Villandry Castle Gardens-only Ticket, Loire Valley
Villandry Castle Gardens-only Ticket, Loire Valley
Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
1 hour (approx.)
Visit anytime until 4 Jan, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
Visit anytime until 4 Jan, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
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Explore the beautiful Villandry Castle Gardens-only Ticket in the picturesque Loire Valley, France. Begin your journey with an exploration of the Ornamental Garden, celebrated for its precise geometric designs and harmonious sections that offer a feast of symmetry and elegance. Continue to marvel at the Vegetable Garden, a living testament to French gardening tradition.
Explore the beautiful Villandry Castle Gardens-only Ticket in the picturesque Loire Valley, France. Begin your journey with an exploration of the Ornamental Garden, celebrated for its precise geometric designs and harmonious sections that offer a feast of symmetry and elegance. Continue to marvel at the Vegetable Garden, a living testament to French gardening tradition.
At the Gardens of Villandry Castle in Loire Valley, enjoy exploring on your own schedule through areas celebrated for their beauty, historical significance, and meticulous design.
Discover the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden, experience the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, or marvel at the intricate patterns within the Water Garden.
Experience traditional French gardening techniques firsthand in the Vegetable Garden, which serves as a practical demonstration area.
From 250m above ground level on the belvedere, enjoy panoramic views that include distinct Maltese, Languedoc, and Basque Cross designs along with fleur-de-lis motifs.
Did you know? The castle’s site was once a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed, and it was also a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.
Entry to the Villandry gardens
Admission fees for Château de Villandry
Villandry Gardens with Château in background, featuring vibrant flowers and manicured hedges.
Villandry Castle Garden Adventure
Welcome to your Villandry Castle garden adventure where beauty meets tradition. Begin with the Ornamental Garden, celebrated for its geometric designs and harmonious layout that divides into themed sections offering a feast of visual elegance.
- Ornamental Garden: Known for precise geometry and elegant design
The Vegetable Garden is next on your tour — an embodiment of French gardening tradition with practical beauty. And don't miss the Rose Garden, where vibrant blooms captivate you with their intoxicating scents.
Maze Exploration
- Gardens of Love: Each square narrates a unique love story:
- "Tender Love" - hearts divided by flames
- "Passionate Love" - tangled boxwood symbolizing passion
- "Flighty Love" - fans and symbols of deceived love
- "Tragic Love" - dagger blades and red flowers for romantic duels
For an added thrill, lose yourself in the Maze — a journey that promises to be memorable.
Ornamental Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and vibrant flowers.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Villandry Gardens with Château in background, featuring vibrant flowers and manicured hedges.
Ornamental Garden at Château of Villandry with intricate hedges and vibrant flowers.
Maze Garden at Château of Villandry with geometric hedges and colorful flower beds.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Pet Policy
Venue restrictions mean pets are not permitted on this tour.
Tips for Visitors
- Wear comfortable shoes as there's a fair amount of walking involved in exploring Villandry Castle Gardens.
- To save time and ensure entry is hassle-free, consider booking your ticket slot ahead of time if available during peak seasons.
- If you're traveling with young guests aged 8–18 or students under 26, don’t forget to bring a valid student ID for reduced rates.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Purple ornamental cabbages in Château of Villandry Gardens, France.
Water Garden at Château of Villandry with fountain and manicured hedges.
Château of Villandry with formal gardens and topiary in Loire Valley, France.
Purple ornamental cabbages in Château of Villandry Gardens, France.
Wearing comfortable shoes is advised, as there's quite a bit of walking involved in the experience.
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Operating hours
Château de Villandry - Gardens
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 25th Dec 2026.
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