When it comes to the arts and craftsmanship, Tours has no shortage of attractions on offer! Visit its museums and acquaint yourself with the “Italian primitives” and Touraine’s age-old craftsmanship; set off in discovery of the city centre’s art galleries or the latest contemporary exhibition everyone’s talking about. It’s all part of “the art of living Touraine-style”…

Price: €6.50 (public price: €7.50) Nestling in the Indre valley, the Château de Saché was one of Honoré de Balzac's favourite places of inspiration, and today houses a museum dedicated to this great writer. The furnished rooms recreate the atmosphere of the 19th century, and the exhibition rooms display the collections, which include some 2,300 items: furniture, old editions, manuscripts (including three collections of corrected proofs of Le Lys dans la vallée), sculptures (including several original works by Auguste Rodin), paintings, prints, drawings and photographs. The two-hectare park invites you to contemplate the surrounding countryside, from the village of Saché to the Indre valley. Shows, readings, workshops and themed tours.

The perfect package for a 4-day cycling adventure along the Loire à Vélo route between Tours and Orléans. The Loire à Vélo Pass is an all-inclusive package (excluding accommodation and dinner) that lets you explore the Loire Valley at your own pace, without worrying about the logistics. Over 4 days, take the time to visit iconic châteaux, wander through picturesque villages, savour local specialities and enjoy countless discoveries along the Loire. With bike pick-up and drop-off available at four locations—Tours, Amboise, Blois and Orléans—you are free to create your own itinerary and enjoy a flexible point-to-point cycling holiday. Your Pass includes: Classic bike hire with helmet (electric bikes available for an additional charge). 4 lunches and 4 afternoon snacks to enjoy at participating partner venues. Admission to the Loire Valley's major attractions, including Chambord, Chenonceau, Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau and Chaumont-sur-Loire, as well as numerous museums, gardens and guided tours. Wine and local food tastings. More than 60 exclusive offers and benefits from partner restaurants, attractions, leisure activities and local shops along the route. >> Discover all the Pass benefits HERE You'll love: An all-in-one package for a carefree cycling holiday, including bike hire, meals, visits and tastings. A truly immersive experience combining heritage, nature, gastronomy and the unique Loire Valley way of life. The freedom to plan your own route, with bike pick-up and drop-off in Tours, Amboise, Blois or Orléans.

Duration: 1 day - Price: €28 This is THE ideal pass for an urban and cultural getaway in Tours! It allows you to enjoy the city's museums and surrounding castles, and to access the destination's must-see attractions in complete freedom. This Pass gives you free access to 9 tourist and cultural sites in Tours and the surrounding area: Tours Castle, Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre, Museum of Fine Arts, Compagnonnage Museum, Natural History Museum, Cloître de la Psalette, Prieuré Saint-Cosme, Villandry Castle and Gardens, Azay-le-Rideau Castle, Hôtel Goüin, Cave de Vouvray, Les Grandes Caves Saint Roch. You can also enjoy a guided walking tour of Tours and a commentary tour of the city on a mini train (from April to October). On presentation of your Tours City Pass, you can also enjoy exclusive benefits with our partners: 10% discount on canoe hire in Vouvray 10% discount on a ride in a 2CV 10% discount on your drinks at Au Temps des Rois, Place Plumereau 5% discount at the Atelier Saint Michel 10% discount at Fromages de Camille A complimentary bottle of Vouvray brut or demi-sec for two Tours City Pass holders who have booked a ‘From the vine to the glass’ tasting tour, an introduction to wine tasting or a wine course with Rendez-vous dans les Vignes 5% discount on a sidecar ride 10% discount on cookery courses and wine workshops...

Duration: 2 days - Price: €38 This is THE ideal pass for an urban and cultural getaway in Tours! It allows you to enjoy the city's museums and surrounding castles, and to access the destination's must-see attractions in complete freedom. This Pass gives you free access to 9 tourist and cultural sites in Tours and the surrounding area: Tours Castle, Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre, Museum of Fine Arts, Compagnonnage Museum, Natural History Museum, Cloître de la Psalette, Prieuré Saint-Cosme, Villandry Castle and Gardens, Azay-le-Rideau Castle, Hôtel Goüin, Cave de Vouvray, Les Grandes Caves Saint Roch. You can also enjoy a guided walking tour of Tours and a commentary tour of the city on a mini train (from April to October). On presentation of your Tours City Pass, you can also enjoy exclusive benefits with our partners: 10% discount on canoe hire in Vouvray 10% discount on a ride in a 2CV 10% discount on your drinks at Au Temps des Rois, Place Plumereau 5% discount at the Atelier Saint Michel 10% discount at Fromages de Camille A complimentary bottle of Vouvray brut or demi-sec for two Tours City Pass holders who have booked a ‘From the vine to the glass’ tasting tour, an introduction to wine tasting or a wine course with Rendez-vous dans les Vignes 5% discount on a sidecar ride 10% discount on cookery courses and wine workshops...