Book Château de Villandry

• 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 3 January, 2027.
• These tickets are valid until 3 January, 2027.

• 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 3 January, 2027.
• These tickets are valid until 3 January, 2027.

• Get to visit 3 Loire Valley Castles with this super saver combo offer that gives you access to the Royal Blois Castle and any 2 castles among Chambord, Chenonceau, Chaumont sur-Loire, and Villandry. Please find the map of the Loire Valley castles here.
• Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.
• Take in the magnificent architecture, the exquisite French gardens, and the cleverly designed double-helix staircase, of the Chambord Castle, which was modeled after Leonardo da Vinci.
• Visit Chenonceau, also known as “Ladies’ Château” and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and stroll the extensive royal gardens located alongside the Cher River.
• Last, but not least, visit the Royal Blois Castle to marvel at its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles, and visit the Villandry Castle boasting a unique quadrangular layout.

Inclusions

Royal Blois Castle

• Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Blois Castle

Chambord Castle

• Skip-the-line entry to the Chambord Castle
• Access to the castle and gardens
• Access to the temporary exhibitions

Chenonceau Castle

• Skip-the-line entry to the Chenonceau Castle

Chaumont sur-Loire

• Skip-the-line entry to Chaumont sur-Loire

Villandry Castle

• Entry to Villandry Castle
• Entry to the gardens

Royal Blois Castle

• Tip: Located closeby to the Chambord Castle, explore the Royal Blois Castle and then head on to explore the other Loire Valley castles nearby.

Chambord and Chenonceau Castle

• Tip: In order to make the most of the castle and its gardens, we recommend that you visit the Chenonceau Castle\ in April, May, June, or September.
• Please note that only the ground floor of Chambord is accessible to wheelchair users, who enjoy free admission.
• Since this is a historic site, certain regions may be closed for access due to maintenance or renovation.
• It is allowed to bring dogs on a leash in the park, but not in the castle enclosure, the French gardens, and the Stables.
• Guide dogs may access the entire premises.
• Chenonceau Castle is wheelchair accessible.

Chaumont sur-Loire and Villandry Castle

• Tip: During the summer you can take a boat ride along the Loire River in the Chaumont sur-Loire village in a traditional river sailboat.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

• These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 1 November, 2026.
• These tickets are valid until 1 November, 2026.