Title: Visit Île-de-France: 2026 Travel Guide for Île-de-France, France | Expedia.com [Île-de-France Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Ile-De-France.d6049813.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Île-de-France](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Ile-De-France.d6049813.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Île-de-France Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Ile-De-France.d6049813.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Île-de-France](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Ile-De-France.d6049813.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Île-de-France](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Ile-De-France.d6049813.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Île-de-France Vacations](https://expedia.com/Ile-De-France.d6049813.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Île-de-France ## France ![Pont Neuf featuring chateau or palace, heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200422/aed32353-39f2-4f8d-b5e9-65aec2d326bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eiffel Tower showing landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065235/10e6a2d8-fd55-4248-a0a6-3cb379739530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eiffel Tower showing modern architecture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502251/21890523-75b8-446a-9a6a-e1f4d605a7e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Versailles which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5570/666c1c6a-4846-4a1c-ad3b-c0a23356d2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pont Neuf featuring a sunset as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508586/796d3120-6436-4984-b5da-a0647c0fa205.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Pick out attractions across the arrondissements from the viewpoint of the Eiffel Tower and make outings to them on the ground. Île-de-France is the bustling region enclosing the capital city of [Paris](https://www.expedia.com/Paris.d179898.Destination-Travel-Guides). It comprises the historic suburbs of the famous metropolis and the parks, rivers and canals connecting smaller towns. Visit the capital city for a glimpse into Parisian life and culture. Wander through the [Tuileries Garden](https://www.expedia.com/Tuileries-Garden-Paris-City-Center.d507785.Vacation-Attraction), walk along the Seine River and see the *Mona Lisa* in [Le Louvre](https://www.expedia.com/Louvre-Museum-Paris-City-Center.d502223.Vacation-Attraction) in the [1st Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/1st-Arrondissement.d6187856.Destination-Travel-Guides). Peruse glass-roofed shopping passages in the [2nd Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/2nd-Arrondissement.d6187857.Destination-Travel-Guides) and learn about Jewish and Chinese cultures in the [3rd Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/3rd-Arrondissement.d6187858.Destination-Travel-Guides). The [4th Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/4th-Arrondissement.d6187864.Destination-Travel-Guides), with the iconic [Notre Dame de Paris](https://www.expedia.com/Notre-Dame-Paris-City-Center.d502243.Vacation-Attraction), also includes the gay quarter. Expand from the center to explore the Latin quarter, the bourgeois architecture of the [6th Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/6th-Arrondissement.d6187872.Destination-Travel-Guides) and the [Eiffel Tower](https://www.expedia.com/Eiffel-Tower-7th-Arrondissement.d502251.Vacation-Attraction) itself. The [18th Arrondissement](https://www.expedia.com/18th-Arrondissement.d6187905.Destination-Travel-Guides) features the [Moulin Rouge](https://www.expedia.com/La-Machine-Du-Moulin-Rouge-Paris-City-Center.d6063751.Vacation-Attraction) and the Sacre Coeur in [Montmartre](https://www.expedia.com/Montmartre.d178676.Destination-Travel-Guides). Relax in the vast Parc des Buttes-Chaumont and gaze up at the Temple de la Sybille overlooking the lake. Outside the city are other French highlights. Bring the kids to the thrilling rides and magical ambiance of Disneyland Paris in [Marne-la-Vallée](https://www.expedia.com/Marne-La-Vallee.d10253.Destination-Travel-Guides). Travel south to the charming town of Fontainebleau to see the majestic Château de Fontainebleau. [Versailles](https://www.expedia.com/Versailles.d5570.Destination-Travel-Guides), southwest of Paris, contains the royal palace and gardens of King Louis XIV. Stay in the countryside to encounter other castles, such as the Château de Dampierre, the Château de Rambouillet and the Château de Monte-Cristo, where writer Alexandre Dumas once lived. Fly to a Paris airport or travel by train from London or other European cities. Find the region in the central northern part of the country, surrounding Paris. It encompasses areas as far west as Mantes-la-Jolie and as far east as Provins. Visit the adjacent areas of Normandy and Grand Est. Summers here are hot and pleasant. Expect harsh winters with wind, rain and occasional snow flurries that complement the lights of the [Champs-Elysées](https://www.expedia.com/Champs-Elysees-Paris-City-Center.d6148556.Vacation-Attraction) in the lead-up to Christmas. Île-de-France contains the enchanting city of Paris and many castles that decorate its wealthy suburban towns. ### Popular cities in Île-de-France [Paris Known for Cafes, Museums and Art ](https://expedia.com/Paris.dx179898) From an afternoon picnic in the Luxembourg Gardens to a night at the opera, France’s romantic capital offers both simple pleasures and extravagant splurges. ## Reasons to visit - Disneyland® Paris - Eiffel Tower - Louvre Museum [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Paris.dx179898)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Paris-Hotels.d179898.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Versailles Known for Castle, Gardens and Historical ](https://expedia.com/Versailles.dx5570) Come to visit the magnificent palace and stay to explore the historic town, whose elegant museums and cultural hotspots are just as fascinating. ## Reasons to visit - Palace of Versailles - Château de Versailles Gardens & Park - Paris France Temple [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Versailles.dx5570)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Versailles-Hotels.d5570.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Fontainebleau Known for Castle, Historical and Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Fontainebleau.dx4801) Come to Fontainebleau and enjoy its forests, castle, and golf. ## Reasons to visit - Château de Fontainebleau [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Fontainebleau.dx4801)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Fontainebleau-Hotels.d4801.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ennery Known for Friendly people, Golf and Scenery ](https://expedia.com/Ennery.dx6141477) Explore Ennery: its golf and more! [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Ennery.dx6141477)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Ennery-Hotels.d6141477.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Le Mesnil-Amelot Known for Friendly people, Dining and Budget ](https://expedia.com/Le-Mesnil-Amelot.dx601899) Trip time! Discover the local cuisine and ecotourism in relaxing Le Mesnil-Amelot. [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Le-Mesnil-Amelot.dx601899)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Le-Mesnil-Amelot-Hotels.d601899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Cergy Known for Biking, Cheese and Trendy ](https://expedia.com/Cergy.dx5890) Upscale Cergy awaits: its university life, sightseeing, and more! [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Cergy.dx5890)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Cergy-Hotels.d5890.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Île-de-France ![Paris (and vicinity)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502251/d1e9da19-2b73-468d-9bb5-dd67b5d65342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paris (and vicinity) From an afternoon picnic in the Luxembourg Gardens to a night at the opera, France’s romantic capital offers both simple pleasures and extravagant splurges. ![Aerial view of the new town of Val d'Europe in Marne La Vallée, in the eastern suburbs of Paris, France - Modern residential appartment buildings and offices in development](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024784/48726f17-b595-464a-a393-376bac4b1587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Serris Explore the parks, shopping center and lake in the peaceful suburb of France’s capital city. The town is very near Disneyland Paris. ![Roissy-en-France](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10346/6ce5a134-c4ec-4f4f-9210-0715c344de82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Roissy-en-France Roissy-en-France, the Gateway to France, is a quiet, rustic Gallic-Roman village in the green valleys of Val-d'Oise. ![Versailles](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5570/90652784-ab01-4c80-8c2c-09d37ae550a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Versailles Come to visit the magnificent palace and stay to explore the historic town, whose elegant museums and cultural hotspots are just as fascinating. ![Magny-le-Hongre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034483/cf54e54d-7b39-449e-a040-3cabcaf59f7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Magny-le-Hongre Enjoy a magical family visit to one of the Disneyland resorts and experience some of the thrilling rides.