Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal
all
you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to France.
Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from people-watching in one of Bordeaux's atmospheric cafe-filled squares to cycling through one of the world's most famous vineyards in La Voie des Vignes, and paragliding over Lake Annecy.
Build a trip to remember
with
Lonely Planet's
France
Travel Guide:
Our classic guidebook format
provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning
multi-week trips
Updated with an all new structure and design
so you can navigate France and connect experiences together with ease
Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries
for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights
from exploring the iconic Eiffel Tower to visiting troglodytes in the Loire, and riding the Aiguille du Midi cable car
Special features
on wine tasting explained, hiking and skiing guide, Paris walking tours
Expert local recommendations
on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
Essential information toolkit
containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
Connect with French culture through stories
that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
including a
pull out map of Paris
Covers
Paris, Lille, Flanders & the Somme, Normandy, Brittany, Champagne, Alsace, Lorraine, The Loire, Burgundy, Lyon, the Rhône Valley & the Auvergne, French Alps & Jura, Bordeaux to Biarritz, Dordogne & Lot, Languedoc-Roussillon, Toulouse & the Pyrenees, Provence, Côte d’Azur & Monaco, Corsica
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the
heart
of this extraordinary country with
France.