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Villandry Castle room with Christmas decorations on fireplace and red drapes.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Dining room with ornate table setting inside Chateau de Villandry, France.
Elegant interior of Château of Villandry with antique furniture and floral decor.
Chateau de Villandry sitting room with ornate chairs, fireplace, and chandelier.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Aerial view of Château of Villandry Gardens' intricate geometric patterns in France.
Villandry Castle room with Christmas decorations on fireplace and red drapes.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Dining room with ornate table setting inside Chateau de Villandry, France.
Elegant interior of Château of Villandry with antique furniture and floral decor.
Chateau de Villandry sitting room with ornate chairs, fireplace, and chandelier.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Aerial view of Château of Villandry Gardens' intricate geometric patterns in France.
Villandry Castle room with Christmas decorations on fireplace and red drapes.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Dining room with ornate table setting inside Chateau de Villandry, France.
Elegant interior of Château of Villandry with antique furniture and floral decor.
Chateau de Villandry sitting room with ornate chairs, fireplace, and chandelier.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Aerial view of Château of Villandry Gardens' intricate geometric patterns in France.
Tickets
4.6(19)

Villandry Castle & Gardens Tickets

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€13
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Explore the Villandry Castle, which showcases the opulent lifestyle of the French nobility during the Renaissance period, and gain access to the gardens. Please find the map of the Loire Valley castles here.
  • The Villandry Castle was the last of the great Renaissance castles built along the Loire River, completed in 1536 by Jean Le Breton, Minister of Finance for Francis I.
  • Designed in the formal French style, the gardens are divided into formal, ornamental, and vegetable plots.
  • Walk through the maze, a unique labyrinth from the Renaissance era enclosed by hornbeam hedges.
  • Leisurely stroll through the small village of Villandry offering a peaceful ambiance and delightful cafes with views of the castle's gardens.
  • Explore the Villandry Castle, which showcases the opulent lifestyle of the French nobility during the Renaissance period, and gain access to the gardens. Please find the map of the Loire Valley castles here.
  • The Villandry Castle was the last of the great Renaissance castles built along the Loire River, completed in 1536 by Jean Le Breton, Minister of Finance for Francis I.
  • Designed in the formal French style, the gardens are divided into formal, ornamental, and vegetable plots.
  • Walk through the maze, a unique labyrinth from the Renaissance era enclosed by hornbeam hedges.
  • Leisurely stroll through the small village of Villandry offering a peaceful ambiance and delightful cafes with views of the castle's gardens.

Inclusions

  • Entry to Villandry Castle
  • Entry to the gardens
  • Tip: Climb up to the belvedere and soak in the panorama, spotting the unique Maltese, Languedoc, and Basque Cross designs.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 4 January, 2026.
  • These tickets are valid until 4 January, 2026.
Villandry Gardens with Château in background, featuring vibrant flowers and manicured hedges.
Ornamental Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and vibrant flowers.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Purple ornamental cabbages in Château of Villandry Gardens, France.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Château of Villandry facade with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Pumpkins and flowers in the gardens of Château de Villandry, France.
Villandry Gardens with Château in background, featuring vibrant flowers and manicured hedges.
Ornamental Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and vibrant flowers.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Purple ornamental cabbages in Château of Villandry Gardens, France.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Château of Villandry facade with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Pumpkins and flowers in the gardens of Château de Villandry, France.
Villandry Gardens with Château in background, featuring vibrant flowers and manicured hedges.
Ornamental Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and vibrant flowers.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Purple ornamental cabbages in Château of Villandry Gardens, France.
Kitchen garden with geometric hedges at Château of Villandry, France.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and central fountain.
Château of Villandry facade with gardens, Loire Valley, France.
Pumpkins and flowers in the gardens of Château de Villandry, France.
Tickets
4.8(28)

Villandry Castle Gardens-only Ticket

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€8
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • With your entry ticket, stroll through 6 hectares of meticulously designed gardens surrounding the renowned Villandry Castle.
  • Discover the Water Garden, featuring a central Louis XV-style mirror basin and picturesque pathways, restored to its 18th-century elegance.
  • Find your way through the Maze, and explore the Vegetable Garden, which demonstrates traditional French gardening techniques.
  • Swing by the Rose Garden, a delightful spot to admire a vast array of roses in full bloom and be treated to a riot of colors and intoxicating scents.
  • With your entry ticket, stroll through 6 hectares of meticulously designed gardens surrounding the renowned Villandry Castle.
  • Discover the Water Garden, featuring a central Louis XV-style mirror basin and picturesque pathways, restored to its 18th-century elegance.
  • Find your way through the Maze, and explore the Vegetable Garden, which demonstrates traditional French gardening techniques.
  • Swing by the Rose Garden, a delightful spot to admire a vast array of roses in full bloom and be treated to a riot of colors and intoxicating scents.

Inclusions

  • Entry to the Villandry gardens

Exclusions

  • Entry to Villandry Castle
  • Tip: While wandering is part of the fun, sticking to the designated paths will ensure you don't miss any hidden gems or important features.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
  • Discounted ticket rates apply to young guests aged 8–18 and students under 26 with valid student ID.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 4 January, 2026.
  • These tickets are valid until 4 January, 2026.
Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau with visitors walking on the path, surrounded by gardens and trees.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau with reflection in the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Visitors overlooking the intricate hedges of Chateau de Villandry gardens in France.
Aerial view of Chateau de Villandry gardens with intricate geometric patterns, France.
Villandry gardens with geometric flower beds and pathways, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau tour.
Villandry gardens with intricate hedges and flowers, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Vouvray tour.
Group enjoying a vineyard tour in Vouvray, France.
Woman walking through vineyard rows with a wicker bag.
Friends enjoying a white wine tasting experience indoors.
Wine bottles aging in a cellar during Vouvray wine tour.
Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau with visitors walking on the path, surrounded by gardens and trees.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau with reflection in the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Visitors overlooking the intricate hedges of Chateau de Villandry gardens in France.
Aerial view of Chateau de Villandry gardens with intricate geometric patterns, France.
Villandry gardens with geometric flower beds and pathways, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau tour.
Villandry gardens with intricate hedges and flowers, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Vouvray tour.
Group enjoying a vineyard tour in Vouvray, France.
Woman walking through vineyard rows with a wicker bag.
Friends enjoying a white wine tasting experience indoors.
Wine bottles aging in a cellar during Vouvray wine tour.
Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau with visitors walking on the path, surrounded by gardens and trees.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau with reflection in the surrounding moat, Loire Valley, France.
Visitors overlooking the intricate hedges of Chateau de Villandry gardens in France.
Aerial view of Chateau de Villandry gardens with intricate geometric patterns, France.
Villandry gardens with geometric flower beds and pathways, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau tour.
Villandry gardens with intricate hedges and flowers, part of the Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Vouvray tour.
Group enjoying a vineyard tour in Vouvray, France.
Woman walking through vineyard rows with a wicker bag.
Friends enjoying a white wine tasting experience indoors.
Wine bottles aging in a cellar during Vouvray wine tour.
Day Trips
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From Tours or Amboise: Villandry & Azay-le-Rideau Guided Tour + Wine tasting

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€179
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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9 hr
Guided tour
Transfers included
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION9 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minivan
Start point

2 starting points available

Tourist Office
1. Tourist Office
Amboise Tourist Office
2. Amboise Tourist Office
30 min by a/c minivan
25 km
Azay-le-Rideau

1. Azay-le-Rideau

Tickets included

Guided tour

16 min by a/c minivan
12.7 km
Villandry Castle

2. Villandry Castle

Tickets not included
60 min

Refreshment break, Sightseeing & Free time to explore

46 min by a/c minivan
55 km
Amboise

3. Amboise

Free Admission
30 min

Wine tasting

18 min by a/c minivan
16.4 km
Vouvray

4. Vouvray

Free Admission
75 min

Wine tasting & Guided tour

18 min by a/c minivan
16 km
End point

2 ending points available

Your ending point would be same as your start point

Three storybook castles by morning, vineyard-hopping by noon—all on a small-group guided day trip.

  • Starting point: Starts 9:30am from Tours or Amboise Tourist Office (select at booking). Arrive 15 min early; no hotel pickup.
  • Day out to 8-hour guided road trip by comfy minivan (max. 8 guests) to two fairytale châteaux and two Loire wine tastings with a local expert.
  • You’ll get: Guided tours with priority access at Azay-le-Rideau and Villandry gardens, 8+ wine tastings (white, rosé, red, sparkling), and insider tips on Loire terroir and tasting.
  • Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Set on an island in the Indre River, this early Renaissance gem wows with symmetry and stone reflections. Your guide shares stories of noble life and the château’s elegant spiral staircases.
  • Villandry Castle: The Loire’s last Renaissance castle is best known for its gardens. Stroll with your guide through floral mosaics, a Renaissance water garden, and a hedge maze made for wandering.
  • Wine tasting – Amboise: Taste reds, rosés, whites, and sparkling wines from Touraine-Amboise as your guide unpacks regional aromas and tasting techniques.
  • Vouvray winery: Visit the vineyard, fermentation room, and 10th-century cave cellars now aging Vouvray’s crisp whites and bubbly. Finish with a pro-led tasting session.
  • Upgrades: Pickup is available from Tours or Amboise—ideal bases for overnight stays. Tours offers museums and nightlife, while Amboise is quieter, tourist-friendly, and near three castles.

Three storybook castles by morning, vineyard-hopping by noon—all on a small-group guided day trip.

  • Starting point: Starts 9:30am from Tours or Amboise Tourist Office (select at booking). Arrive 15 min early; no hotel pickup.
  • Day out to 8-hour guided road trip by comfy minivan (max. 8 guests) to two fairytale châteaux and two Loire wine tastings with a local expert.
  • You’ll get: Guided tours with priority access at Azay-le-Rideau and Villandry gardens, 8+ wine tastings (white, rosé, red, sparkling), and insider tips on Loire terroir and tasting.
  • Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Set on an island in the Indre River, this early Renaissance gem wows with symmetry and stone reflections. Your guide shares stories of noble life and the château’s elegant spiral staircases.
  • Villandry Castle: The Loire’s last Renaissance castle is best known for its gardens. Stroll with your guide through floral mosaics, a Renaissance water garden, and a hedge maze made for wandering.
  • Wine tasting – Amboise: Taste reds, rosés, whites, and sparkling wines from Touraine-Amboise as your guide unpacks regional aromas and tasting techniques.
  • Vouvray winery: Visit the vineyard, fermentation room, and 10th-century cave cellars now aging Vouvray’s crisp whites and bubbly. Finish with a pro-led tasting session.
  • Upgrades: Pickup is available from Tours or Amboise—ideal bases for overnight stays. Tours offers museums and nightlife, while Amboise is quieter, tourist-friendly, and near three castles.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip transfers in a minivan
  • Small-group tour of 8
  • Guided tour of Azay-le-Rideau Castle
  • Entry ticket to Villandry Castle
  • Guided tour of the local winery at Vouvray
  • Wine tastings (8 glasses minimum)
  • Expert English-speaking guide

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Lunch/snacks
  • French-speaking guide
  • The tour is only available in English.
  • Pregnant guests and those with limited mobility are advised not to join due to uneven terrain and cave access.
  • This tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old due to safety and transport regulations.
  • Large suitcases are not allowed on the minivan.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • All participants, including infants and pets, must be declared and ticketed in advance—no additions can be made on the day.
  • Wine tastings are reserved for guests aged 18 and over; valid ID may be required.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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