Discover one of the nicest castles in France! The Château Amboise will charm you with its lovely interior, amazing views of the Loire Valley, and beautiful gardens.

Learn about the history of the castle and its owners from your private guide. Built in the 11th century, it took on its current shape and late Gothic/early Renaissance style during the reign of King Charles VII. Today' glory of the castle is connected especially to the King Francois I, who invited Leonardo da Vinci to live in the nearby castle Clos Lucé. The famous Italian painter is claimed to be buried in the Saint-Hubert Chapel next to the castle of Amboise.

Explore the royal apartments, the lovely Renaissance decoration of the ground floor, and the impressive Council Chamber with its huge fireplace!

If you are not yet convinced about visiting Amboise, know that the castle offers one of the most beautiful views of the Loire Valley and its river! The Amboise Castle, with its gardens full of perfectly pruned boxwood balls and singing birds, is a real paradise on Earth.