Ticket to the Palace of Fontainebleau

Your ticket to the Fontainebleau Palace provides access to this significant château, previously home to monarchs such as Francis I and Napoleon Bonaparte.

Palace of Fontainebleau

The Palace of Fontainebleau is located in the Paris-Isle de France region, approximately one hour by car or a 40-minute train ride from Paris.

Originating in medieval times, the palace expanded during the 16th century under King François I.

Your ticket allows you to explore freely, including:

Château de Fontainebleau

The palace features around 1,500 rooms, including the Salon Louis XIII, Salon François I, and Napoleon I's throne room. Important 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 4 EUR per person.

Napoleon I Museum

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

Park and gardens

The park spans 130 hectares, featuring the English and Diana gardens and the Grand Canal. The Fontainebleau tourist train is available for 7 EUR per person for an enjoyable way to explore.

Opening hours

Fontainebleau Palace

The palace and Napoleon I Museum are open daily (except Tuesdays) with these hours:

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. Expect the full tour to take 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 the English Garden may close early. Bad weather may lead to closures.

The park is accessible 24/7 on weekdays. The Marrier gate closes from 7:30 pm to 9 am. All hours are subject to change.

Free admission

Free admission to the Palais de Fontainebleau applies to:

Young people (ages 18-25) from the European Union.Children under 18, regardless of nationality.