{"id":8294,"date":"2024-06-18T13:28:19","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T11:28:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/que-faire-blois-visiter\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T14:22:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:22:14","slug":"best-things-to-do-blois-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-blois-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"10 best things to do in Blois (+ photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome to the charming town of Blois!<br\/>Let yourself be immersed in this <strong>city of art and history<\/strong>, with a rich heritage dating from the 12th to the 20th century. You'll be spoilt for choice, from <strong>strolling along the banks of the Loire<\/strong> to discovering the collections of <strong>its museums<\/strong> or exploring its <strong>Ch\u00e2teau Royal<\/strong>.<br\/>In this article, you'll discover a <strong>list of 10 must-see<\/strong> things to <strong>do in Blois<\/strong>, illustrated by numerous photos. We've added some useful tips and bonus activities!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/best-things-to-do-blois-visit.jpg\" alt=\"Visit Blois and its heritage gems\" class=\"wp-image-7979\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p>This guide is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Explore the Ch\u00e2teau Royal de Blois<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-wMTmJDr\/0\/GfdSw895m22NpPqrP2Bk4KkFWd5RmCCD5hvckCCx\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-chateau-blois-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of Ch&#xE2;teau de Blois from the Jardin des Simples et des Fleurs\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Set on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/activites-attractions-blois-c67107\/billets-pour-chateau-royal-de-blois-entree-spectacle-son-et-lumiere-en-option-p1008168\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Ch\u00e2teau de Blois<\/a> forms the heart of the city. We loved its collection of sculpted facades, witness to 4 different eras, and its sumptuous Renaissance decor. And don't forget its varied art collection, as the ch\u00e2teau also houses the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts!<br\/>The highlight of the show? The breathtaking view over the Loire and the city from the heights of the ch\u00e2teau. <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-museum-beaux-arts-castle-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about the Ch\u00e2teau in our dedicated article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Chateau-de-Blois\/i-ScphxhV\/0\/FfKPx5vDc9fDK6ZZsR7g7CrhkdcctWx8nxjGHrTJM\/L\/chateau-blois-facade-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Ch&#xE2;teau Royal de Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access: <\/strong>downtown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit: <\/strong>1h30 to tour the royal dwelling, 1h to visit the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts collection and 30min to see the ch\u00e2teau from the outside, the chapel and gardens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> some stairs in the royal dwelling. The site is partially accessible to wheelchair users, and wheelchair loans are available.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prices:<\/strong> \u20ac16 (full price), \u20ac8 (6-17 yrs), free (under 6 yrs and PRM).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours <\/strong>: every day of the year from 10am to at least 5pm (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateaudeblois.fr\/EvenementChateauVisite\/2027-preparer-sa-visite.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking: <\/strong>The ch\u00e2teau parking lot is 200m away (416 spaces), on avenue Jean Laigret.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eating out<\/strong>: No facilities inside, but a wide choice of restaurants at the foot of the castle and in the town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fancy a private tour of the Ch\u00e2teau's secrets?<\/strong> Take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/blois-l134357\/blois-visite-privee-du-chateau-avec-billets-t442609\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">a look here<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Blois<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Enjoy the city, its restaurants and beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Fleur de Loire Hotel<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/fleur-de-loire-blois.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Ch\u00e2teau des Basses Roches<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-des-basses-roches.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Hotel-Fleurs-de-Loire\/i-kctWvT8\/1\/d90bde9d\/S\/blois-fleurs-loire-S.jpg\" alt=\"Fleur de Loire Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>In the southern countryside: Chambord, Chevery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Surrounded by castles and charming villages, less than 30 minutes from Blois<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Relais de Chambord<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/relais-de-chambord.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Les Sources de Cheverny<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-sources-de-cheverny-cheverny1.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-Chambord\/i-rX36KHW\/0\/7c5db2d6\/S\/chambord-relaischambordhotel-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Relais de Chambord\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>In the northern countryside<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">For a little peace and quiet, but close to the city. Fewer castles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Le Grand C\u00e8dre<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/quot-la-chambre-de-garance-quot-b-amp-b-spa-sauna-detente.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/H&#xF4;tel-Le-Grand-C&#xE8;dre\/i-dSQqtJR\/0\/07c78f5a\/S\/hotel-grand-cedre-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel le Grand C&#xE8;dre\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/?p=7006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our reviews of the best hotels in Blois<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1413119&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2274925&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all available accommodations  &gt;&gt; <strong><strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Admire the panorama from the banks of the Loire<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Cath&#xE9;drale-Saint-Louis\/i-NSnKmmM\/0\/CpfWkDSbPfshCG6Bcxc7GwrptkHVMPfXbBQBcg4m3\/L\/IMG_9936-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of Blois Cathedral from the banks of the Loire River\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Nothing better than a<strong> <\/strong>a bucolic break after a day of cultural visits! All you have to do is head for the quays of Blois to begin a visit that's as picturesque as it is peaceful. You'll have the best view of the Cathedral at the end of the Quais Am\u00e9d\u00e9e Constant!<br\/>The viewpoint called <em>L'amphith\u00e9\u00e2tre overlooking the Loire<\/em> was admired by some famous tourists, such as the writer and poet Victor Hugo, who wrote about it in his book <em>Actes et paroles depuis l'exil<\/em>, in 1876: \"I<em> opened my eyes and saw a thousand windows at once, an irregular and confused pile of houses, bell towers, a ch\u00e2teau, and on the hill a crown of tall trees and a row of sharp stone-gabled facades at the water's edge<\/em>...\".<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-xjGFh9H\/0\/Cj8STGjRQRsTDjBNqf845v2Xx7gxV6jN5kJHgXjk\/L\/bors-de-loire-blois-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the banks of the Loire in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Only a 10-minute walk from downtown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit:<\/strong> The Loire is France's longest river, so it all depends on the tour you decide to take!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours a day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> None apart from the distance you choose. You can opt for the Promenade Mend\u00e8s France, below the Mail Pierre-Sudreau, or if you cross the Pont Jacques Gabriel, the long Promenade des Bords de Loire.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dining:<\/strong> There's nothing like a picnic overlooking the quays of the Loire! Don't forget to take your victuals downtown, because if there's no on-site catering, you'll find deckchairs and picnic tables in the shade! When the weather's fine, head for the Port de la Creusille, where you can enjoy a guinguette and many other events (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/annuaire\/parcs-jardins-espaces-naturels\/port-creusille\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Stroll through the narrow streets of the old town<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-gMPsb2m\/0\/C9FChzTdKsqpWJ7zvG2zFGGzsXVBp86JM4DKs8m4V\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-ville-blois-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of downtown Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>We couldn't recommend Blois without mentioning its lively historic center, shaped by its past as a 16th-century royal town. With its cobbled streets, timber-framed houses and charming little squares, the old town offers a picturesque, unspoilt atmosphere. You can follow the route marked by bronze porcupines on the ground. Emblematic of Blois-born King Louis XII, they'll help you find your way around the old town's landmarks. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloischambord.com\/planifier\/balades-et-visites-autour-des-chateaux-de-la-loire\/visites-libres\/blois-parcours-le-porc-epic-268667#:~:text=Le%20porc%2D%C3%A9pic%2C%20animal%20choisi,Longueur%20du%20circuit%202%20km.&amp;text=Remontez%20la%20rue%20du%20Commerce,de%20rejoindre%20la%20rue%20Pardessus.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-FpgGmQW\/0\/DzLqjqJzWkm2TNSj8Nf46xbk8ZzDVDv9P2N8NWDHP\/L\/clou-de-bronze-centre-ville-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the tour of Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> 24 hours a day. A bus takes you into the city center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour duration:<\/strong> 35min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> You'll be wandering through steep, cobbled streets of varying gradient (the famous Blois staircases!) So bring good shoes for a comfortable ascent and descent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eating and drinking:<\/strong> There are plenty of restaurants, bars and caf\u00e9s in the city center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>In the mood for an offbeat visit?<\/strong>  Why not opt for a horse-drawn carriage tour of the city center? Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.attelagesdeblois.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> - one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>fairly compact car<\/strong> (many villages have narrowed the road).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about<strong>full insurance<\/strong> (parking in big cities is really tight).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png 280w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:57.14%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the cars  <strong>    <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42.86%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Explore the most beautiful Ch\u00e2teaux of the Loire Valley<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Ch&#xE2;teau-de-Chaumont-sur-Loire\/i-DmxjHHS\/0\/DpCrLNRDvfdFBW2ZSLhjGV8PbS5VDFNXpKs7ZckPP\/L\/chateauchaumontsurloire-chateau-5-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Ch&#xE2;teau de Chaumont-sur-Loire near Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ch\u00e2teau de Chaumont-sur-Loire overview<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, Blois is just a 20-minute drive from numerous ch\u00e2teaux. Discover our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-near-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best ch\u00e2teaux around Blois (photos + tips)! <\/a>There's something for everyone, from the dazzling gardens of <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-chaumont-sur-loire-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chaumont-sur-Loire<\/a> to the majesty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/activites-attractions-chambord-c262960\/billets-pour-chateau-de-chambord-coupe-file-p980056?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Chambord<\/a> and the refinement of <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-castle-cheverny\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cheverny<\/a>.<br\/>If you don't like crowds, we can recommend more confidential ch\u00e2teaux, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-valmer-chancay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ch\u00e2teau de Valmer<\/a> and its incredible reconstructed gardens.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-Cheverny\/i-qCjRFD3\/0\/CcGhwMnLDCcwWB4g2D6VjLmCVt4xC2fZnwBWjWCcD\/L\/chateau-cheverny-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Ch&#xE2;teau de Cheverny near Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ch\u00e2teau de Cheverny overview<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Although some castles are accessible by bike or public transport, we recommend that you drive to the various sites (all of which have parking), especially if you want to do a combined tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit:<\/strong> Between 1h and 3h depending on the extent of the estates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> The length of the walk on site and the stairs to access the floors of most castles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Times and prices:<\/strong> Times vary according to location, and prices range from \u20ac7 to \u20ac20, depending on the discounted rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Looking for a unique tour combining culture and nature?<\/strong> Discover bike tours from Blois with wine tasting at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/blois-l134357\/de-blois-chambord-le-vin-et-le-velo-t556823\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Chambord<\/a>, for example.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Marvel at the Museum of Magic<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-dCDC7CK\/0\/C9D2HCzp9bWcCF9MhQnc8xFRhcJM6NcwCrPmnRdSg\/L\/maison-de-la-magie-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Mus&#xE9;e de la Magie in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you want to delight your children, go to the House of Magic!<br\/>This atypical museum offers an immersive tour of the world of illusion, with over 700 objects and works of magic, as well as a number of activities to make the visit even more fun. Every day, several magic shows are presented in the Grand Th\u00e9\u00e2tre to surprise and amaze young and old alike!<br\/>And don't miss the appearance of the dragons (giant articulated automatons), in the windows of the Maison, every half-hour during opening hours.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-q2mmJD5\/0\/FKs3FwpqPxBt8DgzpgLgPr6fgbmGtBrfFMTgQ3z7J\/L\/statue-maison-magie-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the statue of Jean-Eug&#xE8;ne Robert-Houdin in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Place du Ch\u00e2teau, downtown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit: <\/strong>allow 1h30 to tour the museum and attend at least one of the shows!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> None. The site is on one level and accessible to wheelchair users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prices:<\/strong> \u20ac16 (full price), \u20ac8 (6-17 yrs), free (under 6 yrs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours <\/strong>: daily, 10am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6:30pm (see official website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisondelamagie.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking: <\/strong>The ch\u00e2teau parking lot on avenue Jean Laigret is 200m from the museum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Catering<\/strong>: An ephemeral tearoom is open between July and August from 2pm to 6pm, and the museum is close to several downtown restaurants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex 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Discover the Fondation du Doute and other museums<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-JFPB2Rf\/0\/NLdtpPRNHN458XKH82W5KZ7mrCfkBQZLQK4CF2Bjr\/L\/city-trip-blois-loire-09-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fondation du Doute in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>The Fondation du Doute is the place to go to discover contemporary art and the Fluxus movement, an international art movement born in the 1960s, which advocated the abolition of elitist boundaries between art and life, and between different disciplines. In this amazing museum, you'll find over 300 works by 50 different artists, including George Brecht, Nam June Paik, Jospeh Beuys and Ben Vautier, the man behind the museum!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-Pb9MBwH\/0\/L8kL24kQhsH5Tz5CCGdN6NF6xgSfzxGCwZTnmStLR\/L\/city-trip-blois-loire-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fondation du Doute collections\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Find out more:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>La <strong>bd Boum-Maison de la BD<\/strong>, dedicated to comics,  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Natural History Museum<\/strong> in the former Jacobins convent,  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The<strong> Centre de la R\u00e9sistance, de la d\u00e9portation et de la m\u00e9moire (Centre for Resistance, Deportation and Remembrance<\/strong> ) houses a collection of archives and period objects, some of which have been donated by former deportees and members of the Resistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And don't forget <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-museum-beaux-arts-castle-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts, housed in the Ch\u00e2teau Royal de Blois<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-7nGj5cf\/0\/CNC6f79X7BdVjTZCPQq2L97Bs68pqcTZNLghTpsfh\/L\/musee-des-beaux-arts-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Mus&#xE9;e des Beaux-Arts in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> All Blois museums are located in the city center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit: <\/strong>The extent of the collections varies from site to site, but we recommend you allow at least an hour for each. Note that the Fondation du Doute offers temporary exhibitions and an inspiring bookshop that can extend your visit!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> None. All sites are accessible to wheelchair users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Full price ranges from \u20ac7.50 to \u20ac16, except for the Comic Strip Museum, which is free. Find out more on the tourist office website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloischambord.com\/planifier\/patrimoine\/musees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening times: <\/strong> Opening times vary from museum to museum. Find out more on their respective websites: Fondation du Doute <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fondationdudoute.fr\/1596-informations-pratiques.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>, MNHN <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/remarquable\/museum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>, Maison de la BD <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisondelabd.com\/maison-de-la-bd\/la-maison-de-la-bd-en-pratique\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking: <\/strong>Several parking lots are close to the various sites, and all museums are within walking distance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Catering<\/strong>: Only the Fondation du Doute offers catering at Caf\u00e9 Le Fluxus, during the same opening hours as its center. Otherwise, since the museums are downtown, they're all within easy reach of our favorite restaurants! Find out more in our dedicated article.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Visit Saint-Louis Cathedral<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Cath&#xE9;drale-Saint-Louis\/i-5bFdqrf\/0\/D5rk3TQkD8XJpxt7WrLPKQZjPgfPZKZS3x4svmCxP\/L\/IMG_0069-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Saint-Louis Cathedral in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Overlooking the Loire with its elegant allure, Blois Cathedral is one of the city's must-sees. Its architecture is just as delightful as its interiors, with the nave flooded with light from 33 contemporary stained glass windows. Discover all its secrets in <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-cathedral-saint-louis-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our dedicated article<\/a>.<br\/>And, just behind the Cathedral, don't miss the \u00c9v\u00each\u00e9 terrace, with its avenue of chestnut trees and rose garden, and its breathtaking view over the city of Blois.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-PLNdfNn\/0\/DprDkgCt47rPZndKCCSRS5Rb36rGQWFBBCT9q7Sfw\/L\/terrasse-eveche-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Evech&#xE9; terraces in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the Evech\u00e9 terraces in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access<\/strong>: downtown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit<\/strong>: Between 10min and 30min, allow 1h if you then take the time to relax on the Ev\u00each\u00e9 terrace (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/annuaire\/parcs-jardins-espaces-naturels\/jardins-eveche\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties<\/strong>: We didn't notice any special facilities for people with reduced mobility, but the site is accessible to baby carriages and wheelchairs (with the exception of the crypt). The Evech\u00e9 terrace offers access ramps for part of the site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> La Cath\u00e9drale<strong> <\/strong>is open every day from 9am to 7pm. 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You won't want to leave these narrow streets that mix stone and greenery all around the ramparts. Take the time to get lost and discover 15th, 16th and 17th century houses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/que-faire-village-montrichard-visiter\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Montrichard<\/a> <\/strong>(20min drive): you're sure to fall under the spell of this small medieval town dating back to the 11th century. The views from the banks of the River Cher are magnificent, and the tour of the center takes you past a keep, timber-framed houses and other nuggets!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Need more inspiration?  <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-villages-near-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read our article on the most beautiful villages around Blois.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Saint-Dy&#xE9;-sur-Loire\/i-qGtmvWX\/0\/D24hdvMj2cCz45kgkKXLMpjTqHbs6Q6wxGdDTPtrk\/L\/village_saint_dye_sur_Loire-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the village of Saint-Dy&#xE9;-sur-Loire, 15 minutes from Blois\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the village of <strong>Saint-Dy\u00e9-sur-Loire <\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Although some villages are accessible by bike or public transport, we recommend that you drive to the various villages (all of which have parking), especially if you want to do a combined tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Length of visit:<\/strong> Between 1h and 3h, depending on the size of the villages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulties:<\/strong> The length of the walk on site and the stairs to access the floors of most castles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Generally speaking, villages are livelier on Saturdays than during the week. Some villages are not very lively at lunchtime, so plan to come in the afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prices<\/strong>: Access to the various villages is free, but parking lots may be subject to a charge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">DISCOVER <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Blois<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-blois-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7947\">Attractions in Blois<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\">Where to sleep in Blois: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-blois-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\">Where to eat in Blois: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-blois-where-eat-reviews\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7966\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best restaurants<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-museum-beaux-arts-castle-blois\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8041\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Castle of Blois<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-cathedral-saint-louis-blois\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"6943\">Saint-Louis Cathedral<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-near-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Castles around Blois<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-villages-near-blois\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7343\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Villages around Blois<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-XRCp3qP\/0\/L3knsDd4BmdLbFFpKr5vcFJpGcNg7xHTJVqhbmmLj\/S\/blois_loire-1-S.jpg\" alt=\"Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Discover local gastronomy<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-RzWQvVZ\/0\/DxWb8qVLPGJCZPxkcDPdBS85HvScH2b3T9nXcB6C7\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-restaurant-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of dinner at Restaurant La Botte d'Asperges in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A glimpse of dinner at Restaurant La Botte d'Asperges in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why taste?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blois is the perfect town for epicureans! The town is sure to surprise you with its fine restaurants. From small, authentic addresses to Michelin-starred restaurants and cosy bistros, the city has a wide range of delights in store for us. The royal city offers an ideal playground for talented chefs who creatively revisit local specialties.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Restaurant-rendez-vous-pecheurs\/i-3jhMdtV\/1\/CGRQdsMSsqrRjwcV3CtPQ8LGQCZCqPD4HgsBhNztK\/L\/restaurant-rendez-vous-pecheurs-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Au Rendez Vous des P&#xEA;cheurs restaurant in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Au Rendez Vous des P\u00eacheurs restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<p>For the best addresses, read <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-blois-where-eat-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our dedicated article!<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Climbing the Denis Papin staircase<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-bjRkPGN\/0\/FNschStMqZXwrkhspWcGTrmZRfbXd2fv8nZj63R3L\/L\/escalier-denis-papin-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Denis Papin staircase in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Don't miss out on the Denis Papin staircase, which is given a new look by an artist every year. When we went there, we were surprised to discover a typographic d\u00e9cor in volume inspired by the world of George Maciunas, a major artist of the Fluxus movement.<br\/>Once you've climbed to the top, enjoy the view that stretches far beyond the south bank of the Loire. Also worth a look is Aim\u00e9 Millet's statue of Denis Papin, the famous 17th-century physicist and inventor.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-mcGb9tc\/0\/CkK6W5D4JnJRxftX63BCQDDbfBRhfrGpG7VP3Q8L6\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-ville-blois-12-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Denis Papin staircase in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Downtown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration of visit:<\/strong> 10 to 20 minutes, enough time to admire the staircases from afar and climb them at your own pace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> You'll have to climb 120 steps to reach the top of the staircase!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Open 24 hours a day, and the staircase is illuminated at night!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: Free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out more about the staircase cladding in progress on the city's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/remarquable\/escalier-denis-papin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Blois: other ideas<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hunting for private mansions<\/h3>\n\n<p>History buffs will be delighted by the town of Blois, home to a number of private mansions:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotel Belot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel de Vareilles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel de la Chancellerie<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Villebresme hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel Sardini<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel de Saumery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>H\u00f4tel d'Alluye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel Phelypeaux<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-BFZQ73G\/0\/LB7hwkbmSVV9fcK26HVg3BvrFr94Kf6GgwV4k6d2B\/L\/city-trip-blois-loire-01-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the roofs of Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the roofs of Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Don't miss <strong>the<\/strong> 15th-century <strong>Maison des Acrobates<\/strong>, the <strong>Tour Beauvoir<\/strong>, originally a keep surrounded by a moat, which became the property of the Counts of Blois in 1256, and the <strong>Pavillon Anne de Bretagne<\/strong>, the last remaining example of the royal gardens at Ch\u00e2teau de Blois.<\/p>\n\n<p>The Blois-Chambord tourist office organizes regular guided tours of this rich heritage, which you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloischambord.com\/planifier\/sortir\/agenda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-K8srhBw\/0\/FCb3nmMM8CsJZSJxFSwXjGCGP7Kqcz27f35TmfJxN\/L\/hotel-alluye-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the H&#xF4;tel d'Alluye in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the H\u00f4tel d'Alluye in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover the churches<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blois <strong>also boasts a rich religious heritage<\/strong>, with many beautiful places of worship:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-church-saint-vincent-de-paul-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saint-Vincent-de-Paul church<\/a>, worth a visit for its rich stucco decorations and Baroque choir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The church of Saint-Nicolas,<\/strong> the oldest church in Blois, with its large roofs, buttresses and slate-covered spires rising proudly above the town!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The modern <strong>Basilica Notre-Dame de La Trinit\u00e9<\/strong>, listed as a historic monument, stands out from afar with its 60m-high bell tower.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Saint-Saturnin church<\/strong>, with its gallery cemetery, laundry-drying room and lapidary museum (site <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/annuaire\/sites-culturels-remarquables\/eglise-aitre-saint-saturnin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-CRt5pMg\/0\/DCq7nQHjFKC6g6wSVH2MTTTjmjFPGzMjR6Kj2g5Wz\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-ville-blois-16-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Saint-Nicolas church in Blois\" style=\"width:703px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saint-Nicolas church in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Blois with children<\/h3>\n\n<p>All the sites in Blois can be visited with your children, with a preference for..:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The interactive <strong>Maison de la Magie<\/strong>, featuring a magical attic where children can learn tricks in a setting of trunks and mirrors!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La <strong>bd Boum-Maison de la BD<\/strong> also offers a range of workshops (manga, travel writing, character sketching).<br\/>Find out more on their website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisondelabd.com\/education\/cours-a-l-annee-stages-et-formations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Also note that the Ch\u00e2teau de Blois organizes <strong>masterful sound and light shows <\/strong> every year (more information <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateaudeblois.fr\/reset\/all\/2052-son-et-lumiere.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/activites-attractions-blois-c67107\/billets-pour-chateau-royal-de-blois-spectacle-son-et-lumiere-p1008267?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book now!<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>And if your kids really can't stand still, why not take them to the <strong>Parc des M\u00e9es<\/strong>? Just a 10-minute drive from Blois, this leisure area offers walking trails, children's play areas (bouncy castles, slides, mini golf) and picnic areas. Something to keep the whole family busy!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-k2FLSCv\/0\/CQ5S3WrFmsJNWvZMgZ7TxppGpxb6nz66GWMBmCNBP\/L\/maison-de-la-bd-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Preview of the Boum-Maison de la BD comic strip in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La <strong>bd Boum-Maison de la BD<\/strong> in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Blois when it rains<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blois will keep you entertained even in the rain with its <strong>many museums<\/strong>!<br\/>The Ch\u00e2teau Royal should also keep you busy for half a day, with its rich interiors and fascinating art collections in the <strong>Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts <\/strong>!<br\/><strong>The Biblioth\u00e8que Abb\u00e9-Gr\u00e9goire<\/strong> is also a good alternative on rainy days for a quiet moment of reading (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/bibliotheques.agglopolys.fr\/EXPLOITATION\/Default\/la-bibliotheque-abbe-gregoire.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<br\/>Last but not least, take a look at the program at<strong> Maison de B\u00e9gon,<\/strong> which offers a wide range of events (shows, concerts, readings) on the theme of world cultures. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/maisondebegon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-K6PGTJ4\/0\/Fbfz2PMrBQwVJbRSszF48ZTJCPg33WpB42bsfc7nZ\/L\/galerie-de-la-reine-chateau-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of La galerie de la Reine at the Mus&#xE9;e des Beaux-Arts de Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Queen's Gallery at the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts de Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Excursions around Blois<\/h2>\n\n<p>From the town of Blois, you can:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Explore the Ch\u00e2teaux of the Loire<\/strong>: read <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-near-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on the most beautiful buildings in the area<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a <strong>break in nature<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-villages-near-blois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in the most beautiful villages around Blois<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take to the skies in a hot-air balloon<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/fr-fr\/le-controis-en-sologne-l153062\/vol-en-montgolfiere-chambord-chenonceau-cheverny-blois-t630132\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">book your flight for sunset!<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-9fTQMtK\/0\/PVTzHfm595kKK3LTp2NBpWBFzRCQd5D3Ntt6tvGd\/L\/aperc&#x327;u-bords%20de%20loire-blois-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of a toue caban&#xE9;e on the banks of the Loire in Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#2979cf26\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane.png\" alt=\"loire plane\" class=\"wp-image-9426\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane.png 400w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">It's time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips for visiting Blois<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Blois?<\/h3>\n\n<p>The town of Blois is located in the Indre-et-Loire department of France's Centre-Val de Loire region.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a>: 45min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nantes<\/a>: 3h<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Paris: 2h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Here's a map of the best attractions in Blois:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/map-attractions-blois-1024x764.png\" alt=\"map attractions blois\" class=\"wp-image-8288\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of the best attractions in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Blois<\/h3>\n\n<p>To get to Blois, you can choose from the following options:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By car: take the A10 freeway (between Paris and Bordeaux) or the A85 freeway (Lyon-Nantes), which has an exit thirty minutes from Blois.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cycling: the town is on the La Loire \u00e0 V\u00e9lo cycle route. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-cycling-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all our tips in our dedicated article<\/a>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By train: Blois-Chambord station links Blois to Paris-Austerliz in 1h24. It takes 2h20 from Nantes and 40min from Tours. Two other TGV stations (Saint-Pierre-des-Corps and Vend\u00f4me) are just 30 minutes from Blois.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>From Blois-Chambord station to the town center, it's a 15-minute walk. <a href=\"https:\/\/track.effiliation.com\/servlet\/effi.redir?id_compteur=22819431&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sncf-connect.com%2Fen-en%2F&amp;effi_id=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book your train ticket<\/a> now!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking in Blois<\/h3>\n\n<p>There are numerous public parking lots in the city center, as well as paid street parking. The streets of the old town are fairly narrow and steep, so we recommend parking a little way out of the way. Find out more about parking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/pratique\/stationnement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-JWBsRnX\/0\/D2SdVJJJ8HNjb95zvxtZBN9djQ9dXJzxTh8pvC35z\/L\/blois-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the old town of Blois\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat in Blois<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blois has a great range of restaurants, and we've tried out a few for you:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Amour Blanc Restaurant<\/strong>: for a top-flight gastronomic meal designed by chef Chistophe Hay, served in a room with a breathtaking view of Blois and its Cathedral.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restaurant Au Rendez-vous des p\u00eacheurs<\/strong>: for a dinner where seafood products are sublimely combined with the other stars of the Loire Valley, vegetables. All served in a brightly decorated former grocery store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-blois-where-eat-reviews\/\">Discover the restaurants where we ate and our recommendations in our dedicated article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Hotel-Fleurs-de-Loire\/i-7NzvNCM\/0\/CkkJwKZ4KkxXrf3HqhZ6kQmXrRj3DjrxcN4V98MWT\/L\/IMG_0861-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Amour Blanc restaurant in Blois\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Enjoy the view at the Amour Blanc restaurant in Blois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting Blois in winter<\/h3>\n\n<p>Planning a stay in Blois during the winter season? This is a very good idea, as you'll avoid the summer crowds. Tourism is booming in the Loire Valley, especially in summer.<\/p>\n\n<p>Blois and the surrounding area offer a wealth of tourist attractions, even in the depths of winter. With its castle, museums and other attractions, you'll have no time to get bored! All these indoor activities will help you get out of the cold. Just remember to check the opening hours of the venue beforehand.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Ville\/i-Sjx74QQ\/0\/KdwzH2JwXtXBdhv5RTCX67zNzvsfTmBcP8ShZB3DL\/L\/city-trip-blois-loire-12-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Fondation du Doute collections\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the Fondation du Doute collections<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>In winter, the city is also alive with festivals:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Rendez-vous de l'histoire in October: see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/festive\/rdv-histoire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The BD BOUM Festival in November: see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/festive\/bd-boum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Festival Des Lyres d'hiver in December: see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/festive\/des-lyres-dhiver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Semaine \"Elles\" in March: see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/festive\/semaine-elles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carnival in March: see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blois.fr\/attractive\/festive\/carnaval\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR TRIP IN  <br\/><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire Valley<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>The castles of the Loire Valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best ch\u00e2teaux in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping in a castle in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-loire-valley-castles-with-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best family castles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-castles-list-chateaux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List with over 100 castles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-de-Chenonceau\/i-B8wzgnf\/0\/0c8c0706\/L\/chateau-chenonceau-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Other<\/strong> <strong>places to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-loire-valley-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/towns-loire-valley-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns along the Loire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful villages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-gardens-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-angers-visit\/\">Things to do in Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-amboise-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/flight-hot-air-balloon-castles-loire-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hot-air balloon ride<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/General\/i-DrhL7mp\/0\/bb0d2dae\/L\/vue-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-loire-valley-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-nantes-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in Nantes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-angers-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-tours-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-aeroport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais<\/a>...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">How to get to the Loire Valley - article to come<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-3-days-itinerary-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-4-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castles-7-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Weekends: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/weekend-unusual-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Villes-Loire\/i-L5mq7xV\/0\/207cbe42\/L\/nantes-villes-elephant-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:4px\">All our tips (coming soon)<strong>  <strong>  <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div 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