Today
Open 09:00–19:00
Jul 8 TO Aug 25 Timings Days (Jul 8 TO Aug 25) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Tuesday (Today) | 09:00–19:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–19:00 |
Aug 26 TO Sep 29 Timings Days (Aug 26 TO Sep 29) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–18:00 |
Sep 30 TO Nov 3 Timings Days (Sep 30 TO Nov 3) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00–17:30 |
Nov 4 TO Nov 8 Timings Days (Nov 4 TO Nov 8) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Friday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30–16:30 | 03:00 |
Nov 9 TO Nov 11 Timings Days (Nov 9 TO Nov 11) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00–17:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00–17:30 |
Nov 12 TO Dec 6 Timings Days (Nov 12 TO Dec 6) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30–16:30 |
Dec 7 TO Dec 8 Timings Days (Dec 7 TO Dec 8) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30–17:00 |
Dec 9 TO Dec 13 Timings Days (Dec 9 TO Dec 13) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30–16:30 |
Dec 14 TO Dec 15 Timings Days (Dec 14 TO Dec 15) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30–17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30–17:00 |
Dec 16 TO Dec 20 Timings Days (Dec 16 TO Dec 20) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30–16:30 |
Dec 21 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Dec 21 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Friday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30–18:00 |
Jan 1 TO Jan 7 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Jan 7) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Friday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30–18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30–18:00 |
Jan 8 TO Apr 5 Timings Days (Jan 8 TO Apr 5) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30–16:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30–16:30 |
Apr 6 TO Jul 7 Timings Days (Apr 6 TO Jul 7) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–18:00 |
Open on public holidays from:
9am–7pm on Easter (March 30–31 and April 1), May 1, May 8–12 (Ascension), and May 18–20 (Pentecost).
Weekdays generally offer a more relaxed visit with fewer crowds, especially outside of school summer holidays (July–September).
Recommended time of visit: Arrive within an hour of opening time (within 10:30am max) or after 3pm.
Weekends tend to attract more visitors, a mix of locals and tourists, leading to increased foot traffic and longer wait times—cut this short by booking your skip-the-line tickets online.
Recommended time of your visit: Arrive before noon; noon-3pm will be packed.
The peak season falls between July and August and the castle attracts a large influx of visitors. To manage it, an automated system allows only 100 visitors every 15 minutes. Expect longer wait time—cut this short by booking your skip-the-line tickets online. With so much footfall, the castle stays open longer, until 8pm.
Visiting during the low season, from November–March, offers a quieter experience–fewer crowds. However, the gardens are one of the most-visited sections of the castle. During these months, the castle closes earlier at 5pm.
A typical visit lasts between 2.5–3 hours. This duration allows for a complete tour of interiors, including the royal apartments and historical exhibits, as well as time to explore the Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de’ Medici gardens. Visitors often find that this timeframe provides a thorough yet unhurried experience, making it suitable for most guests.
The last admission is 30 minutes before closing time (as per season).
Yes, 2 hours is enough for a self-guided visit of the castle and a quick stroll through the gardens, though you might want longer to soak it all in.
Set aside at least 5 to 6 hours in total—about 2–3 hours for each castle, including time for travel and breaks. Simplify your visit by booking round-trip transfer tickets which take care of the logistics.
No, access to the gardens is only possible during the castle’s official opening hours.
Yes, hours vary seasonally, with longer opening times in spring and summer—always check the schedule before visiting.
