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Chateau de Fontainebleau Admission in Paris
Historical sites • Fontainebleau

Chateau de Fontainebleau Admission in Paris

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Chateau de Fontainebleau & Vaux-le-Vicomte Full Day Tour from Paris
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Chateau de Fontainebleau & Vaux-le-Vicomte Full Day Tour from Paris

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Castles of Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte Day Trip from Paris
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Castles of Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte Day Trip from Paris

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Fontainebleau private excursion
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Fontainebleau private excursion

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Demeures de campagne Château de Fontainebleau – Mercure
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Demeures de campagne Château de Fontainebleau – Mercure

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hotelF1 Moret Fontainebleau
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hotelF1 Moret Fontainebleau

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Aigle Noir Hotel Fontainebleau -  MGallery Collection
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Aigle Noir Hotel Fontainebleau - MGallery Collection

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Hôtel de Cavoye
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Hôtel de Cavoye

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Novotel Fontainebleau Ury
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Novotel Fontainebleau Ury

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Chateau de Bellefontaine
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Chateau de Bellefontaine

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La Folie Barbizon
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La Folie Barbizon

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Chambres d'hôtes Au Chat Verrier, espace bien-être
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Chambres d'hôtes Au Chat Verrier, espace bien-être

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Besharat Gallery & Museum
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Besharat Gallery & Museum

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Les Acacias
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Les Acacias

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Hotel Belle Fontainebleau
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Hotel Belle Fontainebleau

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Hotel ibis Nemours
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Hotel ibis Nemours

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Reviews of Fontainebleau activities

Tsao ******
2026-05-01 09:50:49
Fantastic 5.0
It's incredibly convenient to enter directly using the e-voucher purchased on the platform! There's no need to exchange tickets on-site or schedule an entry time on a website; you just select the date when you make your purchase (which is very helpful for those whose arrival time is unpredictable)! Although I went on a Sunday, it wasn't very crowded. Even though it requires a transfer and a bus ride from Paris, it's very accessible!
Chiu *******
2026-05-10 14:15:33
Fantastic 5.0
I’ve always wanted to visit Fontainebleau, so I’m really glad we were able to make this day trip happen. In my opinion, it’s absolutely worth visiting. The rooms are beautifully maintained and preserved, and the audio guide is exceptionally well designed. I honestly enjoyed Fontainebleau much more than Versailles and would highly recommend it. I didn’t know much about Vaux-le-Vicomte before this trip. Since it’s still privately owned, it isn’t maintained to the same standard as Fontainebleau, but the château itself is still fascinating. The story behind it is incredibly sad and unfortunate, and it’s often considered one of the inspirations for Versailles. One thing I wouldn’t recommend, though, is climbing up to the dome despite the staff’s suggestion. I made it halfway before turning back because the second and third floors felt extremely creepy — they were once used as hospital and surgery rooms during the wars.
Klook User
2026-04-13 16:37:27
Fantastic 5.0
It was an English-speaking tour. Although Fontainebleau still doesn't have an audio guide, fortunately, the main information boards all have Chinese translations. Plus, there were far fewer visitors than at Versailles, making the park very peaceful. Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle was arguably the unexpected highlight of this trip. It's incredibly well-maintained by a private family, and the audio guide system offers Chinese, automatically activating at each location. The ticket also included climbing to the top of the castle's bell tower, providing a fantastic 360-degree view of the entire garden—a truly wonderful experience!

Fontainebleau at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Fontainebleau?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

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Jan
-32%
Feb
-38%
Mar
-82% Quietest
Apr
+36%
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+34%
Jun
Busiest +72%
Jul
+16%
Aug
+26%
Sep
-2%
Oct
+16%
Nov
-16%
Dec

Demand peaks in July, when bookings are roughly 72% above a typical month, while April is the quietest — about 82% below a typical month — so travellers from Australia should book early for July and expect easier availability in April. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Fontainebleau cheapest?

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Avg $26 Cheapest $15 Priciest $121
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Activities are cheapest in August at around USD 15, roughly 88% below the March high, so consider visiting in August when prices tend to be lowest. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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21 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 4 days ahead, so flexible, short-notice plans work well; during July’s peak you may still want to lock in bookings earlier. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Fontainebleau

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What to know before visiting Fontainebleau

Overview of Fontainebleau’s visitor rhythm

Fontainebleau is a compact destination known for historical sites and guided tours, with bookings concentrated in the summer months. Demand on Klook rises sharply in July, while quieter months see far fewer visitors, so the town alternates between busy summer weekends and much calmer periods.

When to visit and what to expect on prices

Klook data shows July as the busiest month and April as the quietest. Prices are relatively steady through much of the year but spike in March and dip around August, so demand and price don’t always move together. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, consider visiting in April or August; for peak-season atmosphere and the liveliest visitor scene aim for July.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most bookings from Australia are made a few days ahead rather than months in advance, with a typical lead time of around four days and last-minute options often possible. If you’re travelling in the peak month named above, plan a little earlier—many popular historical-site experiences still appear on Klook and can be secured a few weeks in advance.

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