Amboise: Clos Lucé Castle, Da Vinci Park and Museum Ticket
ID: GYG194510-301682
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Country: France
Description
An entry ticket to the Da Vinci château and park, which contains a large exhibition of models of machines conceived by the master. You can learn about his life, death and legacy whilst walking through these charismatic grounds.
Learn about the history of Leonardo da Vinci and his masterpieces (including the Mona Lisa) during his time in France at the Château du Clos Lucé. Invited by King Francis 1st of France, Leonardo da Vinci left Italy and took up residence at the Château du Clos Luce in the autumn of 1516. Appointed "first painter, engineer and architect to the King", Da Vinci served the monarch with his talents, working tirelessly on numerous projects and imagining plans for the "ideal château".
With this admission ticket, you will receive access to both the castle and park. The visit will begin in the bedroom of Leonardo da Vinci, the site where Leonardo died in 1519 at the age of 67. From the window, you can see the Saint Hubert Chapel at the Royal Castle of Amboise, which is the burial place of Da Vinci.
Whilst in the Leonardo da Vinci Park, you will learn about the artistic creations and major inventions of the artist. You will enter the imaginary world of Da Vinci, seeing the world as he did in these unique grounds.
Highlights
- Discover leonardo’s living workshop was the place where he liked to work and create as a painter
- See 40 models of inventions from Leonardo da Vinci
- Learn about the life and death of Leonardo da Vinci
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
From July to August the Clos Lucé Castle closes at 8:00 PM, 1 hour before the park
The ticket is valid on the booked date
The castle and the park are open all year round (except on 25th December and 1st January)
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Go to Chateau du Clos Lucé. Paid private car parking is available in the Rue du Clos Lucé, at a 300-meter walking distance from the visitors' entrance.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
