Before we dive in to top 5 destinations in France. Lets explore about the France a bit. France is the largest country in western Europe. France which is the agricultural epicenter in Europe, bears wide fertile plants from the North and West. It’s Southern interior is occupied by a range of ancient mountains and extinct volcanoes. Being one of the oldest nations on Earth, France is the most ethnically diverse country in Europe. It’s world famous for its serene beauty as well as cuisine, wine making, music, art, film , fashion etc… France is a land of romance and also provides habitats for a large variety of flora and fauna. Nearly 25% of country’s territory is covered by forests. The French government is thoroughly committed in preserving the wildlife and open spaces of the country. It’s not only one of the most powerful countries in the world but also a dream for a traveler. It’s one of the most sought after countries to visit in recent past. France is renowned for world famous tourist attraction places. Here’s the top 5 destinations in France which can be used as a guide to plan your trip.

The Eiffel tower

This is the most visited monument with an entrance fee in the world. It was built to crown the ‘centennial anniversary’ of the French Revolution. It has become a global cultural icon of France and was named part of a UNESCO world heritage site. Since the tower has been completed, more than 300 million people have visited the tower. 2015 marks a significant year when mostly 6.91 million people visited the tower. The Eiffel tower is considered the ‘ most visited paid monument in the world ‘. Each day the visits exceeds almost 25000 resulting in long queues. Eiffel tower is located in Paris , in the North West of ‘ Champ de Mars ‘ . The tower consists of 3 floors , 7 electrical elevators , 2 restaurants to provide authentic, delicious meals for visitors. This is not only important as a monument but also one of the fictional tourist attractions that represents the Renaissance of the French people. It’s a very important icon with a very important meaning. It has become a famous travel destination for most of the celebrities where they spend their honeymoon and enjoy their leisure time.

* Restaurants

Based on the budget and the consent of the visitors, the Eiffel tower offers several options for quality dinning. You can be ‘seated and dine’ while enjoying the view of Paris or ‘eat on the go’.There are 2 restaurants here. One is the legendary ‘ Jules Verne ‘ on the second floor and the other is the ‘ Madame Brasserie ‘ on the first floor. On a visit to the tower both can be separately booked. On the esplanade you can enjoy delicious buffet as well as sweets , snacks and drinks which are mouthwatering. On the top of the tower a champagne bar is waiting for you.

The new ‘ Gustave Eiffel reception room ‘ is housed in the monument which has an unobstructed view of Paris. It has become one of the most striking spaces for handling events in Paris. A tour of the Eiffel tower is a thrilling and an emotional experience. The best view of the Eiffel tower is enjoyed from Trocadero gardens on the other side of the river.

HOW TO GET TO THE TOWER???

It’s strongly recommended to buy tickets in advance before you get to the tower because it will save you from wasting time and avoid long queues. You can choose 2 options up to the second floor. One is climbing up the stairs and the other is using the elevator. But there onwards the elevator is the only choice. Anyhow the prices differ based on your choice.

WHAT CAN YOU ENJOY ???

Summit – a champagne bar , Gustave Eiffel’s private office, a bird view of Paris

Second floor – 360° panoramic view of Paris including Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Montmartre etc… First floor – exhibits and a transparent view of the forecourt below.

Ground floor – a unique scenery directly underneath the tower.

Disneyland

Arriving at the French capital your most awaited fantasy become a reality. Not only children but also adults too enjoy visiting Disneyland. It encompasses 2 theme parks , resorts , a shopping, dinning and entertainment complex and a golf course. By 2022, 375 million people have visited Disneyland making it the most visited theme park in Europe. The 2 theme parks of Disneyland are the ‘ Disneyland park ‘ and the ‘ Walt Disney studios park’ . Disney village consists of variety of restaurants, entertainment venues and shops. The theme park’s top 5 attractions are ,

• It’s a small world
• Star wars hyperspace mountain
• Big thunder mountain
• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Buzz Lightyear’s laser blast.

Disneyland is considered one of the most famous amusement parks in Europe. The park opened a new area for its marvel superheroes in 2022. There’s a marvelous hotel complex too in the theme park. The most prestigious hotel on the property ‘ The Disneyland Hotel ‘ is located at the entrance. And also the lake Disney is sorrounded by some resorts.

• Disney hotel – New York
• Disney Newport Bay club
• Disney sequoia lodge

Additionally there are 6 on site partner hotels which are not managed by The Walt Disney company.

To arrive at Disneyland long distance, high speed ‘TGV’ and ‘Ouigo’ trains can be used. Marne – la- vallee – chessy which is a large railway station locate between Disneyland and Disney village can be used for train journeys. Free transportation is provided to all Disney hotels and Les villages by free Disney shuttle buses. Disneyland provides some of the most outstanding entertainment shows of the era . Some of them are ;

• Electro land festival which it’s an EDM festival first started on the 25th anniversary of Disneyland Paris.
• Disney Junior dream factory which has been launched in 2021 with the theme of ‘ dare to believe in your dreams and they will come true’ . Every weekend the Disneyland Paris presents a French sign language version of the show.
• Together, a cine-concert featuring a live orchestra with music extracted from the movies and original compositions.

Provence

Beautiful Provence in Southeastern France is a traveller’s dream destination. The sun-kissed realm of Provence unveils tapestry of delights throughout the seasons . The pastoral landscape of Provence seems to sum up everything about the French lifestyle. Provence has a rich history and culture. The city is also known for its bon Vivre, wine , hilltop villages , fishing towns and especially the lavender fields . The words Provence and lavender are inseparable.

The lavender flowering season of Provence spans from mid June to mid August. We suggest you to visit in mid June because mid August is much busier because Parisians come to spend their annual holidays in this time period. The lavender fields of Provence have become a core of tourists attractions for the city. The mild winters and abundant sunshine has made Provence a great place to visit. The most popular hotels in Provence includes

• Chateau de la Gabella
• Locations Saisonnieres Marseille
• La Ferme de Val auris
• La Colliniere
• Jas de Mery.

French Alps

It’s a portion of Alpes mountain range that stands within France . Tough some of the ranges are entirely in France some are shared with Switzerland and Italy. The culture, history and cuisine of the French Alps is also an important draw for visitors. The French Alps is one of the greatest walking and hiking regions in Europe. The Chamonix valley which is in the northern part of the French Alps offers excellent hiking options. Within the Mont Blan range and throughout the French Alps, cable cars and funiculars are working for you.

French Alps is also famous for winter sports. The best known ski areas includes Chamonix, Thornes , Megeve and Val d’isere etc… The French Alps show a great biodiversity of landscapes , traditions and gastronomy. Yet the true beauty of the mountains with their inspiring and spectacular setting comes above all.

The summer activities of French Alps include hiking, mountaineering, biking, and rock climbing. The distance between Paris and French Alps is 478km . So the best way to get here is to get on the train which takes 5 hours and 20 minutes and which will approximately cost €196.00 – €368.94 .

The French Alps rank with top class and famous resorts including Chamonix, La Plagne , L’ Alpe d’Heuz etc… Despite the development of mass -tourism, the French Alps preserves a strong cultural identity sharing the culture of farming , cheese making and woodworking etc…

Champ de Mars

It is also known as Campo de Marte Park which is located at the foot of the Eiffel tower in Paris. This is one of the numerous gardens in Paris where we can find green areas, lagoons and fountains. Lot of visitors enjoy exploring Champ de Mars after touring the Eiffel tower. What is wonderful about Champ de Mars is its vast size. This is a popular place to watch city fireworks shows and light shows from the Eiffel tower. There are 4 different playgrounds including a basketball court where children love to play.

In the evening, Champ de Mars regularly opens up to concerts . This is the best place to get photos of the Eiffel tower and see it sparkle. Nowadays Champ de Mars is a popular venue for celebrations , cultural events and military parades . Best thing to say it is ‘ absolutely free’ to enter the park. There’s no better place to watch the Eiffel tower sparkling against the night sky than from Champ de Mars . But just as any other major public parks, this place is also rather busy on sunny days. But is doesn’t seriously reduce chances of finding some quiet place to comfort yourself.

Finally it’s a must to say that though France boasts scenic beauty, the people, the living culture is the most captivating part of France. And also do not forget to use the underground train system (metro) to enjoy the tour around Paris which will be healthier for your pockets too and gives you the most amazing experience.

If you have already visited more beautiful places in France, mention them in the comment section below. Have a nice day!