Chateau Gaillard Royal Domain Admission Ticket | 2 hours to 3 hours

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Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).
Entrance ticket
2 Adults x $14.70
$29.40
Approx Total
$29.40
This ticket gives you all access to the Domaine Royal de Château Gaillard (gardens +ground floor of the castle).

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, French
  • Professional art historian guide (free guided tours in french)
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Overview

Lose yourself for a whole day in the royal Forgotten Paradise of Charles VIII. This ticket will give you access to 500 years of history ! Step back in time and discover the fabulous epic of French King Charles VIII, who brought back 22 Italian artisans in Amboise and founded the "First Renaissance" at Château Gaillard.

Meeting points

Chateau Gaillard
29 allee du Pont Moulin, Parking estival gratuit au 99 avenue Léonard de Vinci, Amboise, France, FR, 37400

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Chateau Gaillard

    You will discover this palazotto, wanted by Charles VIII, which has passed through the centuries and known all the great characters of the French Renaissance: Louis XII, Anne de Bretagne, François Ier, Dom Pacello da Mercoliano, Catherine de Medici, the Cardinal de Guise, Mary Stuart, etc. Rich Renaissance collections are shown in the castle and a full renovation by Master of Art artisans has been done in 5 years by 300 workers of the Loire Valley. Discover unique art pieces of XVI century such as Rembrandt, Titien, 8000 handmade glass windows, Comedia dell Arte tapestry, Italian collections... You will finally know the fabulous history of the acclimatization of the first orange trees of France in the royal orangery under the castle. In 1496, Charles VIII brought back in his luggage the greatest master gardener of Europe: Dom Pacello da Mercoliano (a Neapolitan monk). In 1500, Château Gaillard became "Les Jardins du Roy" and Pacello inherited the estate against a bouquet of orange blossoms to offer to the king every year! Château Gaillard becomes a place of experience for this illustrious gardener. In a 15-hectare park, Pacello will create the beginnings of "French-style" gardens, he will develop a new variety of plums (greengage), etc. Stroll through the 7 walking path of Paradise, explore the caves in the hill, smell the citrus in the greenhouses and finish your visit to the citrus bar. You can taste the honey of Heaven, the orange blossom jelly and most importantly, enjoy a homemade orange cake  and a freshly pressed orange juice.

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pedestrian access only (29 allée du Pont Moulin, 37400 Amboise)

Free Cancellation

March 30100% refund
March 31No refund

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238 reviews

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    21
  • 2 stars
    9
  • 1 star
    7

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A Hidden Gem

Published on May, 2024

This smaller Chateau is an enchanting gem. Elegant gardens and Italian architecture and history of Charles VIII made it a favorite of all the Chateaus we have seen. Stroll the gardens, the verdant wooded paths, then read the story of its restoration. Unlike most of the chateaux we have seen on our trip, this one is fully and beautifully furnished in period.

A Hidden Gem

Published on May, 2024

This smaller Chateau is an enchanting gem. Elegant gardens and Italian architecture and history of Charles VIII made it a favorite of all the Chateaus we have seen. Stroll the gardens, the verdant wooded paths, then read the story of its restoration. Unlike most of the chateaux we have seen on our trip, this one is fully and beautifully furnished in period.

Not crowded and worth the Price

Published on Jul, 2023

Upon checking out previous views on Château Gaillard, we found some negative reviews. We decided to try. The Château and gardens are lovely! We've found that Châteaus come in different sizes and restorations. Château Gaillard was just such. Not the shiniest, but quaint and charming. We felt it was worth the price. Interesting relics, vintage items and paintings. Minimal crowd. A nice place wander around and take your time. Tall mature trees and nice gardens are beautiful! Try the blood orange wine in the bar. It is delicious! Bought a bottle for later. Relaxing and beautiful. Give the Château a try!

Not crowded and worth the Price

Published on Jul, 2023

Upon checking out previous views on Château Gaillard, we found some negative reviews. We decided to try. The Château and gardens are lovely! We've found that Châteaus come in different sizes and restorations. Château Gaillard was just such. Not the shiniest, but quaint and charming. We felt it was worth the price. Interesting relics, vintage items and paintings. Minimal crowd. A nice place wander around and take your time. Tall mature trees and nice gardens are beautiful! Try the blood orange wine in the bar. It is delicious! Bought a bottle for later. Relaxing and beautiful. Give the Château a try!

Spectacular Views

Published on May, 2023

Very welcoming at the ticket office and explained in detail what to see on my visit. Beautiful gardens and chateau was an added bonus. Would highly recommend if visiting Amboise

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