With the Summer Olympics in Paris this year, there are plenty of reasons to visit France. Consider a trip to the Loire Valley, offering new experiences for travelers in 2024.

Le Lab Hotel © David-Emmanuel Cohen

Book a stay at a new or soon-to-open hotel. Le Lab Hotel opened in February in Tours, with 41 guestrooms and suites. Maison Rabelais in Amboise debuts this month with 32 rooms and apartments, a spa, and a pool. Slated to debut this summer, Le Domaine de la Tremblère in Arthon is housed in a 19^th-century building.

Château du Clos Lucé © L. de Serres

Domain de Chaumont-sur-Loire hosts its annual International Garden Festival through Nov. 3. This year’s theme is Life-Source Garden. Château de Sancerre estate opens its doors to the public for the first time in celebration of its 150^th anniversary. The estate will be open through Sept. 22 before closing to undergo renovations ahead of its 2025 debut as a hotel.

© Erwan Fiquet

Saint-Hubert Chapel at Château Royal d’Amboise reopened to visitors June 1 following a massive, 2.5-year restoration. The chapel houses the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci. Through Sept. 22, the Château will host a special exhibition of works from the artist. Da Vinci fans may also visit Château du Clos-Lucé through Sept. 15 for the special exhibit, Leonardo da Vinci and the Perfumes of the Renaissance.

During the Olympics, Châteauroux will host shooting events at Châteauroux Shooting Center.