Rick Steves France. 2021

Wander the lavender fields of Provence, climb the steps of the Eiffel Tower, and bite into a perfect croissant: France is yours to discover with the most up-to-date 2021 guide from Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves France you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to France Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles to neighborhood cafés and delicate macarons How to connect with local culture: Stroll through open-air markets in Paris, bike through rustic villages, and taste wines in Burgundy and Bordeaux Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rouge Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, French phrase book, historical overview, and recommended reading Updated to reflect changes that occurred during the Covid-19 pandemic up to the date of publication Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Paris, Chartres, Normandy, Mont St-Michel, Brittany, The Loire, Dordogne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence, The French Riviera, Nice, Monaco, The French Alps, Burgundy, Lyon, Alsace, Reims, Verdun, and much more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves France. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of France. Soaring cathedrals and grand ?hteaux. Monet's water lilies and Van Gogh's sunflowers. Glittering Paris, wine-soaked Burgundy, and seaside Nice... France has all that and more. In this thorough guide, Rick Steves makes it easy to experience it all: Craft an itinerary based on your interests, budget, and time. Follow step-by-step city walks, insightful museum tours, and scenic drives. Sightsee smartly, choosing from a full range of sights and activities. Rely on Rick's candid, humorous advice to avoid crowds, lines, and tourist traps. Treat your taste buds to delicious regional cuisine. Meet friendly locals and connect with the culture. With Rick on your side, France can be your! Provide inside information on where to visit, what to see and do, where to stay, great places to eat and how to get around quickly and economically, along with a close-up look at local culture, self-guided walking tours, fun side trips and excursions, colorful maps and more