Chateau de Blois Tickets

Learn about the history of France in a bucolic setting with these tickets to Blois Castle. It's an experience where you can tour and view the walls of this 13th century fortress in France' s Loire Valley, which has been home to many famous residents over the centuries, including King Louis XII.

If you want to know more, you can take the tour with a "histopad", a digital tablet subject to availability, on which you will learn about the different kings of France and more about the history surrounding this castle.

A booklet in several languages will be available to guide you through the tour inside and outside the UNESCO World Heritage site of Blois Castle.

One of the most famous kings to have resided in this castle was Louis XII, as well as Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II, who served as regent for her children after her husband's death. Catherine de' Medici undertook major alterations to the castle, including the construction of the wing that bears her name with elaborate carvings and decorations.

Inside the castle, which you can enter, you will see several museums and exhibitions that offer an insight into the history and culture of the region. The Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most popular exhibitions, with works by artists such as Rubens, and Rembrandt. There will also be other exhibitions that are focused on the history of the chateau and the Loire Valley region.

Beyond the interior, this chateau is also popular for its fantastic gardens, designed in the French style with symmetrical layouts. In these gardens you will have the chance to see a sound and light show, if you add it for an additional cost to your booking. You can also enhance your experience with a guided tour or audio guide.