Title: Loire Valley Travel Guide: Best of Loire Valley, France Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Loire-Valley-Hotels.d553248635976197073.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Loire-Valley-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976197073.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Loire-Valley.d553248635976197073.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Loire-Valley.d553248635976197073.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Loire Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Loire-Valley.d553248635976197073.Car-Hire-Guide)[Loire Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Loire-Valley.d553248635976197073.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Loire Valley Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Loire Valley SEO Uploads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197073/c628c0ab-52ce-4280-b928-1f705dad13f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loire Valley SEO Uploads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197073/af94383c-0b47-49f1-a1b4-ad7d6e355cfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loire Valley SEO Uploads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197073/52b2431b-1dfa-4b6c-9fdb-7735114c6543.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loire Valley SEO Uploads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197073/fc4673c6-7b93-4966-8ac7-d7f19987a82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loire Valley SEO Uploads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197073/ad6ff1da-5410-48b1-941c-9eb24e18c004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Loire Valley Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Loire Valley ![Place Royal in the center of Nantes France on a hot day. ; Shutterstock ID 457417078](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222459/0e711e26-e3b4-4fa4-bbd5-f71e4dbe1440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nantes Centre 4.5/5(59 area reviews) Visitors often come to Nantes Centre for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place Royale and Bouffay Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Commerce Tram Stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nantes-Nantes-Centre.dx6222459) ![Place Plumereau which includes a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107702/6eb433d0-e7bf-4d70-8499-7663bdca0e17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tours City Centre 4.5/5(15 area reviews) Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Saint Martin Basilica. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tours-Tours-City-Centre.dx553248633938962030) ![walking to the cathedral at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9243/47e739f6-ea13-4bb3-8612-c5de6bdeffbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bourgogne 4/5(3 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Bourgogne, Loire a Velo Cycle Path and Place de la Loire are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orleans-Bourgogne.dx553248635976398912) ![Musee des Beaux-Arts showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107778/8b5ddc96-4b59-43c6-b120-70871f6e97c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Angers 4.5/5(8 area reviews) Downtown Angers is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Maison d'Adam and Place du Ralliement. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Angers-Downtown-Angers.dx553248634838840928) ![Tours Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107692/7fbad8df-8115-4455-9284-46e4dcc79ded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Tours 5/5(1 area review) Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saint Martin Basilica and Place Plumereau. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tours-Old-Town-Tours.dx553248635810280948) ![drone photo Cathédrale Sainte-Croix Orléans France europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953410624118247424/39f2e693-c8cb-4834-9efa-d8b82bdd1115.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centre-Ville While you're in Centre-Ville, take in top sights like Place du Martroi and jump on the metro at République Tram Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orleans-Centre-Ville.dx953410624118247424) - Top hotels in Loire Valley - Top Holiday Rentals in Loire Valley ![Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28670000/28669000/28668972/d0699a75_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès 6, place Clémence Lefeuvre Nantes £65 20 Mar - 21 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Centre Commercial Beaulieu and Le Lieu Unique ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (532 reviews) Clean, warm, practical kitchen, parking next door building, great breakfast Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=28668972&PinnedHotelID=28668972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976197073) ![Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185500/185449/5e56d677_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection 57 Rue Groison Tours Indre-et-Loire £88 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees 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! (723 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=185449&PinnedHotelID=185449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976197073) ![OKKO Hotels Nantes Centre Ville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7770000/7763000/7762968/313e87ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### OKKO Hotels Nantes Centre Ville 15 bis rue de Strasbourg Nantes Loire-Atlantique £69 21 Mar - 22 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nantes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) The location is so good and it's just within the old town, so very convenient for traveller. And I like they provided the place in the ground floor, where you can get drinking water, coffee and some snacks. They have gym and sauna room too, which is a bonus! Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=7762968&PinnedHotelID=7762968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976197073) [See all 15,645 properties in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976197073) 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. ![Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28670000/28669000/28668972/d0699a75_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès 6, place Clémence Lefeuvre Nantes Stay at this aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Centre Commercial Beaulieu and Le Lieu Unique ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (532 reviews) Clean, warm, practical kitchen, parking next door building, great breakfast Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nantes-Hotels-Odalys-City-Nantes-Cite-Des-Congres.h28668972.Hotel-Information) ![Citadines Confluent Nantes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33220000/33213300/33213269/2094e605_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Citadines Confluent Nantes 2 Avenue Anne Cazeneuve Nantes Loire-Atlantique Stay at this aparthotel in Nantes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Popular attractions Centre Commercial Beaulieu and Machines of the Isle ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (260 reviews) The location is a major plus! Very convenient to the center of town with a quick tram ride, or a pleasant walk. It was a welcome change from a standard hotel, especially having a fully functioning kitchen to prepare meals with fresh finds from the local marché. A few drawbacks to note: housekeeping ... Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nantes-Hotels-Citadines-Confluent-Nantes.h33213269.Hotel-Information) ![Appart Hotel Odalys City Angers Centre Gare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94836700/94836610/4fae35a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Appart Hotel Odalys City Angers Centre Gare 20 Rue Fulton Angers Stay at this aparthotel in Angers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Quartier de la Cité and Piscine de LA ... 9/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews) Clean, comfortable, 24 hour reception, helpful staff, free underground parking (limited number of places), good location. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Angers-Hotels-Odalys-City-Angers-Centre-Gare.h94836610.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976197073&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. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Loire Valley hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20)[19 Mar - 20 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21)[20 Mar - 21 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976197073&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Chateau de Chambord which includes heritage architecture, a park and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/36134f01-3f05-4e40-8682-02821a2e069e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Château de Chambord 5/5(10 reviews) Marvel at the majestic design of this medieval castle, explore its grounds in a horse and carriage and venture into the woods. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Chambord-Chambord.d6107686.Attraction) ![Chateau de Chenonceau showing a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107648/5d7fb394-e49b-4ced-963f-f2777860afbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Château de Chenonceau 5/5(16 reviews) The breathtaking beauty of this majestic château is complemented with a collection of fine artwork and beautiful gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Chenonceau-Chenonceaux.d6107648.Attraction) ![Closeup portrait of a white Bengal tiger lying in green grass at la Fleche zoo in France](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6282025/847c3eaa-3f38-4d9b-95b5-81411dced51e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zoo de la Fleche 3/5(2 reviews) Meet the animals who call Zoo de la Fleche home during your trip to La Flèche. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zoo-De-La-Fleche-La-Fleche.d6282025.Attraction) ![Medieval site of the castle of Guedelon, Puisaye, Burgundy, France](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253102/90b07cdd-5c85-4b44-9232-cabda021878f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Medieval Site of Guedelon 5/5(1 review) Find out about the history of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe when you spend time at Medieval Site of Guedelon. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Medieval-Site-Of-Guedelon-Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe.d6253102.Attraction) ![Chateau de Blois showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107672/801fc3db-3c89-4d22-be5e-44e7895dda11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Château of Blois 4/5(5 reviews) Learn about the intriguing history of these majestic buildings with a tour of the impressive halls and chambers of varying designs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Chateau-Of-Blois-Blois.d6107672.Attraction) ![Chateau de Cheverny which includes heritage architecture and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107680/758ed0ba-12d9-4e50-93d9-81604f8acea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Château de Cheverny 4/5(7 reviews) Take the kids to this historic castle for boat rides along the canal, strolls through the garden and even an adventure with Tintin. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Cheverny-Cheverny.d6107680.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Chenonceau Castle Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4549250/8be480ba-8beb-43bf-af7f-336f49552518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chenonceau Castle Admission Ticket £17 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chenonceau-castle-admission-ticket.a4549250.activity-details) ![Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49601173/72a922bd-97d5-4040-b492-e810dbfac18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Tours £34 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unusual-track-game-on-christmas-markets-in-tours.a49601173.activity-details) ![From Tours: Retro Classic Sidecar Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751498/844cb08e-6c12-4055-96b5-df9736713ad8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Tours: Retro Classic Sidecar Ride £87 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tours-retro-classic-sidecar-ride.a4751498.activity-details) ![Loire Valley Tour Chambord and Chenonceau from Tours or Amboise ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2739425/e87d08ba-41e5-4f18-a917-9ce3f22f4de4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Loire Valley Tour Chambord and Chenonceau from Tours or Amboise £170 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loire-valley-tour-chambord-and-chenonceau-from-tours-or-amboise.a2739425.activity-details) ![Picture 2 for Activity Afternoon- Wine tour in Touraine from Tours or Amboise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48072016/2a71edd2-58c8-470a-969b-a1f1c4471168.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Tours or Amboise: Loire Valley Wine Tour £127 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tours-or-amboise-loire-valley-wine-tour.a48072016.activity-details) ![Escape game in city theme magic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49608071/ca9a9e32-9d20-4e3e-afda-97f72aa2e9e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tours: Magic Team Escape Game in Town £60 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tours-magic-team-escape-game-in-town.a49608071.activity-details) [See all activities in Loire Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Loire-Valley.d553248635976197073.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Château de Chambord ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Chambord-Chambord.d6107686.Attraction) - [Château de Chenonceau ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Chenonceau-Chenonceaux.d6107648.Attraction) - [Zoo de la Fleche ](https://expedia.co.uk/Zoo-De-La-Fleche-La-Fleche.d6282025.Attraction) - [Medieval Site of Guedelon ](https://expedia.co.uk/Medieval-Site-Of-Guedelon-Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe.d6253102.Attraction) - [Chateaux de la Loire ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateaux-De-La-Loire-Centre-Loire-Valley.d6210444.Attraction) - [La Cité Nantes Event Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Cite-Nantes-Event-Center-Nantes-Centre.d6254093.Attraction) - [Royal Château of Blois ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Chateau-Of-Blois-Blois.d6107672.Attraction) - [Château de Cheverny ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Cheverny-Cheverny.d6107680.Attraction) - [Clos Lucé Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Clos-Luce-Castle-Amboise.d6107714.Attraction) - [Zenith Orléans ](https://expedia.co.uk/Zenith-Orleans-Sud-Loire.d553248621558040827.Attraction) - [Machines of the Isle of Nantes ](https://expedia.co.uk/Machines-Of-The-Isle-Of-Nantes-Ile-de-Nantes-Palais-des-Congres.d6179867.Attraction) - [Château de Villandry ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Villandry-Villandry.d6107718.Attraction) - [Terra Botanica ](https://expedia.co.uk/Terra-Botanica-Les-Hauts-de-Saint-Aubin.d553248634081627380.Attraction) - [Atlantis Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Atlantis-Shopping-Centre-Saint-Herblain.d6218669.Attraction) - [Hotel Dieu Hospital ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Dieu-Hospital-Nantes-Centre.d553248621551374322.Attraction) - [Château d'Angers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-DAngers-Downtown-Angers.d6107766.Attraction) - [Sanctuary of St. Bernadette Soubirous of Nevers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanctuary-Of-St-Bernadette-Soubirous-Of-Nevers-Nevers.d6166191.Attraction) - [Place Plumereau ](https://expedia.co.uk/Place-Plumereau-Tours-City-Centre.d6107702.Attraction) - [Château de Chaumont ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chateau-De-Chaumont-Chaumont-sur-Loire.d6107678.Attraction) - [Convent of St. Gildard ](https://expedia.co.uk/Convent-Of-St-Gildard-Nevers.d6107874.Attraction) - [Tharon Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tharon-Beach-France.d6241989.Attraction) - [Angers Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Angers-Cathedral-Downtown-Angers.d6107770.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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