Fontainebleau is home to a historic royal castle and a scenic forest located just an hour from the east of Paris; Fontainebleau offers a true cultural and green getaway and can be combined with the village of Barbizon for a day or for a weekend.
Fontainebleau Castle: Cultural and Historical Escape from Paris
Napoléon described the Château de Fontainebleau as "A true abode of kings and the castle of centuries". The Château de Fontainebleau can be visited all year long, according to your rhythm and your interests to discover historic and architectural masterpieces from the 12th to the 19th century.
A cultural and historical immersion in the heart of the Château de Fontainebleau
Following one-hour drive from Paris, your chauffeur will drop you to the Château of Fontainebleau where you will meet your English-speaking licensed guide. During three hours, your dedicated guide will do a private visit inside the Chateau with the François 1er gallery, the ballroom, the Pope's apartment and the royal apartments and also its main courtyards and its three gardens.
If you have time to enjoy more Fontainebleau, do not miss its scenic forest which is definitely the favorite getaway for Parisians for a day or two. This forest has nearly 5000 plant species, 28.000 hectares of pines and oaks and sandstone rocks and 300 kilometers of footpaths, attracting millions of visitors every year.
Your private chauffeur will wait for you during your visit in the castle and / or your walk in the forest. If you have also more time to spend, we can advise you to book a table for a nice lunch in one of the restaurants in the heart of Fontainebleau city, before or after your visit in the Château. Furthermore, some attractions can be experienced and planned to explore more the parks and gardens of the castle with a horse-drawn carriage ride or a boating ride for instance (optional).
Discover the neighboring “village of painters”, Barbizon
Optionally, discover Barbizon, the village of Impressionist painters located 12 km from Fontainebleau. This picturesque village inspired the greatest artists of the 19th century: Théodore Rousseau, Jean-François Millet, and Corot.
At Barbizon, you will visit: Historic artist studios and painter residences ; Fontainebleau Forest: 28,000 hectares of protected natural spaces ; Heritage hiking trails through pristine nature ; The Impressionist movement: its history and artistic influences ; Art galleries and museums showcasing local artistic heritage. Fontainebleau Forest features over 300 kilometers of marked hiking trails, offering a true nature escape in Île-de-France, just 60 km from Paris. Your guide will share fascinating stories about how the landscape inspired the Impressionist painters and shaped European art history.
Half day
5 hrs| Guided-Tour with a tour guide | Self-Tour with audioguide | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | 1130€ | 610€ |
| 3 to 4 | 1240€ | 740€ |
| 5 to 6 | 1300€ | 820€ |
| 7 | 1330€ | 860€ |
Tour itinerary
1.30pm : Pick-up in Paris or its suburbs (according to your wishes)
2.30pm : Meeting with your private guide at the entrance of the Palace
2.30pm to 4pm: Private tour in Fontainebleau castle with an English-speaking guide
4pm to 5.30pm : Private tour in the gardens of Fontainebleau castle with an English-speaking guide
5.30pm : Drive back to Paris
6.30pm : Drop off to Paris and its suburbs
Visiting hours and duration can be adapted according to your preferences.
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