Top 20 Experiences in Fontainebleau
Fontainebleau Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour
One of the largest royal châteaux in France is the Château de Fontainebleau, which housed French kings and queens for seven centuries. With a knowledgeable guide who will tell fascinating tales and history, you will see the opulent State Apartments and galleries on this 10-person small group tour. Explore the opulent apartments and admire the excellent design. View magnificent works created by Renaissance masters like Francesco Primaticcio and Rosso Fiorentino. We will visit Emperor Napoleon I and his wife Josephine's private lodgings after viewing the royal palaces. View the Pope's bedroom, the council chamber, and the throne room of Napoleon. Anecdotes concerning Napoleon's time at Fontainebleau will be related by our guide. We'll also stop at the Napoleon Museum, which houses one of the most significant collections of works of art related to Napoleon.
Fontainebleau Forest Half Day Hot-Air Balloon Ride with Chateau de Fontainebleau
Fly above the Fontainebleau Forest on a hot-air balloon ride that provides aerial views of the French countryside outside of Paris. During a morning or evening flight, look down on rivers, villages, and the vast forest, which was once the hunting ground of French kings, home to wild boar, deer, and pheasant. The ride takes place either just after sunrise or at the end of the day, when winds are calm and the air is cool and stable. The total adventure is about three hours, including balloon inflation, a 1-hour flight, a traditional toast upon landing, and return to the start point. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to a private tour for just two passengers and a pilot in the basket.
Private Tour in Fontainebleau Palace with Skip-The-Line Ticket
Your guide will guide you inside the castle to bring up to life this unique place, the Château de Fontainebleau which can proudly claim to have been a sovereign residence for eight centuries, where all members of French ruling dynasties, have lived within these walls. A visit to Fontainebleau opens up an unparalleled view of French history, art history and architecture.
Fontainebleau Palace : Private Guided Tour
Discover Château de Fontainebleau with an entry ticket and guided tour. Hear about the castle's history from your private guide, visit the grand apartments of the monarchy, and marvel at the immense ballroom. Meet your guide outside the palace and head inside. As you stroll, learn about the rich history of this impressive palace and how it morphed from a royal hunting lodge to the family home of the kings. Marvel at Italian Renaissance works from Primaticcio and Il Rosso, the founders of the School of Fontainebleau. Continue to the monarchs’ luxurious apartments, furnished in different styles from the Renaissance to the 19th century. Next, head to the impressive Francis 1st Gallery, decorated with frescoes and stucco in the Renaissance style. Then pass the impeccably decorated ballroom. Finish with a visit to the apartments of Emperor Napoleon Ist, including the beautiful imperial bedroom.
Half-Day Bouldering in Fontainebleau
This bouldering program in the Fontainebleau Forest is suitable for both beginners are more experienced climbers who wish to discover one of the best bouldering spots in the world. Located just 60 kilometers away from Paris, the forest is also a great spot to escape the city for a day and spend some time in nature. Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is performed without the use of harnesses or ropes and that is usually done on small rock formations. The Fontainebleau Forest is the perfect spot to give your first steps in the sport! Although you don’t need any climbing experience to participate, take into account that bouldering is quite physical and you do need a good fitness level. Our day together will be a great escape from the city but you’ll also get your exercise fix!