Ticket to the Palace of Fontainebleau

Your ticket to the Fontainebleau Palace grants access to this significant château, historically associated with monarchs like Francis I and Napoleon Bonaparte.

Palace of Fontainebleau

The Palace of Fontainebleau, located in the Paris-Isle de France region, is about an hour's drive or a 40-minute train ride from Paris. Its history dates back to medieval times, reaching prominence in the 16th century under King François I.

Your ticket allows you to explore the palace at your own pace, including these key areas:

Château de Fontainebleau

The palace features 1,500 rooms including the Salon Louis XIII, Salon François I, and Napoleon I's throne room. Key areas to visit include the royal chapels, Pope Pius VII's apartment, Napoleon I's quarters, and the 19th-century galleries. An English audio guide is available for 4EUR per person.

Napoleon I Museum

This museum showcases a collection related to the First Empire (1804-1814), featuring furniture, art, and artifacts from Napoleon I's reign.

Park and gardens

The park spans 130 hectares, with sites like the English and Diana gardens and the Grand Canal. The Fontainebleau tourist train is available for 7EUR per person.

Opening hours

Fontainebleau Palace

The palace and museum are open daily (closed Tuesdays):

April to September: 9:30 am to 6 pm (last access at 5:15 pm)October to March: 9:30 am to 5 pm (last access at 4:15 pm)

Some areas may close early for security reasons, and the full tour takes about two hours.

Courtyards and gardens of the palace

November to February: 9 am to 5 pm (last access at 4 pm)March to October: 9 am to 6 pm (last access at 5 pm)

The Diana Garden and English Garden may close early. The park is open Monday to Friday, 24 hours a day, with the Marrier gate closing from 7:30 pm to 9 am. These hours are subject to change.

Free admission

Admission is free for:

Young EU residents aged 18 to 25.Children under 18, regardless of nationality.