Best Places to Visit in France - Travel 2024
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00:00France For more than two decades, France has reigned
00:17as the world's most popular tourist destination, receiving 82 million foreign tourists annually.
00:23People from all over the world are drawn to France's sophisticated culture, dazzling
00:27landmarks, exquisite cuisine, fine wines, romantic chateaus, and picturesque countryside.
00:33Here's a look at the best places to visit in France.
00:57Number 10.
01:16Marseille One of Europe's oldest cities and France's
01:19second largest city, Marseille is a major Mediterranean seaport located off the southeast
01:25coast of France.
01:26Boasting an idyllic climate, Roman ruins, and medieval architecture, Marseille is also
01:31a working city, with several universities and industries.
01:35At the core of Marseille is its old port.
01:38Dominated by two historic forts, this bustling harbor is lined with waterfront cafes, shops,
01:44and bars.
01:45One of Marseille's best natural attractions, the Calanques, are a series of small inlets
01:50with astonishing blue water and majestic limestone cliffs.
02:20Number 9.
02:47Lyon
02:49The third-largest city in the country, Lyon is located where the RhĂ´ne and Seine rivers
02:53join.
02:54Its strategic location has enabled it to attract merchants to the city ever since it was founded
02:59by the Romans in 43 BC.
03:02An orderly and sophisticated place, Renaissance buildings dot its streets.
03:06Lyon seamlessly mixes the new with the old, with a rich cultural heritage that encompasses
03:11gastronomic delights and a fine architecture.
03:14Lyon Cathedral is one of the most impressive sites, and the old town is lovely to walk
03:19around.
03:20Make sure to try some of the sumptuous cuisine before you continue on your way.
03:45Number 8.
03:56Strasbourg
03:57Capital of Alsace, Strasbourg has a stunning historical center and occupies a strategic
04:03setting on the west bank of the RhĂ´ne.
04:05Consequently, it has been fought over by France and Germany throughout its long history.
04:10Now, however, the glassy European Union buildings glitter in the sun and, along with the teeming
04:16student body, help to give a modern air to this ancient city.
04:20The Gothic cathedral is simply stunning to behold, as is the delightful La Petite France
04:25that is home to the old part of town.
04:40Number 7.
04:50Loire Valley
04:51About a two-hour's drive south of Paris, the Loire Valley is a region regarded for
04:56its spectacular scenery, picturesque vineyards, and historic villages.
05:01The valley's biggest attraction is its large number of chateaus scattered throughout the
05:05rolling green hills.
05:07Ranging from grand country manors to defense fortresses and luxurious palaces, these chateaus
05:13were built by French nobility.
05:15The valley is also home to many wineries that offer tours and wine tastings.
05:35Number 6.
05:43Bordeaux
05:44Straddling the banks of the Garonne River, Bordeaux is a large city with a lot to offer.
05:50Its impressive old town is delightful to walk around, and the architecture on show is ravishing.
05:56Surrounding Place de la Bourse, you can find the 18th-century mansions rubbing shoulders
06:00with decadent palaces, as well as a number of great art museums.
06:05At night, the view of the city lights from the Napoleonic-era Pont de Pierre is magical.
06:11Home to some of the best wines in the world, make sure to give them a taste before you
06:15head off.
06:32Number 5.
06:33Cannes
06:34Up until the 19th century, Cannes was just a quiet fishing village, but today, it is
06:39a glamorous seaside city made world-famous by the annual Cannes Film Festival.
06:45Every May, when Cannes hosts the film festival, hordes of fans flock to see the rich and famous
06:49in person as the celebrities walk the red carpet up the steps of the Palais de Festival,
06:55where thousands of films are screened.
06:57Leading up to the Palais de Festival is the beautiful waterfront promenade that is lined
07:02with palm trees, upscale hotels, restaurants, and designer shops like Gucci, Chanel, and Dior.
07:32Number 4.
07:50Mont St. Michel
07:51Rising up from the midst of vast mudflats is the rocky island of Mont St. Michel, located
07:57off of France's northwestern coast in Normandy.
08:00The medieval structures on the island are built as if stacked upon one another and crowned
08:05with the star attraction, the Abbey of Mont St. Michel.
08:08The awe-inspiring abbey was built by devoted monks in 708 AD after the Bishop of Avranches
08:15was allegedly visited by the Archangel Michael.
08:18The bay around Mont St. Michel is famed for having Europe's highest tidal variations.
08:48Number 3.
08:56Dordogne
08:57Unless you have weeks or months to spend in the scenic Dordogne region of southwestern
09:01France, you're going to pick and choose the things you want to see.
09:05There is just so much to see and do here, beginning with picture postcard villages and
09:09chateaus, including the well-preserved Chateau de Benac, a hilltop castle.
09:14The scenery is pretty awesome too, with the Dordogne River running through it.
09:18The Dordogne also has some of the best prehistoric cave art in France.
09:45Number 2.
09:48Nice
09:49Located on the French Riviera, Nice is constantly bathed in sunshine.
09:54As the fifth-largest city in France, it has a vibrant mix of cultures.
09:58During the day, travelers can enjoy a stroll through its historic center or find a place
10:02along Nice's pebbly beaches to take in the beauty of the Mediterranean Sea.
10:07Walking along the famous Promenade des Anglais and gazing out over the turquoise waters is
10:12simply heavenly.
10:14A charming place to spend some time, Nice has something for everyone, as it combines
10:18city life with a beautiful setting.
11:15Number 1.
11:20Paris
11:21Attracting more than 45 million visitors annually, Paris is the world's most popular
11:27tourist destination.
11:29Situated on the banks of La Seine, the elegant and stylish capital of France is a romantic
11:34place with lovely boulevards, beautiful buildings, and sights like the Eiffel Tower and the Notre-Dame
11:40Cathedral rising towards the heavens.
11:43From the stunning art collections at the Louvre to the eerie catacombs beneath the
11:47streets, and the breathtaking Notre-Dame Cathedral, you could spend a lifetime getting to know
11:52all of Paris' wonderful sights.