Lonely Planet Best of France

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• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Year: 2019
• Print ISBN: 9781786573933
• eBook ISBN: 9781788685016

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's Best of France is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Embrace the sights and sounds of Paris, sample tangy olives at the weekly market in Provence and explore the vineyards of Champagne - all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of France and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Best of France: Full-colour images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, wine, sport, politics Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you navigate Covers Paris, Loire Valley, Normandy, Brittany, Champagne, Lyon, Provence, Nice, St Tropez, Marseille, Bordeaux, the French Alps and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best of France is filled with inspiring and colourful photos, and focuses on France's most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best. Looking for a more comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's France guide. Looking for a guide to Paris? Check out Lonely Planet's Paris for an in-depth look at all the capital has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a

Paris

Eiffel Tower

Musée du Louvre

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris

Château de Versailles

Walking Tour: Arty Montmartre

Walking Tour: Medieval Marais

Sights

Activities

Shopping

Eating

Drinking & Nightlife

Entertainment

Information

Getting There & Away

Getting Around

Where to Stay

Paris at a Glance…

Paris has a timeless familiarity, with instantly recognisable architectural icons, memorable cuisine and chic boutiques. Dining is a quintessential part of the Parisian experience – at bistros, Michelin-starred restaurants, boulangeries (bakeries) and street markets. Its art repository is one of the best, showcasing priceless treasures in palatial museums.

Paris’ real magic lies in the unexpected: hidden parks, small unsung museums and sun-spangled cafe terraces where you can watch Parisian life unfold. Meanwhile, a new wave of multimedia galleries, creative wine bars and design shops are making the City of Light even more exciting…

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Two Days in Paris

Start early with the Louvre, which could easily consume a whole day. Linger for a drink on rue Montmartre, then head to the late-opening Centre Pompidou.

On day two, climb the mighty Arc de Triomphe and stroll the Champs-Élysées. Admire art and awesome architecture at the Musée du Quai Branly. Sunset is the best time to ascend the Eiffel Tower.

Four Days in Paris

Day three, start early at Notre Dame and nearby Sainte-Chapelle, crossing the Pont St-Louis to buy a Berthillon ice cream. Swoon over the magnificent Musée d’Orsay and laze in the Jardin du Luxembo...

Table of contents

• Table of Contents
• Welcome to France
• France’s Top 12
• Need to Know
• Hot Spots for…
• Essential France
• Month by Month
• Get Inspired
• Itineraries
• Family Travel
• Paris
• Loire Valley
• Normandy
• Brittany
• Champagne
• Lyon
• Provence
• Nice
• St-Tropez
• Marseille
• Bordeaux
• French Alps
• France Today
• History
• Architecture
• Arts & Literature
• French Cuisine
• Outdoor Activities
• Directory A–Z
• Language
• Behind the Scenes
• Our Writers