Maison de la Magie
A museum of magic and illusion housed in a 19th-century mansion opposite the castle. The dragon automaton on the facade performs on the hour for free; the museum inside is modestly priced.
City in France
Blois
3 things to see
Blois sits at the heart of the Loire Valley with a royal castle whose staircase is attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, and it serves as the closest base for visiting Chambord. Staying here costs significantly less than Tours while putting the valley’s greatest chateaux within easy cycling or bus distance. The old town climbing up from the river is free to wander, and the Loire cycle paths cost nothing once you have a bike. Shoulder seasons in spring and autumn bring lower room rates and thinner chateau queues than the summer peak.
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Old Town Stairways of Blois
A network of medieval staircases and narrow lanes climbing from the Loire riverbank to the castle plateau. Free to explore, with unexpected viewpoints and half-timbered houses at every turn.
Royal Castle of Blois
A Loire Valley castle showcasing four different architectural styles from Gothic to Classical, all in one courtyard. More affordable than Chambord or Chenonceau, and right in the town center.
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