France in spring is magical
Art, architecture, history, fashion, stunning beaches and delectable cuisine – France is every traveler’s dream. There are spectacular sights and experiences around every corner, and our curated list of best things to do in France includes some of the top attractions, from Paris to the Cote d’Azur. With so much to offer, it is little wonder then that France ranks among the top European vacation spots. Our destination experts weigh in on when is the best time to visit France.
The best time to visit France is during spring, from the months of March-May and then fall (September-November). This is the time that temperatures are comfortable along with fewer crowds. June – August is usually high season in France, and this is when the country is at its hottest and busiest. You can expect long queues at most of the famous attractions around this time! During the winters, it is cold throughout the country, with temperatures dropping well below freezing in some parts.
Best Time To Visit
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- Watch the New Year fireworks over the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
- Take advantage of sales across France and go shopping!
- Go skiing in the Alps
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- Head to Nice to enjoy the parades, floats and festivities of the Carnaval, one of the biggest celebrations of the year
- Enjoy a romantic dinner cruise on the river Seine in Paris as you celebrate Valentine’s Day
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- Witness the unusual celebrations during the Dunkirk festival
- Take advantage of fewer crowds and go museum hopping in Paris
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- Take advantage of the warm weather and go on a walking tour of Paris
- Explore the quaint charm of the Loire Valley region with its many chateaux
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- Movie lovers can head to the Cannes Film festival
- Watch the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris
- Enjoy a culinary tour of Paris
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- Explore Nice on a bicycle
- Relax on the beaches of the French Riviera
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- Attend the Festival d’Avignon, the annual summer arts festival in Avignon
- Witness the celebrations of Bastille Day across the country
- Explore the sights of Provence
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- Go on a history tour in Normandy
- Learn how to make macarons in Paris
- Go for a boat ride off the coast in southern France
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- Go on a tour of the vineyards in Bordeaux
- Take advantage of the diminishing crowds and visit the sights of Paris
- This is probably the last month to enjoy a beach vacation in the French Riviera
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- Visit family-run champagne cellars and vineyards in Champagne
- Go on a culinary tour in Nice
- Chocolate lovers, don’t miss the Le Salon du Chocolat in Paris
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- Go on a perfumery tour
- Enjoy a culinary tour in Lyon
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- Enjoy the Christmas markets of Strasbourg
- Marvel at the Festival of Lights in Lyon
What to Pack for France
What you pack on your trip to France depends on when you travel to the country. Carry plenty of layers and rain gear if you are traveling in the winter months. For spring, summer and fall, ensure you have cotton clothes and summer wear, but carry a couple of layers for the chilly evenings during spring and fall. Don’t forget to carry sunscreen and sun hats for the beach vacations!
Plan an unforgettable trip to France with advice from our experts. We’ll time your vacation just right to ensure you see all of the highlights. Take a look at our popular France vacation packages and get in touch with us today for your personalized, obligation-free itinerary.

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Best Places To Visit
Things To Do
From the bustling streets of Nice to cruising down the French Riviera, the galleries of Paris, Normandy’s beaches, delightful cuisine and Bordeaux’s world-class vineyards, discover the top things to do in France with our top tips.
Travel Guide
Before you set out on a tour of France, acquaint yourself with the practical details such as language, currency, visas and health information. Discover all this essential information for your vacation and more, in our France travel guide.
Cuisine
Part of UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage, French cuisine is considered one of the best in the world! From regional delights to wine and cheese, cafe culture, and the best dishes by region, eat your way through France with our handy guide.
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What Our Guests Say
What Our Guests Say
“We contacted Enchanting Travel to arrange our Paris trip and tours for us, Elizabeth helped us set up our requirements for our trip and Nitika put the tours and transportation together and was our contact in Paris. The tours, and especially the tour guides for of the Eiffel Tower, Versailles and Louvre were all fantastic. All were very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and made the tours educational and fun. They also set up all our transportation and it was spot on without any issues. We would highly recommended enchanting travel and their staff to manage your visit to Paris.”
September 2025 Rating 5/5
“We recently returned from a 10-day trip to London and Paris, and Enchanting Travels made the entire experience seamless and unforgettable. Elizabeth handled all of our bookings and excursions with care and attention to detail. During our trip, Vipra was on call and incredibly helpful anytime we needed assistance. She even surprised us with a thoughtful gift and champagne to celebrate our anniversary, such a kind and personal touch! The Enchanting Travels app was also super user-friendly, which made it easy to keep track of our itinerary, confirmations, and documents all in one place. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. We’ll definitely be booking with them again!”
June 2025 Rating 5/5
“Our trip to France in September was fabulous!! Enchanting Travels did a wonderful job putting together our trip for us. We began the planning stages with Samara Bustamante who listened to exactly what we wanted to accomplish on our two-week trip. She hit the mark regarding the kind of hotel accommodations we expected as well as helping us design a trip which was fun and adventurous while learning France’s deep history. We visited three beautiful cities during our trip — Paris, Lyon and Normandy. We enjoyed tours in each city, a private cooking class in Lyon, traveled the rails from city to city and enjoyed delicious and interesting foods. We enjoyed our tour guides who were all excited to share the history of France at various sites. We learned more about French history than we thought we would. Potnuru Sri Sai Likhit was our contact person during our trip and he did not disappoint. He was responsive each time we needed help. Thank you Likit and Samara, you all made our trip special! Amalia and Kerry-”
September 2025 Rating 5/5
“Enchanting Travels helped make our family trip to France exceptional. We were able to experience this beautiful country without worry, stress, or frustration because of their wonderfully curated itinerary. We cannot wait to travel with them again.”
March 2025 Rating 5/5
“We could never have imagined we would have the perfect trip to France, but with Enchanting Travels team, we were able to have the experience of a lifetime. Everything from the hotels we stayed in, the touring experiences, the transportation, the itinerary, and having everything at your fingertips, including the Enchanting Travels concierge was fantastic. We don’t think we will ever try to plan a trip on our own again when we know we can rely on Enchanting Travels to create future amazing travel experiences.”
May 2024 Rating 5/5
“First and foremost – A huge shout out to Nurit for how incredible she is! We love her! She, not only listens – truly listens, she is an amazing person and now a friend:) We appreciate her and trust her – which is so important! She was very patient and understanding throughout the process and made things work that we were wanting to do! The entire process is so simple and alleviates so much undo stress that is associated with traveling. You all know the areas – the places to go – where to go and when, etc. The transfers to and from airport, train station, excursions and hotels were a huge help! We will work with you all again and again! Also, Tanisha and team were and are GREAT – they were on top of responding to us when needed throughout the entire trip. Very good about getting right back always! Last minute questions were answered throughout the entire trip and if we needed to adjust anything she and the team were on it! Thank you! Thanks overall for a great trip – we are working on our next one now 🙂 100% recommend to anyone traveling! Tracy and Michayla George”
May 2024 Rating 5/5

