Title: Azay-le-Rideau Travel Guide: Best of Azay-le-Rideau, Centre-Loire Valley Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Azay-Le-Rideau-Hotels.d601502.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Azay-Le-Rideau-Holiday-Rentals.d601502.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Azay-Le-Rideau.d601502.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Azay-le-Rideau Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Azay-Le-Rideau.d601502.Car-Hire-Guide)[Azay-le-Rideau Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Azay-Le-Rideau.d601502.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Azay-le-Rideau Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![#LifeAtExpedia The magnificent Chateau D'Azay-le-Rideau, one of many sites in the Loire Valley. Take a couple of days to see the main Chateaux, including Chenonceau, Cheverney, Chambord, Amboise, etc. and to taste some of the local and cheeses!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601502/c6fc8885-c9a4-4f8e-aaa3-ae8fd029de4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia The magnificent Chateau D'Azay-le-Rideau, one of many sites in the Loire Valley. Take a couple of days to see the main Chateaux, including Chenonceau, Cheverney, Chambord, Amboise, etc. and to taste some of the local and cheeses!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601502/c6fc8885-c9a4-4f8e-aaa3-ae8fd029de4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Azay-le-Rideau is renowned for its magnificent Renaissance château, a dreamy fairy-tale-like building that is surrounded by a moat and lovely gardens. The Château d'Azay-le-Rideau was built in the 16th century by a wealthy financier. The design of this stately château was greatly influenced by Italian architecture. The most notable features on the ground floor are the rib-vaulted kitchen and the dining room with a richly decorated chimney and numerous tapestries. Sumptuous Renaissance furniture and paintings decorate the reception rooms. In the town of Azay-le-Rideau, there is an interesting church, the Eglise Saint-Symphorien, that blends Romanesque and Gothic styles. The facade of the south aisle reveals remains of Carolingian reliefs. In the nearby Château of Saché, the famous author Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) wrote some of his novels. The room where Balzac worked has been preserved as it was.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601502/3acd7046-4d2b-4131-9965-3f0443a427ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We didn't find out what these creative street decorations were celebrating, but we loved them!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601502/645320b5-4931-4d2a-b3c8-6d03083e1a90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Château d’Azay-le-Rideau was actually built on a small island in the middle of the Indre river, making it look like it raises straight out of the waters. Located between Tours and Chinon, the château is like something out of a fairy tale, a perfect example of the charm and elegance of the Renaissance era. Read more about it here: http://www.travelnotesandbeyond.com/weekly-postcard-chateau-dazay-le-rideau/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601502/866c033b-9aa4-436f-ad36-0e473abdc2f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Azay-le-Rideau Things to do Reviews - Top hotels in Azay-le-Rideau - Top Holiday Rentals in Azay-le-Rideau ![Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185500/185449/54fb39b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection 57 Rue Groison Tours Indre-et-Loire Stay at this spa hotel in Tours. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the room service in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews) We stayed here on our travels to/from UK to Alicante. All I can say is the service & food was amazing. Would definitely recommend this hotel. The grounds are also amazing Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=185449&PinnedHotelID=185449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601502) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=185449&PinnedHotelID=185449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601502) ![Westotel Tours Val de Loire](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74850000/74840500/74840497/f804c3cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Westotel Tours Val de Loire 10 Rue Marie de Lorraine La Ville-aux-Dames Indre-et-Loire £68 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Ville-aux-Dames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (762 reviews) Good Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=74840497&PinnedHotelID=74840497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601502) ![Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66550000/66541300/66541224/38cce456_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre 2 Place Anatole Tours Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £81 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tours. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (345 reviews) Central location, friendly and helpful staff, nice rooms and great breakfast buffet Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=66541224&PinnedHotelID=66541224&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601502) [See all 1,647 properties in Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=601502) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1631200/1631113/53f9798a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance Rue des Fontaines Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-Loire Stay at this spa residence in Azay-le-Rideau. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Château Azay-Le-Rideau and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (151 reviews) A very safe and quiet area. The houses are comfortable and have reasonable amenities. The village has lots to offer. Reviewed on 3 Aug 2019 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Azay-Le-Rideau-Hotels-Residence-Lagrange-Vacances-Les-Jardins-Renaissance.h1631113.Hotel-Information) ![Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9456200/9456111/57b622dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres 49 bis Boulevard de Preuilly Tours Indre-et-Loire Stay at this aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (521 reviews) Good apartment near city centre Reception staff very helpful with good instructions as you need a couple of codes for the out of hours door and car park door. Apartment was a good size with a useful kitchenette. Parking was easy access on the level with plenty of space. Handy supermarket next door with cheap fuel pumps. Easy walking ... Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tours-Hotels-Odalys-City-Tours-Le-Jardin-Des-Lettres.h9456111.Hotel-Information) ![Appart'City Confort Tours](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478900/4478893/a61f7309_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Appart'City Confort Tours 12, rue Paul Nizan Tours Stay at this aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (703 reviews) Il y a un centre commercial à quelques minutes à pied, donc pas de souci pour faire ses courses. Il y a aussi un parking payant, et l'intérieur était très confortable. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tours-Hotels-AppartCity-Confort-Tours.h4478893.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=601502&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Wander the forests or discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-Azay-Le-Rideau-Azay-le-Rideau.d553248621561766909.Attraction) #### Château de l'Islette You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Château de l'Islette during your trip to Azay-le-Rideau. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-LIslette-Azay-le-Rideau.d553248621532503698.Attraction) #### Cave of Goupillières You can learn about the history of Azay-le-Rideau with a trip to Cave of Goupillières. Wander the forests or discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cave-Of-Goupillieres-Azay-le-Rideau.d553248621561949871.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48062779/21c3d49f-e823-4ab4-b045-c717da23d980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket £361 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/azay-le-rideau-castle-private-guided-tour-with-ticket.a48062779.activity-details) ![Full day tour on sidecar from Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2687028/f59ead18-c2e1-425b-b2bb-d04c8689272f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full day tour on sidecar from Tours £518 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-tour-on-sidecar-from-tours.a2687028.activity-details) [See all activities in Azay-le-Rideau](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Azay-Le-Rideau.d601502.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Azay-le-Rideau 5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 5 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Away-le-Rideau is one of our favourites in the Loire valley. This was a stopover on this trip but we will return for a more leisurely stay ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller It’s a charming village with lots of restaurants, and many nearby chateaux etc ## Cities near Azay-le-Rideau ![This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00097549 .](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140040/242168e6-30bb-4675-8044-cac945e076c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cheille - Cities near Azay-le-Rideau - Places of interest [Cheille](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheille.dx6140040)[Brehemont](https://expedia.co.uk/Brehemont.dx3000379223)[Sache](https://expedia.co.uk/Sache.dx3000462685) - [Valley of the Goupillières ](https://expedia.co.uk/Valley-Of-The-Goupillieres-Azay-le-Rideau.d6107724.Attraction) - [Chateaux de la Loire ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateaux-De-La-Loire-Centre-Loire-Valley.d6210444.Attraction) - [Château de Villandry ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Villandry-Villandry.d6107718.Attraction) - [Place Plumereau ](https://expedia.co.uk/Place-Plumereau-Tours-City-Centre.d6107702.Attraction) - [Forteresse Royale de Chinon ](https://expedia.co.uk/Forteresse-Royale-De-Chinon-Chinon.d6107726.Attraction) - [Saint-Gatien Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Saint-Gatien-Cathedral-Old-Town-Tours.d6107692.Attraction) - [Tours Fine Arts Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tours-Fine-Arts-Museum-Old-Town-Tours.d6107694.Attraction) - [Pole Sante Leonard de Vinci ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pole-Sante-Leonard-De-Vinci-Chambray-les-Tours.d6140937.Attraction) - [Château de la Grille ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-La-Grille-Chinon.d6212968.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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