France Travel Guides

Victoria and kids in the jacuzzi at La Belle Folie accommodation.

We’re huge fans of holidays in France, especially when we can skip the flights and drive or train it instead. We’re lucky to have it as our neighbour. We’ve spent long summers road tripping around France, as well as city breaks and shorter trips around its regions. Every trip brings a new surprise, from spectacular natural sights to stunning chateau and cool cities.

Here you can find a collection of all our France guides. We’ve put together itineraries, city guides and tips for visiting with kids. And if you’re looking for somewhere to stay, this is the perfect place as we’ve stayed in some of the best. Don’t miss our guide to special places to stay in France.

France road trips

France is a perfect place for a road trip, with plenty of different styles and vibes to choose from. Head to the coast, explore inland medieval villages, explore the Alps or try a combination of it all.

See all our road trip itineraries.

France Bucket List

Some of our favourite things to do in France…

Spend some time at Lake Annecy, one of France’s most beautiful spots
Go to Bordeaux for one of the best family city breaks in Europe
Stay in a treehouse in the Dordogne
Explore the chateaux and cycle paths of the Loire Valley
Do a family surf camp with Ujusansa in Montalivet
Make the kids’ dreams come true at Disneyland Paris
For a different sort of theme park, don’t miss Puy du Fou
Hire a boat at the spectacular Verdon Gorge
See the pretty streets of Colmar and Eguisheim
Catch lavender season in the Luberon
See the incredible Les Machines de l’Île in Nantes

Special Stays in France

France is home to some of the most special family stays we’ve ever found. From vineyard châteaux and stylish boutique hotels to treehouses, glamping sites and forest cabins, there’s an incredible range of places to stay. I’ve created a guide to the best family-friendly stays in France, plus another to the best France Airbnbs. And here are some individual reviews…