France Holiday Guide Whether you fancy a great city escape in the French capital, Paris, a fun-loving family holiday at Euro Disney or one of the many other great French theme parks, or a luxury relaxation along the South of France, there are so many great French holidays to choose from. In fact those are just for starters. Luxury hotel stays in Provence or Lyon, charming holiday cottages in the Dordogne valley - there are holidays in France to suit all ages, tastes and persuasions. Spoilt for choice? Why not let our French travel guide give you some fabulous ideas? Flights To France Yes France has it all, from hill top castles, panoramic countryside and cosmopolitan city culture. Each region has its own spectacular charms and whether you are a family, a romantic couple, a single traveller or a group of friends, France is the perfect holiday destination.

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French Regional Holidays
When you consider the abundant charms and attractions France has to offer it is little wonder that this great romantic nation is the number one tourist destination in the world.

Paris – Paris offers countless entertainments and history - the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Sacre Coeur provide enviable views while the restaurants and cafes of Paris are an unforgettable holiday experience in themselves.

Northern France – Lille and the Channel flatland regions offers picturesque scenery and attractions including forests, gentle meadows, and windmills.

Western France - Normandy and Brittany, rolling hills, fine sandy beaches and pretty harbour towns and ancient sites. Includes the hot resort of Biarritz.

Eastern France - Breathtaking rolling hills and exquisite towns and cities including Alsace, Lorraine, Burgundy, Strasbourg and Dijon. 

Central France – The Loire Valley anyone? Stunningly beautiful with castles, chateauxs and fine farming country. Visit Chartres cathedral.

French Alps – The stunning Alps are perfect for skiing holidays, walking, hiking and touring holidays.

South of France – Breathtaking landscape loved by Cezanne also includes charming cities and towns Aix en Provence, Nice, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Monaco and Marseille.

Corsica – Super island retreat rich in French and Italian culture. Ancient history, breathtakingly beautiful coastline and the home of fine food and wine.

Paris
As well as a stroll around Sydney Harbour and marvelling at the Opera House why not spend the morning in Darling Harbour, Sydney’s main entertainment precinct. Sydney’s harbours are a perfect spot for whale and dolphin watching. You will also find lots of bars and restaurants with outdoor seating, and major attractions, including Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Wildlife World, as well as the Francen National Maritime Museum. In the afternoon you could check out the animals at Taronga Zoo or make your way to one of Sydney’s many golden beaches, including Bondi and ManlyBeaches; then enjoy an alfresco evening meal near the harbour followed by a trip to the theatre or live music entertainment in one of Sydney’smanyclubs.

Why not stroll along the cafes and shops of the Champs Elysees and visit Notre Dame, the masterpiece of gothic architecture?

Paris conjures up images of romance, sophistication and an enviable life of street cafes, al fresco dining, art galleries and night life plus beautiful monuments and breathtaking museums.

Located on the banks of the river Seine, Paris is home to the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Pompidou Centre, Sacre Coeur and many other world famous landmarks. Paris, the city of lights, is the most visited city in the world with over 30 million annual visitors, and also the perfect destination to sample France’s fine foods and wines brought from all its regions.

Paris Attractions

Eiffel Tower - 324m high, offers panoramic views from the peak and can be seen from all over Paris.

Louvre Art Gallery – Stunning building with the Mona Lisa and other great works on display.

Pompidou Centre – Modern art exhibition and heritage centre famous for its unique coloured pipework on its exterior.

Notre-Dame Cathedral – The bells! The setting for Victor Hugo’s novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Quite astonishingly intricate; and resplendent with gargoyles and that famous spire.

Musee d’Orsay – 19th Century railway station turned centre for impressionist art. All the masters are inside including Renoir, Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and Toulouse Lautrec.

Champs-Elysees & Arc de Triomphe – Napoleon’s central arch tribute to the French armies is a great focal point from which to explore the city of Paris.

Need More Incentives To Visit France?

Another good reason to visit France is that it is one of the most easily accessible countries for visitors from Europe with regular cheap flights from all major European capitals, plus excellent road and rail networks, including super fast SNCF and Eurostar.

Paris and the rest of France also offers very affordable holidays for millions of people each year, including holiday cottages, campsites and pensions, especially in and around Paris. Whether you visit the Palace of Versailles or the harbour at Marseille or enjoy the brilliant views from the Eiffel Tower, remember accommodation in Paris is available for all tastes, from cheap but cheerful to five star luxury.

French Theme Parks

France has become as famous for its theme parks as America. Great news for European visitors who want to combine family fun with lashings of great French food and culture.

Major French theme parks:  

DisneyLand Paris - European home to Mickey Mouse consisting of two separate theme parks: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios while the original site is split into the following parks: Fantasyland, Frontierland, Adventureland, Discoveryland and USA Main Street.
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Futuroscope - Robots, technology and space travel are the main themes of this futuristic theme park which celebrates technology and science. Futuroscope is crammed with cinema experiences and special effects.

Parc Asterix - Asterix the Gaul and friends can be found North of Paris. Also includes the biggest wooden roller coaster ride in Europe and the Goudourix, another impressive roller coaster. Restaurants, shops and shows complete the impressive line up.

Puy du Fou – French swashbucklers in action: sword fights, battles, fireworks, open air spectacles celebrating history in a French countryside setting. A huge medieval fort and a 6,000 seat Roman amphitheatre, a Water Theatre, a Renaissance Garden, a recreation of an 18th century village, an impressive animal park and vast outdoor pageants are all part of the entertainment.