Around Paris -
Daytrips from the French capital
Around Paris is for those seeking scenic touring sites outside Paris. There are some great destinations that can be included as a day trip during your stay in Paris...
Château de Versailles For an easily accessible daytrip destination, there is the Château de Versailles, a mere 30mins train ride away from the centre of Paris. This one's great for lovers of history with examples of French garden design and symmetry on a grand scale, see just why the people of Paris stormed the Palace.
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Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny For a medium length day trip that can be taken by car or combination train/bus, consider the beautiful gardens or Giverny… a must do destination for appreciators of Impressionist art and also garden lovers.
Touring Monet's Giverny
Vernon The pretty town of Vernon can be included as part of your Giverny visit if you have time, although there is plenty to see and do just in Vernon.
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Rouen For those with a little more time on their hands and a car at their disposal, Rouen, just over an hours drive from Paris along the A14 autoroute is a great destination with a historic old village and famous cathedral.
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Le Mont Saint Michel Le Mont Saint Michel further afield is achievable in a day with good planning. Tours operate from Paris, but if you have a rental car it is an easy and pleasant 4 hours drive (along the autoroute and then through country towns) to get there. You'll never forget your first glimpse of this site.
Mont Saint Michel touring tips & how to get there ...
French Châteaux of the Loire Heading south from Paris and within 2-3 hours drive are some of the most breathtaking palaces of France. If you head out early enough you can easily visit 2 châteaux in one day. Whether you are interested in architecture, tapestries, period furniture or gardens, there is a château to satisfy your requirements.
French Château touring...
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