Château Azay-le-Rideau Tickets
Explore the Azay-le-Rideau castle and discover one of the architectural gems of the French Renaissance. You'll have all the time you need to explore one of the most important castles in the Loire Valley at your leisure.
Château Azay-le-Rideau Tickets
With this ticket, you'll be able to visit the Azay-le-Rideau castle; one of the most valuable fortresses in the Loire Valley. Set on an island in the middle of the Indre River, this castle is an architectural masterpiece that forms part of the Loire Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You'll be able to explore the different rooms including the Biencourt Room, with a luxurious 18th and 19th-century design, and Phillippe Lesbahy's bedroom; wife of Giles Berthelot, the castle's first owner back in the 16th century.
Not only that, but its impressive façacde and its reflection in the water will leave you completely lost for words.
Château Azay-le-Rideau Opening Times
The castle of Azay-le-Rideau is open during the following hours:
- From September 1 to September 30: 9:30 am to 6 pm.
- From October 1 to March 31: from 10 am to 5:15 pm.
- From April 1 to June 30: from 9:30 am to 6 pm.
- From July 1 to August 31: from 9:30 am to 7 pm.
Please note, the last admission to the castle is one hour before it closes.
Skip the Line Ticket
When you book your ticket, you'll be able to skip the lines at the ticket office at the Château Azay-le-Rideau. However, you will have to wait in line to enter the castle, as the security controls make take a few minutes.
Free tickets
Entry to the castle of Azay-le-Rideau is free for the following people:
- Young people in the European Union between 18 and 25 years old.
- All children under 18.
- Unemployed people, people with disabilities, journalists, architecture students, people working in the tourism sector, military personnel, police officers and members of other state security forces.
Entry is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month from 1st January to 31st March, and from 1st November to 31st December.
If you've already purchased a general ticket with Civitatis and wish to reserve another free ticket for anyone in the above categories, you can get it at the ticket office with your booking. You'll have to present a document that justifies your eligibility for the free ticket.
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Included
Skip the line ticket to Château Azay le Rideau.
Leaflet in English and other languages.
When to book?
You can book up to 2 days before (Azay-le-Rideau local time) if there are still places available. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
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Château Azay-le-Rideau