CityParis City Break
- 5★ hotel in central Paris
- Flights from London, or Eurostar on request
- Return airport transfers
From£339per person · 2 sharing
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France & Monaco · Holidays from the UK
France & Monaco holidays from the UK
Paris by Eurostar or a short flight, family breaks near Disneyland Paris, and the sea, old towns and hill villages of the French Riviera, Monaco and Provence. A UK consultant arranges your flights, hotel and transfers as one ATOL protected holiday.
Packages from £339 per person, with return flights, hotel and transfers
Short flights
Approx. 1 hr 15 mins from London to Paris and approx. 2 hrs to Nice, from several UK airports.
City, coast and country
Paris, the Riviera, Monaco and Provence, on their own or as a twin-centre trip.
Halal food in Paris
Halal restaurants and butchers in several districts of Paris, and in Marseille.
ATOL protected
Holidays that include a flight are protected under ATOL 10416.
France & Monaco holiday packages
France & Monaco holiday packages
Flights, hotel and transfers in one price. Every package can be changed: more nights, a different hotel or another UK airport.
6 packages · guide prices per person
City
FamilyDisneyland Paris Family Break
- 5★ family hotel near the parks
- Flights from London or Manchester
- Return airport transfers
From£369per person · 2 sharing
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BeachNice & the French Riviera
- 5★ hotel in Nice
- Flights from London, Manchester or Luton
- Return airport transfers
From£479per person · 2 sharing
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CityMonaco & the Riviera
- 5★ hotel next to Monaco
- Flights from London or Manchester
- Transfers from Nice Airport
From£589per person · 2 sharing
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Twin centreParis & Nice by TGV
- 5★ hotels in both cities
- UK flights plus the TGV
- Transfers in both places
From£849per person · 2 sharing
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Twin centreProvence: Avignon & Aix in Summer
- 5★ hotels in both towns
- Flights from London to Marseille
- Transfers in both places
From£649per person · 2 sharing
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Overview
France & Monaco holiday guide for UK travellers
France holidays from the UK are short: Paris is approx. 1 hour 15 minutes by air or approx. 2 hours 20 minutes by Eurostar, and Nice is approx. 2 hours. Most travellers choose a Paris city break, a family stay near Disneyland Paris, or a few days on the French Riviera. Monaco, the second-smallest country in the world, sits on the coast between Nice and the Italian border.
Paris suits a long weekend or a week. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Seine and the hill of Montmartre are all within a short Metro ride of each other, and there are halal restaurants and butchers in several districts. The Grande Mosquée de Paris, near the Jardin des Plantes, is open to visitors for its tearoom and gardens. Hotels in Paris charge a city tourist tax per person per night, which is usually paid at the hotel.
The Riviera is warmest from May to September, with Nice averaging 26°C in July and August. Nice has a long seafront promenade and an old town, and trains along the coast reach Monaco in approx. 25 minutes. Further west, Provence has lavender fields, hill villages and the old cities of Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, which suit May to September.
Where to stay
Where to stay in France and Monaco
Six areas to choose from, from Paris to the Riviera and Provence. Transfer times are approximate and depend on your hotel.
Paris
City breaks · Museums · Eurostar
Most of the sights are on or near the Seine, and the Metro links them. Staying in the centre keeps your evenings free for a walk to the river or the Eiffel Tower.
Nearest airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle, approx. 45 mins to 1 hr
Packages from £339 pp
Disneyland Paris
Families · Theme parks · RER to Paris
Marne-la-Vallée, east of Paris, is home to two theme parks. Hotels here are close to the parks, and the RER A reaches central Paris in approx. 40 minutes.
Nearest airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle, approx. 45 mins
Packages from £369 pp
Nice
Seafront · Old town · Day trips
The main city of the French Riviera, with a pebble beach, the Promenade des Anglais and a colourful old town. Trains run along the coast to Monaco and Menton.
Nearest airport: Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, approx. 20–30 mins
Packages from £479 pp
Monaco & Beausoleil
Harbour · Palace · Short hops
The principality of Monaco is a few streets wide. Many hotels on the French side, in Beausoleil and Cap d’Ail, are a short walk or bus ride from the harbour and often cost less.
Nearest airport: Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, approx. 30–40 mins
Packages from £589 pp
Avignon
Old walls · Palais des Papes · Rhône
A walled city on the Rhône with the Palais des Papes and the ruined bridge of Pont Saint-Bénézet. A good base for hill villages such as Gordes and for the lavender fields.
Nearest airport: Marseille Provence Airport, approx. 1 hr 10 mins
Packages from £649 pp
Aix-en-Provence
Fountains · Markets · Old town
A university town of fountains, shaded squares and market days, close to the airport at Marseille. Cours Mirabeau is the main avenue through the old town.
Nearest airport: Marseille Provence Airport, approx. 25 mins
Packages from £649 pp
Things to see
Places to see in France and Monaco
A few of the sights to plan your trip around. We can suggest hotels close to the ones you most want to see.
Weather
France & Monaco weather by month
Average daytime highs in Nice and Paris, with the sea temperature at Nice. Hover over or tap a month for the figures.
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| Month | Nice | Sea at Nice | Paris |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 14°C | 6°C |
| Feb | 11°C | 13°C | 7°C |
| Mar | 13°C | 13°C | 11°C |
| Apr | 15°C | 14°C | 14°C |
| May | 19°C | 17°C | 18°C |
| Jun | 22°C | 20°C | 21°C |
| Jul | 26°C | 23°C | 24°C |
| Aug | 26°C | 24°C | 23°C |
| Sep | 23°C | 22°C | 20°C |
| Oct | 19°C | 20°C | 16°C |
| Nov | 14°C | 17°C | 10°C |
| Dec | 12°C | 15°C | 7°C |
Long-term averages from weather2travel.com. Actual weather varies year to year.
May to September
The warmest months. Nice averages 19–26°C and Paris 18–24°C, and the sea at Nice reaches 20–24°C from June to August. Provence is hot and dry in summer.
April and October
Mild and good for sightseeing. Paris averages 14°C in April and 16°C in October, and Nice 15°C and 19°C. Showers are possible, so pack a light waterproof.
November to March
Cool in Paris, at 6–11°C, and milder on the Riviera, at 11–14°C. A good time for museums and short city breaks, with shorter days.
A café alley in Paris
Muslim-friendly travel
Muslim-friendly travel in France and Monaco
France is not a Muslim-majority country, so what you find depends on where you stay. Paris and Marseille have halal restaurants and butchers in several districts, and the Grande Mosquée de Paris is a known landmark. On the Riviera, and in Monaco in particular, there are fewer options, so we plan around what is nearby and confirm the details with the hotel before you book.
- Halal food in ParisHalal restaurants and butchers in several districts of the city
- Grande Mosquée de ParisA known landmark near the Jardin des Plantes, with a tearoom and gardens
- Halal meals on flightsRequest a halal meal when you book; availability depends on the airline
- Seafood and vegetarian dishesWidely available on the Riviera and in Provence, where halal options are fewer
- Hotels and roomsHotels without a bar, and apartments with a kitchen, on request; we confirm before booking
- Fewer options in MonacoFew halal restaurants in Monaco itself; we suggest where to eat nearby
France & Monaco holiday FAQs
Questions about France & Monaco holidays
Quick answers for UK travellers. For anything else, our UK team is happy to help.
020 7871 4545How long is the flight to France from the UK?
Flights from London take approx. 1 hour 15 minutes to Paris and approx. 2 hours to Nice or Marseille. Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord takes approx. 2 hours 20 minutes. France is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
When is the best time to visit France?
For the Riviera and Provence, May to September is the warmest time, with Nice averaging 19–26°C. Paris is at its mildest from April to October, at 14–24°C, and is quieter and cooler from November to March.
Is Monaco a separate country, and do I need a different hotel?
Monaco is a small independent country, but there are no border checks on the road from France and the euro is used. Many travellers stay in Beausoleil or Cap d’Ail on the French side, which are a short walk or bus ride away and often cost less.
Can I combine Paris with the Riviera?
Yes. The TGV from Paris to Nice takes approx. 6 hours, or you can fly in approx. 1 hour 30 minutes. Our Paris and Nice package includes flights from the UK, the TGV and your hotels in both places.
Is France good for Muslim travellers?
Paris and Marseille have halal restaurants and butchers in several districts, and the Grande Mosquée de Paris is a known landmark. Halal food is harder to find on the Riviera and in Monaco, where seafood and vegetarian dishes are easier. We check what is near your hotel before you book.
Are France holiday packages ATOL protected?
Yes. Holidays that include a flight are protected under ATOL 10416, and you’ll receive an ATOL Certificate when you pay. Entry rules can change, so check entry requirements before you travel.
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