A historic European-style chateau with a large central dome, ornate facade, and multiple chimneys, surrounded by formal gardens and a fountain in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

A breathtaking 17th-century château with spectacular French gardens that inspired Versailles, and a particularly magical experience during its candlelit summer evenings.

Opulent gold and white hall filled with chandeliers, ornate gilded sculptures, and elaborate ceiling frescoes depicting mythological scenes.

Palace of Versailles

The ultimate French palace, famous for its opulent Hall of Mirrors, magnificent royal apartments, and sprawling formal gardens designed by André Le Nôtre.

A large historic castle surrounded by water and a meticulously landscaped garden with circular and rectangular patterned pools and lawns, set in a lush green area.

Château de Chantilly

A beautiful château surrounded by expansive gardens and forest, with an impressive art collection, grand stables, and a long-standing connection to French equestrian culture.

A grand, historic library hall with ornate gold-accented ceiling paintings and tall wooden bookshelves lining each side. A large globe sculpture is centered in the room.

Château de Fontainebleau

A former royal and imperial residence filled with centuries of French history, lavish interiors, beautiful gardens, and strong connections to François I and Napoleon.

Interior of a historical building with stone walls, a large fireplace, a tall wooden column, arched windows, and a vaulted ceiling.

Château de Vincennes

A dramatic medieval fortress just outside central Paris, with an imposing keep and chapel that offer a very different experience from the grand palaces of Versailles and Fontainebleau.