Chateau du Clos Luce  parc Leonardo Da Vinci

Tip for an even more exceptional visit.

For a truly immersive experience at Clos Lucé, the trick is to reverse the usual order: start by exploring the Leonardo da Vinci Park as soon as it opens to try out the giant machines in peace and quiet, before the crowds arrive. The real hidden gem, however, lies in the Garden of Ideas: don't just look at the models, but seek out the sound stations and translucent screens that broadcast Leonardo's reflections on nature; it's a sensory journey often overlooked. For a more intimate experience, take the secret tunnel (now sealed but still visible) that once connected the house to the Château d'Amboise, imagining François I visiting his genius. Finally, end your visit on the tea room terrace to savor a Renaissance-inspired pastry, offering a soothing view of the pink brick façade, far from the bustle of the interior rooms.