Start your morning at this iconic Parisian café immortalized by artists and philosophers, savoring buttery croissants and café au lait amid elegant Art Deco surroundings.
Explore the vast collection of world art including the Mona Lisa and Winged Victory. Book advance tickets to avoid queues; open 9am–6pm (Wednesday & Friday till 9:45pm).
Walk along the Seine’s historic banks, browsing vintage booksellers, and admire the Gothic façade of Notre-Dame Cathedral, even if interior access is limited due to restoration.
Dine at this Michelin-starred restaurant on the Eiffel Tower’s second floor, offering exquisite French haute cuisine with a spectacular night panorama.
Dive into Lyon’s culinary delights at this vibrant indoor food market named after the famous chef, offering diverse charcuterie, cheeses, and specialties.
Stroll Lyon’s Renaissance old town with narrow streets and traboules, then take the funicular to the hilltop basilica for panoramic views and beautiful mosaics.
Free (Basilica entrance free, some tower access paid EUR5), 3h
Explore Marseille’s bustling harbor area with colorful fishing boats and iconic landmarks, including the historic Fort Saint-Jean with panoramic sea views.
Take a scenic boat trip departing from the Old Port to explore the breathtaking limestone cliffs, turquoise coves, and hidden beaches of the Calanques. Tours usually run 3-4 hours and are open from April to October.
Climb or take a bus to this iconic Marseille landmark, offering spectacular views over the city and coast with its distinctive Romanesque-Byzantine architecture.
Explore the beautiful park featuring a grand fountain and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, housing a rich collection of European art from the 16th to 19th centuries; open 9:30am–6pm.