Château d’Amboise Tours and Tickets

Q: What is the Château d’Amboise famous for?

The Château d’Amboise was a popular residence of the French kings during the Renaissance era, most notably King François, and is part of the Loire Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fairy tale–esque château is the resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, who is buried in the Saint Hubert chapel.

Q: What are the opening hours of the Château d’Amboise?

The Château d’Amboise is open daily year-round, except for December 25 and January 1. During the peak months of July and August, it’s typically open from 9am–7pm, and the closing times vary throughout the rest of the year. In winter (November–February), the château closes for 1.5 hours over lunch.

Q: Can I take guided tours of the Château d’Amboise?

Yes. The château offers regular 1-hour guided tours in French that can be joined on arrival, depending on availability. However, most international visitors opt for a self-guided visit, which includes interactive “Histopad” iPad tours. These guides include two options (45-minute and 1.5-hour) and are available in 12 different languages.

Q: Is the Château d’Amboise wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Château d’Amboise is accessible for wheelchair users. However, the historic building does not have elevators, so visits are limited to the ground floor and grounds. A private entrance is provided for visitors with disability documentation, allowing access to the château terrace parking area. Accessible restrooms also are available.

Q: What events or festivals take place at Château d’Amboise throughout the year?

As with many Loire Valley châteaus, the Château d’Amboise hosts its popular son et lumière (Sound and Light Night) shows on select evenings in July and August, with themes changing each year. The château also hosts temporary exhibitions, historical reenactments, and holiday-themed tours and events throughout the year.

Q: Are there any famous historical figures associated with Château d’Amboise?

Yes. French King François I spent time at the Château d’Amboise and is credited with its 16th-century design, while Louis Philippe I was responsible for its 19th-century additions. The château also was popular with Queen Anne de Bretagne and with Leonardo de Vinci, who is buried in the chapel.

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Only way to see Loire Valley in a day.

Wonderful itinerary and overall great experience. Our driver was so nice, the vehicle was roomy, the destinations were amazing, and the knowledge our guide had was the perfect amount of info for the duration we had at each castle. Not too much or too in depth, but plenty of facts and things to point out. I highly recommend this tour if you want to experience the Loire Valley in a day without a tour bus and 50 other people. This was perfect.

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Our guide was also our driver so he was with us the entire day. We really enjoyed this tour as it capped off a great week of exploring Paris and surrounding areas.

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