From Paris Château de Fontainebleau and Gardens Guided Tour
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Entrance to Château de Fontainebleau
- Guided tour of Château de Fontainebleau
- Visit to Napoleon I's Imperial Apartment
- Visit to the Napoleon I Museum
- Visit to the Royal State Apartments
- Walk through the Palace Gardens and Park
- Train transportation from Paris to Fontainebleau
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Entrance to Château de Fontainebleau
- Guided tour of Château de Fontainebleau
- Visit to Napoleon I's Imperial Apartment
- Visit to the Napoleon I Museum
- Visit to the Royal State Apartments
- Walk through the Palace Gardens and Park
- Train transportation from Paris to Fontainebleau
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Meet your host in Paris and travel by train to the Château de Fontainebleau. Begin with an introduction to the château's history, learning how a medieval fortress evolved into a Renaissance masterpiece under King Francis I. Discover how successive rulers, including Henry IV, Louis XIII, Louis XIV, Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, Napoleon I, and Napoleon III, each left their mark on the palace.
Hear the dramatic story of Napoleon Bonaparte's abdication in 1814 and his emotional farewell to the Imperial Guard in the Cour d'Honneur before departing for exile on the Island of Elba.
Next, explore the magnificent Grands Appartements, where generations of French kings and emperors lived, governed, and entertained. Visit the Royal Chapels, the Royal Apartments, the Pope's Apartment, the Renaissance Rooms, Napoleon I's Imperial Apartment, and the elegant 19th-century galleries.
Step into the palace that Napoleon I called the "True Home of Kings." Accompanied by your expert guide, explore the magnificent Imperial Apartments, including the only surviving Napoleonic Throne Room still preserved in its original location. Discover how Napoleon transformed the château into his favorite imperial residence after the French Revolution, welcomed Pope Pius VII before his coronation, and governed the French Empire from these historic rooms.
Continue your visit to the Napoleon I Museum, home to one of France's finest collections dedicated to the First Empire. Admire an exceptional collection of imperial furniture, paintings and sculptures, ceremonial weapons, royal costumes, and decorative arts and Sèvres porcelain.
End your experience with a walk through the beautiful gardens and park surrounding the château. Covering over 130 hectares, the estate features the Grand Parterre, one of the largest formal French gardens designed by André Le Nôtre, the elegant Diana Garden, the picturesque English Garden, the Grand Canal, and historic courtyards and panoramic viewpoints perfect for memorable photographs.
- Discover the Château de Fontainebleau on a guided day trip from Paris by train
- Explore the Royal State Apartments and Napoleon I's Imperial Apartment
- Learn about the château's history and its role in French royal history
- Stroll through the palace gardens and park, including the Grand Parterre
- Visit the Napoleon I Museum and see a collection of Imperial artifacts
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
What to bring
- Camera
- Comfortable clothes
- Downloaded app
- Headphones
- Passport or ID card
- Passport, copy accepted
- Sports shoes
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Umbrella
- Warm clothing
- Water
Not allowed
- Alcohol and drugs
- Bags
- Intoxication
- Luggage or large bags
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Smoking indoors
- Unaccompanied minors
- Weapons or sharp objects
Know before you go
- Photography is allowed, but flash photography may be restricted in certain areas.
- The Château de Fontainebleau is less crowded than Versailles, offering a more relaxed experience.
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
