Valley, skip-the-line tickets available.
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  • Known for its stunning gardens and annual International Garden Festival, Chaumont-sur-Loire is the third most-visited castle in the Loire Valley.

  • Skip waiting at the ticket line (save up to 30 minutes) and head directly inside the medieval castle to explore the perennial gardens, the council chamber, and the panoramic views of the Loire River.

  • The ticket grants you access to the annual garden festival (Apr-Nov), which welcomes global landscape designers and artists to design 30 magnificent gardens based on the year's theme.

  • The castle hosts world-class exhibitions of contemporary art at the on-site Art and Nature Center—a visit is recommended if art interests you.

  • Wrap up your visit with a stroll through the gardens and take in the castle’s striking architecture, featuring cylindrical towers and a classic drawbridge—true medieval charm.

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  • Known for its stunning gardens and annual International Garden Festival, Chaumont-sur-Loire is the third most-visited castle in the Loire Valley.

  • Skip waiting at the ticket line (save up to 30 minutes) and head directly inside the medieval castle to explore the perennial gardens, the council chamber, and the panoramic views of the Loire River.

  • The ticket grants you access to the annual garden festival (Apr-Nov), which welcomes global landscape designers and artists to design 30 magnificent gardens based on the year's theme.

  • The castle hosts world-class exhibitions of contemporary art at the on-site Art and Nature Center—a visit is recommended if art interests you.

  • Wrap up your visit with a stroll through the gardens and take in the castle’s striking architecture, featuring cylindrical towers and a classic drawbridge—true medieval charm.

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Plan your visit

Château Royal de Blois

Monday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Tuesday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Wednesday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Thursday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Friday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Saturday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
Sunday9:00am–6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm

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What our guests say

Nijs G

Couple
2 weeks ago

+2 more

Booking was very easy. That way, we were able to get inside quickly, without any waiting time. A remarkable castle with lots of rooms to see, all beautifully decorated as well—a truly wonderful experience.

Combo: Chambord + Royal Blois Castle Tickets

Jose L

Spain
Couple
3 weeks ago
We really liked it, both because of its size and how well-kept everything is. It was a very good experience. The staff were very friendly, especially the young guy at the bar.

Combo: Chambord + Royal Blois Castle Tickets

Jean C

France
Couple
2 weeks ago
A very beautiful château surrounded by water with the Loire. Magnificent garden despite the month of September. Very well-maintained. Magnificent.

Combo: Chenonceau Castle + Royal Blois Castle Tickets

Andre B

Solo
3 weeks ago
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.

Combo: Chenonceau Castle + Royal Blois Castle Tickets

Clara V

Italy
Couple
May 2026
I visited many castles during my trip to the Loire Valley, but I particularly liked the ones in Villandry. They have beautifully decorated interiors that are truly fascinating.

Royal Blois Castle + 1 Loire Valley Castle Combo

Inna V

Couple
2 days ago
Blois Castle showcases many events in the history of this castle, while Chambord Castle fascinates with its extraordinary architecture.

Blois Royal Castle & Gardens Tickets

Debi U

United States
Couple
6 days ago
Loved the chateau and all the rooms. It was great to see displays in so many rooms which helped make it come alive. It would have been fun to see some mention of the Chambord liquor made in the town of Chambord somewhere near the exit of the chateau

Combo: Chambord + Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire + Royal Blois Castle Tickets

Debi U

United States
Couple
Last week
The home is quite small compared to so many chateaux in France but this was enjoyable. My favorite- especially with all of the works and art by Leonardo de Vinci everywhere. The park was amazing. Definitely a must see!

Clos Lucé Castle & Da Vinci Park Tickets

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