On this guided tour of the Château d'Amboise, discover the grandiose palace of kings Charles VIII and François I. A royal residence during the Renaissance, the Château d'Amboise also witnessed the genius of Leonardo da Vinci and his unique relationship with François 1er.
Visit guided tour of the Château d'Amboise is a must when discovering Loire castles. A former medieval fortress overlooking the Loire and the town, the Amboise castle became a royal residence during the reign of Charles VIII. Home to kings, their families and the court, the château was at the heart of France's great history.
During the Renaissance Royal Château d'Amboise attracts the greatest artists. This is how Leonardo da Vinci, an Italian Renaissance genius, was invited by King François 1er to come and work for him. From now on, the Château d'Amboise will bear exceptional witness to the profound changes taking place in Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries.
This guided tour of the Château d'Amboise will allow you to discover the unique relationship between the king and da Vinci, who lived at the height of his reign. Château du Clos Lucé during the last three years of his life. Leonardo da Vinci was finally buried at Amboise castle in 1519.
During your visit to the Château d'Amboise, Discover a 360° view of World Heritage landscapes, an exceptional collection of furnishings and, finally, the Leonardo da Vinci's tomb still visible in the Saint Hubert chapel.