Best things to do in South France

Museums in Languedoc: Musee Etang de Thau

Within the charming framework of the village of Bouzigues (see Bouzigues), the Musee de L'Etang de Thau provides an interesting exposition of the ancient skill of shell-fish raising as well as traditional fishing techniques. Within the...

Things to do in Montpellier France: Musee Fabre

Montpellier's famed Modern Art Museum, Musee Fabre, has just completed a Euros 62m facelift. The museum has added a new wing and constructed a new walkway up to Musee Fabre. If you are looking for things to do in Montpellier, France, then...

Best Languedoc Museums

If you are a lover of history then you are in luck in the South of France. There are some excellent Languedoc museums covering a range of historical periods from the Dinosaurs through to the local resistance movement of the Second World...

Best South France Museums

If you are a lover of history then you are in luck in the South of France. There are some excellent South France museums covering a range of historical periods from the Dinosaurs through to the local resistance movement of the Second...

Best South France art galleries

The South of France has been home to a wide range of famous artists throughout history. Towns such as Arles, Montpellier, Toulouse, Collioure and Ceret all boastan impressive art heritage. Van Gogh, Gaughin, Picasso, Lautrec, Chagall,...

Things to do with kids in South France: Le Petit Paradis

Le Petit Paradis is a real gem of an animal park/farm in South France, situated between Montpellier and Nimes, Le Petit Paradis park is set amongst the beautiful landscaped gardens and you can discover a real oasis here. If you...

South of France with kids: Sigean African Safari park

The Sigean African Safari park, South of France, is very well laid out and has all the animals you can think of: Lions, Giraffes, Rhinos, Gorillas, Elephants (my son Archie's favourite), Emus with attitude and lots and lots of ...

Kids activities in France: Meze Dinosaur Museum

The Meze Dinosaur Museum is the largest museum in the South of France devoted entirely to dinosaurs. The park is well laid-out and there is lots of information. It is a great way to spend a full day with the kids on those hot South of...

Fun places for kids in France: Accrobranche tree-climbing

If you're looking for fun places for your kids in France during summer 2026 and you want an activity with a bit of a difference, then Accrobranche could be for you. Set in dense forest close to Montagnac, South France, Accrobranche...

Places for kids in South France: Aqualand water park Cap dAgde

The Aqualand water park in the beach resort of Cap d'Agde in Southern France, was the first water park built in France. Aqualand is a good day out for all the kids in France. It is not cheap, but the rides are good and you can easily...

Holidays in France with kids: Train Juane

Train Juane is a yellow train that snakes its way up the Pyrenees from Villefranche-de-Conflet and climbs up to the highest train station in France at Bolquere. If you are planning your summer holidays in France with the kids, then...

French family holidays: Planetarium Montpellier

If you are planning your French family holidays this summer and you are looking for places to go with the kids, then Planetarium Galilee - Montpellier's own superb planetarium is an excellent choice. It provides a welcome distraction to...

Places for kids in France: Montpellier zoo

If you are looking for a cheap day out with the kids or grandchildren in France, then Montpellier zoo is sure to fit the bill. Montpellier zoo is set in a shaded park on the northern edge of the city. The zoo offers a surprisingly wide...

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10 things to do in South of France with kids

Here is our guide to the 10 best things to do in Languedoc and the South of France, with kids. If you are in Languedoc with your children or grandchildren and you're looking for things to keep them occupied, then follow our list of kids...

2026 Holiday playlist - 30 top modern French songs

This playlist of the top 30 French songs is a great way to kick off your holiday in France in summer 2026. The playlist covers the last 25 years of French rock music. Hopefully you will have come across some of the songs, but maybe some...

Beziers' Feria: Best festivals in Languedoc, France

Without doubt Beziers' Feria, is the greatest festival in the Languedoc in Southern France. During 5 days in mid-August, Beziers comes alive in spectacular fashion with fireworks, street entertainment and a daily Spanish corrida. There is...