Travel Tips for France

Traveling around France is easy when you know how the country works—everything from transportation and cultural etiquette to regional differences and planning basics. Whether you’re navigating Paris public transit, taking the TGV to cities like Strasbourg, Nice, Bordeaux, or Marseille, or exploring smaller towns in regions like Alsace, Normandy, and the Loire Valley, the right tips can make your trip smoother and more enjoyable.

This page brings together my best travel advice for France, including money tips, safety basics, train travel, cultural norms, language essentials, and region-by-region guidance to help you travel confidently across the country.