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France
France seduces travelers with iconic landmarks and cafe terraces, epic history and bustling village life. Experiences - and cuisine - to be savored.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Toulouse
The fantastic space museum on the city's eastern outskirts brings Toulouse's illustrious aeronautical history to life through hands-on exhibits, including…
Paris
There are different ways to experience the Eiffel Tower, from a daytime trip or an evening ascent amid twinkling lights, to a meal in one of its…
Paris
Home to Europe's largest collection of modern and contemporary art, Centre Pompidou has amazed and delighted visitors ever since it opened in 1977, not…
Touraine
Spanning the languid Cher River atop a graceful arched bridge, Chenonceau is one of France's most elegant châteaux. It's hard not to be moved and…
Paris
Visit Sainte-Chapelle on a sunny day when Paris’ oldest, finest stained glass (1242–48) is at its dazzling best. The chapel is famous for its stained…
Paris
It isn’t until you’re standing in the vast courtyard of the Louvre, with its glass pyramid and ornate façade, that you can truly say you’ve been to Paris.
The Loire Valley
If you only have time to visit one château in the Loire, you might as well make it the grandest – and Chambord is the most lavish of them all, and the…
Paris
It’s gruesome, ghoulish and downright spooky, but it never fails to captivate visitors. In 1785, the subterranean tunnels of an abandoned quarry were…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Things to Know
How do you greet someone with in France, and what are mealtime norms? Here’s everything you need to know before visiting l’Hexagone.
Read articleTransportation
From cycling to catching trains, buses and river barges, here's everything you need to know about getting around in France.
Read articleVisa Requirements
From visa-free travel in the Schengen Zone to working holidays, here's everything you need to know about the visa requirements for France.
Read articleMoney and Costs
France is a country associated with luxury, but with these top tips, it's possible to experience it on a limited budget.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
A Parisian break with children needn’t be a pain. Here’s our guide to traveling in France with children, whatever their age.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Hidden towns and rolling vineyards – France has it all on offer on a road trip. Explore this stunning country behind the wheel with our pick of the best.
Read articleSpending Diaries
Senior Director of Publishing Laura Motta shows us how she threw together a quick, inexpensive weekend in Bordeaux, France.
Read articlePlan with a local
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