Title: Visit Chinon: Best of Chinon Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Chinon-Hotels.d11380.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Chinon-Vacation-Rentals.d11380.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Chinon.d11380.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Chinon.d11380.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Chinon Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Chinon.d11380.Car-Rental-Guide)[Chinon Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Chinon.d11380.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Chinon ## Travel Guide ![Indre-et-Loire featuring a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/131000/131577-Indre-Et-Loire-Department.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Indre-et-Loire showing a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/131000/131561-Indre-Et-Loire-Department.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474265-Chinon-Indre-Et-Loire.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474262-Chinon-Indre-Et-Loire.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Indre-et-Loire showing a castle, heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/133000/133073-Forteresse-Royale-De-Chinon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Chinon Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Chinon ![Indre-et-Loire showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/131000/131579-Indre-Et-Loire-Department.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Chinon-Old-Town.dx553248621533048970) - Chinon Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Chinon ![Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1166100/1166006/0fa87c38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or 10 Place Jeanne D Arc, Chinon, Indre-et-Loire CA $93 CA $105 total Oct 11 - Oct 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Domaine Couly-Dutheil and Le Clos de l'Echo ... 7.6/10 Good! (184 reviews) "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 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F10%2F2025&endDate=12%2F10%2F2025&selected=1166006&PinnedHotelID=1166006&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11380) ![Hôtel Rive Sud](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4310000/4302800/4302710/0c7d8268_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hôtel Rive Sud 19 Rue Du Raineau, Chinon, Indre-et-loire CA $122 CA $138 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Royal Fortress of Chinon ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (94 reviews) Cute family run hotel "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 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F10%2F2025&endDate=13%2F10%2F2025&selected=4302710&PinnedHotelID=4302710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11380) ![Best Western Hotel De France](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/63400/63328/903841ee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Hotel De France 47, 49 Place Du General De Gaulle, Chinon, Indre-et-loire CA $118 CA $133 total Oct 23 - Oct 24 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Le Clos de l'Echo and Royal Fortress ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (184 reviews) "Great location in centre of town with nearby parking available." Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F10%2F2025&endDate=24%2F10%2F2025&selected=63328&PinnedHotelID=63328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11380) [See all 1,184 properties in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F10%2F2025&endDate=12%2F10%2F2025®ionId=11380) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26560000/26550800/26550749/0b207c09_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel 4 Rue du Pavé Neuf, Chinon Stay at this 3-star residence in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Maison de la Riviere and Royal Fortress of ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews) "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 [](https://expedia.ca/Chinon-Hotels-Residence-Odalys-Le-Clos-Saint-Michel.h26550749.Hotel-Information) ![Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116587800/116587721/ac1c6288_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur 11 Rue des Carabiniers de Monsieur, Saumur Stay at this aparthotel in Saumur. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Cavalry Museum and Maison de Vin are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews) "Lovely spacious accommodation, very good value for money, and good location, but it is a care home for the elderly, so a weird unexpected environment." Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Saumur-Hotels-Zenitude-Hotel-Residences-Saumur.h116587721.Hotel-Information) ![3500 SQF/HISTORIC HOUSE WITH WARMED POOL IN THE OLD SAUMUR/GREAT VIEWS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34070000/34066100/34066056/88150c9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 3500 SQF/HISTORIC HOUSE WITH WARMED POOL IN THE OLD SAUMUR/GREAT VIEWS SAUMUR Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Saumur. Enjoy private pools, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Château de Saumur and Maison ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews) "Massive thank you to Gilles and his wife for an amazing stay at this property. The photos, whilst accurate, do not do the house justice. It is truly amazing (and huge). We stayed for 2 weeks. Location is perfect, right in the heart of Saumur. Check in was easy and it was lovely to be met at the property ..." Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Saumur-Hotels-3500-Sqfhistoric-House-With-Warmed-Pool-IN-THE-OLD-Saumurgreat-Views.h34066056.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=11380&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Fortress-Of-Chinon-Chinon.d6107726.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Chateau-De-La-Grille-Chinon.d6212968.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Maison-De-La-Riviere-Chinon.d6107730.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Domaine-Couly-Dutheil-Chinon.d6212978.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Maison-Couly-Dutheil-Chinon.d6184867.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Pierre-Et-Bertrand-Couly-Chinon.d553248621532503693.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1066630/2a029715-de99-4e69-be71-c0a61f6e800e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties CA $77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/epicurean-discovery-tour-with-wine-local-specialties.a1066630.activity-details) ![The picnic table ready for your lunch!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1066629/02d9c56c-4109-4fa8-8087-18bbe53a42f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience CA $124 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/picnic-in-the-vines-a-unique-loire-wine-experience.a1066629.activity-details) ![Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48049067/8634a511-8b4b-46d2-abfa-fa5c99120a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch CA $520 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/chinon-bicycle-tour-of-saumur-wineries-with-picnic-lunch.a48049067.activity-details) [See all activities in Chinon](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Chinon.d11380.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Chinon - Places of interest [Ligre](https://expedia.ca/Ligre.dx6213522) - [Royal Abbey of Fontevaud](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Abbey-Of-Fontevaud-Fontevraud-lAbbaye.d6107756.Vacation-Attraction) - [Château de Sonnay](https://expedia.ca/Chateau-De-Sonnay-Cravant-les-Coteaux.d553248635928789677.Vacation-Attraction) - [Musée des Blindés](https://expedia.ca/Musee-Des-Blindes-Saumur.d553248621533049148.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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