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Walk amid the blush-colored terracotta façades in la Ville Rose (the Pink City) and find busy marketplaces, live music venues and the mighty Canal du Midi.

Appreciate Mediterranean beaches, Alpine skiing, fine wines and cheeses, and some of the world’s most celebrated cities in this Western European country.

One of the oldest museums in France, this institution is a fantastic place to see paintings, sculptures and architecture spanning centuries, back to the Middle Ages.

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

Attend a theatrical or orchestral performance and admire the artworks on the alleged spot where St. Saturnin of Toulouse was martyred.

Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

Learn about Toulouse’s long history of aeronautics with the three guided tours of this iconic developer’s factory and main sites.

Study the Gothic fixtures and enjoy the light, airy feel of the nave, with its intricate vaulted ceiling patterns, in this wonderful church and museum.

Marvel at the wooden organ and work out the parables depicted in the stained glass in this blend of two separate religious buildings.

This serene mountain town has rustic charm and natural beauty and is the site of one of Europe’s most famous divine encounters.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

The laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle and warm climate make this an appealing destination for both celebrities and holidaymakers.

Investigate the culture of Lyon and hike through the deep valleys and white mountains of the beautiful landscape.

Investigate the culture of Lyon and hike through the deep valleys and white mountains of the beautiful landscape.

Appreciate Mediterranean beaches, Alpine skiing, fine wines and cheeses, and some of the world’s most celebrated cities in this Western European country.

In one of the oldest parts of Monaco, watch a play in a historic fortress, swim in a nautical arena and admire luxury yachts.

Investigate the culture of Lyon and hike through the deep valleys and white mountains of the beautiful landscape.

Towering over Grenoble, this ancient hilltop site is one of the city’s most important and prominent landmarks.

Dine at the Paris of the Sky for a rare chance to look out over the sprawling City of Lights beneath you.

Enjoy superb views of the Eiffel Tower, visit museums and wander around an ornamental garden at a square that commemorates the Battle of Trocadero. 

One of Grenoble’s most popular tourist attractions, this unique ride takes visitors high over the city to a dramatic hilltop overlooking the scenery below. 

Go from tropical waters to freshwater lakes and salty seas. See swimming fish and stuffed animals at this art deco complex.

From the ground looking up, or from its lofty heights looking down, the Eiffel Tower is the best view in town.