Travel news: Five cities, beyond Paris, worth visiting in France - Lyon, Nice and more
Paris is undeniably France's most popular travel destination. It is known the world over for its romance, cultural significance and breathtaking monuments.
From la Tour Eiffel to the Arc de Triomphe, it’s not hard to see why Greater Paris attracted more than 37 million tourists in 2025.
But beyond the famed French capital, the country has many wonderful cities that should be on every keen traveller’s list.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Renée Cottle highlights five of France’s travel-worthy cities.
Paris travel guide: The tourist trap you should avoid
Travel News Blitz writer Jesse-Ann Baron breaks down why Paris’ most Instagrammable neighbourhood just landed on 2026’s list of places you should think twice before visiting.
Montmartre is a neighbourhood perched up on a hill in the north of France.
It’s made of steep cobbled roads, a white-domed Basilica, and a fascinating history.
Cycling travel news: Seven of the best things to see during a visit to Toulouse ahead of Tour de France Stage 11
Stage 11 of the 2025 Tour de France loops through Toulouse on July 16 as the peloton returns to the “Pink City” for a 157 km flat stage under southern France’s summer sun.
For fans of the tour, it's the perfect opportunity to explore the city's Romanesque streets and array of attractions.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Sam Condy highlights seven standout stops to enjoy during Tour week.
European travel news: Seven of the best things to see during a visit to Roland-Garros
The French Open at Roland-Garros is one of the most iconic tournaments in tennis.
Held every year in the leafy western suburbs of Paris, the Grand Slam is steeped in history and overflowing with Parisian charm.
However, between the tense five-setters and star-studded showdowns, there's plenty to experience outside of the tennis; the Roland-Garros experience extends well beyond the baseline.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Sam Condy picks out seven things to see and do while visiting Roland-Garros.
French travel news: Seven of the best things to see during a visit to Marseille
France’s oldest city, Marseille, sits proudly on the Mediterranean coast, offering a mix of seaside charm, enthusiastic energy, and southern French flair.
With a rich port history, diverse culture, and dramatic coastal views, it’s a city that blends sun, seafood, and street art into a perfect balance.
Whether you’re stopping by on a football trip to the Stade Vélodrome or exploring the Provençal coastline, Marseille has plenty to offer.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Sam Condy picks out seven of the best things to see during a visit to Marseille.