Experience France

Lonely Planet's Experience France travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.

Discover amazing local experiences from rocking out at a concert in Lyon's ancient Roman amphitheatre, to snorkelling through crystal-clear waters off the Côte d’Azur, and indulging in the Michelin-starred gastronomic temples of Paris.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience France travel guide:

• Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure
• Local experts share their love for the real France, offering fresh perspectives into the country's traditions, values, and modern trends
• Trip planning tools help you create your own regional and activity-based itineraries so you can navigate France and connect experiences together with ease
• In the know tips help you discover even more local experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks
• Fun insights will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - understand Paris' unique culinary heritage of bistros and brasseries, learn about the women steering local winemaking, explore Lyon's street-art scene
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy views
• Handy seasonal planning calendar guides you on where to go, when to travel, and what to pack
• QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how, and travel secrets 
• Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour photography and maps including a pull out planning map of France

Paris, The Loire Valley, Normandy, Lyon, Provence, Côte d’Azur, Bordeaux, French Alps

ISBN: 9781838694883

Edition: 1st

Publication Date: June 2024

Writers: Winston Nicklin, Mary

Carillet, Jean-Bernard
Cho, Eileen
Fong Yan, Fabienne
Le Nevez, Catherine
Lee, Cyrena
Lerouge, Sixtine
McClatchie, Chrissie
Parsons, Ashley
Richards, Anna
Williams, Nicola

258 pages | Dimensions: 140mm width × 180mm height

Next edition due: March 2026

This guide is in the English language.