France travel guide: top sights from the Eiffel Tower to the Riviera, plus French Schengen visa requirements from Jordan.
France is renowned for its rich history, culture, art and beautiful landscapes. From the romantic streets of Paris to the vineyards of Bordeaux, it offers something for every traveller, whether you're exploring museums, relaxing on the Riviera or hiking in the Alps.
Top tourist attractions
- Eiffel Tower (Paris): one of the world's most iconic landmarks, with spectacular views from the top.
- Louvre Museum (Paris): one of the largest museums in the world, home to the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
- Palace of Versailles: a UNESCO site with stunning gardens and the famous Hall of Mirrors.
- Mont Saint-Michel (Normandy): a medieval abbey on a rocky island, surrounded by water at high tide.
- French Riviera (Côte d'Azur): glamorous beaches and lively cities such as Nice and Cannes.
Visa requirements
- Copy of a valid passport and any previous visas.
- Two personal photos with a white background, 3.5 × 4.5 cm.
- Family booklet.
- For children under 18: a copy of the birth certificate.
- Proof of employment.
- Commercial registration and licence / proof of retirement / proof of student status.
- Title deeds, if applicable.
- Flight reservation.
- Hotel reservation.
- Health insurance covering the whole trip.
- Bank statement for the last 6 months, stamped and signed by the bank, in English.
- If there is a sponsor: a signed and certified sponsorship letter from the bank, plus proof of kinship.
- Proof of the sponsor's employment or other source of income.
- If the visit requires an invitation: details of the inviting company or person.
Good to know
- Currency: the euro (EUR).
- Weather: varied, from Mediterranean warmth on the Riviera to cooler, temperate weather in Paris.
