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Chateau Royal de Blois Tickets
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- Enter the Blois Royal Castle, filled with a history of intrigue and the former residence of 7 kings and 10 queens of France. Please find the map of the Loire Valley castles here.
- Magnificently restored in the 19th century by Felix Duban, the Blois Royal Castle is fully furnished, decorated, and filled with color – from the tiled floors to the wood panels. A feast for the eyes!
- Explore the 17 rooms of the castle, all generously decorated with traditional motifs, monograms, and candelabra, showcasing a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical architecture.
- Drop by the Blois Fine Arts Museum which is ranked among the best fine arts museums in France thanks to its masterworks by Boucher, Ingres, and Rubens, and elevate your experience by adding a ticket to the sound and light show.
- The charming old town of Blois also houses the beautiful Saint-Louis Cathedral and the House of Magic, a true temple of magic arts.
- Enter the Blois Royal Castle, filled with a history of intrigue and the former residence of 7 kings and 10 queens of France. Please find the map of the Loire Valley castles here.
- Magnificently restored in the 19th century by Felix Duban, the Blois Royal Castle is fully furnished, decorated, and filled with color – from the tiled floors to the wood panels. A feast for the eyes!
- Explore the 17 rooms of the castle, all generously decorated with traditional motifs, monograms, and candelabra, showcasing a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical architecture.
- Drop by the Blois Fine Arts Museum which is ranked among the best fine arts museums in France thanks to its masterworks by Boucher, Ingres, and Rubens, and elevate your experience by adding a ticket to the sound and light show.
- The charming old town of Blois also houses the beautiful Saint-Louis Cathedral and the House of Magic, a true temple of magic arts.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Blois Royal Castle
- HistoPad AR tablet
- Entry to sound & light show (optional)
- Audio guide in 10 languages (optional)
- Tip: If you've got kids, try visiting in the evening. Children, especially, love the colorful projections on walls and get to learn history in a fun way!
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- The sound and light shows occur every evening and last 45 minutes.
- The show takes place in March, April, and September at 10pm; in May, June, July and August at 10:30pm; in October and November at 7:15pm.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Explore Loire Valley’s most innovative château reimagined yearly through ever-changing garden art.
- Everything you get: Skip the ticket line and explore Chaumont’s storybook towers, historical apartments—like the famous guard room and the so-called Catherine de Medici room—and expansive parklands with Loire views. From Apr 19 to Nov 2, enjoy the world-renowned International Garden Festival with 30+ avant-garde landscapes, plus seasonal programs and art exhibits.
- Why choose this: Set your own pace as you explore the perennial garden art, bold art installations, and richly restored château interiors—a rare blend of heritage and creativity.
Explore Loire Valley’s most innovative château reimagined yearly through ever-changing garden art.
- Everything you get: Skip the ticket line and explore Chaumont’s storybook towers, historical apartments—like the famous guard room and the so-called Catherine de Medici room—and expansive parklands with Loire views. From Apr 19 to Nov 2, enjoy the world-renowned International Garden Festival with 30+ avant-garde landscapes, plus seasonal programs and art exhibits.
- Why choose this: Set your own pace as you explore the perennial garden art, bold art installations, and richly restored château interiors—a rare blend of heritage and creativity.
Inclusions
- Skip the ticket line entry
- Access to the International Garden Festival from April 19—November 2, 2025
- Cultural programs and events (subject to availability)
Exclusions
- Guided tours
- Audio guides
- Transportation
- Free admission is available for visitors with disabilities and one accompanying person.
- The castle and gardens are wheelchair-accessible.
- Wheelchair available for loan.
- Animals are not allowed on site, except for guide dogs.
- Languages spoken on-site are English and French.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 1 November, 2026.
- These tickets are valid until 1 November, 2026.
- Catch an outdoor light and sound show at the Royal Blois Castle, which portrays historical events such as Catherine de’ Medici's reign and the history of the castle.
- Gain skip-the-line entry to the palace to admire its unique architecture, representing four different eras and architectural styles.
- Benefit from audio guide as you witness love stories, tragedies, and secrets gracefully unfold across the four façades during a unique 360° show.
- Be amazed by the visually stunning spectacle created with advanced technologies, including precise 3D modeling and video mapping.
- Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.
- Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
- Catch an outdoor light and sound show at the Royal Blois Castle, which portrays historical events such as Catherine de’ Medici's reign and the history of the castle.
- Gain skip-the-line entry to the palace to admire its unique architecture, representing four different eras and architectural styles.
- Benefit from audio guide as you witness love stories, tragedies, and secrets gracefully unfold across the four façades during a unique 360° show.
- Be amazed by the visually stunning spectacle created with advanced technologies, including precise 3D modeling and video mapping.
- Explore the Royal Apartments, where 7 kings and 10 queens used to reside and uncover the secrets of the royal French court.
- Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing over 300 remarkable artworks, including works by masters such as Ingres, Rubens, and Boucher.
Inclusions
- Sound and light show
- Skip-the-line entry to Royal Blois Castle
- Audio guide in French, Italian, Spanish, English, German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, Russian
- Tip: Swing by the Great Hall, the largest room in the castle, known for hosting grand feasts, celebrations, and significant gatherings in its history.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Entry is free for specially-abled people, you just need to present disability proof at the ticket office. For accompanying persons, directly inquire at the site.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 October, 2026.
- These tickets are valid until 31 October, 2026.
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- Distance from Paris: Approximately 180 km (112 miles)
- Nearest train station: Blois-Chambord, 4 Avenue du Dr Jean Laigret, 41000 Blois, France
- Nearest airport: Tours Val de Loire Airport, 40 Rue de l'Aéroport, 37100 Tours, France
- Nearest castles: Chambord, Chaumont-sur-Loire
- Nearest cities: Tours, Orléans, Amboise
Why visit the Château Royal de Blois
- Blend of different architectural styles: The Château Royal de Blois is a blend of four different architectural styles! Each style is reminiscent of various periods in French history spanning from the Middle Ages to the 17th century.
- Steeped in history: Apart from being a royal residence for several French kings, including Louis XII and Francis I, the Château Royal de Blois has also been the site of major historical events, such as the assassination of the Duke of Guise in 1588.
- Amazing art collection: Often referred to as the Musée de France, the Château Royal de Blois is home to more than 35,000 works! Around 1,000 objects are exhibited in the different rooms of the castle. It is also home to the Blois Museum of Fine Arts.
- Stunning sound and light show: At night, the four façades of the castle get transformed into projection screens that showcase the love, dramas, and secrets of the French nobility during the castle’s heyday.
Which Château Royal de Blois ticket is best for you
If you are short on time
Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Audio guide
- Bid adieu to waiting in long queues with skip-the-line tickets. These tickets give you priority access to the attraction on the day of your visit.
- Armed with your HistoPad, you can explore the castle at your own pace and even upgrade your tickets to include the fascinating sound and light shows that take place every evening!
Recommended tours
If you are an enthusiastic explorer
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Flexible
Guide: No
- With combo tickets, you can explore other castles, such as Chambord and Chenonceau, with Royal de Blois!
- You also enjoy significant savings when you opt for combo tours of the Loire Valley castles.
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- Chambord + 1 Loire Valley Castle Combo
- Combo (Save 5%): Chenonceau Castle + 2 Loire Valley Castle Tickets
- Combo (Save 15%): Chenonceau Castle + Clos Lucé Castle + Royal Blois Castle Skip-the-Line Entry Tickets
- Combo (Save 8%): Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire + Royal Blois + Royal Amboise Castle Tickets
- Combo (Save 6%): Chambord + Royal Blois Castle Tickets
- Combo (Save 8%): Chambord + Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire + Royal Blois Castle Tickets
- Combo (Save 5%): Domaine du Chaumont-sur-Loire + Royal Blois Castle Tickets
What to see at the Château Royal de Blois
Louis XII Wing (Gothic Style)
Inspired by the late Gothic period, the Louis XII wing has an intricate brick and stone façade. You can also see this architectural style in the Salle des États, a grand hall used for assemblies and banquets, and the Chapel of St. Calais-a Gothic chapel with stunning stained glass windows and religious artifacts.
François I Wing (Renaissance Style)
This wing features architectural elements synonymous with the French Renaissance. Think grand spiral staircases, richly decorated royal apartments featuring elaborate tapestries, and beautifully decorated ceilings.
Gaston d'Orléans Wing (Classical Style)
This wing features the classical architecture style. Though unfinished, certain classic elements, such as a grandiose design and the liberal use of columns, are evident throughout this part of the castle.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Housed within the château, this museum features a vast collection of art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the 16th to 19th centuries. Some artists featured in the museum include Rubens, Ingres, and Boucher.
Sound and light show
The château offers an impressive sound and light show (Son et Lumière) during the summer months, which narrates the history of the château with dramatic lighting effects and music.
Assassin’s room
This room is where Henry I, Duke of Guise, was assassinated on the orders of King Henry III in 1588. The event is a key moment in French history and will surely add a dramatic element to your visit.
King’s gallery
The King’s gallery at the castle features portraits of French kings and notable figures, thus providing an insight into the lineage and history of French royalty.
Plan your visit to the Château Royal de Blois
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Tips and guidelines
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Opening hours:
- January 2 to March 29: 10am - 5pm
- March 30 to June 30: 9am - 6:30pm
- July 1 to August 31: 9am - 7pm
- September 1 to November 3: 9am - 6:30pm
- November 4 to December 20: 10am - 5pm
- December 21 to January 5: 10am - 6pm
- December 24 and December 31: 10am - 5pm
Closed: January 1, August 26, December 25
Best time to visit: Plan your visit to the castle either on weekdays or on weekend mornings. During these times, the crowds are smaller and the waiting time is shorter as well.
Address: 6 Pl. du Château, 41000 Blois, France
- By train: Nantes line
Nearest stop: Blois-Chambord station - By bicycle: Château à vélo, la Loire à vélo and EuroVélo 6
Parking: 2 areas, one at the foot of the castle and the other on the square - By bus: Azalys transport company
Nearest stop: Château Royal de Blois
- Washrooms: Male and female washrooms are available at the attraction. The female washrooms are also equipped with baby changing tables.
- Wheelchairs: The castle is accessible for wheelchair users. Disabled visitors enjoy free entry to the attraction and can even rent a wheelchair at the attraction itself.
- Gift shop: The gift shop is stocked with souvenirs and mementos that you can purchase to commemorate your visit to the castle.
- Parking: From bicycle parking, car parking to bus parking, the Château Royal de Blois is well-equipped with parking facilities.
- Ticket office: You can take wheelchairs, guidebooks, and various other informative sources from the ticket office at the castle.
- Wifi: Stay connected throughout your visit to the castle with the free WiFi available at the castle.
- There is no specific dress code, but it would be best to travel in comfortable, semi-formal clothing, especially if you're having a meal at a fancy restaurant on the premises.
- Photography is permitted inside the Château de Blois.
- Once you visit Château de Blois, you can also rent bikes to explore the countryside.
- The Blois town also makes for a great base to visit other castles in the area since it is centrally located in the Loire Valley area.
- The sound and light show held every evening during the summer is a must-see! So plan your visit to the castle accordingly.
- You can use the HistoPads and audio guides available at the ticket office to take a self-guided tour of the attraction. The HistoPads are available in ten languages, including French, English, and Spanish.
- Pets are not allowed at the attraction. However, assistance dogs are permitted at the castle.
- Le Bistrot Du Cuisinier: Located 1.5 km away, Le Bistrot serves traditional French bistro dishes with a modern twist. Some dishes worth trying at the restaurant are their foie gras terrine and their duck confit.
- L'Orangerie du Château: Located 1.9 km away, L’Orangerie offers refined French cuisine in a charming setting. It is known for its elegant dishes, such as the sea bass filet and lamb shank, and fine dining experience.
- Les Banquettes Rouges: Located 350 m away, Les Banquettes is a charming restaurant serving hearty French dishes. It's known for its friendly service and delicious comfort food, which includes beef bourguignon and crème brûlée.
- Le Castelet: Located 800 m away, Le Castelet is a fine-dining restaurant offering a sophisticated menu with a focus on high-quality ingredients and exquisite presentation. Some of the restaurant's most popular dishes include escargots de Bourgogne and filet mignon.
Budget: ibis Blois Centre Château (130 m), Hôtel de France et de Guise (140 m), Hôtel Le Pavillon (640 m).
Mid-range: Best Western Hôtel Blois Château (510 m), Novotel Blois Centre Val de Loire (730 m), Hôtel Mercure Blois Centre (750 m).
Luxury: Fleur de Loire · Spa Hotel & Restaurant (610 m), Relais des Landes (11.8 km), Les Sources de Cheverny (13.5 km).
- Robert-Houdin House of Magic: Located 850 m away, the House of Magic is dedicated to the art of magic and illusion, and named after the famous magician Robert-Houdin, who was born in Blois.
- Château de Chambord: Located 16.9 km away, Château de Chambord is one of the most famous châteaux in the Loire Valley, known for its distinctive French Renaissance architecture and vast grounds.
- St. Nicholas Church: Located 500 m away, the St. Nicholas Church is a Romanesque-Gothic church located in Blois, which features stunning architecture and is steeped in French history.
Frequently asked questions about Château Royal de Blois tickets
Is entry to the Château Royal de Blois free on special days?
Yes, entry to the Château Royal de Blois is free on certain special days. These include European Heritage Month, which is held annually on the third weekend of September, and the off-peak season, which runs from November to March.
What are the best days and times to visit the Château Royal de Blois to avoid crowds?
To avoid crowds, plan to visit the attraction from November to March. Go on weekday or weekend mornings to ensure you can skip the crowds and comfortably explore the castle.
How long does a typical visit to the Château Royal de Blois last?
A typical visit to the Château Royal de Blois usually lasts around 1.5 to 2 hours. During this time, you can explore the different rooms in the castle and the vast grounds of the attraction.
Does the Château Royal de Blois offer audio guides as an alternative to a guided tour?
Yes, you can upgrade your ticket to include audio guides that are available in multiple languages, such as English, French, and Spanish. You can also take HistoPads from the ticket office for free and use them to go on a self-guided tour. The HistoPads are available in ten languages, including English, French, Italian and Spanish.
What special accommodations are available for guests with disabilities?
For guests with disabilities, the castle features cobbled pathways and even surfaces to ensure the attraction is wheelchair-friendly. Apart from this, disabled visitors enjoy free entry to the castle all year round, and there are adapted toilets at the attraction.
Is skip-the-line entry available for the Château Royal de Blois?
Yes, skip-the-line entry tickets are available for the attraction. You can choose between the Royal Blois Castle Skip-the-Line Tickets and the Sound and Light Show at Royal Blois Castle with Skip-the-Line Tickets experiences.
Is the Château Royal de Blois closed on certain days of the year?
Yes, the attraction remains closed on January 1, August 26, and December 25.
Do the Château Royal de Blois tickets have extended validity?
Yes, Château Royal de Blois tickets have extended validity. However, the validity varies from ticket to ticket. Some tickets are valid till June 30, 2024, whereas some are valid till December 31, 2024. For more information on this please refer to your ticket vouchers.
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