Chateau Clos Lucé Ticket

Leonardo da Vinci was an important artist of the Renaissance, and the castle where he lived his last years hides fascinating secrets. Purchase a ticket for the Chateau Clos Lucé to discover them.

Clos Lucé Castle

Located in the Loire Valley, Clos Lucé is one of the famous mansions in France. Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years here. Previously, the Chateau was home to nobility such as Francis I and Marguerite de Navarre. Today, the castle serves as a tribute to da Vinci's life and work, featuring in its basement numerous sketches of inventions anticipated by the artist in 1450, including a tank, a siege bridge, and a helicopter.

Strolling through the gardens, visitors can see models of these precursor inventions. Clos Lucé Chateau is essential for any trip to Amboise, located less than half a mile from the city’s famous castle, linked by an underground passageway. Visitors can imagine da Vinci’s life in the chateau, where his masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, remained until his death at age 67.

New immersive space

On the first floor, an immersive show showcases 17 masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci in one space, providing insights into the painting process from preparatory drawing to final painting. The exhibition offers a unique vision and deeper understanding of da Vinci's work. This new area contains 500 m² of galleries featuring models, 3D animations, and video games to engage individuals of all ages in the Renaissance master’s creative process.