The most important aspects of Chateau de Villandry as well as its illustrious and extensive history can be learned from local guides.
English, Spanish, German, and French are the four languages in which guided tours are offered.This enables guests to learn about Chateau de Villandry in a language that they are most familiar with.
All our excursions include skip-the-line entry, allowing you to avoid the crowds.
The tour guides are experienced and know the best times to take you to Chateau de Villandry.
Chateau de Villandry
Located near the Loire river, the Chateau de Villandry is one of the most beautiful and historic castles in the Loire Valley. This castle is open to visitors, and you can enjoy its beautiful interior, and its beautiful gardens. The chateau was once the residence of Jean Le Breton, who was the finance minister for Francis I. During the French Revolution, Villandry was confiscated. After that, several changes took place. However, the property was kept intact by the new landlords.
Jean Le Breton had a lot of interest in gardening, and he created a beautiful garden for Villandry. He studied the Italian Renaissance gardens and designed the villa himself. He also built the Chateau Chambord. However, he left the ancient keep and the stone keep of the old fortress intact. Because of its history, the keep was left intact.
In the 18th century, the new landlords of Villandry intended to dismantle the castle. However, the new owners were unable to afford the expenses. The castle was purchased by Napoleon I, who paid 60,000 francs to acquire the property. This allowed Villandry to be restored to its former glory.
The chateau was later purchased by the Carvallo family. They had owned the property for a long time. They restored the estate, including the Renaissance garden. They also created new gardens for the chateau. The interior of the chateau is a reflection of French culture. There are many unique furnishings inside the chateau, and they add to the magical atmosphere of the estate.
The gardens at Villandry are some of the best in the Loire Valley. They are laid out in a series of terraces and each one has its own aesthetic principle. The formal gardens are made up of endless geometric parterres. The water garden is a serene, peaceful contrast to the ornamental gardens. The main pond is based on the shape of a Louis XV mirror.
The Chateau de Villandry gardens are open to visitors, and you can enjoy them all year round. You can visit the castle anytime between 9.00am and 5.00pm. There is also free parking. You can also take a guided tour of the chateau, which includes access to the mediaeval keep. You can also take a guided tour to other local chateaux for a discount on your ticket. Depending on your preference, you can visit the castle and gardens on your own, or enjoy a guided tour accompanied by a bus.
You can also enjoy a meal at the restaurant, La Doulce Terrasse, which is located outside the entrance to the castle. The menu includes local wine, and seasonal fare. The belvedere provides the best views of the formal gardens. The restaurant is open March through November.
The chateau is one of the most visited castles in the Loire Valley. It attracts more than 350,000 visitors per year. It is located less than twenty minutes from Tours, and you can easily get to the castle with a bus.
Our Advantages
24x7 Help Center
Live chat with our customer support team
Largest Selection of Adventures
More than 90,000 excursions globally. Easily find excursions and museum tickets!
Change or cancel for free
Changes or cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start date.
FAQ
What advantages are there to taking a tour with one of your guides?
At the same time, you'll encounter culture and relaxation. Say goodbye to books where it could be tough to obtain information and the feeling of missing something significant without fully understanding what it was. The fastest admission to museums or monuments will be available to you owing to the badges worn by our guides.
Changing tour options
Any experience can be changed according to its cancellation policy. We may be able to make adjustments to your reservation if the activity permits cancellations.
However, if a reservation cannot be canceled, we will be unable to alter the tour's itinerary.
Your request to change your reservation will be reviewed by our local operator, who has the last say on whether or not your request will be honored. Our ability to meet your needs is uncertain, but rest assured that we will do all in our power to do so.
Which languages do you support at the excursions?
Our tours are offered in multiple languages, so if you're interested in taking one of them but don't speak that language, be sure to schedule it in the language you do. First, open the city's file and use the filter sidebar to choose the language in which you'd like the tour to be given. This will filter the results to only show those in the preferred language.
The guide was really kind and skilled at talking in a way that piqued your interest and kept you focused on the city's attractions! I'd strongly advise it.
This tour is fantastic for everyone
★★★★★
–
4.7
We had a great day exploring Madrid. Carlos was very educated and personable, and he told us a lot of amusing stories about the area. Definitely a recommendation!
Fabulous tour
★★★★★
–
4.5
Wonderful Alhambra visit with Anna. She was very approachable, knowledgeable, and full of amusing anecdotes.
Great morning
★★★★★
–
5
We spent a great day exploring Milan's medieval districts on foot. The tour guide told engaging stories and was well-informed.
Outstanding!
★★★★★
–
4.9
We had a wonderful day and are very happy we took the 2-hour guided tour of Paris.
