10 Things to Do in Blois That You Shouldn't Miss

March 11, 2018 Concepcion Newsome

Blois in France, from Europe region, is best know for Historic Sites. Discover best things to do in Blois with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
Restaurants in Blois

1. Chateau Royal de Blois

6 Place du Chateau, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 90 33 33
Excellent
46%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

Chateau Royal de Blois

The Royal Chateau of Blois is your gateway into the Val de Loire. The Royal Chateau of Blois is the first important place to discover as you come from Paris. It is a true synthesis of the art and history of the Loire Valley chateaux, and makes it an ideal introduction for your visit.The rich architecture of the four different wings echoes the diversity of styles of the many chateaux built in the Loire Valley from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century.

Reviewed By Tinde_K - Moscow, Russia

Wonderful and unique chateau with facades facing courtyard in four different styles. The interior is flamboyant and colourful and there's a small art gallery as a part of the exhibition. Very much worth its money. One of the must see chateaus in the Loire Valley.

2. Les Jardins de l’Ancien Eveche

Place Saint-Louis, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 44 50 50
Excellent
44%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 104 reviews

Les Jardins de l’Ancien Eveche

Reviewed By Clark C

The children's playground really helped provide a break for our toddler, and children up to about ten years old were enjoying it. The Gardens are pretty, and the view over Blois and the Loire river was great. Sat on a bench for a while enjoying the view of the Gardens below; did not go down a level to walk through the Gardens, although others did so. Then we went to the playground, which was mostly shaded. Very nice.

3. Office de Tourisme de Blois Chambord

23 Place du Chateau, 41043, Blois, France +33 2 54 90 41 41
Excellent
50%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 223 reviews

Office de Tourisme de Blois Chambord

Reviewed By Jean S - Ashby de la Zouch, United Kingdom

We went into the tourist office as we were dues to meet a tour guide there. Not one member of the staff spoke to us, approached us, asked us if we needed any help or if we were OK, even though we sat on stools looking at literature for at least 10 minutes. Disappointing.

4. Blois Cathedral

Place Saint-Louis, 41000, Blois, France
Excellent
30%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 172 reviews

Blois Cathedral

Reviewed By HvPssptWilTrvl - Newton, Massachusetts

This is not one of the most impressive cathedrals in France but it is all Blois has to offer so spend a few hours and visit this remarkable building. Late Gothic, the church as had a long and difficult history and little remains of the original structure. Between storms and wars it has been reconstructed and/or rehabilitated right up thru the twentieth century. If you have a full day to spend in Blois, park in the public lot next to the chateau then, in this order, visit the Chateau, the old city neighborhood under the chateau, walk to the Cathedral and, last, hotel de ville.

5. Eglise Saint-Nicolas

rue Saint Laumer, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 78 17 90
Excellent
32%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 101 reviews

Eglise Saint-Nicolas

Reviewed By David E - Peterborough, United Kingdom

There are some places that seem to exude peace, tranquillity, even a spirituality. Religious or not I don't think you will be untouched by the patina of prayer this ancient building displays in its stones, altar, side chapels and most magnificent model stained glass windows. After wandering through the old quarter of Blois it is very difficult not to end up at the Abbey. Do venture in - it is well worth it.

6. Escalier Denis Papin

41000, Blois, France
Excellent
30%
Good
58%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 52 reviews

Escalier Denis Papin

Reviewed By DrHollyP - Boston, Massachusetts

At the top of these partially blue stairs in the center of the city, we relished the view of the street running straight through Blois. If you're standing at the top of the stairs, I highly recommend starting by looking at the view below you and then allowing your gaze to follow the street as far out from where you're standing as you can. A very cool, scenic view awaits.

7. Eglise Saint-Vincent-de-Paul

Place Victor Hugo, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 90 41 41
Excellent
43%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Eglise Saint-Vincent-de-Paul

Reviewed By paul j j - Diss, United Kingdom

This is an interesting church in this pretty town. Enjoy the peacefulness, the tranquillity and if you are fortumnate to hit on a service time enjoy the moving ritual of the Mass and stay awhile , compose yourselves and feel a quietude which is very uplifting.
Not as grand as the main church but nonetheless a worthwhile visit

8. Basilique Notre-Dame De La Trinite

14 rue Monin, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 56 77 70
Excellent
48%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 59 reviews

Basilique Notre-Dame De La Trinite

Reviewed By grafran - Hampshire, UK

The building is very interesting. There are beatiful Gardens nearby with lovely views over the town and river.

9. Maison de la Magie

1 Place du Chateau, 41000, Blois, France +33 2 54 90 33 33
Excellent
21%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
10%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 815 reviews

Maison de la Magie

Reviewed By Lidija_DD - Serbia

I guess it`s ok if you visit with children, otherwise I wouldn`t bother. The interactive exibition on the gound floor is interesting and there is a part about the history of magic but the signage is poor and it was very crowded during our visit so we couldn`t really enjoy it. The first floor was pretty boring except for a lady doing a card trick show. I liked the illusions on the third floor and the show that runs a few times a day is ok for kids but I found the place pretty chaotic - working hours, signage, show time, everything.

10. Fondation du Doute

Rue de la Paix, Blois, France +33 2 54 55 37 40
Excellent
39%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
7%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 125 reviews

Fondation du Doute

Reviewed By Rob S

A slightly out of the way museum of Lettrisme and the work of Dadaists, Surrealists and French conceptual artists such as Duschamp and others such as Dali and Man Ray and later international art stars such as the group Fluxus which has local roots. This is a living institution, not the usual dead collection. This museum has an excellent **top rate** cafe which is undiscovered. The aim of the museum is to make you rethink what art is, what it is for and how it can improve and ennoble your life. This is a must see and proof that locals still have tricks up their sleeves.

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