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Interesting tour, pleasant park to visit. It's a pity that the guided tour is extra, it would have been a plus for understanding the visit to the chateau. But we made do with the very well-done guidebook. In any case, a visit worth making.
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and entry to the temporary exhibitions
The guide(s) and bus driver were all great! Chambord was absolutely stunning, though the castle itself is mostly empty, with the exceptions of faux deer heads representing the history and hunting prowess of Francis I, modern art installations, and a reproduction of the theater; it allows you to focus on the building itself. Amboise was very cool, much smaller and more homey, with more in the way of historical storytelling in the exhibits compared to Chambord, and some exceptional views of the Loire; but the town might be even better than the castle. You won't be bored if you skip the castle tour. Personally, Orléans was the only part I could have done without. The Orleans visit focused on two sites: the Cathedral, and "home" of Jeanne d'Arc. While I thought the message of the visit was on point, it also felt overwhelming and rushed after such a long day. Photos are all from Chambord
Amboise Castle was impressive. The chapel was beautiful as well. The garden was well manicured and a perfect place for a picnic.
The film explaining the history of the château, the explanatory panels in all the rooms, the exhibition of paintings and the temporary exhibition of the Japanese artist
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This place is perfect for people who are interested in the history of French aristocracy.
Easy booking and date selection
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No waiting time thanks to queue cutters Simple and efficient Magnificent castles
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See the room where Leonardo spent his final years! The room is furnished to reflect the French Renaissance period and offers an intimate look at his personal space.
Explore where Leonardo worked on his inventions and art. The studio is filled with sketches, models, and replicas of his works.
This room showcases various aspects of Leonardo’s role as a counselor to King Francis I. It includes documents and artifacts from his time in France.
See life-sized and smaller models of Leonardo’s inventions, including flying machines, bridges, and military devices. These models are based on his original sketches and designs.
A large park area where visitors can interact with giant models of Leonardo’s inventions. These full-scale models allow visitors to see and understand the mechanics behind his designs.
A serene area featuring water-related inventions by Leonardo. This part of the park showcases his designs for water mills, pumps, and other hydraulic devices.
Opening hours:
Closed: December 25 and January 1
Best time to visit: Plan your visit to the Château du Clos Lucé during weekday mornings, just after it opens or before it closes.
Getting here
Address: 2 Rue du Clos Lucé, 37400 Amboise, France
Budget: Hôtel Bellevue (680 m), ibis budget Amboise (1.4 km), Restaurant La Bonne Étape (2 km).
Mid-range: Hôtel Particulier Le Pavillon Des Lys (620 m), Hôtel Restaurant Le Clos d'Amboise (620 m), Le Clos de l'Hermitage (760 m).
Luxury: Hôtel Le Manoir Les Minimes (600 m), Château de Pray (2.4 km), Château de Noizay (7.7 km).
Visit Loire Valley CastlesEntry to the castle is not free on special days such as European Heritage Month or the first Sundays of certain months. However, children under the age of 6 enjoy free entry to the attraction throughout the year.
To avoid crowds, plan your visit to the castle during weekday mornings or before closing.
You can expect to spend at least 3-3.5 hours at the attraction.
Private guided tours are available at the attraction. The tours take place thrice a day and vary from month to month. In January and February, the guided tour timings are 11:30pm, 2:30pm and 4pm. From March to October, the timings are 11:30pm, 2:30pm and 4:15pm and in November and December, the timings are 11:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:45pm.
Though audio guides are unavailable, you can buy the visitors’ guidebook from the ticket office for free before starting your visit. The guidebook is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and German.
For the convenience of guests with disabilities, the attraction has adapted toilets with adapted washbasins. Only the castle’s ground floor, basement, and park are accessible for wheelchair users.