Château d'Amboise Audio Guide
Explore Château d'Amboise with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
The Château d'Amboise is a historic royal château situated in the town of Amboise, France. It played a significant role in French history, serving as a residence for French kings and a cultural hub during the Renaissance.
What you will hear
The Town Below: Rue de la Concorde
Connecting the château to the medieval town of Amboise. Features the verified street POI and a historic timber-framed house that illustrates the architectural context of the royal residence's neighbors.
The Merchant's Half-Timbered House
Traditional timber-framed houses, with their characteristic exposed beams and brick infill, offer a glimpse into the everyday lives of the merchants who lived beneath the royal castle.
The Tomb of Leonardo da Vinci
The final resting place of the Renaissance polymath. This stop covers the interior of the chapel and the solemn site where Leonardo's remains were moved after the original church's destruction.
The Tomb of Leonardo da Vinci
Within this quiet chapel lies the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, the ultimate Renaissance man who spent his final years in the service of the French crown.
The Great Council Hall
The Salle des États where the King held court. It is famous for its massive fireplaces featuring the emblems of the French crown and the Duchy of Brittany.
Pillars of Power
The central pillars of the Great Council Hall are adorned with royal symbols that commemorate the historic union between the Kingdom of France and the Duchy of Brittany.
The Great Council Hall
The Great Council Hall was the political heart of the château, a cavernous space where the King met with his advisors and conducted the business of the state.
The Hall of the Drummers
Named for the musicians who accompanied royal festivities. This room serves as a transition into the more private royal apartments.
The Hall of the Drummers
Named for the musicians who once filled this space with sound, the Hall of the Drummers served as a lively gateway between the public council halls and the private royal apartments.
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