Discover one of France’s most breathtaking castles
Visit an authentic architectural masterpiece of the Renaissance
Admire the true synthesis of French and Italian savoir-faire
What to expect
Described by Balzac over lunch one day as "a facetted diamond set in the Indre", Azay-le-Rideau is one of the most famous châteaux of the Loire. Built in the early part of the 11th century, the Château of Azay-le-Rideau was burned during the Hundred Years’ War and later rebuilt during the reign of François I, by a wealthy financier.A true synthesis between the French art of construction and the innovations in Italian architecture, the Château of Azay-le-Rideau is an authentic masterpiece of the Renaissance. Set on an island in the middle of the Indre river, this picturesque château has become...
Described by Balzac over lunch one day as "a facetted diamond set in the Indre", Azay-le-Rideau is one of the most famous châteaux of the Loire. Built in the early part of the 11th century, the Château of Azay-le-Rideau was burned during the Hundred Years’ War and later rebuilt during the reign of François I, by a wealthy financier.A true synthesis between the French art of construction and the innovations in Italian architecture, the Château of Azay-le-Rideau is an authentic masterpiece of the Renaissance. Set on an island in the middle of the Indre river, this picturesque château has become an absolute jewel of the Loire Valley, incredibly pretty inside and out.
the monument is closed on 1st January, 1st May and 25th December
free admission for children under 18 years, EU citizens (18-25), disabled people and their companion, French unemployed people, Pass Education holders
free admission for all visitors on the first Sunday of each month from November to March and on the European Heritage Days (the third weekend of September)
the ticket gives you access to an unguided tour of the monument
Provider
Monuments Nationaux
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
19 Rue Balzac, 37190 Azay-le-Rideau, France
Meeting point:
Present your ticket at the entrance of the Château Azay le Rideau.
Un château superbe dans son écrin de verdure. Merci à Romane pour la qualité de sa prestation. Une visite commentée par une guilde passionnée et donc passionnante
Philippe
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Anonymous
August 2025
From United States of America
Excellent
Passionnant
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Anonymous
August 2024
From United States of America
Excellent
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Anonymous
August 2024
From Italy
Excellent
Visita da consigliare
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Anonymous
May 2024
From United States of America
Excellent
Très belle visite
Magnifique château
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Anonymous
February 2024
From France
Excellent
Très bonne visite. Une guide très sympathique
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Anonymous
August 2023
From Italy
Excellent
È stato necessario passare dalla biglietteria per far emettere un biglietto gratuito per nostra figlia < 18 anni ma dato che alla biglietteria non c'era coda abbiamo fatto molto presto.
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Anonymous
July 2023
From Italy
Great
Il biglietto Musement non viene riconosciuto dal lettore digitale
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Anonymous
July 2023
From United States of America
Excellent
Temps de visite trop court, c’est un peu de ma faute, nous sommes arrivés vers la fin on nous a laissé rentrer et comme j’avais déjà visité le château les deux personnes qui m’accompagnaient on eu doit une visite rapide. Certes mais une visite encore merci