Landmarks

Chambord Castle & Gardens Tickets

4.2/5(5,435)

Thomann M

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

The staff was very friendly and mostly young, which my girlfriend and I really appreciated. The check-in went very smoothly. The meal and the breakfast were good. I highly recommend it!

Monica H

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

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.

Schön L

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The bike parking is good, near the entrance. The castle is magnificent and very interesting, especially with the audio guide and the videos you can watch by entering the code at the historical stations. All the rooms are described in detail. The tour with Headout went smoothly. The online tickets work.

Khaouis A

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The castle gardens are magnificent and offer lovely spots for picnics and naps. The castle is beautiful, and the staircase is impressive. There isn't much furniture, but the view of the gardens from the terraces is breathtaking.

Dragos D

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The Chennenceaux and Chambord Castle are amazing. The details, the workmanship, the horse show, the size and the helpful staff are all noteworthy. We had a wonderful time. Do not forget to rent your tablets expecially if you have kids with you.

E C

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

This was my first time visiting this magnificent place... Chambord is a magical place 🧙 despite a severe drought this year, which has unfortunately left the gardens looking a bit barren... It was a unique experience, thanks to the kind and attentive staff...

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
Marie-claire F
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A very beautiful castle, though the grounds are in poor condition due to the current drought, and there aren’t enough benches in the park to rest on. Picnics are allowed, but I didn’t see any trash cans, so be sure to take your trash with you when you leave. The price, including paid parking (€21 + €8), is a bit expensive.
Dragos D
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Chennenceaux and Chambord Castle are amazing. The details, the workmanship, the horse show, the size and the helpful staff are all noteworthy. We had a wonderful time. Do not forget to rent your tablets expecially if you have kids with you.
E C
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This was my first time visiting this magnificent place... Chambord is a magical place 🧙 despite a severe drought this year, which has unfortunately left the gardens looking a bit barren... It was a unique experience, thanks to the kind and attentive staff...
Monica H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
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.
Schön L
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The bike parking is good, near the entrance. The castle is magnificent and very interesting, especially with the audio guide and the videos you can watch by entering the code at the historical stations. All the rooms are described in detail. The tour with Headout went smoothly. The online tickets work.

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.