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Book Synopsis: Whether you want to climb the Eiffel Tower in Paris, sip wine in Burgundy, or indulge in French cuisine in Lyon, the local Fodor's travel experts in France are here to help! Fodor's Essential France guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's “Essential” guides have been named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020!
Fodor's Essential France travel guide includes:
- AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
- MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
- MORE THAN 70 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently
- COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
- HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more
- PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “France's Best Museums”, “France's Best Small Towns”, and “France's Best Churches and Cathedrals”
- TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
- HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography and more
- SPECIAL FEATURES on The Louvre, Versailles, Burgundy Wine, and more
- LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
- FRENCH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases
- UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Paris, Versailles, Normandy, Burgundy, Lyon, the French Alps, Provence, the French Riviera, Nice, Marseilles, Monaco, Corsica, Bordeaux, and more. Planning on spending more time in France? Check out Fodor's Paris and Fodor's Provence and the French Riviera.
- *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.
ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
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Looking to explore the captivating wonders of France? Look no further than Fodor's Essential France (Full-color Travel Guide). With our easy-to-read layout, comprehensive maps, and carefully curated recommendations, we have everything you need to plan your dream trip. Whether you're yearning to climb the Eiffel Tower in Paris, indulge in French cuisine in Lyon, or sip wine in Burgundy, our local travel experts in France are here to make your journey unforgettable.
What sets Fodor's Essential France apart? Our book has been named the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020 by Booklist, and it's easy to see why. You'll find an illustrated ultimate experiences guide, multiple itineraries to help you make the most of your time, and over 70 detailed maps, along with a free pull-out map to ensure you navigate confidently. Our color photos throughout the guide will ignite your wanderlust and provide inspiration for your adventures.
Get the inside scoop with honest recommendations from locals on the best sights, restaurants, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more. Additionally, our photo-filled "Best of" features on France's Best Museums, Best Small Towns, and Best Churches and Cathedrals will guide you to the most remarkable destinations in the country.
We understand that planning a trip can be overwhelming, which is why our guidebook includes trip-planning tools and practical tips. You'll find information on when to go, how to navigate the cities, and valuable advice on beating the crowds and saving both time and money. Dive deeper into the history and culture of France with our insightful sections, providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, and geography.
Ready to uncover hidden gems? Our local writers have uncovered the best under-the-radar attractions for you to explore. Worried about the language barrier? We've got you covered with a French language primer, equipping you with useful words and essential phrases to enhance your travel experience.
With up-to-date coverage on Paris, Versailles, Normandy, Burgundy, Lyon, the French Alps, Provence, the French Riviera, and more, you'll have all the information you need to plan your adventure. And if you're planning to spend more time in France, be sure to check out our Fodor's Paris and Fodor's Provence and the French Riviera guides.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore France like a true local. Get your copy of Fodor's Essential France (Full-color Travel Guide) today and embark on an unforgettable journey. For more travel inspiration and to connect with our vibrant community of travel experts, sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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