France is a country with something for everyone, making it a brilliant family friendly location at any time of year. The French Alps are paradise for winter sports fans with breathtaking scenery, crystal clear alpine lakes and some of the best skiing in the world. In summer, the south of France is warm and sunny with long sunshine filled days perfect for outdoor activities or relaxation.
It’s tough to pick just 5 reasons to take a family trip to France, but here are some ideas to get you started.
Head to the French Riviera
The French Riviera or the Côte d’Azur is a stretch of Mediterranean coastline in southeastern France known for beautiful beaches, glamorous resorts and rich history. The Côte d’Azur is a great destination for a luxury family tour to France, with many options for accommodation and plenty of kid friendly beaches and activities.
The flight to Nice from the UK is just 2 hours, but you’ll fell like you’ve travelled much further. The iconic resorts of Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez have great shopping, beaches and nightlife while the lively town of Fréjus is fantastic for families.
Great cities and towns to visit on the French Riviera.
Nice
Nice is the largest city in the area with a vibrant mix of beaches, shopping, culture and nightlife. It’s a great place to start a holiday in the area, or if cities aren’t your thing, there are lots of smaller towns a short drive down the coast.
Monaco and Cannes
Monaco is a sovereign city famous for casinos, luxury hotels and Formula 1 Grand Prix. Cannes is famous for its film festival, luxury hotels and upscale shopping.
Antibes
Antibes is a beautiful town with a historic old town area and a lovely harbour.
Fréjus
Fréjus is a fantastic location for a family holiday with well preserved roman ruins, sandy beaches, water sports and breathtaking scenery. There’s a waterpark, shopping malls and several lakes suitable for swimming, boating and fishing.
When you’re ready to leave the beach, beautiful Provence is just a couple of hours drive inland, with sunflower fields, lavender and plenty of fun for the kids with rivers, watersports and traditional French villages to explore.
If you fancy travelling between locations without driving a barge cruise is a great option for exploring France.
Visit a theme park
Disneyland Paris might be the first theme park that springs to mind when you think of France, but there are a few other great options too.
Parc Astérix
Parc Astérix is based on the comic book series and offers exciting rides for kids of all ages, live shows and other attractions inspired by the adventures of Asterix and Obelix. Don’t miss Oziris, a thrilling inverted rollercoaster with loops and twists.
Puy du Fou
This unique historical theme park is location in the Loire Valley region of France, it’s known for its impressive, large scale shows and reenactments of historical events from Roman times to the French Revolution.
Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris is a popular destination for Disney fans all over the world. It’s located in Marne-la-Vallee, just outside Paris. There are two theme parks, Disneyland Park which features the classic Disney characters and rides and Walt Disney Studios Park which focusses on movies and filmmaking. Disney offers a truly magical experience for visitors of all ages.
Visitors can stay in one of several onsite resort hotels, or Villages Nature is a great option too.
Explore the Loire Valley
The Loire Valley is a beautiful part of central France with fairy tale castles and charming towns. Parents love the vineyards and wineries and kids will adore the huge selection of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking and kayaking.
Explore the Alps
The French Alps are an incredible location for outdoor sports lovers in winter or summer. The resorts offer slopes for all levels with luxury and budget accommodation options. In summer visitors can cycle, hike, raft and paraglide as the slopes transform into a summer paradise. Places to visit include Chamonix, a lively town at the foot of Mont Blanc and Annecy, a picturesque town famous for canals and colourful houses.
Whichever part of France you visit, you’re sure to find something to keep the whole family happy and entertained!
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