Best Places to Visit in Southern France

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For many, Paris usually comes to mind when thinking of visiting France. And while Paris is undoubtedly a bucket list destination, southern France is a region unlike any other.

No matter your style, these are some of the best destinations in the south of France, offering visitors incredibly diverse experiences.

The Walled Medieval City of Carcassonne

The double-walled impenetrable fortress with 52 watchtowers and massive ramparts lends a Disney fairytale quality to the impressive city.

Ariege Midi Pyrenees

The magnificent Pyrenees mountains make the region a perfect destination for hiking, skiing, and climbing.

Nice

While the stunning stretches of white beaches are one of the biggest attractions of the French riviera’s most famous city, Nice has more to offer than just a glitzy beach getaway.

Eze

The seaside commune of Eze in the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in Southeastern France is a beautiful medieval hilltop village overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Menton

Considered by many as one of the most beautiful places on the French Riviera, Menton dazzles visitors with clusters of villas in pastel shades of pink, cream, yellow, orange, and red.

Grasse

The lovely village is in the foothills of the Maritime Alps, surrounded by beautiful and aromatic fields of Provincial flowers.

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