France: City Travel Guide

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France · Destination

Lyon

Are you planning a trip to Lyon or the French Alps? Here you will find our hotel Review and our guides to make the most of the region.

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Marseille

Planning a trip to Marseille and the French Riviera? Here you’ll find our airport lounge Review and our guides to help you enjoy the region.

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Nice and the French Riviera

Are you planning a trip to Nice or the French Riviera? Here you will find all our verified reviews of hotels, flights, and the region’s airport lounges.

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France · Destination

Are you planning a trip to Paris or do you want to get the most out of your points on a flight or an airport stay? Here you will find all our verified reviews of hotels, flights and airport lounges in the…

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Where your points take you

Paris

Paris gathers the majority of our travel content for France, including hotel and flight reviews, and practical guides. Consult our Paris travel guide.

Nice and the French Riviera

Nice serves as a gateway to the French Riviera and Cannes. Consult our Nice travel guide.

Lyon

Lyon also serves as a starting point for the French Alps. Consult our Lyon travel guide.

Marseille

Marseille provides access to the French Riviera and the Calanques. Consult our Marseille travel guide.

Best credit cards for your travels

A good travel card speeds up points accumulation and often provides access to airport lounges. Here are three of the most popular options, or see our best travel credit cards page to compare all options.

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France – Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa to travel to France?

Canadian citizens do not need a visa for a tourist stay of less than 90 days in France; a valid passport is sufficient. Check the requirements based on your nationality before booking.

What is the best time to visit France?

Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds than the peak summer season. Summer remains essential for the French Riviera despite higher hotel prices.

Which credit card should I use for travel in France?

A card without foreign transaction fees avoids the 2.5% fees applied to purchases in euros. Consult our page on the best travel credit cards to compare options.