Amboise Castle Entrance Ticket

Discover one of the Loire Valley's must-see monuments with this Amboise Castle Entrance Ticket. You'll even have the chance to see where Leonardo da Vinci's tomb lies. Book your ticket now without queuing!

Amboise Castle Entrance Ticket

Amboise Castle, a medieval jewel, has witnessed significant historical events. With this skip-the-line entrance, explore the gardens and palatial rooms. Inside, admire Renaissance decoration initiated by King Louis XII, continued by Francis I, who promoted the arts. The castle is linked by a tunnel to the Château de Clos-Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years.

The gardens feature the chapel of Saint Hubert, which holds Leonardo da Vinci's tomb. Historical accounts suggest he died in the arms of Francis I.

Visit the panoramic terraces of the castle for views of the Loire River.

HistoPad

Your skip-the-line ticket includes an English brochure and a HistoPad: a tablet with explanations and videos, allowing for a self-guided exploration of Amboise Castle.

Amboise Castle Tour

A guided tour in French is available, granting access to the castle's basement, Garçonnet Tower, Hall of Lilies, old keep ditches, underground labyrinths, and Cavalier des Minimes Tower. Book this "Racks of History" tour at the ticket office. Tours last 60 minutes and are recommended for ages 7 and up, occurring at these times:

August 1-31: daily at 5:30 pm.September 1-30: weekends at 5 pm, except Heritage Days.

Opening hours

May 1-31: 9 am - 6:30 pmJune 3-30: 9 am - 6:30 pmJuly 1-August 31: 9 am - 7 pmSeptember 1-October 20: 9 am - 6 pmOctober 21-November 5: 9 am - 5 pmNovember 6-30: 9 am - 12:30 pm and 2 pm - 4:30 pmDecember 1-15: 9 am - 12:30 pm and 2 pm - 4:45 pmDecember 16-31: 9 am - 4:30 pm

Last access is 30 minutes before closing. Hours are flexible and may change.

Entrance without queues

This ticket allows you to avoid queues at the ticket office, though entrance queues may remain, and security checks could take time.

Entrance for the disabled

Disabled individuals can purchase a discounted ticket on the castle's official website or at the ticket office.