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The Telegraph: Just out of Lorgues, Chez Bruno (0033494 85 93 93; restaurantbruno.com) is France’s finest truffle restaurant. It’s a treat, with a terrace, Michelin star – and menus from £53.40.
Place du Palais, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Palace · 76 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: In Avignon, the Palais des Popes is one of Europe's largest gothic buildings. The palace is huge and features high vaulted ceilings and beautiful artwork throughout.
34 Place des Martyrs de la Résistance, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Church · Cardeurs · 9 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: This charming 13th century church in Aix-en-Provence features beautiful architecture and stained glass windows. Take one of the guided tours to experience the aura of this church in person.
Calanque de Sugiton (Route des Calanques), Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Bay · 11 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: After a half an hour hike, enjoy the landscape, the isolation and the natural reliefs of Sugiton. The biggest rock in its cove is called the Torpilleur (Torpedo Boat) because of its war-boat shape!
Parc Naturel Régional du Verdon, Aiguines, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
National Park · 18 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: The Verdon Canyon, around the Verdon river, is a must-see! Take a hike and enjoy beautiful mountain landscapes combined to delightful swim in the turquoise water in natural bathtubs and impoudments!
Historic and Protected Site · Arènes · 57 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: Built by the Romans centuries ago, the amphitheater is now home to bull fights and performances! Our advice: enjoy its great acoustic in July for the Festival de Nimes with its prestigious artists!
Promenade des Anglais, Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Waterfront · Medecin · 116 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: The long pedestrian street that hugs the sea front in Nice, Promenade des Anglais is full of life, whether you want to take a stroll, hang out on the beach, or do some shopping and eating.
New York Habitat: This beautiful promenade in Cannes is a great spot for locals and visitors alike. Take a walk around and look at the hand prints of all the celebrities who have visited in the past.
New York Habitat: Put on your walking shoes and march down one of the most famous avenues in the world. This tree lined avenue makes for a beautiful site, come at night when everything is lit up for a romantic walk.
New York Habitat: Beautiful architecture and paintings make this a great visit for photographers. Take a guided tour to the top for a great panoramic view!
82 boulevard de Clichy (Rue Blanche), Paris, Île-de-France
Theater · Grandes-Carrières · 404 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: The birthplace of the can-can dance can be quite expensive. So if you really only want to see the famous red windmill don’t buy tickets for a show: you can see it just as well from the street.
New York Habitat: One of the best ways to explore the Seine River is by taking a boat tour. You will see many famous landmarks from a completely different viewpoint!
New York Habitat: Words are lacking to describe this majestic palace, which is definitely a must-see when visiting Paris! We recommend you to go out of the main path and loose yourself in the huge Gardens :)
Port de la Bourdonnais (Quai Branly), Paris, Île-de-France
Boat or Ferry · Gros-Caillou · 113 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: Have a romantic dinner on a river cruise (such as Bateaux-Mouches) and watch as Paris is lit up as the boat makes its way down the Seine River!
New York Habitat: On hot summer nights, this riverbank turns into an open-air dance spot as people of all ages gather to tango! Dance the night away next to the Seine River…