Amboise, France

Amboise

A royal château on the Loire, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Amboise

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Château d'Amboise and its gardens high above the Loire.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last home, with models of his inventions in the park.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the town below the château.

Day 2

Visit the Château de Chenonceau, built across the river Cher.

What to eat

Loire Valley goat's cheese and a glass of Vouvray.

Local tips

Make the most of Amboise

Beat the crowds

Summer afternoons are busy at the château. Come at opening time.

Best photo spot

The château above the Loire from the bridge or the island in the river.

Getting there

Trains from Tours take about 20 minutes. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Château de Chenonceau, built over a river, about 20 minutes away.

Good to know

Leonardo da Vinci is buried in the château's chapel. His last home, Clos Lucé, is a short walk away.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Amboise

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Plan your visit

Getting to Amboise

Getting there

  • Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF)19 km away
  • Paris-Orly Airport (ORY)180 km away
  • Paris190 km away
  • Nantes190 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Amboise: good to know

Is Amboise worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A royal château on the Loire, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years.

How many days do you need in Amboise?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Amboise?

You can visit all year. Summer afternoons are busy at the château. Come at opening time.

How do you get to Amboise?

The nearest airport is Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), about 19 km away. Trains from Tours take about 20 minutes. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Amboise?

Nearby hidden places include Chartres (121 km), Forest of Fontainebleau (169 km) and Giverny (189 km).

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