Explore France
20 places · 20 dishes · 10 festivals · 20 things to buy — ranked from real traveler data.
Traditional food
See all 20 dishes →The dishes this country is known for — what they are and when to order them.

A quintessential French bistro dish featuring a perfectly seared cut of beef (often bavette or entrecote) served simply with a mountain of crispy, thin-cut fries and a simple sauce.

A rustic, savory tart from the Lorraine region, made with a rich custard of eggs, cream, and smoky bacon lardons in a flaky pastry shell.

Melted cheese scraped fresh from a wheel or a small individual pan, served with boiled potatoes, pickled gherkins, and onions, offering a warm and savory experience.
Places to visit
See all 20 places →The landmarks and experiences travelers rate highest.
The Eiffel Tower is a lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.
The Louvre, or the Louvre Museum, is a national art museum in Paris, France. The Louvre, a former royal palace, is known for its collection of celebrated paintings collected by the French kings, including the Mona Lisa of Leonardo Da Vinci.
The Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile, often simply called the Arc de Triomphe, is one of the most famous monuments in Paris, France.
Festivals
See all 10 festivals →What’s celebrated and when — dates always spelled out.
French National Day with military parade on Champs-Elysees and Eiffel Tower fireworks.

France's Christmas capital is Strasbourg, hosting Europe's oldest Christmas market (Christkindelsmärik) since 1570. Paris illuminates the Champs-Élysées and major boulevards. Réveillon — the Christmas Eve feast of foie gras, oysters and bûche de Noël — is the culinary centrepiece.
World's most famous cycling race crossing France, finishing on the Champs-Elysees.
What to buy
See all 20 items →Local goods and souvenirs with typical prices.
Diamond-shaped almond and candied melon treat that defines the city's flavor profile.

Pure distillation from the Valensole plateau fields located just to the north.
A minimalist, vegetable-oil soap that serves as a gentle staple for every home.