Top Boutique Hotels in the Loire Valley

The Best Neighbourhoods in Paris

How France Became the Fashion Capital of the World: a Brief History

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Beacon for architecture. Capital of haute couture. Epicentre of culinary excellence. Paris sits at the cutting edge of culture: for every world-renowned museum, big-name fashion house and Michelin-star restaurant, there’s a contemporary art gallery, an up-and-coming designer boutique and an innovative young restaurateur doing things very differently.

Introducing Paris

Newsflash: France’s capital is popular. Overcrowded tourist hotspots are still worth visiting if you’re smart about it, but there are some worthwhile alternatives. Take the Mona Lisa: it might be the most famous painting in the world, but the Louvre has 35,000 artworks worth seeing that aren’t blocked by selfie sticks. And while the Champs-Élysées is beautiful, these days it’s your standard high street – complete with a McDonald’s. Instead, try Rue de Marseille and the nearby Canal Saint-Martin, an area popular with young Parisians for its bars, boutiques and concept stores.
Another lively, under-the-radar area is Porte de Clignancourt, with its large flea market and fantastic views of the Sacré-Cœur. Of course, there are some quintessentially Parisian experiences that’ll never get old: a stroll along the Seine, a trip up the Eiffel Tower (try a ‘stairs and lift’ ticket) and settling down with a bottle of wine and steak frites at one of the City of Love’s many brasseries.

Paris attractions and experiences

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Whether you want a modern aparthotel or a fisherman's cottage, you'll find it in this guide to the best holiday rentals in Nice, bookable with Culture Trip.

Europe

France

Nice

The Best Airbnbs and Holiday Apartments in Nice, France

Read the Culture Trip list to discover the best churches, museums, gardens and more in Toulouse, France.

Toulouse

Amazing Things to See and Do in Toulouse

Whether you love Paris in the springtime or the autumn, there is a peaceful green space to suit you. Here are the most beautiful parks in the French capital.

Paris

The Most Beautiful Parks in Paris, France

Whether you're on a romantic holiday or looking for a place that's quirky and different, Montmartre in Paris has the hotel for you – bookable on Culture Trip.

The Best Hotels in Montmartre, Paris

From châteaux to Picasso, we discover 10 of the most historic, cultural and inspiring towns in sunny Provence.

The Most Beautiful Towns in Provence, France

Some of the best hotels in Paris can be found in its ancient Latin Quarter, and we've selected the very best places to stay there, bookable with Culture Trip.

The Best Hotels in the Latin Quarter, Paris

Vintage lover? Discover Paris' high- and low-end second-hand treasure troves across its many shopping districts.

The Best Vintage and Thrift Shops in Paris

From Brittany in the north to the Côte d'Azur in the south, we review the best picture-perfect seaside hotels and towns in France.

The Most Beautiful Seaside Resorts in France

Brittany might just be the most beautiful area in all of France. Full of history, culture and great food, these are the must-visit Breton towns.

The Most Beautiful Towns in Brittany, France

Explore the history and get to know some of the drinks and cocktails that originated from Paris with Culture Trip's guide.

Beloved Cocktails That Were Invented In Paris

If you're looking for unique Parisian charm, here are the best boutique hotels in some of the most vibrant districts in Paris - all bookable with Culture Trip

The Best Boutique Hotels in Paris

Did you know that it is actually illegal to take pictures of the Eiffel Tower at night? Find out why here.

Why It’s Illegal to Take Pictures of the Eiffel Tower at Night

The Eiffel Tower is so famous that it has become not just a symbol of Paris, but of the whole of France – so why should you not snap it at night?

The Real Reason You Never See Photos of the Eiffel Tower at Night

From riverside cycle paths to dramatic ocean cliffs, western France is full of great road trips with potential for adrenaline and adventure.

Adventurous Road Trips in the Wilds of Western France

There are lots of things that make a B&B stay in the French capital special. Here’s our pick of the best bed and breakfasts in Paris, bookable with Culture Trip.

The Best Bed & Breakfasts in Paris, France

From Brittany to the western Loire and Normandy, western France has a rich culinary tradition that's worth discovering. Culture Trip rounds up the highlights.

Why Western France Should Be Your Next Culinary Getaway

Read our guide to the top boutique hotels in the Loire Valley to discover historic country retreats, hidden city crash pads and grand chateaux hotels. All bookable through Culture Trip.

These 15 cool neighbourhoods in Paris have infused their rich histories with a vibrant new generation of innovative creatives.

We round up the most significant events in the history of French fashion, unravelling how it came to be regarded as the fashion capital of the world.

The Best Travel, Food and Culture Guides for France, Europe - Local News & Top Things to Do

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Places to Stay

Top Boutique Hotels in the Loire Valley

Read our guide to the top boutique hotels in the Loire Valley to discover historic country retreats, hidden city crash pads and grand chateaux hotels. All bookable through Culture Trip.

See & Do

The Best Neighbourhoods in Paris

Fashion

How France Became the Fashion Capital of the World: a Brief History