Château de Chambord

About

A monumental renaissance castle with incredible architecture

Why go

• It feels like you're in a fairytale
• A real-life fairytale brought to life
• Feels like a dream

Must try

• Double-helix staircase
• Explore the rooftop terraces
• Equestrian show
• Walk the French formal gardens
• Rent a bike or golf cart in the park

Pro tips

• Arrive early to avoid midday crowds
• Pre-book tickets online to skip the lines
• Take the train from Gare d'Austerlitz to Blois-Chambord
• Catch the shuttle bus from Blois-Chambord
• Book a tour

Good to know

• Weekend queues hit an hour by noon
• Parking lot has a two-hour queue by 9 AM

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (61631 reviews)

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