Is the South of France worth going to?

But with alluring beaches along the Côte d'Azur, magical lavender fields, and the vineyards of the Luberon, the South of France is a superb destination all on its own. I'm a professional travel writer who's been to 45 countries across six continents, and it's my absolute favorite place in the world to visit.



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The best time to book flights to France is typically in the off-season months of January, February, November, and December. Flight prices are typically cheaper during these months due to lower demand for travel.

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How much money will you need for your trip to France? You should plan to spend around €233 ($250) per day on your vacation in France, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €42 ($45) on meals for one day and €29 ($32) on local transportation.

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Public Transport – One of the world's fastest trains can be found in France and runs between all of the South of France's major cities. By bike – France is well known for its bike-friendly culture, and you'll find many good cycling routes here.

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If the French Riviera is better known for see-and-be-seen enclaves, the Italian Riviera stands out as a more active and outdoors-y vacation spot. Here, you'll want to tackle lush hiking trails, take ferry rides to remote islands, and snorkel (or scuba dive) along the Mediterranean coast.

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Best time to visit French Riviera The shoulder months of May, June and September are some of the best times to visit, especially if you want to go hiking or walking. July and August bring peak beach weather—keep in mind it may be more difficult to get space on the beach or book dinner reservations.

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