Wander the lavender fields of Provence, climb the steps of the Eiffel Tower, and bite into a perfect croissant: France is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves France you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to FranceRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favouritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles to neighbourhood cafés and delicate macaronsHow to connect with local culture: Stroll through open-air markets in Paris, bike through rustic villages, and taste wines in Burgundy and BordeauxBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rougeSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighbourhoods and incredible museumsVital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to placeDetailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, French phrase book, historical overview, and recommended readingOver 1, 000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downCoverage of Paris, Chartres, Normandy, Mont St-Michel, Brittany, The Loire, Dordogne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence, The French Riviera, Nice, Monaco, The French Alps, Burgundy, Lyon, Alsace, Reims, Verdun, and much moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves France.Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of France.