Nice
#10
Glamorous Nice occupies a picturesque spot along the French Riviera. Beach bums and culture hounds alike will enjoy the city’s pebbly shores, engaging museums, boutique shops and Baroque-style palaces. Be sure to stroll along the coastline’s Promenade des Anglais and pick up some fresh flowers and produce at the vibrant Cours Saleya market, located in old town.
Normandy
#9
Despite its war-filled past, this region in northern France is also a place of great beauty and culture. Étretat’s white cliffs are a great place to take in the area’s natural scenery. Then, visit the region’s capital city, Rouen, to admire works of art at the Musée des Beaux-Arts and stroll past the quaint half-timbered houses.
French Alps
#8
If your ideal French vacation involves a little more nature and a little less city, head to the French Alps. Here, you’ll find some of the best ski slopes in Europe, as well as beautiful scenery that rivals any work of art or architecture. In summer, the typically snow-covered mountains thaw just enough to create perfect conditions for hiking and biking.
Avignon
#7
To see some of France’s most spectacular art and architecture, head to Avignon. This city in southeastern France is full of stunning structures, including the 14th-century Palais des Papes, the largest Gothic palace in the world, and the arched bridge, Pont d’Avignon. A number of can’t-miss museums are spread throughout Avignon as well, such as the Musée Angladon.
Colmar
#6
It’s easy to see why Colmar, located in the heart of Alsace’s wine region, is considered one of France’s most beautiful cities. Colorful houses that look as if they belong in a fairy tale line the Little Venice district, where you can take a boat tour through Colmar’s canals or reach boutiques and eateries on foot.
Montpellier
#5
Sunny Montpellier glows with a combination of old world charm and a trendy university lifestyle. This city in the south of France evokes Parisian appeal with Haussmann architecture and stylish promenades. And like Paris, adornment is everywhere in Montpellier, from fashionable boutiques to street art to France’s oldest botanical garden.
Toulouse
#4
Dubbed La Ville Rose due to the prominence of distinctive clay bricks in its architecture, Toulouse is a feast for the eyes. Throughout this city, which is located in the South of France, you’ll find marvels like the neoclassical Le Capitole on the main square, the stately Basilica of Saint-Sernin (an 11th-century UNESCO site) and the Hôtel d’Assézat, which houses a noteworthy art gallery.
Mont Saint-Michel
#3
Rising above the sea like a castle in a fairy tale, Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy is one of France’s most-visited sights. Legend says the archangel Michael, the island’s namesake, repeatedly appeared to Bishop Aubert of Avranches in dreams, telling him to build a church on top of the island in A.D. 708. Since its completion, it has become an important pilgrimage site for Christians and European intellectuals.
Strasbourg
#2
The capital of the Alsace region offers the perfect mix of French and German culture thanks to its location on the France-Germany border. While here, travelers should see Strasbourg’s Gothic-style cathedral and stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Petite France quarter with its half-timbered houses and postcard-worthy waterways.
Paris
#1
As the world’s best place to visit, it’s no surprise that the electrifying City of Light tops this list. France’s capital city is a year-round tourist destination with iconic attractions like the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower and incredible architecture (think: the dazzling Basilique du Sacré-Coeur). Not to mention, Paris offers unparalleled dining and shopping scenes and more museums than you could hope to visit in one trip. Keep in mind, Paris is often flooded with tourists and room rates can be pricey. If you’re looking for a deal, travel in winter or early spring.
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