Fontainebleau Palace Admission Ticket
Skip to the opulent state apartments and gardens of Fontainebleau Palace, a UNESCO-listed royal residence just outside Paris.
- Explore the former royal residence used continuously from medieval times to Napoleon III
- Walk through the Throne Room, the Ballroom and the Queen's Bedroom
- See the room where Napoleon signed his abdication in 1814
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Fontainebleau Palace Admission Ticket
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£10.55 each
What's included
- Admission to Château de Fontainebleau
About this ticket
This is straightforward admission to Château de Fontainebleau, booked for a specific date but with no fixed entry slot, so you can arrive whenever suits you within opening hours and stay as long as you like. You show your voucher at the ticket gate and go straight through to the state apartments, then out into the grounds. Hours run 09:30–17:00 from October to March and 09:30–18:00 from April to September, with last admission 45 minutes before closing.
Practical info
The ticket is valid only on the date you book, with unlimited timeslots — enter at any point during opening hours. Last admission is 16:15 from October to March and 17:15 from April to September. The palace is closed on Tuesdays, and the hours listed are for reference only, so check the schedule for the day you visit. This ticket is issued for one adult.
How to redeem
Your ticket arrives as a PDF voucher. Present it at the ticket gate of Château de Fontainebleau, 77300 Fontainebleau.
Important notes
- Non-refundable once booked, so the date you choose is fixed
- Closed on Tuesdays and on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December
- Some sub-attractions within the palace may close early or stay closed on certain days
- The palace offers free admission on the first Sunday of every month except July and August
Dated entry to Château de Fontainebleau's state apartments and grounds, valid any time on your chosen day.
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£10.55 each
About this experience
Fontainebleau Palace sits about an hour from central Paris and was a residence for French rulers from medieval times through the reign of Napoleon III. Unlike Versailles, it never lost its lived-in character — each monarch added their own touch, leaving behind a layered mix of Renaissance, Baroque and Empire-era interiors. This admission ticket gives you entry to explore that history at your own pace, from the Throne Room to the Queen's Bedroom.
What sets this palace apart is the sheer breadth of what's inside: furniture, tapestries and art collected across centuries of royal occupation, all housed within rooms that still carry the weight of the events that happened in them. Napoleon signed his abdication here in 1814, and the palace's blend of political history and decorative excess makes it one of the more substantial day trips from Paris.
Beyond the interiors, the grounds themselves are worth the visit. Formal gardens, ornamental fountains and long gravel pathways surround the palace, giving you space to wander after taking in the state rooms. Whether you go for the history, the architecture or simply the gardens, this UNESCO World Heritage Site rewards a few unhurried hours.
What to expect
Once inside, you'll move through the palace's state apartments at your own pace, taking in rooms like the Throne Room and Ballroom that reflect centuries of royal use. Information throughout the palace ties the interiors to specific historical moments, including the site's connection to Napoleon's abdication, giving context to the art and furniture on display.
After the interior rooms, the visit opens out into the gardens, where fountains, sculptures and pathways make for a slower-paced second half. Most visitors spend a few hours covering both the palace and grounds, with cafes on site if you want to pause partway through.
Things to note
- Wear comfortable shoes — the palace and gardens together involve a fair amount of walking
- Dress modestly and comfortably; there's no strict dress code but it's a formal historic site
- Photography may be restricted in some interior rooms
- Book your ticket in advance to avoid queuing at the entrance, especially in peak season
- Check the official website ahead of your visit for current opening hours
- Restaurants and cafes are available on the palace grounds if you want to break up your visit
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Frequently asked questions
This ticket is non-refundable, meaning that once booked, you cannot receive a refund if your plans change. Therefore, it is important to ensure your travel dates are confirmed before purchasing. Since there is no refund option, consider your schedule carefully. This policy applies to all ticket types for Fontainebleau Palace admission. If you need to change your plans, you will need to purchase a new ticket.
