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Explore the Enchanting Beauty of France: A Travel Guide

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France is the quintessential travel destination. Home to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Palace of Versailles, you'll never run out of things to explore. From the vineyards of Bordeaux to the glittering Riviera, France is a country of diverse landscapes and cultures. Discover the country's rich history and cuisine, and experience joie de vivre in every corner of France.

France is a country located in Western Europe, known for its rich culture, stunning architecture, and delicious cuisine. From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the rolling hills of Provence, France offers a vast array of experiences for travelers of all types.

One of the most popular destinations in France is Paris, the "City of Light." Home to world-class museums, romantic cafés, and stunning architecture, Paris is a must-see for anyone visiting France. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral are just a few of the many iconic landmarks to explore. In addition to its stunning architecture, Paris is also known for its world-famous cuisine, including croissants, baguettes, and macarons.

Beyond Paris, France offers many other amazing destinations. The French Riviera, located on the country's southern coast, is known for its glamorous seaside resorts and beautiful beaches. Nice, Cannes, and Saint-Tropez are just a few of the many towns that make up this stunning region. In addition to its beaches, the French Riviera is also home to many world-class museums, including the Picasso Museum in Antibes.

Another popular region in France is Provence, known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. The lavender fields of Provence are a must-see for anyone visiting the region, and the ancient Roman city of Avignon is another popular destination. The region is also known for its delicious cuisine, including ratatouille and bouillabaisse.

France is also home to many world-class wineries, making it an excellent destination for wine lovers. The Bordeaux region, located in southwestern France, is known for its red wines, while the Champagne region is famous for its sparkling wine. Visitors can explore the vineyards and taste the wines at many of the local wineries.

Whether you're interested in culture, history, food, or wine, France has something to offer everyone. With its stunning architecture, natural beauty, and rich history, France is a must-see destination for any traveler.

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Popular Stays in France

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Plaza Hotel Capitole Toulouse

This attractive hotel is centrally located in the centre of Toulouse, directly on the famous Capitole Square. Guests will find transport links within a 2-minute walk, and many of the cultural attractions of Toulouse are within walking distance. Guests can take a ride on a barge down the tranquil, tree-lined Canal du Midi, or explore the city and its many beautiful churches, bridges, fountains and monuments. Rooms are spacious and modern with free high-speed internet access and ample work desk, ideal for business travel. The hotel also has an elegant restaurant with a refined Florentine-style patio, fitness centre with massage services, a staffed business centre with secretarial services, and five meeting rooms for business and social functions. With its central location and professional services, this hotel is ideal for both business and leisure travel.

Le Senat

Boasting a strategic position in the wonderful city of Paris, this luxurious and magnificent hotel is an ideal accommodation option both for business and leisure travellers. The property is set on the Rive Gauche of the Seine, being within easy reach from numerous sightseeing attractions. All guest rooms are lavishly appointed and completely equipped with a wide range of modern amenities for the utmost wellbeing of all hotel's visitors. Some of them also include a private terrace with panoramic views and all of them are decorated in a classical but comfortable style. Guests can pamper themselves at the on-site bar with a refreshing drink or a tasty snack and every morning enjoy a delicious, comprehensive breakfast buffet.

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Mercure Paris Opera Garnier

In the business district, close to Gare Saint-Lazare and the department stores, we have created a bucolic walk at the Mercure Paris OpÃ©ra Garnier. Built around an inner courtyard, enhanced by an exceptional vegetable wall, punctuated with wooden frames, imitating garden pergolas, the lobby plays with the interior and exterior borders. The rooms, like Parisian apartments, invite you to extend your walk.

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Hôtel L'échiquier Opéra Paris M Gallery

In Art Nouveau style with a contemporary twist, the 4-star L'Echiquier Opéra Paris hotel in central Paris is close to the theaters and cabarets of the Grands Boulevards and Opéra, the epicenter of French culture and art of living. Newly renovated, the hotel embodies its Belle Epoque heritage through wood detailing, mosaic floors and decorative painting. Our rooms and suites are ready to welcome you in a setting which is contemporary, yet which captures the one-of-a-kind ambiance of a Parisian apartment.

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Hyatt Paris Madeleine

A warm and intimate 5 star boutique hotel in the heart of Paris Ideally located in the 8th arrondissment, our 5 star hotel is within walking distance of the city's iconic attractions such as the Garnier Opera, Place de la Madeleine and the Champs Elysées. The hotel is also perfectly located for shopping in the most fashionable Parisian district. Our confidential and cosy hotel features 85 rooms & suites newly renovated, each offering a typically Parisian decoration. This 19th Haussmannian Residence also features two restaurants, Café M and La Chinoiserie, offering our chef's refined dishes, such as our Signature Menu, our daily #LeFrenchBreakfast or even the delicious Sunday brunch.

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Malte Astotel

This stunning hotel is strategically situated in Paris city centre, within easy reach from numerous points of interest, such as the Stock Exchange, the Louvre and Place des Victoires. The hotel is close to several chic departments stores and the main business districts of the city, being the perfect choice of accommodation when travellers come to the city for business or leisure. Boasting a classical decoration, all the accommodation units are perfectly appointed with modern amenities for a memorable stay. They count with a large bed for a truly restful night's sleep and a private bathroom with a shower or a bathtub. Guests can also enjoy a delicious daily breakfast buffet for added convenience. There is also a free snack back set every day during the afternoon in the lobby area.

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Pullman Paris Centre Bercy

The Pullman Paris Centre-Bercy is transformed and welcomes you in a creative and recreational address. Its direct accessibility to Gare de Lyon, airports and the heart of Paris makes the hotel a favorite place for Parisians and travelers. The place's architecture, Tom Dixon's interior design, the surprising service and the teams' disposition will make of your stay a vibrant experience.

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Villa Lutece Port Royal

Located near the Grand Bibliothèque (XVIIème arrondissement), this hotel has the most modern fittings and stylised décor. Its 39 rooms have a full bathroom, hair-drier, television and radio, and there are also 6 duplexes. The Villa Lutece Port Royale is a contemporary hotel with a creative, and unique décor, located near the Latin Quarter. The Villa has managed to harmoniously combine contemporary services and amenities with an imaginative artistic surroundings. The comfortable rooms have air-conditioning and for those who enjoy a little privacy, it is possible to order room service meals.

Things to do in France

Choose from a range of unique experiences and fun activities in France

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Private Battlefields Tour in Argonne from Paris in Van (2/7 travelers)

Travel with your own group (6 travelers maximum) and embark with your Driver and guide "Régis" aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan. Your Régis guide will tell you about the significant events of the First World War and the battles that took place here in the Argonne forest between 1914 and 1918. At the "Main de Massiges" you will walk in the middle of the trenches surrounded by hundreds of shell holes which evoke a lunar and apocalyptic scenery Discover the huge mine funnels at the top of the Vauquois hill and the remains of the trenches. Climb the 200 steps of the marble column of the American monument of Montfaucon then at the top admire the view of the valley which was the scene of the American offensive in September 1918. Visit the village of Varennes en Argonne where the King of France Louis XVI was arrested Pay homage to the fallen soldiers by walking through the largest American military cemetery (14,246 graves) in France at Romagne.

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WWI Belleau Wood & Meaux Museum of the Great War Private Day Trip from Paris

Immerse yourself in World War I history with a day trip from Paris north to France’s Picardy region. Visit Aisne and Marne, two major parts of the western front where some of the deadliest American battles occurred. See trenches and other traces of battle as you explore Belleau Wood, and pay your respects at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery. Head to nearby Meaux to visit the Museum of the Great War, a moving testament to the scope and tragedy of WWI.

Fort de Douamont (Exterior view in front of the fort)

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Private tour of the battlefields of Verdun from Paris in Van (2/7 travelers)

• Travel with your own group (7 participants maximum) and embark with your driver and guide "Régis" aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned Minivan. • In the hills and villages around Verdun, the scars of the battles of 1916 and 1917 (shell holes, destroyed villages, trenches and concrete casemates) are still visible and will plunge you into the hell of the fighting. • Discover this impressive 19th century fortified work "Le fort de Douamont" still housing its 155mm retractable cannon under an armored dome, then walk through the underground galleries of the fort • Pay homage to the 140,000 French soldiers who fell on the hills around Verdun in 1916 by visiting the National Military Necropolis and the Douamont ossuary. • Bathed in light, the terrace of the Museum of the Battle of Verdun opens onto the environment of the Memorial allowing visitors to discover the panorama of the battlefield.

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Private Tour of the WW1 Somme Battlefields from ARRAS

This tour covers the major sites of the Battles of the Somme in 1916 and 1918, it's an easy day trip coming from PARIS for the day (1h by train). Our tours start and finish just outside the ARRAS train station. we will cover the sites of the major 1916 battle: the impressive "Lochnagar" mine crater, Pozieres, the Thiepval memorial to the missing and the preserved battlefields of Beaumont-Hamel. After a lunch stop at Albert and a visit to the Somme 1916 underground museum we will head to the 1918 battlefields: Villers-Bretonneux Australian memorial and the new John Monash centre (if open on that day) and the sites of the famous August 1918 allied counter-offensive. After this moving day we will drive back to ARRAS.

Australian Memorial at Villers Bretonneux

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WW1 Australian Battlefield Day Tour from PARIS: Somme, Villers-Bretonneux...

This tour covers the sites where the Australians fought in the Somme in WW1: from the 1916 battle of Pozieres to Villers-Bretonneux where the Germans were halted in 1918. A great immersion into Australian history with an expert guide, each tour is unique: let us know if you are interested in visiting any specific site or grave in the area. All our tours are Private and/or personalised with a maximum of 7 passengers.

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Half a Day Private Battle of the Somme Tour

During these 4 hours of visit you will discover why the "Battle of the Somme" remains for the British the worst battle of their history. Your guide will tell you about the course of the battle, the reasons it took place, the results, but also the consequences of this war on soldiers, civilians, the landscape and the people of today. All Get-a-Guide guides are passionate about their work and will be happy to share their passion with you! Do not hesitate to contact us for more information !

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Full day Private Australian Battlefields Tour

This “One day Australian Tour” is absolutely brilliant! It covers most of the Australian sites in the Somme and also gets you into places that not everybody will take you to! You will learn about the different battles Australians got involved in, walk in trenches and also learn about French politics and culture whilst discovering the area.

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Versailles Palace and Park Private Guided Day Tour from Paris

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Palace and Park of Versailles on this private full-day tour from Paris. Follow a private guide though the beautiful state apartments, and gain insight into life here during the reign of Louis XIV of France and Queen Marie Antoinette in the 17th century. Explore the beautiful park and grounds, and visit top attractions including the Grand and Petit Trianon, and the Hameau de la Reine — the Queen’s Hamlet. This private 8-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Paris.

Why People Love France

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Craft a Unique Parisian luxury bag
Well organized and professional. I came away with an enviable handbag and one of the best souvenirs from Paris. Materials provided in workshop were ++++ and so many options to customize. Thank you to all the staff at MiniMeLand!

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Guided Eiffel Tower Climbing Tour with Summit Access
My partner and I booked this guided climb up the Eiffel Tower stairs. We trained for months in preparation. We arrived at the appointed time and place but were not informed that the tour had changed. When I realized we were in line for the Eiffel Tower elevator, I asked the guide and he said our ...

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Private Photoshoot with the Iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris
We loved the final pictures and the entire experience! Angelica was super nice and made us feel really comfortable during the photoshoot!

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Frequently Asked Questions about France

What are some of the must-visit attractions in Paris?

There are so many must-visit attractions in Paris, it's hard to know where to start! The Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, and the Champs-lyses are all popular spots. However, there are also many lesser-known attractions that are worth checking out, such as the Muse d'Orsay, the Montmartre neighborhood, and the Sainte-Chapelle.

What are some fun activities to do in the French countryside?

The French countryside offers a variety of activities, from hiking and biking to wine tasting and hot air ballooning. Some popular destinations include the Loire Valley, Provence, and the French Alps. In the Loire Valley, you can visit charming chteaux and sample local wines. Provence is known for its lavender fields and picturesque villages. The French Alps offer skiing and snowboarding during the winter months.

What are some of the best museums to visit in France?

France is home to many world-renowned museums. In addition to the Louvre, some other must-visit museums include the Muse d'Orsay, the Pompidou Center, and the Muse Rodin in Paris. Outside of Paris, the Muse Picasso in Antibes, the Muse Matisse in Nice, and the Muse des Beaux-Arts in Lyon are all worth a visit.

What are some great places to stay in Paris?

Paris has a variety of accommodations to suit all budgets and preferences. Some popular options include the Htel Plaza Athne, the Ritz Paris, and the Four Seasons Hotel George V. For a more affordable option, there are many charming boutique hotels and bed and breakfasts throughout the city. Alternatively, you could rent an apartment or stay in a hostel.

What is the best time of year to visit France?

The best time to visit France depends on what you want to do and see. If you're interested in skiing or winter sports, the French Alps are best visited during the winter months. Spring and fall are popular times to visit for mild weather and fewer crowds. Summer is peak tourist season, with many visitors flocking to the beaches and other attractions. However, this is also when many shops and restaurants close for vacation.

What are some of the best restaurants in Paris?

Paris is known for its world-class cuisine, and there are many excellent restaurants to choose from. Some popular options include Le Jules Verne, Le Comptoir du Relais, and Guy Savoy. For a more casual meal, there are many charming brasseries and bistros throughout the city. Be sure to try some French classics like escargots, foie gras, and steak frites.

What are some of the best shopping destinations in France?

France is known for its high-end fashion and luxury goods. Some popular shopping destinations include the Avenue des Champs-lyses and the Galeries Lafayette in Paris. For more unique finds, head to the flea markets in Saint-Ouen, which offer everything from antique furniture to vintage clothing. The city of Marseille is known for its soap, and the town of Limoges is famous for its porcelain.

What are some family-friendly activities in France?

France offers many family-friendly activities, from amusement parks and zoos to museums and castles. Disneyland Paris is a popular destination for families with young children. The Cit des Sciences et de l'Industrie in Paris is an interactive museum that is sure to keep kids entertained. The Loire Valley is home to many beautiful chteaux that kids will love exploring.

What are some of the best beaches in France?

France has a long coastline and many beautiful beaches to choose from. Some popular destinations include the French Riviera, the beaches of Normandy, and the island of Corsica. The Cte d'Azur is known for its glamorous beaches and seaside resorts. Normandy is home to the D-Day landing beaches and many charming seaside towns. Corsica is a rugged island with crystal-clear waters and stunning scenery.

What are some of the best wine regions to visit in France?

France is known for its wine, and there are many regions to choose from. Some popular destinations include Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Loire Valley. Bordeaux is known for its red wines, while Burgundy is famous for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Loire Valley produces a variety of wines, including Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc. Many wineries offer tours and tastings.