Visits et prices

Open the doors of Sully-sur-Loire Castle to discover what is hidden behind these high towers and its keep

All of France’s history is revealed to visitors because a good number of famous historical, military, political and artistic people have set foot on our soils. From Philippe-Auguste to Louis XIV, from Joan of Arc to Mac Mahon, from Voltaire to La Fayette; Sully-sur-Loire Castle is known for being the setting of many encounters which are told to you today by our guides and facilitators.

For self-guided tours, a map will be provided to you at reception so that you will not lose your bearings and so that you can discover the entire site.
You will also be able to rely on our 12 minute introductory film, our room information sheets and our explanatory boards in each room to educate you on the rooms and our furniture.

A more dynamic option is using the Baludik application which allows for a fun and independent exploration of the building whilst looking for hidden details. The application can be downloaded on your mobile phone. (Android/version 3.8.3.1; possibility of being lent a smartphone with the application at the reception of the castle).

Young people, do not forget to request your activity booklet at reception, a precious visit companion containing riddles and challenges that await you.

To go further, grab your ticket for a guided trip to the heart of the castle: this involves an hour and a half of discovering all the anecdotes of this place, from the most important ones to the quirkiest ones.

In addition, the guidebook (available in French and English), which costs €5.10 and was updated in 2020, will be your best ally.

Do not forget our rich and varied programme allowing you to keep our young visitors occupied through creative workshops, attend a concert or show, admire our sword fights, understand the medieval universe through encounters with artists and craftsmen, perfect your skills in different activities, like photography, through the workshops etc... In short, a wide range of activities for everyone.

► WARNING: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in the castle (including the reception area).
Only guide dogs are allowed.
 

Whether you are coming alone, as a couple, as a family or as a group of friends, guided visits will be provided every day and all year.

In July and August, we are offering you three guided tour slots per day, at 11:00, 14:30 and 16:00 (on Sundays, for the 14:30 tour, the guide will be dressed up so that you can become more involved in the history of the castle).
In May, June and September, guided visits will take place from Tuesdays to Sundays at 14:30 and 16:00.
In February, March, April, October, November and December, our low season, guided visits will take place from Tuesdays to Sundays at 15:00.*
In short, an hour and a half tour which will let you discover all the aspects of our site and during which the guide will be happy to answer all your questions.

* except April 6 and 7, 2024 due to the free “Les Loirétains” weekend (free access to the castle upon presentation of proof of address).

► REMINDER:
- You will face 235 steps during your visit including ascending and descending ones.
- There are seats in each room, feel free to use them.
- No reservation in advance required.
- Number of spaces limited to 20 people maximum for the sake of a comfortable visit.
- Word of advice, come a bit early so that you can get a space on the tour.
- An 12-minute introductory film about the castle’s history will allow you to wait patiently before the tour starts.
 

Self-guided tour:
Colouring booklets for children aged 4-6 and booklets for children aged 7-12 can be collected at the reception area of the castle.
Géomotifs: With the Baludik application, search for 15 ornaments hidden in the castle.  Will you be able to find them? Possibility of being lent a smartphone in exchange for proof of ID

Guided visit or workshop:
In July and August, every Sunday at 14:30, a guide in costume tells you the history of the castle through many anecdotes.
Creative workshops (reservation required) are offered on Tuesdays during the school holidays. A different theme is offered for each period.

Birthdays:
Come and celebrate your birthday in the castle in the afternoon (for children aged 6-10).
Only on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reservation required.
The service includes:
- Reception by a costumed guide
- Guided visit of the medieval keep
- Making a medieval drink
- Drinks
- Possibility of the children dressing up for the visit
The service does not include:
- The birthday cake and the candles
Prices:
Wednesday and Saturday: €75 + €5 per participant
Sunday:  €90 + €5 per participant
For 14 children maximum + 2 chaperones
 

Companies, tour operators, tourist information offices, clubs etc..., you are a group and wish to go on a private tour to discover our castle, so go for the group visit. For an hour and a half, the guide will be the best person to tell you the entire history of this site i.e you will be told the castle’s 600-year old history starting from its foundation.

In short, the guided visit lasts an hour and a half. Reservation is required, you will be able to speak to our go-to group for a more personalised experience which will meet your expectations and our restrictions. If the guide is available, the visit is available in different foreign languages: French, English, Dutch, German, Spanish and Portuguese. 

To visit Sully-sur-Loire Castle, the full price to pay for entry is €8 and the reduced price is €5. 

ALL OUR PRICES SUMMARISED:
Self-guided tour full price: €8
Self-guided tour reduced price: €5
Guided tour full price: €10
Guided tour reduced price: €6
Our reduced prices apply to students up to the age of 25, young people aged 6 to 17, disabled people with a disability card and their chaperone, job seekers, holders of a CNAS (National Social Action Committee) card, those entitled to government-guaranteed minimums (RSA (Department of Social Security), ASS (Special Solidarity Grant), AAH (Disabled Adults Allowance), ATA (Temporary Homeless Allowance), AER (Early Retirement Pension), holders of a large family card, school group chaperones, and holders of a full price ticket from any of our partner companies (Gien Castle-Museum, Lorris Museum, Chamerolles Castle and Loire Marine Museum in Châteauneuf/Loire).
 

Free entry applies to children under 6, people who are wheelchair bound, holders of a tour guide card, museum staff (ICOM card, OCIM (Museum Cooperation and Information Office) card), tourist information office staff, members of the French Federation of Licensed Tour Guides and holders of a press card. 
For families, ask for our family rate which applies to 2 paying adults and 2 paying children: €22 

If you wish to come to the castle several times per year, grab an annual pass. Valid for one year, from date to date, you will be able to come as many times as you want for only €18.
 

If you are a group of at least 20 people, to access the castle, a ticket will only cost €5 per person (regardless of the time of the year) for a self-guided visit.
If you go for the guided tour, a price of €75 per group will be applied (Mondays to Saturdays) or €90 (Sundays and public holidays).

► IN SHORT:
The guided visit lasts an hour and a half. Reservation is required, you will be able to speak to our go-to group for a more personalised experience which will meet your expectations and our restrictions. If the guide is available, the visit is available in different foreign languages; French, English, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.