Few cities can be commended for their ability to awe their audiences as much as Paris. Famously regarded worldwide as the city of love, lights, and opportunity, Paris is a hub for tourists from all over.
However, France's popularity cannot be solely attributed to its capital city. Spanning snowy mountains, lavender fields, ancient cities, and sleepy seaside villages, France truly does offer incredible experiences for travellers no matter their passions: sport, art, history, music, food, wine, or something else! Every part of France offers something unique.
Thus, it comes as little surprise that France attracts 85 million visitors per year and tops the charts as the most travelled-to country in the world. Can you guess which French cities and regions attract the most tourists? Here's a hint: look at the images below!
Here are France's five top tourist destinations:
Paris
French Riviera
Provence
Loire Valley
French Alps
Did you guess them right? Leave a comment on our social media post about which region you'd most love to visit (or have visited!).
As mentioned, France is an incredibly diverse nation whose rich and varied culture can be observed in its different regions. Each area offers its own special cuisine, attractions, exhibitions, museums, art, history, music and dance.
One can travel the length of France and the many distinct landscapes can give the impression of travelling through several continents! Just observe the stark difference between the sceneries below (all are found in France!).
One of the primary reasons that tourists flock to France - which you may have already guessed - is the sheer beauty of the country's landscape. France is home to 49 UNESCO World Heritage sites including medieval towns and fortresses, castles, religious buildings, and other natural landscapes. In comparison, Australia is home to 20 UNESCO sites.
France's UNESCO sites are closely tied to its rich and extensive history. Many symbolic buildings have a significant place in France's history and have since been recognised as places of cultural preservation and protection. For example, Mont Saint-Michel is a UNESCO site off the coast of northwest France, built as a church in the eighth century. To this day, it remains a destination for pilgrims and travellers.
French historic monuments are incredibly popular for the immersive cultural experience they offer visitors. Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris is the city's largest park and cemetery. Many tourists flock here to see the resting place of some of the world's most famous and respected historical figures. The gravestones of author Oscar Wilde and musician Jim Morrison lie here.
Other historical sites that are popular among French-visiting tourists are:
Nîmes Arena (home to the traditional Roman games)
WWII D-Day landing beaches in Normandy
Paris catacombs
Strasbourg Cathedral
Lascaux Caves
How many of these places have you visited? Leave a comment below!
Alongside its cultural and historical sites, France's centrality as a travel connector with the rest of Europe makes it an advantageous tourist destination. The 'hexagon' is nestled snugly among other European tourist hotspots: Spain, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, and of course, the United Kingdom. France is extremely well-connected, not only by border proximity but also through its ample transport options like flights, trains, and buses.
If it has been your life-long dream to experience the rich French culture, lifestyle, and scenery mentioned above, our Jewels of the North tour may be right for you! Departing in April, May, and September of 2025, this tour encourages our travellers to delve into France’s northern historical and culinary heritage. This trip features unforgettable destinations like Mont Saint-Michel, the gardens of Giverny, and Amiens.
At France Travel Solutions, we aim to show you only the best of France. Our small-group tours of France are authentic, memorable, and completely hassle-free. We do the work to ensure your travel experience is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
If this post has sparked your interest in voyaging to France, take the next step and contact us today! We offer a variety of tours; simply let us know what you want your French travel experience to look like and we'll match you to one of our five specially designed tours. Or read about them for yourself here. We can't wait to hear from you.
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