Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux
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Montreux, Switzerland
- 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Check out Château de Chillon with this entrance ticket to the lakeside Swiss fortress in Montreux. Just book online to save time when you enter, then spend as long as you like inside, exploring extravagant rooms that were built for the House of Savoy. Learn about the castle from onsite information and an included brochure as you stroll around the famous fortress at leisure.
- Waste no time at Château de Chillon with a prebooked admission ticket
- Step into the world of the Dukes of Savoy as you explore the fortress
- Stay as long as you like and browse the castle’s rooms at your own pace
- Choose from a costumed tour guide, an audio guide, or explore on your own
What's Included
- Explanatory brochure available for individual visitors in the following languages: Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
- Public transport and parking availalbe nearby
- Rest area with automatic beverage distributors inside the castle
- Snack bar and picnic area outside
- Café Byron (breakfast, lunch, coffee break) available in front of the castle
- Audioguide
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
- 04/01/2026 - 06/30/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- 07/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- 04/01/2027 - 06/30/2027
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- 07/01/2027 - 08/31/2027
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Departure Point
- Chateau de Chillon, Avenue de Chillon, 21, Veytaux 1820 Switzerland
What To Expect
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Chateau de Chillon
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Café Byron, perfect place for a tasty pit-stop at 50m
- The castle is NOT adapted for wheelchairs. However, 2 audiovisual terminals with 8 short-films about the castle's history are at disposal of the less mobile visitors in the cafeteria.
- Baby-changing table available.
- Near public transportation
- Strollers prohibited : to visit the castle, please leave your stroller in the cafeteria (unsupervised) and prefer baby-carriers.
- Limited number of berths in front of the castle for private vessels. (depth of water shallow).
- Pets are not admitted in the Castle. However, places are reserved for them at the entrance .
- Dress code required by our regulations: entry refused to anyone who arrives topless, in bathing suits and/or bare feet.
- Public Baggage lockers
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 324 reviews
Lauren_R, Apr 2026
I would give this experience 10 stars if I could. Visiting Château de Chillon was truly one of the highlights of my time in Montreux — beautifully preserved, deeply historical, and so thoughtfully presented.
I went on a Saturday afternoon (April 18) and was pleasantly surprised that there was no real wait. It was busy, but the entry process was smooth and efficient. I purchased my ticket through Viator, and the staff member who checked me in — even though it was her first day — was absolutely lovely. Everyone I encountered was warm, professional, and welcoming.
Once inside, the experience is self‑paced, and I highly recommend adding the audio guide for just 6 CHF. It’s incredibly well done and brings the castle’s history to life — medieval daily life, the Dukes of Savoy, the architecture, the prison, the great halls, and the defensive structures. You learn so much without ever feeling overwhelmed.
The castle itself is stunning. There are over 40 rooms, and you’ll navigate narrow stairways, uneven stone floors, and tight corridors — all part of the authentic medieval experience. Because of this, I’d recommend it for adults, teens, and older children (around 12+). It’s not ideal for strollers or very young kids, and elderly visitors should be mindful of the steps and surfaces. Comfortable shoes are a must.
Even on a rainy day, most of the visit is indoors, but on a clear day the views are spectacular. Through the narrow arrow slits and defensive windows, you can see Lake Geneva, the Alps, and the Rochers‑de‑Naye — absolutely breathtaking.
Getting there is easy. You can take the 201 bus from Montreux Gare, or do what I did and take the train to Veytaux‑Chillon (a 2–3 minute ride). I ended up walking back to my hotel along the lakeside promenade — about 35–45 minutes depending on your pace — and it was beautiful.
Before you leave, don’t miss the gift shop. It’s charming, well‑curated, and full of special items: postcards, books, handmade Swiss bracelets, local wine, and even award‑winning chocolates and caramels. The two women working there were so kind and helpful, and I found wonderful souvenirs for my family.
Overall, this is an unmissable experience for anyone who appreciates history, architecture, cultural preservation, or simply wants to step into another era for an hour or two. Château de Chillon is beautifully maintained, educational, fascinating, and truly memorable. I’m so glad I made it part of my trip.
Highly, highly recommend.
LynneMaree_H, Sep 2025
The castle is easily accessible and has great map for visitors to follow. The preservation of the cadtle’s history is fabulous
amanda_S, Sep 2025
Fun day exploring the castle located right on the lake. There also a public beach right next to it to swim!
CindyJ_F, Aug 2025
Interesting castle. You can skip ahead of the line with your prepurchased ticket. Lots of different rooms with photos, paintings, furniture and descriptions of how it was in the medieval times.
MounirStefan_R, Jul 2025
Visiting this castle was an unforgettable experience. The architecture is stunning, with beautifully preserved stonework, grand halls, and scenic views from every tower. You can truly feel the history in every room. Whether you're exploring the armory, wandering through peaceful courtyards, or simply admiring the surrounding landscape, there's a sense of wonder around every corner. The guided tour was informative without being overwhelming, and the staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. A must-see for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, or anyone looking to be transported to another era.
Calvin_P, Jul 2025
Awesome walkable self timed tour.of amazing historical castle.
Really helps place hands on history and understand challenges of castles and building them.
William_G, Jul 2025
Very interesting tour of old castle. Self guided. If you are staying in Montreux take bus 201 to and from castle.
Lisa_C, Dec 2024
Easy to get to
Lovely castle
Lots of explanations
Great views
Nice coffe shop opposite for refreshments
Response from Host, Dec 2024
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Thomas_S, Sep 2024
Great castle . Headphones a must for the tour. Nice cafe serving a good range of food and drinks . Bus stop right outside if travelling from Montreux.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
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Aaron_R, Jul 2024
This is a great seaside castle to explore. It doesn't look like it would be that big from the outside, but it has a lot to explore. I couldn't imagine running though the halls to defend the keep from intruders wearing a full chain mail and suit of armor. It was a cool experience, and it has been very well maintained.
Cheryl_L, May 2024
Really interesting history, stunning location and a nice cafe just outside, great value for money, highly recommend
Terri_A, Apr 2024
Kind of hard to follow the tour. No commentary for every number in the walls. Castle is interesting but basically empty since built so long ago
Beautiful views from the castle
Rioghnat_C, Apr 2024
This is a beautiful castle in a unique location. I particularly enjoyed the Leah Linh exhibition within the castle, her art helped bring the story of the castle to life.
Neelab_R, Jan 2024
Great experience, what a beautiful and fascinating castle. I went on a solo trip. Everything was easy to understand, clean, good wc accessibility. Stunning gorgeous place to visit. I will be doing this tour again. Highly recommend. Thank you
Kelly_C, Dec 2023
We truly enjoyed our visit. If you want a self guided recorded tour make sure to get headsets in gift shop. We didn’t know this was an option.
krismotbbp54, Oct 2023
The castle is a really cool experience. The audio guide you can buy is very informative and keeps you moving around the castle so you can see the most possible.
Gordon_M, Aug 2023
I purchased tickets to visit Chillon Castle through Viator. With the tickets in hand, we avoided the ticket window and went straight in. We used the printed guide provided by the castle staff to follow the recommended route and found it thorough and very interesting. We very much enjoyed the experience. As an aside, it was very hot and sunny the day we visited and walking from downtown Montreux did not seem reasonable. Instead, we took a train from downtown to the Veytaux-Chillon stop (about two minutes ride). I also heard the staff at the castle recommend a local bus route that stops next to the castle entrance.
Gregory_R, Aug 2023
Overall amazement at the castle the history and the preservation
I would make this a must see event if in the area
Renee_B, Aug 2023
We tried and tried to reschedule the moment we knew our train would not bring us on time, but it was difficult to reach Viator while overseas (we are from Canada). I tried calling, I tried emailing but the message never got through. Luckily, when we got to the castle, I explained the situation and showed them our proof of payment and they let us in. We did not get the guided tour however. The castle is beautiful, my husband absolutely loved it!
Darren_S, Jun 2023
Loved seeing this great castle on the shores of like Geneva. Absolutely worth stopping by and checking out if in the area on vacation.
Ann_M, Jun 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. You definitely need to purchase the audio tour so you can enjoy what you’re looking at. The views of Lake Geneva are spectacular. Love it.
Joyce_S, Dec 2022
Seeing the happy children on the donkey and the pottery. The castle history was quite informative.
Easily accessible. Public transportation at the door.
Elpidio_R, Aug 2022
The castle is well-preserved and restored appropriate to its history. The directional arrows and signs provided great guidance for visitors and promotes efficient traffic.
Shannon_F, May 2022
Everything was awesome! The history was amazing! I would recommend it to be a must when visiting switzerland.
Valrie_C, Jul 2021
5 stars for the Chillon Castle, 1 star for viator for charging us as family more as the offizial Chillon Castle prices… Low price guarantee failed here!
FRANCESCA_V, Dec 2025
We went through the ticket line. It's all right. They also provided us with a guide in Italian. Thank you.
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Claudia_C, Dec 2025
You don't understand anything when you enter, scattered and confusing numbers. I appreciated it only later, once out, from the photos taken.
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Annie_V, Aug 2025
Be sure to take the time to let the "spirit" of the castle come upon you. The multitude of rooms, spaces,..is very cool. We were there for three hours....( We were also slow )
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Warle_O, Dec 2024
Não houve nenhum, tive um contra tempo na viagem a qual não cheguei no horário e no dia para conhecer. Gostaria de ter mudado a data do bilhete mais foi muito difícil comunicação com o suporte.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Lamentamos muito saber sobre o imprevisto que você teve durante sua viagem e a dificuldade de comunicação com nossa equipe. Gostaríamos de esclarecer que, infelizmente, os bilhetes adquiridos por meio de nossos parceiros não são reembolsáveis no mesmo dia da visita. Além disso, ao finalizar a compra, nossos visitantes recebem uma confirmação com os horários de funcionamento e visita.
Pedimos desculpas por não termos conseguido atender você da melhor forma possível em português. Trabalhamos constantemente para melhorar nosso suporte e garantir uma experiência mais fluida para todos os nossos visitantes.
danilo_m, Dec 2024
Ci siamo recati in visita al castello di Chillon . Con la prenotazione l’accesso è stato rapido avendo già pagato
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your feedback and we are delighted that you enjoyed your visit.
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