France Hotels' Top Cities in France:

France is the top tourist country in the world with 75 to 80 million annual visitors. The gap to the second place country (USA) is 20 million. Spain and China are also very close to the 2nd place spot, but France every year is the undisputed champ and with good reasons.

Here are France's Top Destinations (no particular order):

Paris - Paris needs no introduction so we will discuss it first. It is the top tourist spot in the world. The fashion and shopping capital and the city has more amazing and historic monuments and attractions than most entire countries. Paris has some of the finest hotels in France, moreover the world.

Nice - France's second most popular tourist spot with over 4 million visitors barely needs to be talked about either. Nice boasts world class weather in the south of France along the mediterranean coast,

Bourdeaux - Located along the southwestern part of France, Bourdeaux is one of the world's wine centers. Bourdeaux wine has been produced since the 8th century and is noted for having an outstanding architectural and urban ensemble.

Lyon - This is France's second most populace conurbation so it's a given that it has the ammenities and attractions to accommodate every taste. From the cities thriving nightlife and gourmet dining to its gorgeous old town area which was culturally significant enough to be designated as a UNESCO heritage site, this city is a must stop.

Avignon - If you want to see Provence, you have just a single choice and that's Avignon. This city has unbelievable architecure starting with the moment you arrive passing over the fantastically preserved ramparts that form a circle around the whole city until you see the world reknowned bridge, the Pond d'Avignon, The Palais de Papes (the papal palace) and the medieval fortress.

Strasbourg - Both beautiful and cosmopolitan, this city is a cultural heaven. It borders Germany and is a must see if you are going through the Alsace. Strasbourg houses the European parliament so reserve VERY early for your France hotels on this stop if the Parliament is in session or you may be out of luck.

Marseille - The oldest and second most popular city in France, Marseille can be found in the south(east) of France and is known for its stunning Mediterranean coastline and major harbor. Along with its sun drenched beaches, Marseille is rich with coastal attractions.