Landmark
Château Royal de Blois
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Château Royal de Blois is a magnificent royal residence that served as a home for French kings, including Louis XII and Francis I. The château is unique for its architectural timeline, with wings built in the Gothic, medieval, Renaissance, and Classical styles, each reflecting the tastes of different monarchs. Visitors can explore the richly decorated royal apartments, the stunning spiral staircase of the Francis I wing, and the Salle des États, one of the largest medieval halls in France. The château also houses a museum of fine arts, with paintings and tapestries from the 16th to 19th centuries. Its location in the heart of Blois makes it an essential stop for history and architecture enthusiasts.
Don't miss
- Francis I wing with its iconic spiral staircase
- Royal apartments with period furnishings
- Salle des États, a vast medieval hall
- Museum of fine arts with paintings and tapestries
- Views of Blois from the château terraces
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Château Royal de Blois
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inChateau Gaillard Royal Domain Admission Ticket4.4★ · 256 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$23 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLoire Valley Castles Day Trip from Paris with Complementary Wine4.7★ · 4,449 travelers~13 hoursFree cancellationFrom$127 per personSee dates →
Top ratedLoire Valley Day Tour Chambord and Chenonceau plus Lunch at a Private Castle4.9★ · 431 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$278 per personSee dates →More attractions in Blois