From the boulevards of Paris to the fashionable seaside resorts of the Côte d’Azur, France offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Fairy-tale castles, glorious cathedrals, and picture-perfect villages delight romantics. At the same time, the country’s contemporary monuments and rapid train transit jolt visitors from the storybook surroundings into the ambience of the 21st century.
Begin with the Eiffel Tower, the modern emblem of France. Then discover famous masterpieces of art at the Louvre Museum. Spend a day pretending to be royalty at the elegant Palace of Versailles. Save time for leisurely gourmet meals. Traditional French gastronomy has been inscribed on the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Savor the country’s irresistible charm and learn about the best things to do with our list of the top attractions in France
Eiffel Tower
Musée du Louvre
Château de Versailles
Côte d’Azur
Mont Saint-Michel
Loire Valley Châteaux
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres
Provence
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Alsace Villages
Carcassonne
Rocamadour
Prehistoric Cave Paintings in Lascaux