{"id":20211,"date":"2016-11-15T08:21:12","date_gmt":"2016-11-15T07:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/?p=20211"},"modified":"2024-02-07T08:21:44","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T07:21:44","slug":"beautiful-cities-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/beautiful-cities-france\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Most Beautiful and Charming Cities in France"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s go together on a tour of France\u2019s most beautiful cities and its amazing jewels that are sure to give you the desire to travel. Let\u2019s start this tour that will blow your mind!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>13) Carcassonne<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20214\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20214\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-muraille.jpg\" alt=\"Carcassonne's walls\" width=\"640\" height=\"603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-muraille.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-muraille-475x448.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20214\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The walls of Carcassonne: History etched in stone.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A medieval town in the south of France, located in the Occitanie region, <b>Carcassonne boasts two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Canal du Midi and the city of Carcassonne<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>As well as being nestled on a hill, its <b>medieval town<\/b> overlooks the entire city, offering a majestic step back in time to the heart of the <b>Middle Ages<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>The town&#8217;s <b>fortifications<\/b>, punctuated by <b>towers <\/b>and <b>battlements<\/b>, embrace a maze of <b>cobbled streets<\/b> and <b>ancient buildings<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Considered to be one of the best-preserved medieval sites in the world, seeing it at night is an experience that can\u2019t to be missed!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20215\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20215\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20215\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-nuit.jpg\" alt=\"Carcassonne at night\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-nuit.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/carcassonne-nuit-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20215\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Carcassonne illuminated at night: a medieval picture under the stars.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>12) Rouen<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20216\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20216\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20216\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rue-rouen.jpg\" alt=\"Rouen's streets\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rue-rouen.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rue-rouen-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20216\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The picturesque streets of Rouen: authentic charm and cobbled history under the Norman sky.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rouen is famous for its historic monuments, such as its <b>Gothic cathedral<\/b> and the <b>Gros Horloge<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>The town&#8217;s <b>medieval architecture<\/b> exhibits a special atmosphere, with its many religious monuments giving it the nickname of the &#8220;<b>Town of 100 bells<\/b>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20217\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20217\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20217\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rouen-2.jpg\" alt=\"Rouen\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rouen-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rouen-2-475x318.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20217\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rouen from above: a symphony of rooftops, rivers and enchanting history.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>11) Montpellier<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20218\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20218\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-2.jpg\" alt=\"Montpellier\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-2-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20218\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Montpellier, Mediterranean city: between vibrant modernity and timeless historic charm.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Montpellier, it\u2019s a real treat for the eyes!<\/p>\n<p>Between the <b>old facades of the historic center<\/b>, the <b>narrow winding streets<\/b>, and the squares brimming with life like the famous <b>Place de la Com\u00e9die<\/b>, this city has a real charm all of its own.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention the <b>stylish mix of modern and ancient architecture<\/b> that gives the town its unique character.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20219\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20219\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20219\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-escalier.jpg\" alt=\"Stairs of Montpellier\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-escalier.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/montpellier-escalier-317x475.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20219\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The enchanting staircase in the rue du Bras de Fer, Montpellier: a fascinating, picturesque climb.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>10) Biarritz<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20220\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20220\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20220\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-4.jpg\" alt=\"Biarritz\" width=\"640\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-4.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-4-475x405.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20220\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Biarritz: A perfect symbiosis of enchanting coastline and captivating ocean.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nicknamed the &#8220;<b>little California<\/b>&#8220;, Biarritz is known for its waves, which are ideal for <b>surfing<\/b>, but also for its magnificent beaches.<\/p>\n<p>And then there&#8217;s the <b>elegant atmosphere<\/b>, with the casino and old hotels reminiscent of the <b>glamor of its former times<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you look, the scenery is sure to take your breath away, especially at sunset when the sea reveals a new palette of colors.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20221\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20221\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20221\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-surf.jpg\" alt=\"Surfing at Biarritz\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-surf.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/biarritz-surf-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20221\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Biarritz: A symphony of surf, where the waves resonate with marine passion and freedom.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>9) Bonifacio<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20222\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20222\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-soir.jpg\" alt=\"Bonifacio\" width=\"640\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-soir.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-soir-475x319.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20222\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bonifacio, Corsica&#8217;s jewel illuminated at dusk: the magic of the Mediterranean comes to life as night falls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Set on <b>white limestone cliffs<\/b>, the town overlooks <b>the breathtaking blue sea<\/b>. The <b>houses perched on the edge of the void<\/b> are quite something!<\/p>\n<p>Also, the <b>small alleys<\/b> and the <b>winding stairs<\/b>, aid in the city\u2019s incredible charm.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention the <b>views from the upper town<\/b> &#8211; quite frankly, this is something you have to see at least once in your life!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20223\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20223\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20223\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-rue.jpg\" alt=\"Bonifacio's street\" width=\"620\" height=\"957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-rue.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bonifacio-rue-308x475.jpg 308w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20223\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The narrow streets of Bonifacio reveal the soul of Corsica, with their authentic charm and historic relics.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>8) Nice<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20224\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20224\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20224\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-plage-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nice's beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-plage-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-plage-1-475x316.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20224\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nice: A Mediterranean harmony of sun-drenched beaches, dynamic art and a soothing C\u00f4te d&#8217;Azur atmosphere.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nice, of course it\u2019s known for the famous <b>Promenade des Anglais<\/b>, with its <b>pebble beaches<\/b> and blue sea.<\/p>\n<p>And then there&#8217;s Old Nice, with its <b>colorful alleyways<\/b> full of life. Not forgetting the markets, the flowers, and the spices&#8230;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20225\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20225\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-rue.jpg\" alt=\"Nice's street\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-rue.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nice-rue-380x475.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20225\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nice and its elegant streets, a blend of historic charm and modernity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>7) Marseille<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20226\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20226\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille-.jpg\" alt=\"Marseille\" width=\"640\" height=\"416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille-.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille--475x309.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20226\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marseille, a vibrant maritime city, with its old ports, vibrant culture and azure skies.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Marseille really is the beating heart of southern France. The Old Port, with its <b>colorful boats and ancient facades<\/b>, display its classy charm.<\/p>\n<p>For the \u201cBonne M\u00e8re\u201d (\u201cGood Mother\u201d), the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, is home to the statue of the Virgin and Child, gleaming with gold.<\/p>\n<p>And then, if you look around, the <b>Calanques <\/b>are right there, with their <b>white cliffs<\/b> and <b>turquoise waters<\/b> that provide a breathtaking natural spectacle.<\/p>\n<p>As for the Palais Longchamp, its <b>statues <\/b>and <b>fountain<\/b>, with its arched architecture, is a real eye-catcher.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20227\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20227\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20227\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille-vieux-port.jpg\" alt=\"Marseille's Vieux Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille-vieux-port.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/marseille-vieux-port-475x316.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20227\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marseille&#8217;s Old Port: a port of call steeped in maritime history and Mediterranean charm.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>6) Nantes<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20228\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20228\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nantes\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-1-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nantes: harmony between tradition and modernity, with a bewitching reflection.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Situated in the west of France and crossed by the Loire, Nantes stands out from other cities for its modern artistic installations, notably with its \u201c<b>Voyage \u00e0 Nantes<\/b>\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>Machines de l&#8217;\u00cele<\/b> is quite something: these <b>giant mechanical animals<\/b> are the pride of the city.<\/p>\n<p>And the <b>Ch\u00e2teau des Ducs de Bretagne<\/b> (\u201cCastle of the Dukes of Brittany\u201d) looks like something out of a Disney film, with those <b>massive ramparts<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Then there&#8217;s the Bouffay district, where every <b>old house<\/b> tells a story, offering a setting straight out of a postcard.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20229\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20229\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20229\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-machines.jpg\" alt=\"Machine of Nantes\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-machines.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/nantes-machines-317x475.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20229\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nantes, extraordinary machines: mechanical art reveals its genius, dazzling the spectator.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>5) Annecy<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20230\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20230\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-canal.jpg\" alt=\"Annecy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-canal.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-canal-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20230\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Annecy, serenity along the water: picturesque canals, Alpine charm and enchanted tranquillity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Annecy is like a living postcard. <b>The lake, with its incredible blue color,\u00a0 <\/b>is surrounded by mountains, making for a crazy panorama.<\/p>\n<p>Then there&#8217;s the old town, with its <b>canals <\/b>and <b>colorful houses,<\/b> known as the &#8216;Venice of the Alps&#8217;, and frankly, it&#8217;s understandable. The <b>cobbled streets<\/b> and <b>little bridges<\/b> are just too charming.<\/p>\n<p>And the <b>castle <\/b>overlooking the town adds to the fairytale atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>Annecy is the perfect combination of nature and history, with beauty around every corner.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20231\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20231\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20231\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-lac.jpg\" alt=\"Annecy's lake\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-lac.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/annecy-lac-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20231\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lake Annecy: azure radiance, majestic mountains, a natural canvas of soothing beauty.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>4) Lyon<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20232\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20232\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-fontaine.jpg\" alt=\"Lyon's fountain\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-fontaine.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-fontaine-356x475.jpg 356w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Bartholdi Fountain in Lyon: a sculptural work of art, an emblem of grace in the heart of the city.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Old Lyon, with its <b>traboules <\/b>(small covered passageways typical of Lyon) and <b>Renaissance buildings<\/b>, has an incredible historic cachet.<\/p>\n<p>Then there&#8217;s the Fourvi\u00e8re hill with its <b>basilica <\/b>overlooking the city \u2013 the view from up there is superb!<\/p>\n<p>And the <b>quays of the Rh\u00f4ne<\/b>, in the evening with the lights, are superbly beautiful. And don&#8217;t forget the Presqu&#8217;\u00eele, between the Rh\u00f4ne and Sa\u00f4ne rivers, with its squares and <b>Haussmann-style buildings<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Lyon displays a perfect blend of history, modernity and neighborhood life, and that&#8217;s what makes it so special.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20233\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20233\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-grande-roue.jpg\" alt=\"Lyon at night\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-grande-roue.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lyon-grande-roue-317x475.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20233\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lyon&#8217;s Giant Ferris Wheel, dazzling by night: a magical tour of the city&#8217;s luminous heart.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>3) Toulouse<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20234\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20234\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20234\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-soir.jpg\" alt=\"Toulouse\" width=\"620\" height=\"930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-soir.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-soir-317x475.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20234\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The illuminated Pont Saint-Pierre in Toulouse: a magical night-time glow over the Garonne and under the stars.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Toulouse, \u201c<b>La Ville Rose<\/b>\u201d (the Pink City), is all about the <b>bricks <\/b>that give it its <b>distinctive color<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>The Place du Capitole is the beating heart of the city, <b>always bustling<\/b> with restaurants and caf\u00e9s. And the Capitole isn&#8217;t just a building. There are some incredible things inside, like the Th\u00e9\u00e2tre du Capitole (Capitole\u2019s theater) and the Salle des Illustres, where every corner <b>gleams with gold<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>And let&#8217;s not forget the UNESCO-listed Basilica of Saint-Sernin, which is a real gem with <b>its arches and unique bell tower<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Then there&#8217;s the <b>banks of the Garonne and the Canal du Midi<\/b>, the perfect spots for hanging around and chilling in the sun.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20235\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20235\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20235\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-capitole.jpg\" alt=\"Capitole\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-capitole.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toulouse-capitole-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20235\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Toulouse&#8217;s Capitole stands out as a magnificent architectural achievement in the heart of the Pink City.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>2) Bordeaux<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20236\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20236\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20236\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-miroir-eau.jpg\" alt=\"Bordeaux\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-miroir-eau.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-miroir-eau-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20236\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Bordeaux Water Mirror: magical reflections and an aquatic symphony in the heart of the city.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse makes for some incredible Instagram photos.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>medieval town center<\/b>, with its picturesque pedestrian streets and charming squares, is full of life. The <b>blonde stone buildings<\/b> add a touch of elegance to everything.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>docks of the Garonne<\/b> are an incredible sight at night, with the many illuminations lining the quayside.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20237\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20237\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-pont.jpg\" alt=\"Bridge of Bordeaux\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-pont.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bordeaux-pont-475x267.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20237\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux: an emblematic link, elegance over the Garonne, past and present combined.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>1) Paris<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20238\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20238\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-2.jpg\" alt=\"Paris\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-2-475x267.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20238\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Paris catches fire at sunset: a city eternally bewitching under the golden light.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Paris, the &#8220;City of Light&#8221;, had to be in first place! With the <b>Eiffel Tower<\/b> lighting up the sky, and providing an incredible, world famous view.<\/p>\n<p>And then there&#8217;s the <b>docks of the Seine<\/b> and its <b>historic bridges<\/b>, especially in the evening &#8211; it&#8217;s as romantic as it gets.<\/p>\n<p>Neighborhoods like Montmartre, with its <b>narrow streets<\/b> and <b>local artists<\/b>, showcase a real charm.\u00a0 The Marais, with its <b>little shops<\/b> and <b>alleyways<\/b>, has a super trendy feel.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention breathtaking monuments such as <b>Notre-Dame<\/b>, the <b>Louvre <\/b>and the <b>Arc de Triomphe<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Paris is a city with so many different styles, all of which blend together perfectly. That&#8217;s what makes it so unique and its beauty unrivaled.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20239\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20239\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-pont-alexandre-3.jpg\" alt=\"Paris's Pont Alexandre III\" width=\"640\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-pont-alexandre-3.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paris-pont-alexandre-3-475x336.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20239\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pont Alexandre III, Paris: A symbol of splendour, sculptural elegance over the enchanted Seine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s go together on a tour of France\u2019s most beautiful cities and its amazing jewels that are sure to give you the desire to travel. &#8230; <a title=\"13 Most Beautiful and Charming Cities in France\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/beautiful-cities-france\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about 13 Most Beautiful and Charming Cities in France\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":20236,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-20211","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-must-dos","infinite-scroll-item","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50","resize-featured-image"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>13 Most Beautiful and Charming Cities in France<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/beautiful-cities-france\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"13 Most Beautiful and Charming Cities in France\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Let\u2019s go together on a tour of France\u2019s most beautiful cities and its amazing jewels that are sure to give you the desire to travel. ... 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