Experience the best of Loire Valley

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...

+Wonderful zoo. Well laid out. Incredible variety of animals, birds and reptiles. Lots of seating and shade. Arrived at 8.30, parking easy and close to entrance. -Would benefit from water refill stations. Sea lion show not worth the effort/time out of the day (had to get there an hour early to get a seat, in full sun, 5min show dragged out for 20mins). Need more staff to keep people from stepping over barriers (almost every photo I took of hippos included the same child with his face pressed against the glass)

Great shows, full of surprises. If you want to wacht them all, you need surely 2 days. Shows nr1 to nr 8 are the bigger ones you do not want to miss. Bring some food and drink along, enjoy them while waiting for the show, if you like me, want to wacht the most of them, you have really no time to eat and drink in the restaurants.

In addition to the magnificent shows, the stunning sets, and the breathtaking effects, the venue is very clean and the staff is very friendly. We noticed that despite the heat during our visit, the huge number of visitors, and the fact that we sometimes had to wait in direct sunlight, the atmosphere remained calm and courteous—no one got upset or annoyed.

Loved this castle. The history was important, relevant and you were able to follow it, see it and feel it. The castle visit was very well organized. Additionally and personally I thought this castle was more elegant, cozy and full of relatable history. My favorite

The staff at the entrance are very friendly. Be prepared to climb a few steps, but the view from the city walls is absolutely stunning. Inside, the tapestry room is extraordinary, with scenes and symbols worth examining in detail—ideally with a guide who can provide explanations. There’s also a small courtyard with a spot that serves excellent, refreshing handmade juices and much more.

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.