Chinon
Travel Guide





Visit Chinon
Where to stay in Chinon

Old Town
Old Town is well-liked for its wineries. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Chinon area, you might plan a trip to Maison de la Riviere or Domaine Couly-Dutheil.

Best Western Hotel De France
All good.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Hôtel Rive Sud
This hotel is really cute. Super clean, nice hosts, good breakfast and a walk from the main square and the elevator to the fortress.
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or
The room was dated but clean and quiet and the hotel provided everything we needed for a one night stopover breaking a very long car journey. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel
After seeing mixed reviews I had been concerned but for the price we paid this place is amazing. We were lucky to have been upgraded to a 2 bedroom apt, which I would book first time if we came again as see that the one bed would be small for 4. It had everything we needed (except a fan) Like everyone ...
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur
Excellent!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance
A very safe and quiet area. The houses are comfortable and have reasonable amenities. The village has lots to offer.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2019
Popular places to visit

Forteresse Royale de Chinon
Forteresse Royale de Chinon is just one of the places to see in Chinon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Château de la Grille
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Château de la Grille during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Maison de la Riviere
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maison de la Riviere in Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Domaine Couly-Dutheil
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Domaine Couly-Dutheil during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Maison Couly Dutheil
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Maison Couly Dutheil during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Pierre et Bertrand Couly
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Pierre et Bertrand Couly during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails.
Things to do

Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties

Chinon Vintage Tour: Tour the town in a Combi VW

Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch

Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience

Private Half-Day Excursion Departing from Chinon

